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• Citroen Xsara Picasso (2000 - 2010) - 02 1.8sx petrol - Rattle from the engine. 14 Mar 2009 (Forum)
  hi,my wife and son have both noticed a 'rattle' coming from the front of the engine.i run the engine and when i accelerated the 'rattle' increased,as well.i'm thinking it could be the tappets.help anyone!!
• Credit Crunch Takes its toll: Volume 5 [Read Only] 20 Nov 2008 (Forum)
  HJ said "Watch Sterling on Monday." What price the BBC leads with 'Osbourne causes run in the pound' if it drops yet again, ignoring the fact its lost 25% of its value in the last few months without him saying a word!
• Retirement toy 16 Nov 2008 (Forum)
  Hi there.i am just about to retire (52),and i am looking for something to put a smile on my face,be reliable ,possibly carry my golf clubs,and reasonable running costs.i have had classic cars in the past,and i like the idea of no road tax and cheap insurance,but i am still not sure.Any commnts
• Ford Focus II (2004 - 2007) - 03 1.8 Spooky glowing odometer (milometer) 4 Nov 2008 (Forum)
  I have noticed that when the engine running and the lights are all off, the odometer has started to glow & flicker. Though you cannot see any digits. Is this the start of its decline or a lose earth?
• Volkswagen Golf IV (1998 - 2004) - 03 1,6 Rear Washer 18 Aug 2008 (Forum)
  The rear washer on my Golf iv has stopped squirting,the front one works fine and i can hear the pump running when tryimg to get the rear one washing. Any suggestions for the most probable causes. Many thanks.
• Volvo S60 (2000 - 2009) - 05 d5 Front yellow lights 18 Apr 2008 (Forum)
  Hi all, had my S60 2 weeks now and wondered if the yellow lights next to the headlights should flash with indicators, as they just seem to be on all the time with the running lights and i dont see the point unless they act as indicators, thanks.
• Cheap motorway cruiser 3 Sep 2007 (Forum)
  What would be ideal car for motorway miles. I've got budget of less than £1500 so after listening to you wise guys to avoid a diesel car with this budget I'm looking at petrol cars now. What would you suggest with this sorts of money to spend? I want the car to be reliable and cheap to run. Thanks
• Berlingo diesel - mysterious noise 7 Jul 2007 (Forum)
  When accelerating, there's a rather rorty noise, seemingly from the nearside front of the engine compartment (I have only heard this from inside the vehicle), as if of a blowing exhaust. The exhaust pipe is OK, however. Any ideas what it might be? It does not happen on the over-run. {Subject
• '98 Honda Civic 1.4 Clutch Squeak 26 Jun 2007 (Forum)
  My 1998 1.4 has developed a squeak as the clutch pedal is depressed, not related to the engine running. It feels fine and is not slipping when driven. Its only really noticeable when stopped. Should I just ignore it? Slight change to subject line to help a potential helper - PU
• 2000 406 ventallation fan 24 Apr 2007 (Forum)
  heating fan has stopped working( great when trying to drive with misted windows) removed fan got it running the controller panel seems to be working (graphics all lighting & moving ) I need to know if there is a relay panel or control panel hidden in a cunning place. Also is there any way
• mondeo urgent help needed !!!! 13 Apr 2007 (Forum)
  i have a m reg mondeo and it has major probs on starting up i have to high rev the car to keep the engine running or it cuts out i also have to keep high reving as i drive it down the road whats the problem if anyone knows i would be great full
• Fiat Punto electric windows slowing down 8 Apr 2007 (Forum)
  The electric window winders on my 2001 punto are gradually getting 'tired'. If I spray silicone down between the seal and the window, is this a way to prolong their life ??? I want to keep the car until summer 2008 and would like to keep them running until then. Thanks in advance for any
• Diesel-89.9ppl 10 Jan 2007 (Forum)
  Good to see the price of diesel has dropped slightly- 89.9 pence per litre at my local Tesco this morning. Car running on fumes, doing my weekly shop, I'll have some of that please. Read in the paper that demand for diesel is lower than usual this winter due to the ongoing mild weather and has
• vauxhall navigation cd 21 Oct 2006 (Forum)
  hi everyone can anyone help?im after finding a cd to run sat nav for my vectra fitted with siemens ndcd 2013. does anyone have a copy? or know where to get a copy? many thanks jim {Contact details removed, as *could* be deemed free advertising, which we don't allow - DD}
• Dynamo Polarity 10 Sep 2006 (Forum)
  I am connected with a Motor Club. Recently the question was asked:- "Does anyone know how to change the polarity of a dynamo?" Apparantly, it seems, if you touch one of the leads to earth while the dynamo is running, the polarity is reversed. Allegedly. Does anyone has any ideas on this subject
• VW central locking 27 Jun 2006 (Forum)
  since yesterday, when i\'m im the car with the engine running, if I lock the doors, all four lock then the front passenger door unlocks itself immediately - has anybody any idea why ? (NB - seems to be okay if locking from the outside I have to grow old - but I don\'t have to grow up
• Daewoo Matiz 28 Apr 2006 (Forum)
  My SIL acquired 02 Matiz 0.8 about a year ago. Unfortunately she didn't ensure she got the owner's handbook. There is now a yellow 'Check' light showing permanently on the dash, the car seems to be running OK and she is unsure what to do. Is this a dealer issue or can a Matiz owner throw some light
• Buying a Rover 75 diesel 15 Apr 2006 (Forum)
  Hi, I am thinking of treating myself to a Rover 75 diesel. Just worried about: 1. Long term reliability 2. running costs 3. Are last 2004/5 models best? Any owner opinions, common problems, things I should check, etc would be much appreciated! Regards, Ian
• vectra oil change 14 Mar 2006 (Forum)
  have just changed the oil and filter all looked fine but when i changed the oil seperator it was full of gunp or mayo as ihave heard it called car is running fine no evidence on filler cap or when i changed rocker gasket i know it can be caused by codensation what else and how do i get rid of it
• XUD Engine hunting + loss of power??? 22 Feb 2006 (Forum)
  Hi, I have a PUG 406 which was fitted with a Citreon Xantia XUD 1900TD engine shortly before I got it. As of today the car will only run roughly, whole engine shacks violently, and the throttle does nothing. It is smoking (BLUE + BLACK), does this mean the FUEL PUMP is the problem? Thx