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• ford focus 1.6 zetec - ford focus misfiring at 2000 revs 27 Feb 2011 (Forum)
  hi  ihave a ford focus which is misfiring at about 2000 revs so far i have changed the coil pack, spark plugs, and ht leads but the problem is still there does any one have any ideas what this could be thanks.
• Ford Fiesta Saloon - Fiesta clutch 25 Oct 2010 (Forum)
  It’s not slipping but when setting off and particularly in reverse it doesn’t seem to disengage fully leading to a bit of grinding in the gears. Fluid level is OK and I can’t see any sign of a leak. Is there any adjustment? Any ideas?  
• Volkswagen Passat (2001 - 2005) - 01 1.9 which obd2 cable should i buy 4 Dec 2009 (Forum)
  hello can anyone lead me in the right direction of which obd2 data cable to buy. looking at spending about £10 seen some on ebay, however they say not compatable with some cars. cheers
• Who keeps a car in their garage? 18 Mar 2009 (Forum)
  There is a famous house in Devizes where the builders realised that the drive was too steep to get a car into the garage - so they built a flight of steps leading up to it, on the basis that nobody wants a garage for a car these days.
• Hyundai i30 (2007 - ) - Pad/Disc Contact 24 Jan 2009 (Forum)
  I notice that, when setting off in my Hyundai i30 after a day or two without use, and before braking, there is a rubbing noise. This intensifies on braking but then, after an application or two, disappears. This leads me to believe that the pads are in constant light contact with the discs. Is this normal?
• Mercedes Benz 190E 2.6 W201 (1986 - 1993) - 1989 2.6 wont start 9 Jul 2008 (Forum)
  my 1989 190e 2.6 auto refuses to start its trying to fire but coughs and splutters ive replaced distributor cap/ rotor arm/ plug leads but still same problem any help would br gratefull
• M25 Chertsey in the morning 30 Jun 2006 (Forum)
  Does anyone do this stretch of M25 at about 8.30am? I need to get to the A3, but I'm sick and tired of that nasty little single carriage way road leading up to it from Byfleet. I'm wondering if filtering up the M25 through the traffic (On bike) would be quicker than illegally filtering up the other road (double white lines).
• Seeking Skoda Fabia Catalytic Converter 18 Jun 2006 (Forum)
  Hi all! Can anyone please lead me in the right direction for good deals on a new catalytic converter for a Skoda Fabia 1.4 16v (02 reg)? Our local Skoda dealer has quoted a whopping £690 for a 'supply and fit'. Sounds more than a little steep to me!!!
• Renault Clio 1.4RT Starting Problems 3 Feb 2005 (Forum)
  Recently my mums car broke down and I have been trying to get it back running for her. The car is turning over but just won't start. I have replaced the alternator, plugs, leads, and distributor arm/cap. I'm all out of ideas. I hope someone can help. JB
• 95 N Escort,poor starting 2 Dec 2004 (Forum)
  Sometimes it's fine,sometimes it won't play,although when it does and after,say,500 yards,it's ok. The plugs and leads have just been changed,but still the problem persists. Any ideas? Ken.
• '97 Polo - falling apart 9 Jun 2004 (Forum)
  A piece of coiled piping leading into/from the engine of my 1997 VW Polo fell off this morning. It led to a narrow black plastic vent at the left side of the engine. I know this is probably very basic but does anyone know what it is and also is the car safe to drive home to a mechanic?
• Focus First Service 18 Jan 2004 (Forum)
  They said there isn't a drain plug, and that modern cars these days don't need that e.t.c Am I being lead astray here, or are they right? Anything else I should ask them to do/change that isn't standard? Thanks
• Ford radio wiring loom 15 Aug 2003 (Forum)
  The speaker connectors are not in their usual obvious block. This time, its a circular plug with 6 (or 7) pins. Can you tell me what the various coloured leads are? cheers ears "...oh my.."
• Pug 306 10 Mar 2003 (Forum)
  In his car by car breakdown HJ say of the above: "1.8 8-valve XU petrol is the worst engine and many were fitted with the wrong ECU chip leading to failed emissions tests. Autobox not recommended." Does anybody know why the autobox meets with his disfavour? Academic interest only, I would never buy one as me feets too big.
• imobiliser + bump starts 19 Mar 2002 (Forum)
  I got accosted by a Greek man with a Rover 400 with a flat battery last night. He asked me for Jump leads which I didn't have but I tried giving him a tow. Car turned over OK but wouldn't start. We decided it was the immobilser that was preventing it starting. Is it possible to bump start a car with an immobiliser, if so how?
• Mazda - Particulate filters and EGRs 11 Sep 2023 (Forum)
  Mazda diesels are infamous for problems with the diesel emissions systems leading to on some occasions huge repair costs. Even Toyota have had problems with their Yaris diesels so what chance does any other manufacturer stand? But I imagine late Mazda petrols and other makes will be fitted with a petrol particulate filter and issues will soon be surfacing  or already have?
• Music - does the car influence your choice 9 Jul 2013 (Forum)
  I'm listening to a lot less rock and a lot more chilled ambient music. I suspect a Skoda might lead to jazz or a Merc (but not AMG) to classics. Any thoughts?     
• 2003 Mercedes 320E - Malfunction at consumer unit 4 Apr 2012 (Forum)
  Both batteries, engine and boot, have been replaced but this error still shows up randomly. In frosty weather when this error shows up the car wont start without jump leads. All other times it drives as normal any ideas?
• MP banned - Drunk Driver 2 Dec 2010 (Forum)
  Refused Breath Test Kept in overnight @ local nick Court today £400 fine, banned 12 months Now more of that type of rapid justice for all offences might lead to a better UK. What do you think?   Full Story   http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-11798863
• Ford KA, KA2, KA3 (1996 - 2008) - 99 1.3 misfire 28 Jul 2009 (Forum)
  hello car misfiring on 2nd cylinder (intermitent) suspect coil pack How much is a coil pack and leads from ford or buy one from ebay ? Any other faults which may cause misfire ? Hard or easy to fit new one ? thankyou