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  • Stupid brake light 11 Oct 2002 (Forum)
    I need help here. 'Stupid' should probably be applied to me, but I can't work out why my brake light won't work. Its the offside one, my car's a K reg 309. Changed the bulb to find the original was fine. Fuse has to be fine as it looks after other items such as the stereo, which all work. Wiring on the light cluster looks ok and theres no corrosion where the bulb slots in.
  • Citroen Xantia Problems !! 25 Aug 2002 (Forum)
    Recently purchased 1.8i 16v 96 ( 2 weeks ) , nice and clean , waiting for the problems to surface , replaced 4 corner spheres (Eurocarparts £12 each ), still sitting a little low at the back , but chanced trip to Inverness from Liverpool, reached Glasgow rear suspension non existent , found local accomodation with intent homeward return , brake failure !!, no initial pressure , panic !! and brakes lock up , returned home on rear of pick up. Where do I start any techies with ideas ? can I check rear central sphere for Ok ness ? does the suspension relate to braking system??
  • EPC warning lights on SEAT LEON 17 Nov 2001 (Forum)
    The latest problem keeping my new Leon off the road (fifth time since new) is the EPC warning light and a brake lights failure. This happened after I was obliged to brake hard (at less than 20mph). The AA had to be called out - were unable to resolve and the car is back with SEAT again. The implication being that if anyone is forced to perform an emergency stop, the car is likely to be unroadworthy (AA's words): the brake lights won't work and the EPC has to be reset by a Dealership (??)
  • Alfa Romeo 156 (1998 - 2005) - 2001 2.0 - Replacing front brake discs. 9 Feb 2008 (Forum)
    Is there any reason why changing these shouldn't be a home job? The last we did was my nephews Mondeo which took a while!
  • Audi 100 Avant Rear Brakes 25 Sep 2005 (Forum)
    A colleague is trying to replace the pads on the rear of his W reg.Audi 100 Avant The piston will not retract and it is not obvious what is stopping it. Is...
  • Mercedes E300 Cabriolet - Disc pads and disk brakes. 22 Apr 2021 (Forum)
    (Mine are apparently 33.63mm) New rear disks new have a thickness of 22mm and are worn/need replaced  at 19.4mm. What's very interesting to me is that my disks have worn out before my brake pads.  My front pads are 4mm and need replaced at 3mm. I will probably take it to an independent garage for a second opinion before doing anything else but I'm totally peeved off.  I should add my brakes feel great and there are no warning lights on!
  • Audi A4 B6 (2001 - 2005) - 02 1.9TDi 130 Avant brake failure 23 May 2012 (Forum)
    On two occasions I have had the brakes fail when joining a roundabout. The brake pedal goes hard like the servo is not working and the car does not stop, quite frightening. Problem goes away and works perfectly ok when you go for the brakes again.
  • Mazda 6 problems 19 May 2016 (Ask HJ)
    I have owned a 2014 Mazda 6 auto Tourer now for nearly a year and travelled over 20k in this time. I have had a couple of issues. Firstly, prior to...
  • Braking pointers 17 Jan 2009 (Ask HJ)
    Could you please clarify the position regarding the use of automatic transmission when stationary at traffic lights. I seem to recall your advice given...
  • Legal Advice Sought 22 Nov 2005 (Forum)
    Then staff were friendly and carried out a standard free brake inspection. The next day I was informed a brake hose needed replacing - I asked for a quote and was told the manager would contact me on the Monday. Monday came and I was informed the job couldn't be done in isolation and £570 of work was needed (i.e. change all the brakes - apparently this is a common thing with this establishment!).
  • FIAT 500X 1.4 Multiair - Brake/clutch fluid change 5 Feb 2019 (Forum)
    Anybody know if there's anything special needed to change the fluid, or can I just use tried and tested method with a helper pushing the pedal while I...
  • Peugeot 106 (1991 - 2002) - 94 1000cc under powered brakes 5 Apr 2008 (Forum)
    can anyone tell me if i can adjust the servo pressure on my 106,as i have read it on the car by car breakdown. if this is possible how do i do it?
  • FIAT Panda 4x4 (2005 - ) - (2005-) Retracting Rear Brake Piston 19 Jan 2008 (Forum)
    The Panda 4x4 has rear discs and I will want to replace the pads soon. Not sure which piston retraction tool will fit this car and wonder if anyone has...
  • Zafira front brakes 1 May 2007 (Forum)
    Good morning.. Thought I'd do my front discs and pads soon - couple of questions: Do you need to fit new caliper bolts / pad retaining springs? Set of...
  • Toyota Yaris rear brakes locked 11 Jul 2006 (Forum)
    My daughter has a "W" reg Yaris automatic. I washed it a couple of days ago and left it on the drive. Now this morning the rear wheels are locked solid....
  • Ford Focus brake light bulb replacement 2 Dec 2003 (Forum)
    Can anyone tell me how to replace it, and maybe save me some time. I guess the whole light assy has to come out? How? It is a 5 dr hatchback. Thanks for...
  • Fiat Uno 93 1.0i Fire 24 Mar 2003 (Forum)
    Experienced problems with brakes. Symtoms synonymous with air, have changed fluid and bled but still requires extra pump to stop effectively. I understand there are problems with the rear brake adjusters on this model. Could this be contributing to the problem?
  • Toyota RAV4 Rust on brake drums 4 Oct 2002 (Forum)
    This vehicle was new in February this year,so called new,makes you wonder whether it was standing in a field prior to delivery? What treatment is recommended...
  • Fastfit brakes 14 Dec 2000 (Forum)
    My 74500 mile 1998 Fiat Bravo needs some new pads. It may possibly need some discs too. Is 74500 miles a reasonable mileage to replace the discs? Are...
 

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