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  • Toyota - 2008 1.4 engine assist 14 Jan 2009 (Forum)
    My Diesel D-4D automatic has had its "engine assist" fade in 2000 miles from new. Engine assist is the partial engagment of the clutch when the brakes are released to make the take up smoother. My 2006 car (same model) had the same fault. Is this a known Yaris gearbox fault? I have a friend who has a Auris with the same gearbox problem. G3lcs
  • Ford Fiesta (1989 - 1995) - 1994 1.1 what is this noise???? 15 Nov 2008 (Forum)
    hi there, not long been driving and i am a girl so know nowt about cars....i have a strange ear piercing squeeeeling coming from my car. Though it doesnt do it when accelerating, or braking but when cruising along the car is squeeling like mad......what is causing this???? how much is it likely to cost????? help!!!! thanks in advance!
  • Daihatsu Charade (2003 - 2006) - 03 1.0 Sticking caliper? 9 Nov 2008 (Forum)
    Just been on a 75 mile trip and discovered that the OSF wheel is hot to the touch, while the NSF is quite cool. The OSF also squeaks when under load. It has only a few days ago had the brake fluid changed and the NSF had a sticky caliper which was rectified but this new problem is new as of yesterday. Any advice appreciated. Thanks.
  • Long range SPECS to be deployed from Jan 2009 10 Oct 2008 (Forum)
    Small article on the right hand side of P13 of today's DT: "Speed cameras which can track drivers for up to 30 miles are to be deployed on roads next year. The devices, which stop motorists dodging tickets by braking suddenly before a camera and then speeding up have been tested in London and Northern Ireland. Ministers are expected to approve their use by the end of January."
  • Peugeot 406 (1999 - 2004) - 2001 2.0 HDi - Car accelerates when foot off gas 26 Sep 2008 (Forum)
    I have a peugeot 406 Rapier 2.0 Hdi - sometimes when I take my foot off the accelerator the car speeds up as if I had put my foot down. Why is this? To slow the car I have to brake or change down. Cheers
  • Volvo S60 (2000 - 2009) - 05 D5 Low coolant 8 Sep 2008 (Forum)
    Hi all, coming home late last night on the M25, came out of road works at 20mph and put the cruise back on, reached 45mph and message flashed up " low coolant stop safely" as i put my foot on the brake and cruise disengaged the message went out, and on checking the lkevel its fine, whats that all about? Ta.
  • SAAB 9-5 (1997 - 2009) - 99 3.0 Warning Lights 27 Aug 2008 (Forum)
    Every warning light concerning Brakes ABS Tracction Control and a few others have come up on the dash and my mechanic can't get any code read, He has sophisticated code readers, could it be an ECU Failure, the car drives fine but cant get it through an mot because of the ABS lights on, Most Gratefull For Any Help
  • Renault Espace (1997 - 2002) - 2002 2.2DCi Keep cutting out when turning corners 4 Jul 2008 (Forum)
    My RENAULT ESPACE SPECIAL EDITIONS 2.2 dCi The Race keeps cutting out when braking and turning corners. I often have problems starting the engine. It's had the cam/crank sensor replaced recently but still the problem keep occuring. Any suggestions
  • Ford Mondeo III (2000 - 2007) - 01 1.8 handbrake adjustment 29 Apr 2008 (Forum)
    Can anyone advise me how to adjust the handbrake on my 01 1800 Mondeo.It looks like there is some sort automatic mechanism on the handbrake lever,but how does this work? I have replaced the rear pads and discs and the h/brake works ok but the lever still comes up a bit too far,in my opinion.Can someone help please.
  • Citroen Xantia (1993 - 2000) - 1999 1.8sx - hydraulic pipes 26 Dec 2007 (Forum)
    One of the hydraulic pipes has split,its not in the rubber pipe section,but a metal pipe section.Is it possible to repair the pipe as you would a normal brake pipe by rejoining the two ends with a male and female joint.Or would i need a different fitting thanks mike1
  • Peugeot 406 (1999 - 2004) - 2003 Hdi estate - changing rear discs 25 Dec 2007 (Forum)
    I want to change the rear discs on my 406 HDi 110 S Estate (2003). I've heard that the handbrake is a different entity to the normal brakes. My question is: is it a straight forward job or can I expect surprises, ie. special tool required or anything else like that. Many Thanx and Merry Christmas
  • Cleaning alloy wheels 1 Oct 2007 (Forum)
    Says on a WD40 tin that you can clean alloys with it but I'm a bit worried about getting a nice coating of it going through onto the brake discs! Probably the cheapest and simplest methods are the best. Any tried and trusted remedies out there? No frustrated Betterware reps please :-)
  • Renault Megane (1996 - 1998) - 97 1.8 petrol - engine cutting out 7 Sep 2007 (Forum)
    It's recently started to cut out on me as I slow down to stop. Just before it cuts out I hear a squealing sound like the brakes. It starts up again straight away. Any ideas? Thanks. s
  • Peugeot 206 hatchback (1998 - 2006) - Headlight adjustment 1 Sep 2007 (Forum)
    My Pug has just failed its MOT 'cos the drivers side head light beam is too high compared to the near side, can you tell me how to adjust it. Also..... The brake comp arm is seized any thoughts how I can free this off. Thanks to you all for looking.
  • Error codes - why not display directly? 31 May 2007 (Forum)
    Is it another way of extracting money from drivers?? I think in BMW X5, dash displayes message like "Check brake light" etc. I think depending on manufacturers, dealers charge from £30 to £100 just to diagnose the error code!!!
  • Kwik Fit + pads and discs 10 Sep 2006 (Forum)
    Advert in one of today's tabloids in which Kwik Fit are saying that if they fit you new brake discs and pads you will never pay for replacements so long as you own the car (Terms and conditions apply). When I asked them about replacements some weeks ago they were the same price as the Main Agent but with this offer they would be worth considering.
  • S reg 1.3 Ka - very sluggish 3 Aug 2006 (Forum)
    Was being overtaken uphill by lorries on the A23, having to change down just to make it up some of 'em... Had a quick look to make sure brakes aren't binding or incorrectly adjusted, nothing hot or obviously amiss. Belongs to girlfriend, 24,000 miles, been standing for few months but was same before that she says. Any ideas please? Simon.
  • New cambelt for Vauxhall combo £338.46?? 21 Jun 2006 (Forum)
    Just a thought as I looked on ebay for cambelts and they didnt seem too expensive! For new rear brakes I was quoted £153.88 Sounds a bit better.. but though i'd ask!!?? Thanks for your help Ben
  • Clio slow speed squeak 9 Jun 2006 (Forum)
    At very low speeds (i.e. crawling in traffic in first gear) my Clio squeaks. This happens when the brakes are not in use. The car is 3 years old and has done 33k. I thought that it could be the wheel bearings. Perhaps it is too early for these to become worn and the noise is much more a squeak than a rumble.
  • Auto Transmission problem - Mondeo 1997 3 Jun 2006 (Forum)
    It doesn't change to 2nd or 4th gear and the O/D light flashes. The garage told me that the 2nd and 4th brake band needs changing. My warranty should cover this but wear and tear is excluded. Can you tell me if this should be classed as a mechanical fault or wear and tear? How much should the repair be approximately?
 

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