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• Vectra DTI fuel problem 29 Aug 2003 (Forum)
  There was a post from Vectra a while ago who had similar problems and cured it eventually by having the spill off pipes replaced and they only cost £6.00 and 15 minutes to replace. Looking at these pipes they disappear under the camshaft cover so I presume this has to be removed. Has anyone out there had experience of changing them. Does the cover have to come off and is there any other likely reason for my problem? alvin
• Lexus NX - Dilemma 2 Mar 2024 (Forum)
  Hi, I own a 2016 Lexus NX full service history so has another couple of years warranty cover. I’m now in my 70’s and thinking whether to keep the car beyond warranty or sell it and buy a 2 year old Toyota Yaris Cross that will have another 8 years warranty's. With the cheaper service plan, insurance and more miles per gallon it would save me £118 a month that would allow me to borrow the difference (with a little extra per month).
• na - on road / off road? 15 Nov 2021 (Forum)
  I now live in a block of flats and there was a line similar to the one at the old property in front of nine parking bays until they resurfaced the road and covered this line over. Was my father correct in saying that this line depicts off road?
• Vauxhall Astra GTC 2013 - 2013 Astra 2.0 cdti low oil pressure 4 Mar 2021 (Forum)
  Before I contact the dealer, as it way under 6 months old, I'm fearing this will be just classed as fair wear and tear, which won't be covered. What are the thoughts of the forum experts please? Thanks in advance.
• Peugeot 208 - Help needed please!! 27 Sep 2018 (Forum)
  When my Peugeot 208 was last MOT’d we were told by the time it’s next one came it would probably fail on something to do with leaking exhaust fumes (or something like that) - the mechanic touched this cylinder shaped object on the underside of the car, which was a sort of rough material on the outside (vague, I apologise!) and demonstrated on how his hand was covered in black to prove his point. Does anyone know what this is??? The next MOT is due in January and we’re just trying to be as prepared as we can. ??
• Variable Speed Limit Change 28 Apr 2015 (Forum)
  Hi, first time poster although an avid reader for some time. Driving along the M42 near Shirley last Friday which is covered by Variable Speed Limit Camera's, traffic is light & as I approach one between J4 & 3a they change to 50 limit. Quick look in my mirror & a car close behind so choose not to brake (my speed about 70) but to lift off for a few seconds.
• VW Golf mk3 - Reverse gear selection problems 6 Jan 2014 (Forum)
  The crunching noise is not there with the engine turned off and this problem does not occur in any other gear. However the gear selection is sometimes not that smooth, "lumpy" would be a good description. The car has covered 120k miles, but is regularly serviced. It  is a 1996 1.6  MK3 , engine code AEE and  the gearbox is a 02k. I have spoken to a colleague at work and he thinks it may be the gearbox linkage cables ?
• When is A Diesel Engine Run In ? 29 Oct 2013 (Forum)
  It lives mainly on the motorway. This car has been totally reliable and has only had service consumables replaced.
• 2003 VW polo 1.4 - Rear brake rip-off? 24 Oct 2013 (Forum)
    Seems like a hell of a lot for a brake. He also said the kit covers both sides which sound a bit dodgey to me.  Have I been ripped off here? Any help appreciated.
• im uninsured and been rear ended 27 Aug 2013 (Forum)
  my partner was driving my car this morning she got hit up the rear stopping at a roundabout so there is no question of blame but it turns out her fully comp insurance doesnt cover her to drive other vehicles so now it looki likes shes uninsured.
• Porsche 917 - £110,000 for a missed gearchange 25 Jan 2013 (Forum)
   Ouch.  Although the session was insured against a crash, like a conventional motor policy the cover doesn't extend to mechanical damage. http://www.telegraph.co.uk/motoring/motorsport/9823844/Can-historic-racing-survive.html
• X type V6 petrol - Jaguar oil filter 20 Feb 2012 (Forum)
  Looking at the screw on end there is a line of glue between the metal "cup" that holds the sealing rubber and the metal top. The glue seems to join these two metal pieces and will be covered with hot oil while the engine is running. This is my first Jaguar and I have not noticed this feature on any other makes of filter for other cars. My concern is whether any of the glue will melt into the oil and block oilways or is this not possible.
• chevy - Insurance renewal 23 Dec 2010 (Forum)
  I input my details based on my average over the past couple of years and never thought any more about it. Also got extra conditions about anyone at all who I know takes vehicle will not be covered ( normal )  but insurance will not pay out in case of claim. What If they take the car without my permission and I report it to police?
• Ford KA, KA2, KA3 (1996 - 2008) - 04 1.3 how do you change a headlight bulb? 16 Jan 2010 (Forum)
  My daughter's 2004 Ka has blown another headlight bulb. I absolutely hate changing headlight bulbs on this car - just getting the cover off the back of the headlight unit is a challenge as the access is so tight. How do others do it? I didn't have any tools with me today, but I began to think it must be quicker and easier to remove the whole thing (starting with the radiator grill, which is unfortunately part of the front bumper) - right?
• FIAT Punto II (1999 - 2006) - 03 1.25 8v Active sport - idle problems 27 Feb 2009 (Forum)
  Hey, just bought the above and found that the idle is 1500rpm. when ive looked at the throttle body there was tape covering the idle control vavle. took this off and give everything a good clean and even bout a new throttle body with ICV. now the car still idles at 1500rpm but once the acclerator is touched it revs on its own between 1500rpm - 2000rpm constantly.
• Ford Focus (1998 - 2004) - 02 1.6 Brake Disc Change 6 Oct 2008 (Forum)
  I had my pads on new last year and they have done about 11000 mile and are hardly showing any wear. They are Ferodo pads. The car has covered 41000 miles. My question is, is it vital to change the pads at the same time as discs? If the Ferodo pads were to be left on with new discs would this be bad? Many thanks for any help I may get with this.
• "I wish I hadn't done that" (Jack Dee voiceover) 25 Sep 2008 (Forum)
  Reading in a rival publication how the hapless owner of a Lexus had accessed a hidden menu in his car's interactive display, changed the model details "to see what happened" has now an unusable sat-nav and aircon/heater and his dealer is baffled on how to re-set it to get everything working ---- my mind went back to the day, as a callow youth, adjusting the valves on my 250 Superdream I overtightened the custom made cam cover bolt shearing it clean off in the process......Sunday afternoon in the sticks with no alternative transport.......
• US Chevvy Driver literally pays in $$$ & cents 15 Aug 2008 (Forum)
  But his coin hoard only covered half of the $16,000 (£8,500) price tag. The man's son said the most amazing thing for him was his father deciding to replace his 1981 pick-up at all. After 27 years he probably needed a change!
• Volkswagen Bora (1999 - 2006) - 2004 - Throttle Body - Emissions Warning Light 21 Nov 2007 (Forum)
  My sister's Bora (2004 04 I think) has had the emissions warning light illuminate. The dealer is saying the throttle body needs replacing. This is fine as the car is covered by an extended warranty, but the warranty company wants the thrttle body cleaned (at my sister's expense) to see if the fault clears before they authorise a part change. Has anybody else had problems with emissions warning and the throttle body?
• MOT dilemma 12 Apr 2007 (Forum)
  they must be losing money on a £25 MOT so are they more likely to find something minor that needs attention so as to cover their costs? Any thoughts? Thanks.