August 2011
Hello,
The fuel consumption on my sons 306 (fuel injection) absolutely abysmal.maybe 10 -12 mpg. plugs, air filter changed, firing on 4, would it be the engine ECU?... Read more
Hi Folks,
Here's my story. The engine management light came on a couple of days ago. I brought it to a mechanic who hooked it up to vag com. Under engine code faults the only one that appeared was for the front pas door not unlocking but it works fine. we did searched under the obd option and the following code fault was found.... Read more
Would like rid of my unreliable Jag but I don't have any more cash to spend (spent it all on repairs) anyone ever done a swap at a dealers? I know it ought to be possible, but I can't see it working unless I take really low offer on my car.... Read more
Thanks for all the replies - much appreciated
Hi. I have a '97 Grand Voyager which has developed an immobiliser problem and I've discovered how unhelpful, even obstructive, Chrysler main dealers can be.
I've had a few occasions when the immobliser kicked in but it seemed to self correct after being left. ... Read more
Try www.chryslerbreakers.co.uk you'll find the part cheaper than new and the technical help will be on hand too!
Apparently there has been a five-fold increase in the number of parking tickets handed out since 2001. A lot of this is because of CCTV use. The number of people successfully contesting them has risen considerably too.
I have never had a ticket; I always look for somewhere sensible to park and I don't mind walking from a car park f***her away. I have also never seen a traffic warden in Preston but I bet they exist!... Read more
Ha ha excellent. If you get done by a warden (seriously, who has an "lightbulb moment" and says, "I know, I'll be a traffic warden! That's a canny job like!"???) then shout at him the following:
It must be great being a traffic warden. WELL IT'S BETTER THAN WALKING THE STREETS ALL deleted DAY!!!!
2004 V10. Valve chest problem, violent gear change, known problem.
I am trying to find a supplier of new ones who would be prepared to ship to NZ... Read more
email cnm@xtra.co.nz
My car has suffered air-con failure. I tried to get it reg-assed at my friendly local independent. There's a tiny leak so he wasn't able to help. His parting shot was "watch the main dealer stone-chip damage scam".
Lo and behold, the dealer calls.... Read more
Pump failure very common, these do not suffer stone chips though !
It wouldnt suprise me if they change the pump under warranty but fit a condensor and charge you for stone damage ! that way they double their money !...
i need to change my oil on my ford ka2 1996-2000, how much oil do i need to buy and what oil should i use ? Read more
The re commendation is actually PART synthetic 5W/30 but as PP says above 20w/50 for high mileage ones in summer;10w/30 in winter.
Just took delivery of the above car in premium spec and continental silver paint. What a fantastic car to drive and very well put together inside and out. If anyone wantsto join a disscusion forum, there is a sub forum on Uk ix35 owners uk. thanks karl. Read more
Any 1 know where a person can get a re-build data diagram for above gearbox which is a 5 speedbox Any feed back greatly accepted Regards Mickeybo Read more
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engine size ? ...