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• Any - Turbocharger Care 1 Dec 2021 (Forum)
  I recommend changing oil at least once per year or at 8-10,000 miles. I also recommend a flush at each change (I use Comma Flush Out which is readily available). If you like the convenience of these devices that suck oil out of the dipstick hole, then drain from the sump at least every third change.
• Skoda Roomster - ATF filler 26 Nov 2019 (Forum)
  Please can anyone help??? I went to do an oil change on our Skoda Roomster and managed to drain the Automatic transmission fluid by mistake.  I only lost about half a litre (if that) before I realised my mistake and put the plug back in but obviously now it needs putting back in.
• Renault Kangoo II combi (2004 - 2008) - 20 1.5 Hesitation on accelaration 8 Dec 2009 (Forum)
  1.5 dci runs perfect at high speed motor way but sometimes in traffic upon setting off or moving up a gear some steady driving hesitates for about 2-3 seconds then picks up but somes for a couple of seconds beeen doing it for the last 6 weeks over 4k miles fuel fliter changed & oil changed & filter, new air filter & had two lots of injector cleaner added having looked at forum earlier somelse has reported the air temperature sensor may be at fault does the 1.5 have the same!!!
• Ford Fiesta (2000 - 2002) - 00 1.3 OHV two snapped plugs 31 Jan 2008 (Forum)
  i have a y reg 1300 ohv fiesta i have only had it a month when i went to change the plugs were rusted in as the socket will not fit on the plug with that much build up of rust i think they must have not been changed for a few years. I cleaned a load of rust away and used penetrating oil but when i tried to take them out 2 snapped all that was left in the head was the thread off both plugs can i use a easy out or anything else as i do not want to take the head off any help please
• Citroen Saxo (1997 - 2003) - 1999, 1.1, gearbox noises 30 Jan 2008 (Forum)
  My only problem is that I think the gearbox bearings have gone. When I lift the clutch I get a rattling noise which goes when I depress the clutch. I have changed the gearbox oil which didn't help. Basically what is my best option, if I sell it no one will really want it due to the gearbox being on the way out. Are my only other options to get a reconditioned box put in, or I can just change the bearings.
• citroen xsara.replacing brake pads (ABS) 22 May 2007 (Forum)
  hi its me again, thanks for all the advice on the oil leak problem re citroen xsara 2.0. hdi most of your advice was spot on well done all . now I wish to change the brake pads all round I have it on stands and wheels off however I left the motor trade 20yrs ago when (abs) was just begining to appear so i am not over familiar with the operation and servicing of them other than to proceed with extreme caution I only wish to change the friction material can i do this without disturbing the (abs) system and how do i proceed ?
• Renault Servicing 6 Mar 2006 (Forum)
  Renault have confirmed that it does not need to go to them, but needs to be done at a VAT registered garage and use genuine parts - highest price I have had for the service which is basically an oil change, a pollen filter change and a general look over the car is £205! Anyone in the Birminghma area had a similar experience? Cheers!
• 3.2 did Shogun auto box? 20 Jun 2005 (Forum)
  Dealer ship wants £560 to service! So I am going to a good independant. My question is the auto fluid is due changed, would it be worth while going to an autobox specialist to get it properly flushed with the correct tool,because i know you cant do a complete change cause half the oil remains in the torque convertor?
• MGF : spark plugs ? 7 Jan 2005 (Forum)
  Sounds silly, but I'm serious. I have a MGF Trophy 160 SE which is due for a service having done nearly 10k. The oil has been changed along with the filter, but I now wish to change the spark plugs. The handbook states the type and gap but where are they? Not visible from the top access envelope, no apparent inspection panels behind the seats, or under the parcel tray, or from the boot.
