July 2011
I have a chrysler grand voyager 2001 last 8 of the vin number is 2u507979.
I have a clutch problem - where as it bites at the very bottom but can often release right at the very top. It sounds like a pressure / air problem.... Read more
Hi Everyone. I wonder if anyone can suggest what's going on in my Focus
It's a 2005 Focus 1.6 Zetec and I've had it for three years with not a problem.
Tonight though I was stopped at the traffic lights and suddenly the interior light came on by itself. I managed to switch it to the fully off position. Then I noticed that the indicators had stopped working. Also noticed that the Brake Warning Light was on.
Finally when I'd got home I tried to open the boot to let the dog out and that was also not working. Fortunately he could get out by folding the rear seat down!
It seems odd that all these seemingly unrelated problems have just suddenly occurred.
I'd be very grateful if someone can advise or make suggestions.
Thanks in advance
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Can you tell me which connector it is I may have the same problem
Took my car into VAG main dealer for replacement of injectors under warranty. They called to say they have done them but the car is running rough. They say they will have a look etc.
Next day they ring to say car running rough still - they don't know what's up with it ( if they don't then who would ? ) and the mechaninc made a note to say it was running rough before he started work on it ( very convenient ).... Read more
I think the dealer has 'shot himself in the foot' with the mechanics remarks. If it was 'running rough' when you took it in you would surely have mentioned it to them at the time. If you took the car in ONLY because of the recall, then insist on it being returned to you in the same running condition that you delivered it to them. They are 'fishing' for a reaction from you along the lines of 'well, do the necessary work to fix the problem' on the assumption that you will pay them for the work. Don't fall for that. Insist on the car being returned exactly as you left it, plus of course new injectors. Also I would ask for a loan car until the work is completed to your satisfaction, that should make them think and spur them on a bit. They are only trying it on. Good luck. Concrete
Hi My Honda Accord 2.2 i-ctdi was starting to to splutter and hold back as if it had a fuel block it has now gone into limp mode, Changed the mass air flow meter , and fuel filter but it still wont drive , only travelling around 10-20 miles an hour. No warning light on the dash !. Has any one experenced the same problem or can be of any help,
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Hi,
I've been searching for a suitable car for the other half and am stuggling a bit so thought I would ask if anyone has any suggestions please? The criteria is:... Read more
I'd suggest you avoid French and Italian cars. These cars tend to be less reliable than cars from other countries. The Japanese have a reputation for making reliable automatic cars.
Too right! I sorted out a new Daihatsu Cuore Auto for my mother-in-law. All it ever does is sit on her drive and potter down to the shops a few times a week. Over a decade of that sort of short trip, never properly warmed through, very low milage treatment and it's still 100% reliable. But then, being a Japanese "city car", that's what it's designed for. It's a shame Daihatsu have gone, the car may be as basic as heck but the build quality, componentry and attention to detail is the best I have ever seen....
LED bulb replacement: Halfords have some but not street legal. Only a matter of time surely? Read more
A warning to all!! If you have an accident do not involve any claims management companies. You must contact either your insurance or the other blokes. Do not and this is especially so if you used a broker follow their instructions to involve the above. We were involved in an incident and contacted Swinton who are a broker, they sold on our details to a company who turned up the next day to remove our damaged vehicle.
Beware once they have your vehicle your stuffed. They will drag the whole thing out by deceipt and in our case lying about the status of the claim. The other parties insurance tried several times to settle the claim but the management company blanked their phone calls. We have still been fiddled out of the salvage value of the car and have had to involve Aviva the other blokes insurance who have tried to help.... Read more
There is a precedent for a mechanism to knock all this on the head once and for all. Take the easy cash percentage rakeoff out of it.
Back in the late eighties / early nineties when RSI claims for "mouse wrist" were all the rage, the Australian (?? - from memory) government came up with a stonking solution to the problem of their industry being bled white by ambulance chasers....
I purchased a vehicle from a main dealership at the other end of the country. Little was taken off the price but it was claimed it was in great condition with a full service history.
On arrival the driver insisted I take him straight to the station so he can make his way home. I had no problem with that as he assured me any probs would be dealt with. After dropping him off I then had to get a cab into town to tax the car as it was delivered minus tax as discussed. Hence it was a few hours until I was able to check the car out and discovered it had a bit of damage, not major but significant and some deep scratches. Whilst they originally agreed to pay for repairs they then backed away and rescinded the 'offer' to take the car back. I am aware this goes against my rights under the SOGA. I believe they got awkward when I started to ask for damages/compensation for a a service history that was lacking what they described and for now having a damaged vehicle - ie. not as described.... Read more
Why Legal Beagle? A verbal contract is just as binding under English law as a written one. I presume you sealed the contract with a deposit of some sort. Clearly if you have paid a fair market price the vehicle should be as described and of merchantable quality. Scratches would obviously render the vehicle less than such quality. You should stand a good chance of a result on the face of it. If you proceed and the hearing is set, the other side will ask for the court venue to be changed to where the dealer is. Insist this is not possible for you and stick out for a local venue. When the dealer sees he may have to travel many miles, possibly an overnight stop with solicitor etc he might just play ball because he doesn't seem to have a strong defense. He will probably play 'brinkmanship' and take it to the wire, so hold your nerve and stick to your guns. If the hearing gets set, let us all know and a few pointers about court behaviour and ettiquette will be forthcoming. Good luck. Concrete
Hello all,
We have ordered a new Focus MK3 (2011) and would like to know which DPF the Focus will be fitted with. I know that it will either be the Eolys fluid dpf or the newer C-DPF but I'm not sure as the new 1.6 TDCi 115 is basically a revised version of the 109 TDCi. ... Read more
Hi everyone, I'm in a real dilema! At the mo I own a VW Polo 16v, 2000. A very good little runner, never let me down from new, however, now I find myself wanting to buy a small caravan, 1000kg ish, and don't know what type of car to replace my trustee old Polo with? I have looked at a Golf 1.9 TDI & poss a Citroen xsara 1.6 hdi, even a Berlingo!! I don't want to go down the Landrover route, (i just don't like them), nuff said - but an estate, hatchback or like as I have two dogs and want to camp at dog shows. Don't want to spend more than 10K and would like something economical, Tax, Ins etc. Any Ideas out there? Read more
Thanks guys, have been checking out "What Tow Car" & the sportage as it happens. All very excellent reviews for this vehicle, might I say! So am now thinking perhaps, bite the bullet time and buy something that will do the job and just have to accept the high Tax and Insurance premium. Have looked at many diff cars, seen what other people are driving with caravans & whilst they may be cheaper on taxes etc, I don't want to be the dizzy blonde girl with her golf stuck in the mud!! And two not too happy Terriers (Jack Russell & Border Terrier), sitting in the back, barking (PUSH HARDER MUM!!).
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Not such a thing as a sealed clutch to my knowledge,if there is no place to fill with clutch fluid and it isn't cable operated then its a sealed unit you buy these complete includes the pipe and fluid sealed in.What you describe sounds like a knackered clutch plate.