April 2014
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Hi all,
Can anyone help me with my heater problem on my 2001 ford focus.
Last week smoke came from vents so pulled over and realised that 123 on the heater switch didn't work but 4 did.
I was told it would be the heater resistor fuse gone so I purchased a new one and fitted it into the fuse block behind the glovebox,I left it out to test if everything was ok before securing it and when I started the engine I noticed that black smoke was coming from the resistor fuse block,this was new so have removed the resistor and am now perplexed as to why this is happening.
Hope someone can enlighten me many thanks all.
Adrian. Read more
It is a very easy job on these.It is located behind the glovebox,just below the fuse box.about 15 mins,job done.
Hi, I've recently had a new dual mass flywheel and clutch fitted by a local garage and since then the car tends to miss a beat and sounds like diesel knock ( intermittent ). The car starts and runs, idles without a flicker, then when pulling away I start experiencing the stutter.
It shows no warning lights and has been back to the garage twice and shows no fault codes. This stutter occurs at all speeds.
Any ideas and possible solutions gratefully received. Read more
One mechanic asked what diesel I was using, my reply was the regular brand from either of local superstore. His advice was to run the engine to near empty and try the more expensive branded diesel, since following that advice it's like driving a different car. He thinks that regular diesel has more bio products added to reduce immisions and that hdi's don't particularly behave with it. Saved me a bill for new injectors.
If using a different fuel made that much difference I would guess that a generous shot of diesel conditioner (injector cleaner) would too. I can usually feel a better 'throttle' response after putting it in my 207. I don't usually put in supermarket fuel, but SWMBO does.
Thought I'd dip my noobie toe in the water.
Its darn difficult to choose a new car these days. We're currently looking to replace our "fun" ride, a Mini Cooper S, which after 7 years is starting to have too many (minor) problems cropping up to stay. We've been looking at the sector and settled on a choice of 3 models (not necessarily the obvious ones).... Read more
I'd can the Abarth on the basis that my wife's 500 doesn't suit me. Shame really as an Abarth does appeal and looks ok when a bloke gets out of the drivers side. Huge blindspot at the extra thick C pillar and a sticky out moulded plastic handle on the lower console/tunnel affair thing that sticks in your left leg when you try to rest it. The teeth rattling ride, rubbish semi auto, lousy dealers and Fiat UK not knowing how a warranty should work all helped us get rid. In 3 to 6 months SWMBO will need a car again - I'm trying to persuade her towards a Mito.
At very low speeds, that is below 30 mpg and usually when I have taken the foot of the accelerator pedal, I get an intermittent low rubbing noise that sounds like a belt rubbing perhaps?
Car mileage is 98500.... Read more
Thank you I will check it.
Brian
Strange one ."2002 Megan scenic 1.9 tdci .was running fine went into car wash switch off .full works of car wash cycle finished went to restart car ,turns over but wont fire up. Got car back home left over night thinking water must have got in some where (not sure where)and caused problem? Next morning still wont fire up.!!
Are there any control unit under car which could have been filled with water when car was given under car wash?
Great full for any help.
All the electronics are under the bonnet on these.Not sure if your car has a crash cut out switch fitted.May have been activated by vibration of car wash?
Hi
Need some advise on a purchase of a brand new car that initiated over the phone.
The car was eventually returned after delivery due to change of mind due to changes in Financial circumstances.
Details:
Car Purchase Price £37852... Read more
Number 6 in OP is the key.
Signed up to a deal and only later did sums about afordabiliy? ...
My st220 on start up the revs are fine idle about 1000 but after 1 minute drops to 800 and then moves between 1000 and 800 constantly the battery light flickers on and off it seems to be losing power as the dash lights also dim when this is going on. Is this the alternator ? Or something else and are there any remedies that I can do it's also bank holiday so no garages are open. Help is needed please! Read more
If the idle speed is unstable,i would suggest you look for split or broken breather pipes.There are a few under the throttle housing and some at the back of the engine.They are made of plastic and rubber and become brittle with age.Don't think it will be the alternator.
Like a G10 Charade
By chance I got a look at the analyser screen when I was in for my half year vehicle inspection here in Taiwan. 4.7 % CO, 7.2% CO2, IIRC. Didn't see the HC but presumably high (They don't give you a printout, probably the thinking is "no numbers, no pack drill" ). ... Read more
How about the vacuum gauge idea?
Hi
Can anyone help, I'm trying to buy some new fuel injectors for my Omega the 2.5TD which as a BMW 6 cylinder engine in it as standard.... Read more
When injectors are serviced,it is normal to run a pressure check on them to ensure they don't leak!
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Thanks a bundle Trilogy, me eyes are only just recovering from last nights apparitions and this isn't helping.
Not to say i don't admire the work thats gone into it, but why, and i'm staggered that one would be worth more that its scrap weight when done, but people are strange, they're now paying VW camper money (more weirdness) for rusting mk1 and 2 Escort hulks, weird stuff this ''scene'' fad....