April 2011
After SWMBO managed at least one ticket (and potentially more depending on post in the next 3-4 days) while trekking up the M11/A14/A1 last week it's time for her to be 'controlled' - current steed is an '04 Honda Stream 2.0 Sport Auto
My W203 Merc has the speed limiter which is dead easy and helps no end in SPECS/roadworks situations or in those places where the speed might creep up. Seem to remember my old Saab 9-3 had an audible warning but this didn't actually limit the speed.... Read more
I have just recently bought the above vehicle and would be most grateful if anyone can tell me if there are particular faults with this van, and if so, the ways to rectify them.
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Too many faults to list with one of these ! Partly why LDV went bust! You will need to find someone with Diag gear dedicated too LDV, not very common I'm afraid and although its a ford engine their diagnostics are in the hands of TRW I'd ! Wait till it goes wrong hopefully you may be lucky.
Weaknesses are gearboxes! Props diffs, steering ! Imobilizers nign barrels, seats, door locks window winders. Switch gear, starters and alternators, egr valves! Etc etc
I had a new clutch installed into my 55 reg zafira. A few days and miles later the bolt securing the front offside wheel has disappeared and the wheel parted company. Fortunately I was going very slowly at the time. I am not very technical and before Ispeak to the garage I need to know whether they would have accessed this during the clutch installation, - any ideas? Read more
Changing the clutch on a zafira requires the removal of the front subframe, so yes they would have removed the front wheels and probably a fair chunk of the suspension in order to pull the driveshafts too.
They were certainly the last ones to do the wheel bolts up, so it's their fault and the fact that this problem occurred within days of their work is the "smoking gun" here.
My dash light just went on. It's shaped like a circle with the top and bottom missing.Its located on the right hand side of the panel.
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Sounds like a brake warning light.
Check if brake pads are simply worn down or has the "low pad" wiring been disturbed?
Hi,
I recently been told that my gear selector cables are broken and have been quoted 215 for repair. Does this sound about right? How can I check the mechanic is telling the truth?
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Might be a bit excessive, I'd get another quote.
To check, find where the cables attach to the top of the gearbox. Get someone to change through the gears. You should see both cables moving the levers on top of the box.
My dealer recommends an oil change after the first thousand miles. I think I recollect reading here that such an early oil change is not a good idea but I cannot remember why. Sorry if this is covering old ground. Read more
My 2006 2.5 petrol Outback (lifted Legacy) had a free 1,000 mile service and then annually or 12,000 miles whichever came first.
I certainly subscribe to the theory of letting the factory fill do it's job until the first scheduled service - if Subaru don't currently REQUIRE an oil change at 1,000 miles you're best to leave it until the 12 months or 12,000 miles comes around.
On my 1995 petrol passat (in an attempt to fit a starter button) I mistakenly linked the ignition live with the outer (earth?) of the immobiliser cable which leads down from the ignition switch. the car will fire up but then stops immediately. What bit am I likely to have damaged? As any expert can tell I should never have started but all help will be much appreciated. the idea of the starter button (now not connected) was because the final turn in the key to operate the starter appeared to be getting touch and go. It still works the starter. thanks in advance. Read more
My similar vintage passat needed a new ignition switch. Never thought to install a starter button, though i should have! I got a new switch from GSF for a fiver or so.
I would think that shorting a live to earth would blow a fuse before actually damaging any wiring. ...
This could be fun. Has anyone here sold a car on and come across it again? Or seen it on Auto trader or something?
I did see my old Mk1 Mondeo 1.6 Saloon in an Asda car park about 18 months ago, it had 165k on it when i got rid of it over three years ago and its still in four shades of blue but seems to be doing well for whoever has it. It never went wrong, i'll give it that. Read more
I have yet to see my old Ford Focus as I part-exed it a few towns away. I have seen my mum's old Daewoo Matiz (hateful little Lego car!). A horrible green X reg. It was rattling up the M6 at top whack! It would only ever go 75mph at best. What an awful vehicle.
hi guys. i recently had to have a new battery fitted and now the radio/cd is asking for a code. i've had the car several years and have no idea where the code is. anyone give me an idea where i can get the code from. i have the serial number off the radio if that helps. m619916.
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Try 3039.
This brake problem is on a 2007 Landcruiser, 3.0l diesel automatic.
The brake pedal nearly goes to the floor, although it does continue to stop the vehicle.... Read more
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Buy a Grande Espace and get to know your Renault agents inside out it will spend more time there than it will with you.But still you can look at through the window as the mechanics scratch their heads yet again.