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• VW Golf 1.6 tdi - Cold radiator hoses and overheating?????????? 5 Jun 2018 (Forum)
  My radiator hoses are cold after driving and fans run on as the car overheats No fault codes. No warning lights Diagnostics measuring matches the temp guage overhating (120 degress) But driving wasy around town this never goes ove the 90 marks Coolant temp sensor, thermostat, water pump an secondary water pump all replaced at separate times and the bled air out properly each time.
• Ford focus titanium x 2ltr 2012 reg. - testing for parasitic drain 28 May 2018 (Forum)
  All they say is it may be time to have the car to a Ford Dealership to see if they can find something. Having been online it seems as though Dealerships can run out of ideas as well. Tried spending my way out of the problem, no luck so far.
• Usable hatchback with large boot for under £500 !! 20 May 2018 (Forum)
  I keep having to pay van insurance which is double the cost of a cars insurance even though I am 50 ..all the comparisson sites must treat vans as business type vehicles Is there any classic car that would have a big boot that I could run for 1000 miles year which just general maintenance and cost under £500.. not worried about the fuel costs thanks
• Ford C-MAX (2003 - 2010) - 04 1.6 TDCI Best way to prime diesel 25 Mar 2018 (Forum)
  I have filled the filter to the brim and then cracked injectors again, but nothing. Tried a squirt of starting spray, it runs while the spray lasts then stops. Am I right in thinking that these are not self priming? Will I have to fit a bulb primer in the return line and suck it through? Useful suggestion gratefully recieved.
• Honest John's Motoring Agony Column 27-01-2018 Part 1 30 Jan 2018 (Forum)
  It is far more likely that the majority of diesel getting past the rings occurs while the engine is running,under pressure, thousands of times per minute , for 10-20 minutes. Obviously diesel may fall into the sump whether or not the engine is turned on, but bear in mind that a diesel stops because fuel stops being injected, so turning it off during a cycle will be trivial in comparison.
• Ford fiesta zetec s 58 plate - Advice on either maintaining my car or get new car 17 Jan 2018 (Forum)
  I dont know much about cars but i just want to know what might come meaning the high mileage and what the expense of keeping running might be.
• astra 1.4 - vauxhall astra j help 3 Jan 2018 (Forum)
  hi all can someone help,i have a 2013 astra j 1.4..recently when driving as im putting my foot down on the accelerator the car is jugging,ive had the car 6 months from a reputable dealer but only got 6 months warrenty which has now expired. the car runs great apart from a bit of jugging when i accelerate,i thought it could be the coilpack or the spark plugs,bearing in mind it was serviced before i got it. the car has just over 32000 miles on the clock. the engine management light is not on.does anyone have any ideas. does this model have a egr valve that could be full of crap..anyway any ideas welcome. thanks.
• Chevrolet Lacetti Station Wagon auto - Poor mpg 13 Dec 2017 (Forum)
  The car has been checked, no fault codes, went to a specialist locally who is put it into a full diagnostic mode and nothing came up as being out of sync or not working. Took the plugs out and they are very black and sooty, clearly car is running rich.    Does anyone know what would be casuing this, everyone seems to be stumped around here.    Car is really good other wise and has been well serviced,    Any help much appreciated,   
• MGB GT - Tyres 28 Nov 2017 (Forum)
  I have just returned from a run in the MG when I experienced juddering from the front suspension/Steering. On inspection I found the front nearside tyre had started to laminate and expose the wire casing underneath. My local tyre specialists explained that my 'made in England' Dunlop tyres were probably 20 years old.
• Peugeot 207 1.4 petrol - low oil pressure 16 Nov 2017 (Forum)
  Low oil pressure warning on start with an engine STOP warning, much clattering of the top end but it's not my car and went to view it with a view to purchase and fix. the owner who knows nothing about cars said the noise goes away after about 15 minutes running. I don't know why the warning was ignored. Is it possible to drop the sump with the engine in the car. is there a tensioner on the pump chain, opinions if possible that the low pressure is causing hydraulic valve lifters to take a while to pressurize?
