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SEAT Ibiza III 1.4TDi (2007) - Temp loss of all electrics on start up. 22 Jul 2011 (Forum)
(mileage, outside temperature, clock etc) and radio all blank, start motor didn't kick in. Quiet clicking noise behind dash. Removed key from ignition. All displays remained blank. Reinserted key and left at 1st notch on ignition (sorry, don't know what else to call -
Fiesta 1.25 Zetec 12 Dec 2005 (Forum)
), is there a special coolant and anti-freeze I should use? 4. What oil grade? 5. Anything else. The radio code is lost. Is there a way to sort this out without removing the radio itself? Can find it on t'internet. TIA -- Espada III - well if you have a family and need a Lamborghini, what else do you drive? -
Landcruiser Colorado - electric aerial 16 Dec 2004 (Forum)
Toyota Landcruiser Colorado (Mk1, 96-99) When I bought the car the electric aerial mast was missing, though you could hear the motor whirring away when you switched the radio on/off. I took it to a Toyota dealer yesterday for a service and to have a replacement mast fitted; They fitted the mast -
SEAT Ibiza CD or autochanger 11 Nov 2004 (Forum)
, but it seems the radio is fitted behind a fancy display, so replacement with a straightforward slot type is probably out of the question. I also don't know whether the radio is designed, and the car is wired, to make the addition of the autochanger simple. Has anyone any advice on a source of a reasonable -
Fitting a Radio on a Renault Laguna 16 Sep 2004 (Forum)
Hi Guys, long time since I have posted on here. The standard CD player that came with the Laguna has given up so I am on the look out for a decent one.... -
Fiat Brava - Brave or not. 25 Aug 2004 (Forum)
there is no radio in it (probably to listen previously to the leaking oil!!!), not the end of the world but does the radio have to be Fiat specifically? I was considering going down the line of a 5dr Fiesta between K-M plate for about 500 sovs but this seems a steal, or will it be daylight robbery? any advice -
Warranty on import 27 Dec 2002 (Forum)
Hi Today I went to Motorpoint of Derby to collect a new car. When I got here it was obvious that something was wrong. It turned out that the stereo code had been lost.. One of their staff pulled the radio out and rushed to a local auto stereo outfit to sort the code. When the car was put back -
Astra Stereo wiring probs 28 Aug 2002 (Forum)
leads fit in the back of the stereo fine and I get power and can hear the speakers work but cant get the Astra dashboard display to show the radio display. When the radio is switched on the time on the display stays on and the date disappears but nothing appears in its place. I have heard a rumour -
C3 Picasso - Battery Change 22 Dec 2022 (Forum)
The battery is just about managing in this cold weather and is ready for a change. Does anyone know if there anything that's likely to be affected when I do the swap - key codes, radio, etc? I've not had a problem swapping a battery in years but it's always worth an ask! -
Fors - Cd 6000 code 16 Feb 2019 (Forum)
Help please. I recently got code to unluck my Ford Cd6000 radio. Issue is I have to enter it every time I start van. I don’t have a manual, can anyone shed some light please? Thanks in advance. -
2008 Ford Focus - CD6000 serial V127327 26 Jun 2017 (Forum)
I got my car but the radio requires the code and I was not able to find it, did my best and searched all over this site but I was not lucky. If you could help me I would be very thankful. -
FORD FIESTA 53 - CAR CODE 27 May 2015 (Forum)
HI anyone, i changed my ignition packs after being quoted over £230 to do however, my radio has stopped working so i am wondering if anyone can help. my serial number is : M218873 THANKS -
Hyundai ix35 - ix35 ugly dash trim 28 Jan 2012 (Forum)
I would like to buy an ix35 but I hate the shiny silver trim on the dash and steering wheel. It looks like it belongs on a 1970s Hong Kong radio. Is there a kit to replace the trim with something more subtle or can it be wrapped or painted? -
Car makers who are gone 10 Nov 2011 (Forum)
Reading the demise of Saab on onther post got me thinking of names no longer with us. I remember on the radio years ago for you to salute if you saw an Armsrong Siddely. I can think of Simca... I had one....NSU...Lada. there must be so many. -
What is the point of Formula One? 19 May 2009 (Forum)
I have just listened to a programme on BBC Radio 4 presented by Quentin Letts (who he?). It was asking in a tongue-in-cheek style 'What is F1 for', quite interesting and amusing and it is repeated tonight, Tuesday, at 9.30pm - I think. Remind me someone - what is Formula One for? -
VED - Failure to display 1 Feb 2009 (Forum)
Has the offence now ceased to exist? The latest radio advert for the DVLA on line service has words to the effect of " if you apply on line you can continue to drive with no risk pending arrival of disc". Has this legitimised the old practice "Tax in the post" assuming that have actually -
Ford Focus II (2004 - 2007) - USA Car stereos 19 May 2008 (Forum)
Do they work on UK cars? There are some great deals to be had from the USA but are they fully compatible. I have head that the radio frequency's are different so tthey don't work! Any experience? Cheers Andy. -
Austin (Rover) Mini (1972 - 2001) - 1995 - Sourcing a aerial for a classic. 24 Jan 2008 (Forum)
Can somebody advise where to find a wing mounted stubby black rubber aerial , complete with cable ( i.e a complete aerial , from exterior to the radio ) to fit a ' classic ' 1995 Mini Cooper ? -
1995 VW Passat ignition condenser 14 Mar 2007 (Forum)
Hello everyone, My 1995 VW Passat 1.8 petrol engine has started interferring with the radio. Does anyone know where the ignition condenser is? I can't find it! Also, where is a good place to buy a replacement? Thanks for you help. -
CD Multichanger - 2001 Honda Accord 13 May 2006 (Forum)
My 'new' car has a cd multichanger. The problem is the sound from both front and rear left-hand speakers is very poor. I've checked the balance and that's set OK and the speakers are fine when in radio mode. Any suggestions please?