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• Renault Clio 1 Diesel (1991 - 1998) - 94 1.9 heater plug light 22 Oct 2009 (Forum)
  i have just changed the cam belt and also changed the glow plugs i have also changed 2 of the glow plug wiring terminal ends as they wre perished after refitting fuel pump, cam belt i did the usual check (turned engine over manually 3 turns) bled up the fuel system and turned engine over and it fired up and run lumpy at first but smooth itself out as it warmed up it had been ticking over for around 10 to 15 mins when it just cut out and since that the glow plug light now doesnt illuminate i only get battery ,oil pressure and temp warning light . also fuel stop solonoid doesnt click when turning ignition on . any thoughts or suggestions are most welcome thanks in advance . neil .
• Ford Mondeo II (1996 - 2000) - S-reg diesel - Getting harder to engage 2nd gear 12 Nov 2007 (Forum)
  The bite point of the clutch has not moved and footpedal action feels 100% normal - even on a 'stiff' gearchange. I had a garage change the gearbox oil 3000 miles ago as a routine service. Any ideas please. Thank you, Vinnie.
• Vauxhall Astra H Sporthatch (2005 - ) - service at dealers, can locking wheel nuts snap?? 11 Oct 2007 (Forum)
  Took my astra in for a 1st service 56 reg at a large vauxhall dealership in leeds. They only change oil & filter, check levels a quick look around then it's done, however they forgot to stamp my service book, then just about to drive off service light still lit, mechanic sent over to re-set just jumps in with mucky overalls sits there & re-sets service indicator!
• Vauxhall Meriva 1.4 petrol - Misfiring engine 20 Jul 2020 (Forum)
  Hi my daughters car has suddenly started showing the engine management light and I have checked with a handheld diagnostic tool and it is showing as misfiring on cylinders 1 & 4. I have changed the ignition coil which made no difference but when I checked the plugs the ones from 1 & 4 have a little oil on them (2 & 3 are ok). What could be the main cause of this problem? Thanks
• Vauxhall Zafira A - Head gasket failure??? 12 Jan 2019 (Forum)
  After this the car still started to lose water. The guy that replaced the hose 'knocked' out the thermostat and also change the water pump but I am still losing water! There is no 'gunk' in oil filler or dipstick. Could this be a head gasket issue or something else less serious? By the way it's a 2.0dti. Any ideas anyone?
• Kia venga 2 1.4 petrol manual - 18 months on - old 6 Jun 2018 (Forum)
  So, 18 months on, and 10,000 miles on, still very satisfied with the venga. Routine servicing with annual oil changes so far and no problems except for one weeping shock absorber, no doubt down to the state of our roads. Fuel consumption mostly around here about 35 is, 40 on a "run". we'll see how it cope with a trip to holland and belgium next week.
• VAG 1.2tsi - Liquid gaskets 17 Jan 2017 (Forum)
  Im having a timing chain changed today, I believe this involves removing covers including the sump, all of which are sealed with a liquid gasket paste. Question: When they apply the gasket goo and refit he sump/covers, is any curing time required before filling the engine with oil and running?
• Redex, Yay or Nay? 23 Dec 2016 (Forum)
  I was wondering what the general view is of Redex additive? My diesel Citroen ZX rolled over 250k a month ago and apart from doubling the frequency of oil changes I've always chucked in some Redex on a regular basis, a habit inherited from my father who loved the stuff. I wonder if its contributed to the Citroens trouble free engine life or have I wasted my money?
• Peugeot 207 - Water pumping from engine block 18 Aug 2014 (Forum)
  Hi, Been slowly losing water/coolant from the car for a short while. Engine heat gage doesn't change. No mayo under the oil cap. A closer look, and  i see water pumping out of the right side of the front of the engine block when the engine is running. Can't see if it's from the gasket but does look lower than that.
• Peugeot 307 SW - Wet Passenger footwell 28 Apr 2014 (Forum)
  I hoovered out today and it's still wet, when I ribbed my hand on it the liquid was not water and looked like a fine oil. The brakes have been changed recently, but after the first time I noticed it was wet. Any ideas? 
• No - Part Exchanges 2 Oct 2012 (Forum)
  Must admit, have chickened out and sold my 3 and a bit year old dpf/dmf fitted diesel, beforeencountering problems, but got fed up of the regualr expensive additional oil and filter changes.
• Mazda MX-5 - 48000 mile / 4 Year service 17 Mar 2012 (Forum)
  Opinion/advice please on whether my MX-5 - 4 years old in May and with 16700 miles from new -  REALLY needs a 48000 mile service - incuding replacement of brake fluid and rear diff oil change this year ? It has had  Mazda main dealer service in accordance with manufacturer schedule thus far - including 37500 service a year ago when it had 11000 on the clock.
• Ford Focus 2.0 tdci 2006 - Failing to start 19 Mar 2010 (Forum)
  The garage have run diagnostic and it is coming with a P0606 error and P0089. It has just had the oil filter and air filter replaced. recently the fuel filter was changed due to a loss in power when accelerating. Thet believe it maybe the fuel pump? Any suggestions would be great.
• Jaguar X-Type (2001 - 2009) - 05 2.0D Stiff gearbox - anyone else have problems? 17 Apr 2009 (Forum)
  Has anyone else had this problem on a Jag or Mondeo - I guess they are the same gearbox. Also what is the solution? Can the oil be changed on these or are they sealed units? thanks {teleported across to technical matters}
• Rover 400 (1995 - 1999) - 420 diesel - Head gasket? 3 Nov 2007 (Forum)
  I think my HG has gone on my 420 diesel. Water is disappearing at an alarming rate, even when the car isnt moving and gettin the mayo in oil filler cap. Temp is steady but Ive heard that it depends on where it goes as to whether it overheats as per the gauge? Can anyone tell me how long the change takes and roughly how much it should cost?
• Renault kangoo cabin filter 19 Aug 2005 (Forum)
  Problem is that I can't find the filter and don't want to visit the main dealer until I need to at 18000mls ( I change the oil and filter myself at 6000 ) . I can find the engine air filter which I imagine will also be full of dust but can anybody help with the cabin filter ?
• mercedes endurance record 26 Jul 2005 (Forum)
  Considering time for new drivers and fuel it must have been going faster. Would they have bothered changing the oil? Wonder if, when and which make will be the first to do 1 million non-stop.
• VW Sharan- Rev Limiter 17 May 2004 (Forum)
  The rev limiter seems to be cutting in at just 4500 rpm..any ideas..I was guessing this may be an ECU controlled figure that can be changed ? Also have manifold blowing noise and a little oil leaking from sump..any advice on these 2 welcome if you have experience but i am guessing i just need to take it to my local mechanic to find out the damage !!
• Hard to start without priming - Fiesta. 12 May 2004 (Forum)
  Fiesta 1.8 LX diesel. I just changed the hand fuel pump, primer pump. The car is quite hard to start after an overnight wait unless i prime the pump a few times then start no problem. Its like low fuel pressure which would indicate a leak somewhere but the bolts were all tighened properly all seals were oiled and added so i cant see where the problem might be ?
• Escort Noise on Starting 5 Jun 2003 (Forum)
  It's been going on for over a year and does not affect anything apart from being noisy. MkV Rs2000, '92, 122k. Regular oil changes. Best Regards, Chris