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• New split ring for Polo airbag 9 Jan 2007 (Forum)
  I recently took my Polo (1999 1.4 automatic) to a local VW specialist as the airbag warning light had come on permanently. After hooking it up to the diagnostic computer they've told me that the split ring that goes around the steering column has sheared (do they mean slip ring?)
• HGV axle raising 3 Dec 2006 (Forum)
  Many HGVs have 1 or more axles that they can raise, presumably to save tyre wear when running empty. Do these lower automatically when the vehicle is loaded or is it up to the driver to do it manually? I 've seen some flatbeds loaded with goods, for example steel, with an axle still raised. Are the operators saving money improperly, as this will increase the axle loading which is what does the damage to the roads, or does the system keep the vehicle within its axle limits?
• Rear Leg Room 31 Aug 2006 (Forum)
  However, I have one son over six feet tall and another one catching him up and they are starting to want more leg room than the car provides, especially since my husband and I are tall too. I was wondering if anyone could recommend a car with a good automatic gearbox that is also very safe and has good rear leg room. Thanks for any help!
• MB servicing con? 29 Apr 2006 (Forum)
  when I phoned to book the car for her first service, for the money and becuase the car is under warranty, i automatically assumed it would be Mobil1 and nothing less. Anyone help?
• road tax query 6 Nov 2005 (Forum)
  on the 31st of oct I found a reminder to tax a car for 1st oct,oops been running a month without tax disc,however I managed to tax it online at 11.30pm having used the 14 days grace and a bit more taxing it from the 1st oct.does the automatic fine come in to force on the first day of the next month ,in this case november and would the fact that no new style log book/reg document has been issued for this motor have any bearing on this?
• clio brakes 25 Oct 2005 (Forum)
  My wife has a 94 clio 1.4 automatic,and every time the car is driven from being stood,there seems to be a lot of travel on the brake pedal & very little braking effect.Once the brakes are pumped several times they feel fine & work well.I have had the brakes bled & pads & shoes are fine,iam wondering could the problem lie in the servo or mastercylinder,i have noticed a hissing sound coming from the brake pedal when applied, before the pedal is pumped up.
• Buying a BMW 530d Auto 30 Jun 2005 (Forum)
  I am looking to buy a high mileage automatic 530d (120k miles). It has a very comprehensive all BMW history and I notice from the file that the car was suffering from a loss of power at the end of last year and the main dealer replaced the EGR Valve Could anyone enlighten me to what this part is and whether it is common to have it replaced?
• Leaking VW Polo 9 Jun 2005 (Forum)
  It has just 2 doors and the hatch. There is no sunroof, and for what it's worth (you never know) it's a 1.4 petrol automatic with aircon. What might cause this? Any other leaky Polo experiences out there? Thanks in advance
• Vx Omega Power loss 14 May 2005 (Forum)
  When i accelerate hard the engine cuts out (down) and will not run clean unless i back off. Its ok normal driving up to 3/4 acceleration. The display reads "automatic gearbox". Ive done a blink test and number 19 comes up (incorrect RPM signal) but i think thats just a basic fault finding result. Can anyone help.
• Terrano diesel lumpy tickover 21 Mar 2005 (Forum)
  On a 1999 Terrano 2.7tdi automatic the tickover is erratic sometimes and at other times displays a "hysteresis" pattern (thrum thrum thrum like an old commercial diesel). however normal running is OK and fuel economy as normal. Car is regularly serviced so filters should not be clogged.
• Toyota Prius II 6 Oct 2004 (Forum)
  I have just read HJ's report on the Prius II. Long term I want to move back to running an automatic but economical car to help cope with my drive to work (32 miles each way, 16 of them in heavyish traffic). Would a used Prius be a good long term car (10 years+) or would you end up scrapping it when some of the technology fails?
• '95 BMW Convertible Roof Repairs 12 May 2004 (Forum)
  I need to find a specialist to tighten/repair the automatic convertible roof of my beloved BMW 318i. The roof jams/gets stuck when it's folding back. It appears the tensioners need tightening. Anyone have recommendations for a specialist in London? I've gone to BMW, but they're quoting £300 for the repair kit but this is mostly labour...but they won't guarantee it'll solve the problem.
• Omega rear suspension 11 Apr 2004 (Forum)
  W-reg 2.5 Elite automatic. The rear-end has risen, of its own accord, about as far as it can go. Both rear wheel arches are completely visible. I took it to my local dealer today (first noticed it yesterday)and they've never seen it before.
• Slush boxes and caravans 15 Dec 2003 (Forum)
  My uncle is a keen caravanner but is getting on a bit and fancies an automatic. There is a Nissan Silvia on offer that he likes. This is a 1.8 auto and a small car. He owns a small 2 berth caravan but it is very old (and so)heavy. I think this is madness. I do not believe that autos and caravans mix in any case as you do not have the control you need.
• 406 remote locking 7 Dec 2003 (Forum)
  I have a Sparkrite alarm with central locking interface which I will fit to get remote working thru alarm, What I want to know is could this be used to operate immobilliser automatically as with original (peugeot) remote? Thanx in advance Davy
• Previa - v - Lucida 14 Jul 2003 (Forum)
  My mother-in-law is a minicab driver in London and thinks she can get better work by changing her Toyota Avensis for a Previa. In trying to advise her, I think that she would be better off with a diesel automatic. The Previa is petrol only but is a known quantity, but the Lucida is a Japanese import come with diesel/auto and the vehicles on sale are of uncertain pedigree. Can anyone advise me about things to look for and whether she should steer clear?
• 406 Coupe folding mirrors 14 Jul 2003 (Forum)
  The mirrors themselves are still moving in the casing and the motors are still working as they fold back automatically if moved by hand. Anyone got any ideas please? Can they be reset?
• Mercedes - Manual or Auto Box? 5 Dec 2002 (Forum)
  I have been lucky enough to own 4 Mercedes, E class and SL, in the last 5 years but they were all automatic. I was told that Merc manual boxes were unpleasant to use and having one affected the resale value or even made it difficult to sell at all. Would Back-Roomers be kind enough offer their opinions on the merits or otherwise of buying a 75K T reg C250 diesel estate with a manual box?
• Compact auto for under 2k 4 Nov 2002 (Forum)
  I'm looking to buy an automatic medium sized car for under 2 grand as a family runaround/2nd car. There doesn't seem to be much about apart from Volvo 440s which are relatively plentiful eg 94M 1.8 SE with FVSH and 54k. Is this a good choice (I've read some reports about poor reliability)?
• Passat Autobox 12 Sep 2002 (Forum)
  Interesting problem with starting the car that I think is connected to the automatic gearbox. The car is a 1992 J plated 2 litre petrol with 60,000 miles on the clock. Intermittently, when turning the key to start you hear a click from what sounds like the gearbox and nothing happens.