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• Citroen Berlingo Multispace - Power Steering Issue 8 Nov 2012 (Forum)
  I have seen other Berlingo owners posting about this issue but there seems to be no definitive answer, my local Citroen dealer has never heard of it. I have had a r/h drive shaft and the ram replaced. Thanks.
• Honda Jazz Hybrid - How should it work 7 Nov 2012 (Forum)
  I rarely see the battery driving the engine by itself, in particular if I brake the car gently in the garage the engine continues to use petrol.  If I brake the car with sufficient force then the "Auto Stop" kicks in and the engine stops until I take my foot off the brake, then it restarts but again using petrol !
• Pug406 HDi - stiff accelerator 26 Oct 2012 (Forum)
  The accelerator on my 406hdi is very stiff (firm is probably a better description)- I'm used to it, but everyone else (ie SWMBO)who drives it complains. I have tried jiggling with the adjuster and this seems to make it a little lighter for a short while but it is soon back to normal. Am I missing a trick? Should I have it replaced (it looks & feels OK from under the bonnet) or is this typical of HDi's?
• Help, what's the best used car for £4000 - £5500 12 Oct 2012 (Forum)
  Hi Everyone, I need help, I need a second hand car for between £4000 - £5500.  I am female & no absolutely nothing about cars, other than how to drive them. I would like something that is cheap to run, smallish, and reliable in the cold... needless to say my current car struggles on cold mornings, as do I !!! What would you recommend?
• astra g 1.7 cdti 05 reg 80bhp - astra wont start 10 Oct 2012 (Forum)
  strange one here folks,my astra wont start sometimes in the morning just keeps turning over but if i bump it its fine.you can turn it of and it starts on the button,anyway its been fine all week starting in the mornings,till today wouldn't start bumped it now runs fine engine is fine car runs very well just as normal,its driving me mad
• Citroen Xsara Picasso - rear windscreen wiper works of its own accord 8 Sep 2012 (Forum)
  The rear screen wiper on my car has a minsd of its own. when I open any door the rear screan wiper opperates. It also works at random times when driving. Often when I park up the wiper works bt stops after a few wipes. It still works on the switch.  I've also noticed that the rear elec windows don't work - coincidence?
• Ford mondeo tdci 130 2003 model - blue smoke and engine cut out 2 Sep 2012 (Forum)
  Hi can anyone help me when i start my car from cold it struggles to start and alot of blue smoke comes out, it struggles to rev up as well. After 5 minutes driving the smoke disappears and the car runs fine, but occasionally will cut out on me and i jump start the car when it does. Can anyone help?
• Ford Focus Estate - ford focus cutting out 9 Aug 2012 (Forum)
  Can anyone help please ,my ford focus cl 1.8 turbo diesel keeps cutting out, it seems to do this mostley going up hills or under load.When it does it, its only for a second which just makes it jerk.When it happens the ignition lights come on then go offf after a second.It seems to do it mostley once it warms up a bit.Any ideas would be greatley appreaciated as its driving me nuts.
• Mazda MX5 1.8L '51 Plate - Replacement tyres 19 Jul 2012 (Forum)
  My elderly Bridgestone tyres are poor (2-3)mm at the front but have 4mm tread at the rear. I am considering Yokohama, or similar brand replacements. I drive about 5,000 miles per year, mainly on A roads and am a gentle driver. I am prepared to trade mileage for cost but demand a good level of safety. Would my "Trading down" cause any significant problems.
• polo - CHIPPINGS !!!! 19 Jun 2012 (Forum)
  I think this must have been covered before BUT I am really annoyed ! Driving towards Westerham Kent today a couple of miles of fast B road had been tarred and chipped. Of course there were the 20 mph signs - really work for lorries,vans and company vehicles ! WHY don't they sweep the road afterwards and recover tons of chippings to re-use ?
• volkswagen transporter 1.9tdi 2005 - help please 23 May 2012 (Forum)
  hello. ive got a vw t5 1.9tdi and recently its been blowing cold air when stationery but as soon as i bring then revs up or drive it then the heater blows hot air as normal but if i slow down the air cools down and when i stop for traffic lights ect it blows cold again. ive flushed out the heater matrix and that was not blocked, iam thinking waterpump?
• BMW 5 Series E39 - White smoke coming through air vents 18 May 2012 (Forum)
  Hi have noticed this a few times but after longer journeys when stopped at lights white smoke comes through the air vents and a smell of burning. It disperses when I drive off. Could this be a valve cover gasket although I can see any oil leaks... Any ideas would be a great help. The engine is not over heating and I can't see any coolant leaks.
• Ford Fiesta Zetec 1.25 - Clutch slipping 11 May 2012 (Forum)
  Hello, i've just brought this car its got only 60000 miles on it and is in really good condition. The problem with it is that when im driving it and put my foot down to overtake the car revs straight to around 4000 revsbut doesnt gain speed. Could this be a problem with the clutch, like for example is it just worn or does it require adjustment ?
• Ford Focus 1.6lx Estate - Would the mileage put you off 19 Feb 2012 (Forum)
  ONly concern I have is the mileage at just over 130k but it does have full service history (with approved ford dealer) would this put you off as it ticks all boxes and drives lovely? Thanks for any advise
• ford mondeo 1.8 mk1 petrol - Heating issues 13 Feb 2012 (Forum)
  Hi my Mondeo stays cold on the gauge unless I'm sat stationary then it will creep up to the bottom of "normal" zone, as soon as I drive off it will shoot back down. It doesn't produce any hot air the air that does come out is slightly warm not enough to defrost the screen without scrapping it and not what it used to be like.   Reading some forums people say possibly thermostat does that sound right?
• FIAT Grande Punto - Brakes self - applying during a journey 27 Jan 2012 (Forum)
  For no apparent reason my Grande Punto (1.9 turbo deisal) applies the brakes and stops during journeys. If I turn off the engine and wait 5 or 10 min you can then drive again. Have changed the brake hoses, the Calipers and had it checked on a number of occasions by Fiat and Halfords. No one can find the problem. It is quite an issue as they come on very quickly!  Anyone had the problem or can suggest a solution?
• Cautionary Ebay Sale Warning - PayPal 20 Jan 2012 (Forum)
  It was listed stating it was to be trailered away and not driven. The buyer paid by PayPal and insisted on driving the vehicle home. Needless to say the vehicle apparently broke down on the way home. The buyer claimed a refund from PayPal. PayPal paid up. The vendor told ebay the advert clearly stated the vehicle should be trailered home.
• Citroen C5 2.0 litre Automatic 2004 Model - Dipstick Plastic Surround Shattered 28 Dec 2011 (Forum)
  Is there a cage or something at the bottom of this Pipe that will prevent that bit of plastic from entering the Sump? If it does enter the sump can it cause any damage? Would I still be able to drive the car to a Dealer to have the Oil drained without damage occurring?  
• Toyota Yaris - replacement clutch under warranty? 22 Dec 2011 (Forum)
  I am now at 18000 miles and about 9 monhts later and the dealer informs me i need a new clutch at £950 which will not be under warranty (toyota have also refused to contribute) apparently it is due to my driving style/wear and tear any input? 
• Nissan Primera III - Sudden power loss 16 Dec 2011 (Forum)
  Hi all, I just wanted to report a fix for the sudden loss of power problem, you know the thing, your driving along and suddenly the car losses power it still works but it's almost as if the car has gone into a "limp home" mode, switching the engine on and off "solves" the problem, for a time anyway, Nissan wanted £1,200!