November 2024
The sat nav unit on my 2016 Hyundai Tucson is not working. I've tried all the reset option without success. I originally had sound but no screen but now it's completely dead.
I assumed, naively, that it would be a relatively easy fix. Unfortunately that is not proving to be the case. I have been told the unit itself can't be fixed. A new one from Hyundai is astronomically priced. So I thought I would get a second hand unit off of Ebay. But now I understand that will be a big problem because of getting it programed to work on my car. The whole thing is turning into a right PITA.... Read more
Hi all, I was just about to book in for 4 Michelin cross climate 2 tyres, since my current are rather terrible slippy budget summer tyres. However the CrossClimate2 in my size (195/65/R15) are speed rated H, unless I go for the reinforced ones which are V (91V specified on drivers door sticker) Reinforced seems a bit overkill for the Mazda 3, no? Would it affect normal handling/braking negatively? (Largely town driving, some m'way and some muddy lanes) Any thoughts appreciated, thank you! Read more
Interesting. So let's say your version of the car has a maximum speed of 115mph. But the manufacturer makes another version that does 138mph. But for ease of manufacture and cost reasons puts the same rating on all versions say up to 149mph (v rated)? Which is far in excess of your requirements.
Since my car won't go over 115mph flat as noted in the owners handbook. What's to stop me fitting tyres say h rated 130mph? and saving a few quid....
I had my Landrover 90 which i bought new in 2014 checked by a Landrover approved service agent late 2019 as i had noticed what looked like galvanatic corrosion where the rear body meets metal structures, it appears as white crystals. Landrover advised the agent that they would replace the rear body under warrentry and i would be informed when the parts were available. 5 years later i am still waiting for this to be done and now i have difficulty even getting the agent to talk to me.I see rear bodywork parts are available now, has anyone had this issue and how can i get Landrover to honour the warrentry agreement. Read more
They probably assumed the engine has given out by now.
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My car is a Renault Clio 3 1.5 dCi Diesel, the car has broken down and i have been told it’s the the clutch damper is leaking fluid. Problem is i can’t find the part anywhere and am unsure where else to look or if I can use a damper from a different Renault. The garage seems very busy and said this is the part I need if I can find it they will fit it. The part number is 8200862930 Read more
All I’m getting is no product found. There’s one for a Captur and Clio MK4 not the mk3
I broke my Ankle a couple of Months ago, and apart from a couple of times where the car was either left running or driven about 6 miles by my wife, it has been largely static, It was serviced in May and was in very good running order.
It was taken out yesterday, again another 6 miles, with no issues.... Read more
Update- I had hoped that having a blast in the car would resolve the issue, my biggest concern was that the Light would remain lit and would need clearing at a main dealers diagnostic service. Fortunately the light did go out and the issue hasn't re-occurred, as a precaution I did buy and put in a DPF cleaner additive into my fuel tank, something I do every year (usually cataclean), Clearly being sat still for 2 months isn't car friendly. Broken Ankle and Leg now healed shouldn't be an issue again.
Why are the inconsistencies in traffic signs? This is a red circle with a picture of a car and motorbike (meaning no motor vehicles), but does it not have a red cross across it like when there is no right turn?
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Yes - it is confusing - especially for foreigners.
Some other countries do have a red line across to indicate no motor vehicles....
Hi all, my car is a VW Golf Estate TDi 2007 - Reg CX57 XRL.
Can you help me find out which suspension parts I need to buy to amend the advisories?... Read more
Keeping you posted...
I got a 5 litre bottle of oil for £26, NAPA Shocker for £21 (with a coupon on eBay), suspension ball joint for £9, oil, fuel and air filters for £14 & the rear registration lamps for £10 or so. ...
I have an old non-smart phone with a large SIM card, which will not fit into a modern model. If I buy a new smart phone (with pay as you go) can I transfer my number and contacts to the nano card in the new phone?
Note also that, at least for the moment, Asda Mobile PAYG is 'technically' still compatible with old style 2G 'candy bar' phones like my old Nokia 3410, which like your other half and the OP also has a full sized SIM car holder.
As for real world use for that phone, it didn't work so well, with some calls getting dropped including an emergency call to Plod and some from my parents' 2G (slightly newer) flip phone. I now use my 'middle' 3G smart phone (mini SIM), where I the SIM car did have the cut-outs....
Hi, I have a VW Golf 2007 estate, diesel.
A local mobile mechanic has said he’ll service it and it’s cheaper if I buy the parts as he adds money on when he gets them.
Without wanting to appear totally clueless, what exactly do I need to buy?
How much oil?
Which filters?
Do I need glow plugs?
I live rural and don’t work at home. The other garages aren’t an option at the minute. Read more
Hi, I have a VW Golf 2007 estate, diesel. A local mobile mechanic has said he’ll service it and it’s cheaper if I buy the parts as he adds money on when he gets them. ? I live rural and don’t work at home. The other garages aren’t an option at the minute.
It sounds like you don't fully understand what parts / servicing is required. It's so easy to get the wrong parts on many cars these days. I wouldn't source the parts as the risk is on you - leave it to the mechanic. ...
I found two exactly the same cars on autotrader
Honda CRV 2.0 h i-mmd EX SUV 5dr petrol hybrid eCVT AWD Euro 6... Read more
Younger one was probably over £40k so it has a 'luxury' VED surcharge for 5 years.
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Personally, if I was a potential customer (which admittedly I,m not) I would suppress a cheer at the prospect of not having to deal with the b***** thing, andyhen probably pay too much for the car. IPhone satnav has gotme out of trouble once or twice but still overall a PITA. No interest in having one built in