September 2024
Which one should I choose?
I'm at that age now to try a convertible before it's too late!... Read more
Hi, I am attempting to replace the retractable seat belt on the passenger side.
I can get the old one removed including the yellow electrical plug which is plugged into the seat belt.... Read more
While I've had no problem with connector blocks on my yesteryear cars, perhaps some modern circuitry might be more fussy re the contact resistances involved.
IF the trouble code/light comes back after clearing, you MIGHT benefit from using a crimped connector, though these require special tools. Lidl currently has a stripper/crimper set for 7.99 which looks OK, though the connectors supplied with it probably arent the best you can get.....
Mondeo Mk 3 2 litre petrol
Duratec Mazda engine... Read more
Loud noise from the air box could mean the engine is being suffocated. I’d get the garage to remove the top lambda sensor to see if that improves the situation.
Hello ,
Please could someone tell me if it is required to remove engine from car for cylinder head gasket replacement.... Read more
I wouldn't have thought the mechanically competent OP would need a manual to remove the cylinder head on a mundane car. Just keep removing things till you get access to the bolts. I enjoy this u-tube guy tearing down engines - suggest watch one or two of his videos; no manual used!
Actually for drain inspection, trying to locate/detect possible leaks in unreachable underfloor areas. I seem to have fixed the two I can see and JUSTreach, at least for now, but am concerned there may be others.
Its possible I might also want to use it in an automotive context, but I no longer have a car, so probably unlikely.... Read more
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Hi stumped on this one- I’ve got a 61 plate Alhambra 1.9tdi, always been super reliable till the turbo recently went and was refurbished, afterwards all was good till the coil light started flashing and the car went into limp mode a diagnostic gave error code P2563 turbo boost control position sensor circuit range/performance, can’t find this sensor and the fault is stopping the dpf regeneration- spent money on it don’t really want to spend much more- is it this sensor is it the actuator or something else?? Help please Read more
Took it to a garage who have said the problem is the dpf I’ve had that cleaned but now they have told me there is play in the turbo and that’s what is causing the problems, I’ve got power and the turbo works which makes me think the actuator is fine? This is really confusing
Hi sold our car yesterday to a private buyer. He takes the green slip. Went to DVLA page this morning and the doc reference number isn't recognised, so called DVLA and they said write to us confirming sale, which I have done and emailed the signed letter to the buyer so he knows what's going on.
He is now panicking asking who is registered keeper and he says the insurance policy he took out this morning has been cancelled because he's not the registered owner/keeper and DVLA told him not to drive car until he receives new V5 which might be 4 weeks.... Read more
The car seems to be in limbo between a registered keeper (who no longer owns the vehicle and has no access to it) and a new owner who cannot be registered as keeper until DVLA update their records.
The instant transfer online is great if it works, but that shouldn't affect the question of who exactly is the registered keeper at this exact moment and what was the situation before that online facility existed?
My imported Honda Stream, which may have to be pensioned off, has a hard drive to automatically record all the CDs that are played. We have 125 albums on it and counting. This is a very useful feature. -Far more convenient than playing music from a mobile phone, even with bluetooth. Does anyone tell me which other cars, preferably meant for the British market, have this feature? Read more
Here's a YouTube video that demonstrates this feature:
Does anyone have a C-Class estate and would be willing to measure the height of the boot (the tallest section right behind the back seat)? I'm considering buying one but want to check it'll be tall enough for my dog. There isn't one for sale anywhere near me so trying to save what could be a long wasted journey. I've looked online a lot but can't find that exact measurement, just the boot opening measurement from RIDC which will be different.
Many thanks,
Rob Read more
Will try to measure mine when I get home, but to be honest it’s not what I’d pick to transport dogs. It’s not a big car both in the cabin or the boot, our previous Toyota Avensis was a much more practical (and better built) car. If anything our Nissan Leaf is a more spacious vehicle.
Not sure if should have posted this or in general discussion, however, am looking to purchase used model of above car for towing a caravan. On checking MOT history, this has been a recurring theme over the years.
My question then is, when coming across this issue on MOT tests, could this be hiding a significant issue for the car going forward in respect of possibly costly repairs. My instinct tells me it is, however, I am not very well up on any cars younger than late 70's models.... Read more
Thanks for your response. It's a 2017 reg.
I have since managed to find some information on this issue, so maybe having one fitted on a younger car is less likely to be an issue than not?...
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ULEZ requires Euro 6 or charge needs to be paid.
It would be little surprise if over time other large cities followed Londons example - certainly Bristol needs Euro 6 diesels to be exempt from charges....