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• ford mondeo mk3,05, 2.0tdci 130bhp - drivers seat moving back and forward 18 Mar 2011 (Forum)
  when moving my seat to correct position before driving something is not right as the seat can move about an inch forward when braking and then move back an inch when accelerating away. been to ford and there quoting £450 for a new seat bracket as it is all one unit. can anyone help to what it could be or would it be better if a got a new seat bracket from breakers yard,would it fail mot.
• Nissan Micra K11 2001 - Broken drop link: 40 quid quote 16 Feb 2011 (Forum)
  Although 40 quid seemed a bit steep, I noticed that they had done a "mini MOT" on the vehicle and tested the alternator, battery, tyres etc. They noticed a defective rear brake light. They also noticed a broken drop link and quoted 39.95 to fix this. * Is this a good price? * Is it unsafe  to drive around with a broken drop link? * I suppose this was caused by a pot hole.
• Toyota Auris - Accelerator issues 14 Jan 2011 (Forum)
  At first it sounded like a sticking accelerator (popular Toyota issue!), but at the same time the brake pedal went solid and there was a strong 'clutchy' smell. All this happened very quickly and took him a bit by surprise. Does anyone have any experience of similar events or ideas/suggestions as to the problem.
• C180K - Mercedes Benz - Loud Humming Noise 23 Oct 2010 (Forum)
  It has 30000miles on the clock and the following items were replaced - oil change, fuel filter, spark plugs and brake fluid. The car came back with a loud humming/howling noise. The dealer is claiming that this noise is caused by a faulty fuel pump but I am aghast as this problem was not there before and it will cost well over 400 pounds to replace.
• Peugeot 406 HDI - warning light 20 Mar 2010 (Forum)
  I am happy to fix the bumper etc but it has STOP in big letters on the dash display. I am told this  could be because its low on brake fluid but my instinct tells me its more to do with the accident. Can somebody tell me what triggers this STOP message please ? (And hopefully how to cure it.) The airbags are intact. Thanks,  Mike
• Why do diesel cars need vacuum pumps? 11 Jan 2010 (Forum)
  As I understand it, a petrol engine develops a vacuum on the intake manifold when its running. This vacuum can be tapped and used for other purposes; for example, the braking system. (Have I got this correct? Feel free to correct me if not.) If thats right, why cant diesel engines do the same? I'm sure this will seem shockingly ignorant to many....
• Nissan Almera (2000 - 2006) - 03 1.5 Wheel Balancing 10 Dec 2009 (Forum)
  Should I take the car back to the garage that done the balancing or will there be an underlying problem? The car drive, brakes, corners etc all fine with no noises or clunks so I dont think there is any probs with my steering or suspension. Cheers Flatcap
• Ford C-MAX (2003 - 2010) - 04 1.8 Electric handbrake 13 Oct 2009 (Forum)
  My wife can't cope with the automatic handbrake on her C Max Ghia and has difficulty using it for hill starts She wants to change the car even though she loves everything except the handbrake. Does anybody know if I can change the brake to manual by disconnecting the electrics, fitting a "normal" handbrake lever and changing the centre console -hopefully from the dismantlers. It seems a better option than changing a very good car.
• Ford Focus II (2004 - 2007) - The best alloy wheel size 7 Aug 2009 (Forum)
  Is there a noticable difference in noise and comfort levels between the above wheel sizes for any given tyre ? Which tyres have you found to be worse or best for noise, comfort, wear, handling, braking in wet & dry ? Thanks.
• Mitsubishi Colt 5-door (2004 - ) - non-dealer servicing 1 Jul 2009 (Forum)
  Will a non-Mitsu garage know what needs doing? The dealer said this service was a 'big one' and IIRC mentioned that the brake fluid would be changed amongst other things - no idea whether that's normal or not. BTW more distant dealer wanted £322. Car is actually a CZ2 1.3 3dr, but that isn't listed in the Make/Model dropdown.