• servicing a Ford Focus 20 Aug 2004 (Forum)
  My Focus 1.6 Zetec is just about 3 years years old, 33,000 miles and due it's first MOT and 3 year service. From what I can gather the 3rd service is classed as 'major' and includes change of plugs. For the second service which appears just to be changing oil & filter and checking/topping up of fluids I just took it to a local indepependant (not ford specialist) and he seemed to do an ok job at an ok price.
• One less reason to be upset... 18 Mar 2004 (Forum)
  Front exhaust pipe - Plated for now as access was a doddle with the front hub out of the way, may need changing shortly. Still leaking a bit of oil, but I think I'll keep it for a little longer, especially as I have had to change the PS pump recently! Hugo
• Audi service garage rec. East Anglia. 23 Sep 2003 (Forum)
  I've got a 7 year old A4 2.8 (V6 30V). I'm looking for a competent garage to perform an 80k mile service (includes cam belt change). Any recommendations, preferably in East Anglia? I used to use our local franchised dealer but always felt they were stitching me up. Not only were they expensive but I caught them charging for things they hadn't done and they failed to complete even basic tasks (eg oil change) competently.
• Will I break HF's beloved Astra? 22 Sep 2003 (Forum)
  HF is worried that I am steering her car towards an early grave, but I believe that as long as the cam-belt is changed soon, and the oil and filter are changed every 3,000 miles then everything in the garden is rosy. Your views would be appreciated (as always). And, in case you're wondering why I don't use my own car, look at the "Horrible Cars" thread over in discussion, or click on my profile.
• notchy gearbox 20 Sep 2003 (Forum)
  Sorry to bore those who months ago replied to this thread,however got a new Suzuki jimny which after 2000 miles still has a gear change like a tractor,had it back to the dealer who claim its driving fine....Is it safe to try mobil 1 synthetic gear oil in this? They have never suggested it,and dont plan to tell them...I'm aware of the warranty situation.I'm no expert though know enough to realise it has a gearbox which connects to a transfer box,so surely the change should be smooth.I must admit it has got a bit easier over the last two weeks,should I give it more time?
• A4 Tdi cambelt/MOT 26 Jun 2003 (Forum)
  Would I be covered? Car has been maintained to manufacturer's schedule plus intermediate (5,000) mile oil and filter changes. Thanks Pat
• Diesel Servicing 23 Apr 2003 (Forum)
  Am I okay just sticking to the servce schedule, or would my car benefit from a bit of tlc, in the form of an oil and filter change every 6k or so? Is there anything else I need to do, apart from changing the car, to help me in my quest for a form of transport that never fails me? Any suggestions would be gratefully received.
• Nissan Micra 61 plate - 1st gear problem after clutch change 18 Dec 2015 (Forum)
  This wasn't a problem problem prior to clutch change, when I could change down easily into 1st when at low speeds (under 5mph) I know there is a debate about whether you should use your gears or brakes to stop but I was taught to block change down from 4th to 2nd and then change into 1st gear just before you stop, ready to move off again.
• 1966 and all that 4 Jun 2002 (Forum)
  The transmission fluid was changed last year for the first time when the pan gasket sprang a leak and the rear axle oil has never been changed (the Ford manual states this is unnecessary). The car has never had any kind of mechanical attention other than normal servicing beyond one new alternator, brakes, hoses and belts from time to time.
• Daihatsu Skywing/Charade - Sleepless In-Sump-Hassle. 11 Feb 2019 (Forum)
   The blues in question being a very few flakes of what looked like blue paint, stuck to my oil pump strainer, along with some crunchy flakes of what looked like hard varnish (the engine had some varnish before I changed the oil mix recipe), There is no blue paint on the car, though here in Taiwan it’s THE standard colour for light commercials, one of those odd Confucious-he-say things.
• VW Passat 2.0 TDI 58 Plate - Rough gear change when cold 26 Nov 2014 (Forum)
  I have looked a bit on the net but i cant really find anything other than the engine mounts or the gearbox oil could either need topping up or its the wrong one. Can anyone help shed some light on this please?