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• Ford Focus Mk 2 - ESP light on dash 9 Feb 2020 (Forum)
  Hi,I had a problem with my Focus mk2 1.6l 2010,I started it and the ESP (skidding car) light came on with "reduced acceleration" on the display.So I limped home fearing the worst,I restarted engine and all was back to normal,no lights and normal acceleration.This was 3 days ago.Today I put a OBD2 tester on it and it showed no fault codes or pending codes.One thing I have noticed recently is when I reverse down my sloping cul de sac street,when I brake there is a bit of a grinding noise from the rear wheel (not sure which one yet) but braking in forward makes no noise,I will check the shoes asap but do you think this could be the cause of theESP light coming on?
• Audi A6 2005 - New Duel mass and clutch kit fitted making noises 28 May 2019 (Forum)
  I have put a new clutch in my Audi A6 while I was on I did the Duel mass flywheel and the clutch slave cylinder replaced the brake fluid (as it shares a tank with the clutch slave cylinder) and blead the brakes and the new slave cylinder. When the car runs at idol it sounds like a squeeky/ grinding mettle on mettle noise when dipping the clutch and putting it in gear the noise remains but gears do select and wheels turn.
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  Where can I buy parts for a 1940s Morris? 7 May 2019 (Ask HJ)
  I have found a Morris 8 Series E 1946 that has been locked away in a garage for 20+ years. Where can I buy parts i.e brake cables, fuel pump and a new...
• Lexus CT 200h - Auto Gearbox Best Practice 10 Dec 2018 (Forum)
  ***If I do put the handbrake on when parked, is there a best practice sequence to this? Eg, brake to a halt, apply handbrake, select ‘P’ or some other sequence of doing this? ***Is there a best practice driving off sequence after parking up? Thanks all for your info!
• Citroen C3 - Fix or sell 25 May 2018 (Forum)
  There's  an issue with excessive travel on the handbrake too which I think is linked to an emergency rear brake replacement at Kwikfit over xmas last year. It's an 08 plate with 112,000 miles on the clock but currently feels fine to drive although I realise that not all problems show.... is this a fair quote?
• Chrysler PT cruiser - AM I mad? 12 May 2018 (Forum)
  About £300 +vat for calipers, discs and brake pads, and will give it an oil change and fresh MOT.   Service history complete with tons of bills, EVERYTHINg that was needed was done.   will pass along to other friend if he wants it...
• Any - No MOT For Cars Over 40 years Old? 17 Nov 2017 (Forum)
  I'm concerned about all classic, vintage and veteran cars coming on to the road without any kind of compulsory  safety inspection. I realise that modern emissions criteria and brake efficiency tests can't be applied to older vehicles. A major question is what construction and usage regs will apply? I recall older cars having no or one brake lights from new and  only one headlight opeating on dip.
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  How much does it cost to repair an ESP module? 23 Jan 2017 (Ask HJ)
  I've got an ESP light on the dashboard of my 2007 Volkswagen Golf TDI. Where can I get this repaired and what will it cost?
• 2009 Seat Ibiza - Caliper Pins loose and turning but not coming out 15 Sep 2015 (Forum)
   I've tried getting a screwdriver in through the brake caliper and pushing on the end of the screw but I can't get enough force. Not a big fan of this caliper pin design!!! I don't know if the thread on the pin is stripped.  What can I do to get the pins out?
• Renault Megane Dynamique 2007 mk2 - Renault Megane 1.6 2007 starter problem 9 Mar 2015 (Forum)
  Recently we have had issues when starting the car. It has a push button start key.  When we press brake & start the engine appears to whirr for about 10-15 seconds. This would happen 2-3 times before the engine actually successfully starts up. Sometimes when the engine whirrs, a message saying braking fault would appear on the dashboard; and the ABS light will light up also.
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  Does the Renault Scenic have any common faults? 17 Feb 2015 (Ask HJ)
  I am thinking of buying a 2007 Renault Megane Scenic 1.5 DCI. Is there anything I should watch out for on this model?
• Ford Zetec. Petrol. 1.4. 2004 year model. - Rubbing noise at low speed from engine. 21 Apr 2014 (Forum)
    The car has recently passed its MOT and had the clutch replaced at Ford Service centre outside Nottingham. I do not think it is the brakes as car brakes quite normally and does show any odd characteristics when driving. Low rubbing noise is intermittent usually when you take foot of accerallator pedal. Not when acellarator pedal is depressed or going at speed at all.
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  Best wheels and tyres for BMw 535d? 16 Mar 2014 (Ask HJ)
  What are the right rim size and wheels to buy for my BMW 535d E60 for summer? I want to improve the ride and comfort.
• Ford Focus CC diesel - £942 for a service and work - pants pulled down? 7 Oct 2013 (Forum)
  Took my 6 year old Focus CC turbo diesel (38000 miles) in for a service today.  I knew the brakes needed looking at (advisory on my last service) and I requested an air-con check. Service = £195, air-con check = £30. So I'd braced myself for a bill of at least £225.
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  Keeping my Jeep healthy 27 Mar 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I have just bought a 1997 Jeep Cherokee, 88,000 miles, fsh, etc. My first task will be to take it to my trusted mechanic for a thorough service. In addition...
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  XJ won't change out of park 20 Aug 2012 (Ask HJ)
  The gear shift is stuck in park on my Jaguar XJ and won't release to find any other gears. An audible tone rings out when I try to engage another position....
• Grand Scenic 1.6 VVT Dynamique (2005) - Grand Scenic servicing suggestions? 3 Aug 2012 (Forum)
  Just bought a Grand Scenic (2005) with 40k miles (true mileage) on the clock. Had timing belt replaced and serviced about a year ago. Brakes screech and I can hear a squeaking sound when driving along without brakes applied. I want to get the car serviced (serviced about a year ago) and do the minimum recommendations to ensure the car's given a good going over.
• KIA Ceed Estate - 3 month warranty on used car through a dealer 5 Jul 2012 (Forum)
  I thought it might have a few problems, clutch engages very quickly, white smoke from exhaust on cold start, slightly crunchy brakes, so I took it into my local KIA dealer to get them checked out. They tell me that it needs a new clutch, new front and rear brake pads and new fuel filter, about £1000 to repair all. I've called the dealer I bought it from trying to state my statutory rights but he says that these are wearable items and as they worked when I drove away then he can't help me!
• Vauxhall Vectra B - Vectra 2.0 DTi 2001 ABS fault 23 May 2012 (Forum)
  I've checked the activator rings and they look OK,but quite rusty. Vacuum fault ? No noise from under the bonnet,brake fluid normal Runs fine,turbo kicks in fine.If I brake hard over a manhole cover in the wet the ABS works fine ! - I'm stuck now. Anyone got any ideas please ? Thanks. __________________
• Any Make - Self Drive Cars 15 May 2012 (Forum)
  These are all, I assume, new models straight off the production line, so how would this "Concept" work with a mixture of makes of cars including old models, are they fitted with standard brakes, or is there an electrical induction system installed that won't wear out. The braking is only one question, there are probably many more. According to Saturday's Telegraph Motoring section they could be here and on the road between 3 & 10 years.