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• Mondeo TD Ignition light 20 May 2003 (Forum)
  My ignition light has just started coming on while the engine is running, it goes off whren the revs rise up but stays on on tickover. the rev counter also shows that the car is only ticking over on 250 rpm, normally 850-900 rpm, but the engine sound has not changed. Does the car have some sort of voltage regulator?
• Renault diesel-unfeasibly high emissions 14 May 2003 (Forum)
  My 1996 60,000 mile Laguna diesel failed it's MOT emissions test - which at 60k miles it shouldn't do I reckon. Maybe my daily 5 mile trips are to blame in that the engine never really warms up or gets a fast run? Can anyone suggest the the cheapest way of fixing this - a mate reckons I need to change the injectors...?
• BMW Tyre Wear 9 May 2003 (Forum)
  A friend runs a G reg. bmw 735i SE (150,000 miles & picked up for next to nothing) He has recently noticed a bald patch appearing in just one area on the outside edge of the front offside tyre. The tracking is fine & no wheel imbalance can be felt through the steering wheel.
• Any fellow classic car fans out there? 7 May 2003 (Forum)
  Obviously, as a self-confessed fan of classics (and I do count the Marina amongst them), I'm just wondering how many of the people in the BR would like to run a classic. And if they actually managed it, what classic would it be? Cheers guys and gals Rob
• vw golf flywheel 4 May 2003 (Forum)
  I have a VW Golf Mk 4 TDI at 34600 miles the mass flywheel was replaced due to poor running. Now at 57000 miles this has failed.VW do not wish to know about it as I am out of Extended warrantee. It also has damaged the clutch lever and I am told by VW that this may take weeks to obtain the part no is 02J141719b does anybody have info on this problem.
• Saxo cambelt-advice please. 23 Apr 2003 (Forum)
  I have a 1998 1.4 saxo which has only done 33K miles to date. Mostly short runs 4-5 miles each journey. Citroen advise change the cambelt at 72K service and they do not give a time limit. What should I do? As the car is coming up to 5 years old I feel inclined to get the belt changed but is this necessary?
• Effects of alloy wheels 14 Apr 2003 (Forum)
  I now have a 98 s rover 214, running on 14in steel rims. I would like to know the following: What is the max size alloy wheels i could fit with out altering the arches? How will it effect the speedo, will it say im going faster than i actually am or slower?
• Sludge 24 Mar 2003 (Forum)
  With just the pottering type mileage she does it is to be expected - but should I be concerned about it? Is there an easy way to get rid of it, such as me using the car for my long journey runs or should I use an engine flush or...... Be pleased to hear suggestions/observations
• Small secondhand automatic? 6 Feb 2003 (Forum)
  Have spotted a few 1990-92 Renault Clio autos within price band, but the guides warn against old Renault autos for poor reliability. Most important factor is reliability. I'd be interested in hearing from anyone who runs a Micra or Punto CVT auto. Thanks in anticipation.
• HT leads 21 Jan 2003 (Forum)
  Had the Mondeo (1999, 50k miles) serviced on Saturday and mentioned to the man at the garage that starting on wet, cold mornings has been a bit hesitant. He changed the leads and it's different altogether. Runs smoother and picks up better as well. They were obviously well due for a change, so why aren't they scheduled for, say, 40k miles or 3 years? Any thoughts? Andy
• saab cutting out 2 Jan 2003 (Forum)
  Engine will restart (management light still on) but when throttle opened dies away. Leave for approx 10 mins then will restart ok and management light goes out and vehicle then runs fine until next time. Any ideas gents? All help appreciated. Peter Leech
• toyota celica 26 Nov 2002 (Forum)
  my goals were relibility looks good (sporty) good performance probably german or japanese not to pricey insurance or to run for about £10,000 hence toyota celica (new model) maybe 2 years old with about 30k on clock so i've read all the reviews, but has anyone owned one, if so what are your views?
• Anti-freeze 31 Oct 2002 (Forum)
  Just tried to scape the ice off my car windscreen.......hopeless then got my old halfords spray that your just spray on it "melts" the ice away, brilliant but its run out. Me being tight was wondering if just some anti freeze (coolant) with water would have the same affect., and put that in the spray dispenser. Don't want to mess about will boiling hot water from a kettle either before someone suggests it.
• Seat Leon 24 Oct 2002 (Forum)
  Having run a Leon for 12 months and seen many a positive comment about them on this website, why is it any Leon apart from the Cupra is virtually invisible in most car mag comparisons and tests? In lease car terms, the Leon ends up way ahead of the Golf and A3 and yet trying to find a review of models other than Cupra and Cupra R is left to trawling through the darkest reaches of the web.
• C Reg Carlton 1.8 loses power under load 7 Aug 2002 (Forum)
  Hi all, A friend has an old Vauxhall Carlton 1.8 and when under load (eg going up a hill) the engine just starts to die. If he lets off the accellorator the engine picks back up and runs ok again. Any Ideas? I was thinking maybe carburettor or timing? Regards Graham
• Galaxy Cambelt Change 17 Jul 2002 (Forum)
  If that is the case then should his Ford dealership have agreed to book it in for a change when there are no rattles and the car is running well? Thanks, Paul.
• Trade Car Concerns 1 Jul 2002 (Forum)
  The cars generally have the advantage of being one owner and well maintained, but my concern is the inevitable lack of care for cars not your own. How relevant are acknowledgment of running in periods and general abuse in terms of long term reliability in modern cars. All comments very much appreciated! Cheers
• Is it possible? 4 Apr 2002 (Forum)
  ...to buy and run a reliable car for less than £100 a month? This to include depreciating the purchase price over 12 months and one tank of petrol a month. (obviously talking old banger for occasional 2nd car use here) Two 30-something drivers, both max no claims, car garaged overnight, good area, no DIY servicing....
• Not motors! 1 Apr 2002 (Forum)
  I want 2 lines in and 8 extensions, nothing fancy and I dont want to spend 100s on it. I know many of you run your own small businessess and you may be able to point me in a direction. Thanks in advance, Bill Doodson
• BMW 320Ci Tyres 12 Mar 2002 (Forum)
  Has anybody got any first hand experience of the most suitable tyres for the above. I have been running on Goodyear Eagle NCT 5`s(205 50 17W), but have been most unhappy with the handling- above 90 m.p.h. the steering becomes very light, vague and lacking grip, which has spoilt my enjoyment of the vehicle.