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• Vauxhall cora sxi 2002 - Won't start but turns over 8 Sep 2014 (Forum)
  I've just got a corsa sxi 2002. She was starting ok & running ok. I went to start her & she's turning over,but won't start. The fuel gauge won't move off empty,got plenty of fuel. Also the mileage isn't been displayed.
• ford fiesta zetec s tdci 2007 - car runs rough 29 Jan 2014 (Forum)
  My car runs fine for a while then seems to run as if the turbo is not working but if I undo the fuel filter drain plug just a little bit power is restored. I have replaced the fuel filter but same problem now driving me mad. help....
• Ford Mondeo 2.2tdci auto estate - High fuel consumption 2 Jan 2014 (Forum)
  Bought this car last January (2013) and very pleased overall except I can't get more than an indicated 37mpg under any conditions, no matter how carefully...
• Peugeot 206 1.9diesel w reg - Engine starting problem 22 Aug 2012 (Forum)
  Hi,my 206 would not start unless I spray with easy start then It runs fine.there was no fuel getting to the ignitors when I turned it over initially.would a blocked fuel Filter cause this to happen?any advice appreciated.there is power to the glow plugs and stop start solenoid.
• Fuel storage legal question 20 Aug 2012 (Forum)
  Is it legal to store diesel in a 5 litre can marked petrol? I'd never store petrol in a diesel can as the flammable vapours might catch out the unwary,...
• mercedes-Benz e-Class 320cdi - fuel supply 23 Jun 2012 (Forum)
  2003 e 320 cdi. 90k.miles. stalling ln traffic and on low revs entering intersections and roundabouts. had injectors done and replaced both switches either...
• Mondeo tddi - Mondeo tddi wont run help 29 Nov 2010 (Forum)
   Can anybody help me? I have a 2001 mondeo tddi when the fuel gets to quarter of a tank of diesel it starts to cut out and the glowplug light flashes put more fuel in and it was ok thought it was the lift pump so put a new one on but still the same problem.  
• Peugeot 406 HDi - 406 HDi fuel pump ring 10 Jul 2010 (Forum)
  Got the tank off my HDi to replace the knackered pump, and when the new one is put in situ, the large plastic retaining ring, (Which is a brand new dealer...
• SEAT Altea (2004 - ) - New altea fuel consumption 6 Sep 2009 (Forum)
  i'm looking at an altea s spec with the 1.9 90hp engine.it's brand new and a good deal ive been told that these engines aren't economical and 40 in town...
• What is the benefit of Super Unleaded? 14 Jul 2009 (Forum)
  She always puts in the cheapest petrol and was quite cross when I treated the motor to Super Unleaded fuel. But isn't better fuel supposed to help old engines? Can anyone explain the technical difference that justifies the price difference in the petrol? Cheers
• SAAB 9-5 (1997 - 2009) - 08 2.3 Fuel Grade?? 7 Jul 2009 (Forum)
  Hi, The dealer says that the SAAb 9-5 HOT will run on 'ordinary' unleaded but the car manual says its requires 98 RON which super unleaded. Obviously...
• Peugeot 406 (1999 - 2004) - 1999 2.0l Misfire 1 Jun 2008 (Forum)
  Does anyone else own a peugeot 406 with a misfire? If so how did you cure it?? I have tried better fuel, replacing the knock sensor, cause that's what the diagnostic machine said to do, replaced fuel filter, plugs, and it still does it. Any advice?
• Citroen ZX (1992 - 1998) - 1993 1.9 diesel ZX - increase in fuel consumption 12 Feb 2008 (Forum)
  I have a 1993 ZX 1.9 diesel which up until now has given great mpg. It has now started drinking the stuff and there are no obvious leaks. Any suggestions/advice...
• Bit of Petrol Fuel in a Diesel Car ? 30 Oct 2005 (Forum)
  Can you advise? Made a big mistake by putting 2 Litres of Unleaded Petrol in a Pug 405 Diesel.(non-turbo) Having realised, I then immediately filled the...
• Diesel Motorcycles 6 Nov 2004 (Forum)
  First order for 500 has been agreed. Not a great performer (85mph max) but main bonus is said to be commonality of fuel with other vehicles and simplicity and extra fuel economy. Wonder if the technology it will make it into the mainstream consumer market? StarGazer
• BMW 318 valvetronic petrol consumption 8 Dec 2003 (Forum)
  I have a 318 with the new fuel efficient valvetronic engine. Does anyone with a similar car check their fuel consumption figures? I'm getting 43mpg on the motorway, and 33mpg on A roads. This seems less than BMW's own figures. Is this normal?
• 97. 1.8TD speedo problem - Mondeo 22 Aug 2003 (Forum)
  Hi guys i have a problem with my speedo sometimes working and sometimes not. When it desides to work my fuel light comes on and fuel gauge drops to almost on the empty line, when speedo stops again light goes off and gauge goes back to normal. Any help here guys. Thanks.
• Nissan Micra- loss of power. 5 Jun 2003 (Forum)
  It starts and idles OK, but complete loss of power when the accelerator is pressed and cuts out. I have changed the fuel filter, rotor arm and distributor cap with no significant benefit. Could it be a faulty fuel pump or something else? Many Thanks Keith
• more diesel 9 Jan 2003 (Forum)
  I have a 2001 115 pd golf. Recently had a new change over valve fitted under warranty. fuel consumption has gone up by 15% on like for like journeys dealer says the car is set up properly now. would this valve have starved fuel so much when not operating properly prior to new fit? Sharpsyerman
• Mondeo II DI fuel consumption 17 Jan 2002 (Forum)
  A couple of e-mailers complained today of lousy economy from this, the 2.0 litre stopgap 115bhp DI engine (not the new 128bhp TDci). They are only getting...