• Chrysler Voyager (1997 - 2001) - 1998 3.3l v6 auto - Cruise Control 24 Jun 2009 (Forum)
  Now "cruise" light comes on when button pressed then fades away after a few seconds, unable to set speed . Going to try replacing the brake switch but if that doesnt work any other suggestions.
• Ford Mondeo III (2000 - 2007) - 03 2.0 drivers side rear lights not working 6 Jun 2009 (Forum)
  hi i have a 53 plate mondeo hatchback and the drivers side rear lights arnt working the brake light works the fog light works and the reverse light and the indercater but not the 3 bulbs used to light the rear light up at night i swapped the circuit boards over from the passenger side to the drivers side and that dident work either so i dont know HEEEEEEEELLLLLLLLLLPPPPPPPP
• Vauxhall Combo van (2002 - ) - 03 1.7 Diesel - power loss going uphill 27 May 2009 (Forum)
  Drives fine and will go 70+mph but slows to about 60 when going uphill, you can sometimes physically feel it-as if the brakes have been dabbed then released again. As soon as the hill levels out it picks up speed like normal again. Any ideas? its a real pain. Cheers Dan
• BMW 3-Series E46 (1998 - 2005) - 03 3.0 Views on wheel spacers 20 May 2009 (Forum)
  I'm a bit concerned that doing so will increase the load on the bearings and also have an adverse effect on handling/braking etc. Any views/advice appreciated.
• Mazda MX5 (1998-2005) - 00 1.8 Rythmic rubbing sound at wheel speed 2 May 2009 (Forum)
  It is most noticable at about 40mph and becomes one continuous noise at about 60mph. I have stripped each brake down and there is nothing obvious there. I thought I had tracked it down to the Diff. but I have now fitted two 2`nd hand units and the noise persists. Has anyone had a similar experience or any ideas.
• Peugeot 306 (1993 - 2001) - 1999 1.9 total headlight failure 26 Jan 2009 (Forum)
  my son was about to head out last night with our peugeot 306 1900diesel meridian, the car started as normal but neither headlights, sidelights or rear lights worked, not even the headlight flasher worked. The indicators, work (same stalk) the brake and reversing lights work. The hazards work. I have checked the fuses, all ok, has anyone any idea where else to look? Could an earth fault cause this total failure? cheers hogshill
• Part Time Mechanics courses 26 Dec 2008 (Forum)
  Hi, Just wondering does anywhere in the UK (specifically the west midlands) do part time car mechanics courses? I'd like to learn fully how to fully maintain my car (Leon Cupra), including areas like the brakes and such, but looking around the local colleges, they only appear to have full time courses for kids who have just come out of school. Any tips or hints as to where to look? I'm getting a little fed up of relying on garages, as well as wanting to get my hands dirty.
• Ford Focus (1998 - 2004) - 99 1.6 Indicating Triggers Main Beam 2 Oct 2008 (Forum)
  Thanks for all your help with my brake disc query, now I have another query! My friend also owns a Ford Focus and everytime time he uses the indicator the main beam comes on which dazzles other drivers. He then has problems switching the main beam off having to click it repeatedly or indicate again to switch it off Any ideas what is causing this and the cost of a potential fix?
• BMW 3-Series E46 (1998 - 2005) - 2005 3.0 annoying squeak 1 Sep 2008 (Forum)
  it seems to happen when the car is doing about 20mls per hour but not at faster speeds i had the car serviced at a main bmw dealer and they had the wheels off and they could not see a problem (so i take it its not the brakes)
• Nissan Almera (2000 - 2006) - Pain dealer servicing 5 Jul 2008 (Forum)
  I had a "minor" service carried out on my car yesterday and they also replaced the rear brake pads ... cost £236 and they also stuck in a fuel additive £12.50 which to me is 2 bags of coal ... They didn't ask me if I had any running probs and Almera's are not known for injector fouling + I only had less than half a tank of juice to which to add the ad.