March 2013
Does a an up to date list of VAG approved 505.1 oils exist, if so does anyone have a link?
Looking to do a twice yearly oil cahnge on my 02 A4 1.9TDi PD, getting a little confused as to which oils I should be using...... Read more
car starts and then immediately stops. does this several times then starts and runs ok anydody got any ideas. Read more
Leak in fuel pipelines: air.. Eventually it clears and runs.
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How will the new requirements regarding testing airbags be done? I would have thought the only way test one would be to set it off but obviously not!
(Edt - heading changed to what I think you meant. Apologies if you didn't !) Read more
As with all warning lights covered on the mot test,.the light must illuminate with ignition on ,and extinguish after a few seconds.This only tests the operation of the warning light,not the system(engine mil light is not included in the new regs).Abs,airbag,brake warning light and pas warning light are now testable items.hth
I've recently bought a new shape Fiesta and am intending to do an interim service of filters, oil and spark plugs as they're almost due anyway.
Reading through the owner's manual it appears the engine air filter is described as a non-maintenance part - is this actually the case? I've already bought the filter as I was intending to do it, but I'm now wondering if the air box should be cracked open at all given the above.... Read more
I think it means you cannot do anything to it exept replace it with a new one.
I have recently purchased a 10/60 reg Hyundai Sante Fe SUV. I have been reading with concern that the spare wheel is vulnerable to theft. This I believe is also an issue with The Kia Sorento and other Range Rover models as well as other SUV's. My solution was to by an ABUS Hardened chain in a fabric sleeve an thread this through the spare wheel and a space in the rear axle and secure the same with a good quality padlock. It was a fiddly and slightly dirty job, it took around 45 minutes, after I wrapped the padlock in bubble wrap and plastic bag to protect it from the elements. Hopefully this will deter thieves save for the most determined ones, hope this helps others. Read more
It was a fiddly and slightly dirty job, it took around 45 minutes,
How dirty will you get and how long will it take to undo it if you need to fit it?
www.honestjohn.co.uk/news/miscellaneous/2013-03/ma.../
VAG are recalling over a third of a million DSG transmissions, the newer 7-speed dry-clutch version, sold recently in China - likely to cost VAG half a billion Euros. Read more
It comes to something when the Chinese quality regulator is slating a product made by a major German manufacturer, how times have changed!
Perhaps these transmissions are built in China....
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I have recently purchased a 307 XSI, it had an itial problem of a misfire but have replaced the coil and plug, so thats all sorted.... Read more
Thanks for the advise, makes complete sense.
As the car is 10 years old i think I will try the oil change forst using a good quality oil :-)...
hi could anyone help ive got a vauxhall signum that the power steering has gone for some reason ive put new battery on it ive had it diagnostic and it says low voltage and steering wheel remote circuit malfunctionive also checked all fuses Read more
Argh! I have a 2006 vauxhall vectra 1.9 cdi and driving home yesterday the power steering went. I managed to pull over and turn the engine on and off and it hasnt happened again but I'm fast losing confidence in my car. Im a childminder and had 4 children in the car at the time. The engine management light never came on or any warning lights. How likely is this to happen again?
I have a Panasonic DVR, model DMR-EX77. Recently the playback sound on recorded material has suffered severe deterioration. It sounds rather like the effect you used to get when the stylus got clogged with fluff. i am assuming that this is the HDD head wearing out through use (it gets plenty of use).
The HDD inside is a Hitachi Deskstar 160Gb, model HDS721616PLAT80, also says ATA/IDE on the label.... Read more
With the improvement of technology,there are more and more electronic products appear in people's daily life.We have to admit that the mobile phone make our modern life better and more convenient.However the cell phone sometimes cause new problems and breaks up people's peaceful life.
(Edit - link deleted as it could be construed as advertising.)
Have just bourght my first car with automatic climate control.what temperature are you guys finding to be the best for all round comfort.have set mine at 22c/23c Read more
How are you finding the Veloster?
Is the MPG anywhere near the offical figures? Hyundai/Kia do seem to be the best around for milking the MPG test....
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Try this link, plenty to choose from.
www.opieoils.co.uk/c-751-vw-50501-oil.aspx