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• Cleaning a motorcycle engine.... 11 Apr 2018 (Forum)
  I frequently use a rag, but this takes a long time to do. 3. And finally, when brake pads are changed, does the brake fluid have to be automatically drained and changed? Many thanks in advance for any thoughts regarding the above.
• Range Rover - Toddler killed by runaway car 10 Aug 2017 (Forum)
  http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-4778190/Car-experts-investigate-Range-Rover-toddler-dies.html Strange case, it is reported that  'It appears that an unattended Range Rover has rolled off the driveway in Beechwood Drive. The vehicle was left insecure, with the automatic transmission in park with the handbrake fully applied. It gained momentum down the drive where it went across the road and mounted the footpath opposite and hit the wall' Is this in any way possible?
• Ford Focus Zetec 1.6 Auto 2003 - Back box pipe rusted through 18 Jul 2017 (Forum)
  The pipe on the Back Box on my Automatic Ford Focus has rusted through, there are many sellers on a popular auction site but some mention it is for a manual gearbox, it looks the same as mine which is an auto box. Anyone know if the rear box is different for the auto?
• Mondeo mk 3 - EGR Valve blanked - problems since 27 Jun 2017 (Forum)
  I've reset the ecu by disconnecting the battery for an hour but this hasn't changed anything only my bad for forgetting to set the automatic windows back up...ooops. Can anybody help?
• Renault 19 1.4 1993 - Renault 19 high biting point 16 Mar 2017 (Forum)
  Hello,  Now spring is coming i have taken my renault 19 out of hibernation, but after driving an automatic for the last wee while noticed the clutch biting point is high. I had a mechanic test the clutch to make it slip and it wont. Also the clutch was replaced not that long ago, car has only done 43,000, clutch at 34,000.
• Merc E200cdi Auto 2014 - Engine Shudder at idle 23 Jan 2017 (Forum)
  It also feels like the engine is kicking on an engine mount as you can feel the little jolt whilst sitting in the car. Seems fine when warm and car drives perfectly. I should also say this is an Automatic and this shudder happens when sitting at traffic lights in Drive (D). Appreciate any thoughts or things to check. Thanks Matt
• Subaru Forester - Subaru Used Car Values 14 Dec 2016 (Forum)
  Hi I am looking to buy a used (three year old approx) Subaru Forester XE Petrol Automatic in the next two months for my wife and I am already looking around.  I have found one in the Subaru Helensburgh (I live in Scotland) dealership advertised at £17,995.  When I key the details into various car valuation websites using the registration number, the value even at a dealership should be nearer £16,000- £16,250.
• FIAT 500C - Start stop check transmission 20 May 2016 (Forum)
  I have a fiat 500c automatic on a 60 plate a couple of weeks ago it come on my dashboard saying start stop disconnected check transmission took it to my mechanic and we thought he had sorted it but 2 weeks later it's started again it's driving fine no problem except for this as soon as I start to drive it beeps then start stop disconnected check transmission see handbook will come up and it could do that every few minutes any ideas what it can be thank you
• Toyota Corolla Verso 2005 - Oil Loss 21 Nov 2015 (Forum)
  [endif]--> I have a Quechan for you all can you help with this please. We have a Toyota Corolla Verrso 2005 automatic 1.8cc vvti t3 s-a petrol. 7 seater. It has 97k on the clock & runs very very well with no sign of oil leaks anywhere. No smoking, heating head gasket looks fine. No blue smoke. Me & the garage are at a loss.
• Private Number Plate transfer 3 Sep 2015 (Forum)
   I understand I first need to apply for a retention certificate from the DVLA at a cost of £80 which will allow me to retain my private plate. Will the DVLA automatically send a new registration document with a 2007 plate to enable me to sell my current car. 
• Honda Jazz/Fit (2001 - 2008) - 2005 auto - Shake in the car 23 Apr 2015 (Forum)
  I got a Honda Jazz model 2005 full automatic... {Really! Thanks for that. How about I put this info in the subject header seeing as you missed the 3 separate requests to do so} I have this problem that occured lately it happens while pressing the petrol padle there is this one time shake that happens often and sometimes it dissapears.. it is like as if I am pressing the petrol and at the same time the brake padle ..
• Any - Favourite car gadget? 21 Dec 2014 (Forum)
   With high level headlights on tailgating SUVs I am surprised this simple bit of kit is not included as standard.  What's yours?    And what would you invent?  I would invent automatic dimming of said lights when the onboard computer senses the car in front is less than 20feet away and the speed is less than 20mph. 
• Honda jazz, 2004 - Jazz slips when driving at 1.5 and 2.5 rpm 10 Oct 2013 (Forum)
   I have a 2004 Honda Jazz, It is an automatic and has 94000 miles. I have recently had problems with a little jump or slip occasionally. It only happens when the car is warmed up and when it is driving around 2 to 2.5 rpms, and usually around 20, 30 and 40 mph, never above 50mph.
• Hovercraft needed 2 Sep 2013 (Forum)
  Hi, Can anyone suggest anything sensible thats got a "proper" automatic gearbox has a reasonably high seating position, not too big, cheap, and can deal with potholes, raised junctions, sleeping police men, speed cushions etc. as I am really not enjoying driving anymore, my current little "tide us over" Hyundai Getz ( my Touran recently died die to a blown turbo followed by gearbox failure) is like me getting shaken to bits, and doesn't know which is the best gear to be in, i'm thinking of driving in a bubble wrap suit.
• DRLs 18 May 2013 (Forum)
  So for safety, if these lights are compulsory on new cars, then to prevent such forgetfulness or stupidity, any cars with DRLs MUST have automatic headlights fitted as standard. To stop drivers relying on the DRLs only. And fit DRLs on the rear as well.  
• Citroen Xsara Picasso - accelorator sticking 24 Jan 2013 (Forum)
  I own an Exclusive (automatic) 04. Yesterday the accelorator stuck at (racing) high revs 3 times; once with my grandson in the car. Thankfully I was going under 30 mph; put into neutral and turned off engine. Put on hazards and drove into kerb.
• 2002 Skoda Octavia 1.9 SDI - Central locking and electric window not working 22 May 2012 (Forum)
  Central locking useing key fob is not functioning "for past 12 months" recently when locking the vehicle with the key the windows automatically go up and down.. in order in operates is "Locking Vehicle windows go down" " Opening the Vehicle windows up".. anybody came across this problem before? or shead a bit of light on this would be greatfully accepted.
• Vauxhall Astra E - Very old Astra 7 Mar 2012 (Forum)
  [No idea if the letter is correct} Following a recent family bereavement, we have a 1995 Vauxhall Astra Merit Automatic with only 12000 miles on the clock. Is there any market at all for this, or is it simply a one-way trip to the scrap yard? This seems an awful waste, as the car is in reasonably good condition, though I realise the mileage is a bit on the low side!
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  Cold start trouble with a Volkswagen Beetle 30 Jan 2012 (Ask HJ)
  My Beetle 2.0 automatic is very difficult to start on cold mornings, engine cranks well enough, but reluctant to fire. When warm it starts and runs well....
• Peugeot 207 - Whodunnit Peugeot 207 competition 9 Mar 2011 (Forum)
  v=app_130435707025525 2) Click the, "like" button near the top of the page 3) Complete the, "Whodunnit" game. Do those steps and you'll be automatically entered in to win a brand new 207. (I heard about this from the TV ads, dunno if you've seen them after Corrie or Shameless or something). Anyway, good luck lads. Personally I think the criminals name begins with a 'c' but we'll see.