May 2019
On my 99 lexus is when fitting new front shock i had to remove the upper balljoint, It is connected to the top arm and then is connected to the hub as seen in the following link: toyotamarket.ru/static/eu/A1/decoded_images/480809...g
My problem is that when removing the ball joint, it managed to snap completely off and there is still abit stuck within the hub!... Read more
An interesting read in Hypermiller for those with VAG diesel cars that brings home the extent of the problems.
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My mistake about the Polo. I didn't note that the 1.2 engine was also affected.
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I met a guy with the identical model to mine, same spec ... pre WLTP..
very unhappy with his, so said try mine, different car he said, so told him about the software update and the crank position fault...... Read more
With cars in the 80’s and 90’s it was common to see a noticeable difference in performance between two supposedly identically specified models but as manufacturing standards improved it pretty much disappeared. Running in isn’t required these days but it did make a difference back in yon olden days.
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Popped into a Tescos today and remembered this post. I saw three different types of synthetic 5W30 oil being promoted, two of which were C3 spec. The first was marked as for 'BMW', the second marked as 'Long Life'. Either would be fine in the OPs Hyundai diesel. The third was marked for Ford and not C3 so unsuitable. These oils are priced at £6 per 2-litre container.
Is there a "universal" convention as to the meaning of a single timing mark on the flywheel?
I'm thinking it could either be the actual static timing point, or it could be TDC.... Read more
The camshaft sprocket has a mark which seems to correspond to the mark on the flywheel.
These are both described as "ignition marks" in the manual which, if one could assume forensically precise use of English would imply they are the timing mark, but one can't assume forensically precise use of English. ...
I’m a bit mystified how PSA is suddenly seen as a successful profitable car company and on the hunt for others. What has the CEO Carlos Taveres done to achieve this Midas touch status ? I had my money on PSA going bust and could see no logic in buying Opel/Vauxhall when the latter seemed destined for the scrap heap. I don’t find their model range particularly logical or distinctive at least on the Peugeot side.
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Let me explain more. My general point was in periods in the past eg late 60s to late 1970s and then Mid 80s to mid 90s I think as a manufacturer they were ahead of the game, much more the pioneer both on the Peugeot side and of course on the Citroen side too after they took them over (the latter was arguably less innovative to purists from 1974 on but Peugeot achieved a better sales performance by bringing them closer to the mainstream).
As examples the 504 and its Estate/Family variant in particular were seen as a well engineered sensible middle class option with a extremely good ride and available at a much cheaper price than the German opposition - there actually wasn’t a large German Estate car either bigger than a Passat unto the v expensive Merc (the high DM as ever causing much pain). Alongside the Volvo 240 estate the 504 had the large middle class estate market to itself for many years through the 1970s. It was the thinking person's purchase against limited choice in locallly made offerings. It was easy to explain why you bought one and I felt half my friends at school's parents owned one for carting you about to sport and to school. ...
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Has anyone got any ideas of where I can get a full suspension arm for the above Audi without having to pay the over £400 price tag for the full suspension leg, it's basically the wheel bearing housing up to the control arms.... Read more
Can’t you just smack the broken bolt out and put in a new one? I think those control arms are reasonably priced on eBay for the b7. Like a full set for £130
As briefly as I can, I purchased a vehicle from a private seller in Feb 2018. The car did not match the description from the advertisement, was not fit for purpose & a danger to be on the road. Despite my requests to return the car & be refunded he refused so I filed a claim for just under £8000. Default judgement granted in May last year as defendant did not acknowledge or defend.
Escalated to HCW & enforcement agents called 3 times but the door was not answered at defendants address & all vehicles parked at the property were on finance. In December I received a letter from a solicitor acting for defendant claiming he did not receive claim form as the address used was his parents & not his.... Read more
Yes I was a fool & I realise I've been fortunate on this occasion only due to the advertisement not being accurate. Lesson learnt the hard way!
Believe any advert at your own peril. Surprised you did not realise that many people do not tell the truth.
I made a post a few days ago about my engine shutting off as I was getting on the motorway.
Since the a Citroen garage has confirmed the cambelt and timing belt both snapped and that they have never seen this before in a vehicle with only 30K miles. They said they will likely put it down to premature engine failure and then send the report to Citroen to see what they will offer.... Read more
Agreed-although I would not mind betting that even pulleys and cogwheel checks are not on a Picasso maintenance check list-whoever does the service-a dealer or an independent.
My partner has decided on a CH-R petrol manual and HJ reviews seem to agree that this is the best option for country roads.
Getting hold of one for an extended test is another matter as most come in hybrid form. And there are not available through car rental companies.... Read more
On the face of it, shouldn't pose problems with the warranty provided the service was done at the correct interval (12 months or 10,000 miles, whichever occurs first) or before. However, if a warranty claim is made where the fault may be directly related to servicing, there may then be a question re whether the car has been correctly serviced.
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Drill it out, or if it is threaded weld a nut to the broken part and use it to unscrew.