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99 Chrysler Grand Voyager - Electrical Problems 15 Nov 2011 (Forum)
Hi. Was having a draining battery problem. After pulling fuses and testing i found it to be the ignition switch circuit. Pulled the fuse and no more drain. Is this just a replacement ignition switch or are there other things on this circuit that might also be faulty? Any advice would -
Puma - Only 1 key for Puma 28 Apr 2011 (Forum)
I only have one key for my Puma. What happens when the battery dies,,,? Will I get stiffed for having the immobilisor recoded + new keys..? The key itself does not appear to be a master (black). I think it is the RF key that does central locking & immobilisor. -
1995 rover 214 - rover 214 95 immobiliser problems 19 Mar 2010 (Forum)
I have just put a new clutch in a 214. when i re- connected the battery it wont start. engine turns over but won't fire. havn't got the eka code any advise much appreciated. -
Peugeot 306 (1993 - 2001) - 95 1905 heater blower fan 6 Feb 2010 (Forum)
the heater fan keeps going after ignition is turned off .It does turn off by the heater fan switch but if you forget to turn off switch it will keep going until the battery is drained . many thanks -
Renault Megane (1996 - 1998) - 96 1.6 Car not starting 9 Dec 2009 (Forum)
When I turn the key nothing happens apart from a click. Its a 1.6 petrol and has hardly been driven over the past week but started OK yesterday. Could it be the battery, alternator or starter motor? -
Nissan Primera II (1996 - 1999) - 98 2.0 Does the key fob retain it's memory? 3 Dec 2009 (Forum)
I went to use my spare fob & the batteries were flat.Does this mean the fob will have lost it's memory & will require resetting? -
When will good electrical storage be available? 17 May 2009 (Forum)
, as well as batteries. -
Car Vacuum Cleaners 20 Nov 2008 (Forum)
It has come to my attention that the second deputy under chauffeur who is also occasionally allowed to vacuum the interior of some of my cars, has asked for a hand-held vacuum cleaner. What would be the best tool for the job? Battery operated or the plug in cigarette lighter type? As usual, my -
Honda Accord UK (1998 - 2003) - ,01 2.0 Broken bonnet catch 26 Apr 2008 (Forum)
Hi, can anyone advise please? Battery flat, went to release bonnet catch but nothing doing, cable moves at lever end. How to get into engine bay? Dave. -
Peugeot 306 - Radio Blocked 31 May 2007 (Forum)
My radio code has blocked since the problems with my battery and earths etc. It won't let me enter any code and just remains with lines on the display. It states in handbook to go to dealer. Is there anyway around this? I expect Peugeot will charge me the earth to reset this. Many thanks -
Primera charging intermittently 10 Dec 2006 (Forum)
G'Day All, friend has a 96 Primera, recon alternator and battery fitted. Sometimes ABS "not working" light comes on then ignition "warning red light" appears at low revs (after taking foot off accelerator). One suggestion is voltage control unit faulty - any suggestions, pse? EH -
Ford Focus 02 replacing front headlamp 5 Dec 2006 (Forum)
Had a quick lok this morning at replacing the main beam front headlamp bulb - manual suggests removing battery cover & pulling the lead out of the bulb socket - how is the lead attached the the connector - I couldn't see the usual 'push it with a screwdriver' plastic clip ... ? -
Jump-Start Procedure 16 Sep 2006 (Forum)
Whilst being well aware of the recommended protocols relevant to jump-starting between the donor vehicle and the vehicle with the discharged battery, is it practicable to undertake the procedure when one of the vehicles is diesel powered and the other vehicle is petrol driven. I'm sure I have read -
peugeot 406 2003 remote fob 28 Aug 2006 (Forum)
Hi new to the forum can anyone help,? i recently disconected the battery and now the remote fob wont lock the doors, it was fine before and as the handbook is missing i dont know how to reprogram the fob. it is the late fob with no led and 2 buttons on it. anyone got a clue??? -
Bora Sidelight Blown 28 Nov 2005 (Forum)
Help. The near (battery) side front sidelight has gone on my son's 99 Bora. Taken off cover and there's not enough room to swing a cat in there. Didn't think I had particularly fat hands but I just can't get any purchase to loosen it. Any hints, tricks? Thanks. -
Escort Alternator Belt 20 Jun 2005 (Forum)
Hi, Have a battery charging warning light lit whilst driving, sounds like a belt slipping as well. Anybody know if the alternator belt is easy to change/adjust or is it a trip to the garage? Haven't got anyway to work from underneath other than a jack. 93 1.6i zetec if that makes a difference -
Renault Megane plip central locking 14 Jun 2005 (Forum)
with the battery for the remote?? -
Peugeot 406 1.9 TD Wont Start 5 Dec 2004 (Forum)
Now the cold weather is here again the car does not want to start, i have changed the glow plugs but that did not help, now it only just turns over which in turn deadens the battery? Any ideas would be gratefully appreciated. Thanks -
Peugeot 306 Fitting Amplifier! 11 Nov 2004 (Forum)
Hi, Anyone able to offer any advice on where to run cables through from the battery (ie, where abouts on the firewall is appropriate?) It's a diesel engine, so I don't want to inadvertantly let any fumes through, obviously positioning and correct gromets are important! Chris. -
key programming - ford mondeo, r reg 11 Nov 2003 (Forum)
my key fob would not work i replaced the battery still no luck then found out information on-line but the fob will only lock and unlock 3 doors now not the drivers door anybody know what i should do next thanks