• Sourcing & Finance Broker - Q&A 12 Aug 2017 (Forum)
  Thought I would give you all the opportunity to ask any questions you have of a Finance and Sourcing Broker (me) who runs a proper FCA regulated company (my company) and knows how things 'should' be done. I know this has a chance of becoming a broker bashing thread, but I am thick skinned and so long as you keep it civil I'm happy to participate.
• Renault Symbol 1.6 L - Renault Symbol 1.6 not cranking when hot 15 Jul 2017 (Forum)
  Repairs done so far: - Replaced battery - Replaced starter and cabling - Installed heat protection on starter - Swapped around relays in the engine bay Suspect: Some sensor inhibiting cranking? Even if hot and will no start, the fan seems not to be running either, until once today, but did not repeat. Instrument cluster temp gauge seems to work just fine All help appreciated. -Marko
• Hyundai i20 62 reg. - Defect not fixed during warranty period 1 Jul 2017 (Forum)
  All this has occurred during the warranty period and the Hyundai dealer has failed to find/fix the fault on three occasions. The problem happened again yesterday although the car kept running. My question is if the dealer fails to fix within the warranty period and the fault persists are they legally obliged to fix it after the warranty expires. I assume they are but has anyone any info. or advice please?
• Any Make - Small Four Door Car Recommendations 22 May 2017 (Forum)
  The lady is recently retired and looks after her 2 year old grandson three days a week. She currently runs an old shape Ka but finds reaching into the back to do up (and undo) the child seatbelts difficult as she has a back problem. So, she is after a small four door car with reasonable luggage space. Her budget is £5000 - £6000 and reliability is paramount.
• Regular high mileage motorway recommendations 22 Mar 2017 (Forum)
  I'm therefore looking for some recommendations on cars to look at. Main requirements: Economical (high MPG, low tax/insurance, low running costs basically)  Reliable. Comfortable. Cruise Control. Budget of up to around £8K Not too worried about engine size, car size, badge, fuel type, although am guessing mid size, hatchback/saloon, diesel are prob best trade off on the above requirements.
• Kia Rio 2005-11 - Rio 05-11 - 1.4 petrol or 1.5 diesel 1 Mar 2017 (Forum)
  Looking for a cheap robust car to run for next 4 or so years. This era of rio seems a good bet. We previously had a very reliable picanto but a step up in power and size would be nice.  Very simple question, our annual mileage will be circa 15k possibly more would you take the diesel (bearing in mind it will be around 8 years old with probably 60 to 70k on the clock) or play it safe with the thirstier but less prone to major issues petrol?
• Recommendations on Estate for £3000 . 28 Feb 2017 (Forum)
  Looking to spend up to £3000( less if possible)  on a mid size estate or a big hatchback . I do around 17k a year with a mix of motorway long runs  and town driving. I have been looking at Octavias - Honda Civics - Volvo V50 , Reliabilty and MPG are more important than gizmos or speeds but heard some horror stories with newer diesels .
• Mazda 6 Estate - Mazda 6 DPF light Flashing 21 Feb 2017 (Forum)
  Hi I have a mazda 6 diesel estate 2.0 and the other week the DPF light started flashing. drove it down the motorway as it says to burn off the diesel soot, still flashing. put some diesel partical filter cleaner in with diesel took it for a run, still flashing. took car to my local garage he changed oil, filter and fuel filter and plugged into computer not showing anything wrong. Drove to reading from leeds over 250 miles down the M1 no problems at all and drove back again no problems  It doesnt go into limp mode or anything so wondering whether its just a sensor.
• Replace my astra van with cheap car under £500 3 Feb 2017 (Forum)
  I keep having to pay van insurance which is double the cost of a cars insurance even though I am 50 ..all the comparisson sites must treat vans as business type vehicles Is there any hatchback or maybe small estate that would have a big boot that I could run for 1000 miles year which just general maintenance and cost under £500.. not worried about the fuel costs thanks
• Ford Fiesta - Buy a Ford Direct car without seeing it? 29 Jan 2017 (Forum)
  Hi, have been looking for a new car and think I've settled on a fiesta ecoboost mainly for the cheap running costs and decent power. Planning on buying through the ford direct scheme as the warranty is appealing, but have noticed a lot of the best prices are nowhere near me. Would I be mad to buy the car based on the word of the dealer and have it delivered to me?