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• Citroen C5 (2001 - 2008) - 04 2.2 OBD fault code connector 12 Jun 2008 (Forum)
  A Sealey code scanner does not light up its backlit display when plugged into the C5. On other cars it does light up. It seems like not picking up the C5's battery voltage. Does anyone know if this mean that there is a fault on the C5's OBD connector? Thanks.
• SEAT Ibiza II (1999 - 2002) - 2000 1.4 central locking remote control 13 Apr 2008 (Forum)
  Hi folks, My central locking remote has suddenly failed,Changed the battery but still doesn't work. Anybody got any ideas on how to reprogram or even fix.. Can still use the key manually and have both keys. Any help will be most apprieciated Jim
• Mercedes Benz E-Class W124 (1985 - 2000) - 1994 E320 Coupe won't turn over or lock doors 2 Mar 2008 (Forum)
  The car is fitted with Mercedes red/green light infrared remote control system. Have changed the batteries in the remote and synchronised them and still the doors won't lock and the engine won't turn over. Any ideas?!
• Nissan Almera (2000 - 2006) - 2003 - Remote keyfob stopped working the C/L 23 Dec 2007 (Forum)
  hi my key fob for the remote central locking on my 03 Almera has just stopped working I wouldn't mind but there is no option to open the door with a key so I am affectively locked out of my car! any ideas? could it be something as simple as a dead battery?
• 06 Avensis-Fridge feed to caravan 1 Aug 2007 (Forum)
  Toyota dealership says the feed is taken from the boot light so the circuit is overloaded, towbar company says its 'in the manual and should work'. Where should the feed be taken from? Direct from battery, via a fused link? Keith
• inspection lamp query 21 May 2007 (Forum)
  ive got an inspection lamp (240v) normal size bulb rough service, with a bayonet cap but i want to put a 12v bulb in it , i cant find one any where , do they exist so i can cut the plug off the lead and put croccodile clips and run it off a car battery, so basically i need a 12v 50 watt bayonet capped bulb? cheers
• Vauxhall Zafira Central Locking Problem 15 May 2007 (Forum)
  When I use the key it doesn't always lock all the doors. I have changed the key to the spare, changed the battery to a new one, but still have the same problem. It doesn't always happen, but it is getting more and more frequent. Any ideas?
• VW starter/batt cable..what amp? 3 Mar 2007 (Forum)
  ive got various vw's ranging from 1300 -180016v the battery /starter cables are getting old and ropey and id like to make new heavy duty ones how do i figure what minimum spec cable is req ? id like to make them on the beefy side just to be sure the wiring catalogue lists 110-415 cable
• Problems starting Peugeot 306 14 Jan 2007 (Forum)
  Hi, can anyone help !!! Pug 306 1.6 petrol with problem starting. Fitted new starter motor & battery. Car starts, however, when ignition key returns to normal position the engine cuts out. Have fitted new ignition key wiring loome & ECU relay. Problem still remains. Have no power to ignition coil and fuel pump fuse in engine compartment. thanks
• Nissan Primera problem 11 Dec 2006 (Forum)
  When the engine is running and I have my lights on the alternator makes a whining noise whilst idling. If I am driving it or give it more revs the whining stops. The battery light does not come on when driving Does this mean my alternator is on the way out? or is it the drivebelt? Thanks in advance
• Rover 200 heater Fan 1 Nov 2006 (Forum)
  I have a curious fault on the heater fan switch in as much as when I turn the ignition off, and open the drivers door the fan starts up and continues running. this has aonly happened since I had the fan resistors repaired so as it would operate on speeds 1 & 2. Anyone else come across this unusual fault as I'm fed up having to jump start and recharge the battery!
• A real electric car? 26 Sep 2006 (Forum)
  As I have said before the solution to any perceived pollution/energy shortage problems lies in: 1. a step change in energy generation capabilities and; 2. a step change in battery technology which has in essence not really change much since they were invented Could this be 2. I wonder? http://the-post-postmodernist.blogspot.com/2006/09/so-long-and-thanks-for-oil.html
• basic wiring Q ,1988 polo 16 Jul 2006 (Forum)
  ive tested with a test lamp and theres no power at the rear lamp connector , no power at fuse number 8 which the manual states is the rear fog, but i have power at the multi plug for the switch would that indicate the switch is faulty? what order does it go??? i.e battery -switch-fuse-bulb or what??
• 98 pug 306 -Programming Remote Locking? 1 Jan 2006 (Forum)
  Hi just bought some new batteries for the remote central locking key. The red light illuminates on the key when the lock or unlock button is depressed but remote locking is working (works fine with key in door lock). Does the car need to re-learn the key?
• Ford Focus Remote Central Locking 31 Dec 2005 (Forum)
  Press the key fob and nothing happens, but the central locking still works and the indicators flash when I lock car with the key. I had the battery changed at local motor factor shop, but still no joy. Any ideas what it could be ? Do I have to go to the main dealer ? Is this going to be expensive ? :-(
• Daftest way to drain your fuel tank 1 Dec 2005 (Forum)
  The "Daftest way to drain your battery" reminded me of an old aquaintance of mine who went out for a meal, as he pulled up in the car park he saw someone he knew so he got out of the car to say hello, three hours later he went back to the car and it was still idling away quite happily!
• Kia Starter Motor Poorly 11 Sep 2005 (Forum)
  The car was driven the 15 miles from the Garage to my house, but now when I try to start it the starter motor will struggle to turn even once and then give up. I have tried re-charging the battery but that has no effect. Any ideas?
• Aircon - Zapping Power 17 Jun 2005 (Forum)
  Had the Belt changed and the aircon all tested and regassed last October so that side of things is fine. So is it time to get a new battery as it's 5 years old now.
• immobiliser problem - Alfa Romeo 146 10 Jun 2005 (Forum)
  All I have is the Red key and I have no codes or manuals If there is a way I can do it by remving the battery can someone please let me know. Your help will be appreciated
• Galaxy/Alhambra bonnet opening crisis 2 May 2005 (Forum)
  I have been babysitting a Seat Alhambra people carrier for 5 months (owners on long holiday). They are coming to collect it this pm but the battery is flat (surprise surprise) and I can't open the bonnet - the release won't work, and I don't want to break the cable by pulling too hard. Any idea how to release it from underneath? Any suggestions gratefully received.....