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• Mondeo 2006, Duratec Engine, 2.0 Liter Petrol - Engine Cutting Out / Stuttering Intermittently 10 Oct 2010 (Forum)
  again, if i am on the highway the problem is much less noticeable because I think the car catches up again because of the momentum, this has been happening since the past 4 months, i took it to ford and nothing came up on the computer check. I dont think its a fuel related issue but I still changed
• 2004 Toyota Prius - Buying 1 Aug 2010 (Forum)
  Hi   I am looking to buy a Toyota Prius T4 version 2004 registered from a local toyota dealer. I want to buy Toyota Prius for many reasons, 1. Need to do atleast 70 miles/day on all weekdays and sometimes weekends as well, hence this is economical from fuel
• Nissan Micra K11 - Misfiring 31 Jul 2010 (Forum)
  I have a 1995 1.3 k11 micra That I have owned for 10 years. that has never given me any problems but recently has started to misfire badly when accelerating.  It idles ok and the problem seems to appear after the engine is hot. I have replaced plugs/leads/fuel filter and fitted
• Peugeot Partner Combi (2001 - 2004) - 03 2.0HDi starting problems 22 Feb 2010 (Forum)
  Hi all I have a 2003 Peugeot Partner Combi 2.0 HDi. After having the cambelt changed recently the engine has developed a problem. When the engine is hot it will not start. When it is cold (eg left overnight) it starts and runs normally. It initially looked like a fuel problem. Priming the fuel
• Volkswagen Polo III (1994 - 1999) - 98 1.6 Lumpy acceleration when cold and jerky over 17 Feb 2010 (Forum)
  settings - when warm or hot it runs perfectly. The engine also jerks on the over-run at all temps as if the fuel cut off is being overly enthusiastic. Starting is always fine and fuel consumption normal. Interestingly, when it came back from its annual service very recently these faults had seemingly
• What motorway MPG for Transit sized van? 16 Feb 2010 (Forum)
  and I'd be surprised that will cover the fuel usage of a van of this size (I'll be doing circa 1,500 miles). I want to broach the subject now to manage expectations before I put my total fuel claim in but would like an idea of what MPG to expect on the motorway. Not flat out, just going with the flow
• Vauxhall Signum (2003 - ) - Value 2 Aug 2009 (Forum)
  more, brand new upgraded fuel pump and upgraded fuel regulator, fold flat and reclining rear seats, very spacious car/ estate, lovely to drive. Thanks....MD
• Ford Focus II (2004 - 2007) - 05 1.6 DPF failure 24 Apr 2009 (Forum)
  Have got a Focus estate, 3 months outside of warranty that is having problems with the fuel system. Started off as a faulty fuel injector. Ford delivered three new injectors to the dealer and they also proved to be faulty. I am now told that the Diesel Particulate Filter is blocked
• Peugeot 306 (1993 - 2001) - 2000 hdi erractic idle when cold. 17 Apr 2009 (Forum)
  i have a 306hdi estate 2000 w plate 108,000miles. It idles erractic till it gets warm, 5-10mins then it fine. When move off it stutters between 2-4000 rpm then pulls fine. It seems fine when on a steady drive. I have changed fuel filter and checked for metal bits, there aren't any. I replaced fuel
• Changing my car, but which one? 23 Feb 2009 (Forum)
  I currently have a Mazda RX-8, which I bought in May last year. Love it, fantastic car! The problem is, 3 weeks ago I've gone from working 12miles from my home to about 75! I'm getting expensed, which just about covers the cost of the fuel/oil but I don't think the RX-8 is the kind of car you put
• Good old foaming at the mouth Derv 8 Feb 2009 (Forum)
  using Shell none foaming fuel which gives a clear fuel `surface` in the filler neck. So what`s the score on foaming - for those who fill up with differing brands - perhaps this was a one off?
• Ford Focus (1998 - 2004) - 00 1.8 coil light on loss of power 21 Dec 2008 (Forum)
  local garage 3 times now, they have done all the diagnositic checks and said it's ok???? It's getting a bit dangerous cos i cant predict when it goes. I've been told it could be one of the following : crankshaft sensor , throttle sensor, camshaft sensor, fuel solenoid, injectors, fuel filter
• size of torx screwdriver 1 Nov 2008 (Forum)
  Hi. I have a 1.4, 16v R reg polo. Recently, the car has been breaking down and now won't start at all. I have been told that it most likely due to the fuel relay, as its not cutting in when i turn the ignition on and needs replacing. I have the part and know that its a simple job, but the relays
• Ford Escort (1993 - 2000) - 1998 1.8td excessive fuel consumption 22 Aug 2008 (Forum)
  hi i was wondering if any one can help , my 98 td escort is drinking the diesel its doing at last count about 18 mpg , also there is a lack of turbo boost,...
• FIAT Punto (1994 - 1999) - 1998 1.2 no spark 2 Aug 2008 (Forum)
  and if it doesnt work to do the relay and failing that, the ECU The fuel pump primes but there is no spark, my local (30 minute drive) scrapyard has the same model in but i have a mate who is an experianced mechanic says it is bound to be the ignition pack , saying the fuel wouldnt prime if ECU/crank sensor
• Audi A2 (2000 - 2005) - Should we be insulating our garages ? 11 Jul 2008 (Forum)
  Yes I know not many people keep their car in a garage these days, but I was curious when I noticed that my average miles per gallon was consistently lower early in the day. It is actually well established that cold fuel reduces fuel efficiency (in fact in the US pre-heat kits are available.) So
• Ford Focus (1998 - 2004) - 98 1.8 Unable to start car bought from auction 1 Jul 2008 (Forum)
  (sp). With this, the engine turns over. However, fuel does not appear to be comming through. Nor is there a spark on the plugs when I remove them. So, I have no power getting to the starter from key on full turn. I have no fuel getting through. I have no spark. I'm not a machanic but I seem's
• Vauxhall Vectra B (1995 - 1999) - 97 1.8 sometimes won't start. 29 May 2008 (Forum)
  Hello out there, can anyone help? My vectra has an intermittent fault in that it sometimes won't start. It turns over very well but will not fire, an A.A. man came to it lifted the rear seat, uncovered the fuel (petrol) pump and hit it with a mallet, needless to say it started right away. Since
• Vauxhall Astra G Petrol (1998 - 2004) - 1.6 16v 2003 Dual fuel. Tyres best prices inc fit 7 Mar 2008 (Forum)
  195/60 R15 88H currently on the alloy rims - 4 new tyres wanted. Now, do I fit budget or leading brand - what is the best buy for my hard earned monies...
• Vauxhall Astra G Petrol (1998 - 2004) - NCDR 1100 Software updates. 2003. 1.6 Dual fuel. 11 Feb 2008 (Forum)
  Can any one please point me in the right direction to enable me to get software and the operating system updated on the NCDR 1100 unit installed in my...