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• SEAT Ibiza - Radio Code 16 Nov 2015 (Forum)
  I've seen that it's possible for you helpful types to provide radio codes for Ford Fiestas etc. I've just had to replace the battery on my daughter's 2002 Seat Ibiza and the radio has lost its code.  We have had the car for 4 years and I'm convinced that I had the code somewhere
• Vauxhall Astra G Diesel - vauxhall astra diesel 1997 won't start 28 Oct 2015 (Forum)
  3 times fine but now won't even turn over again.  The battery doesn't seem to be a problem at all.  I'm thinking possible ignition switch problem. The key operates the central locking fine (by turning it in the lock).  Any ideas on some troubleshooting I can do?
• Chevrolet Matiz - Engine just stops 21 Feb 2015 (Forum)
  luckily at home. Put new battery in started up everything sweet, a day later whilst driving put the wipers on which worked very slowly, radio died and all lights flashed up again and the engine cut out. Any ideas pretty please ....??? Kind regards india
• Peugeot 307cc - Engine light and rough idle 9 Feb 2015 (Forum)
  the electronics etc. Trouble is although it starts, the engine idles quite roughly and the light is on, on the dashboard. Any ideas as to what could be the problem? I haven't driven the car as yet. The battery was brand new, and I plan to check fuses and stuff, before I call out a mech.
• Peugeot 206 - Peugeot 206 wipers frozen then electrical fault 9 Dec 2014 (Forum)
  then kick back in. Battery seems fine -car starts up first time and doesnt seem to be a fuse because everything works when tested. Anyone have any ideas because if I drive at night it will look like i am flashing my headlights at everyone
• Volvo V70 D4 SE Luxe - stop start function 10 Nov 2014 (Forum)
  Hi  The stop start function works intermittently. I realise there are many situations, such as temperature variation in the passenger cabin, heated screen on, battery low when the stop function is not meant ot operate. Sometimes the stop soes not operate for several
• Chrysler Voyager (1997 - 2001) - 1997 - Immobiliser problems 19 Oct 2014 (Forum)
  hello, just wondered if anyone has had anything similar, my mums grand voyager wont start because of the immobiliser (we believe) both key fobs are not working, so she opens doors manually with key but when it comes to start the vehicle the immobiliser always cuts in? we have tried changing battery
• renault clio - wiring rear fog lights 3 Aug 2014 (Forum)
  the wiring should go battery, ignition, fuse box, then switch. I am wondering if anybody knows the wiring on a clio so i can make sure im tracing them. I would like to know the route and the colours of the wires at each stage.
• Vauxhall Zafira 1.6 petrol (56 plate) - failure to start - ignition lights on 19 Jul 2014 (Forum)
  (battery checked by AA and not an issue), AA ran a seperate feed to starter motor and it turned but wouldnt fire up. Can someone please help as have no money - literally to go to a garage to pay for hours of labour and diagnostics!! Many thanks
• MINI Cooper R50 04 - cranks but wont start 24 Oct 2013 (Forum)
  fluid but not for long until it dies again. Things i have done so far : Replaced the battery Replaced the fuel Pump New spark plugs Fuel Injection cleaner It seems like there is no fuel pressure now :S Any help would be much
• Nissan Micra 2003 (K12) - Locked out - emergency key doesn't open door? 11 Oct 2013 (Forum)
  Hi all   The battery died hence the remote central locking doesn't function.     As per the manual, I popped off the cover on the emergency physical key lock on the passenger side, but although the key itself turns nice and freely it doesn't appear
• Renault megane 1.6dci - Renault Megane Wont Start 18 May 2013 (Forum)
  Ok so i have a problem.. I have seen the other threads however mine still doesnt work.. After Jump starting a van this megane will not start sayin 'electronic fault'.   I have done the usual test and replaced all of the 3 battery fuse's. I have a ODB11 tester
• Ford Focus (1998 - 2004) - 1999 1.6 - Remote key problems 22 Jan 2013 (Forum)
  I have lost the programming for my remote key when I changed the battery. I have tried the suggested method of reprogramming by turning the ignition from position 0 to II four times and hear the first bong. However when I press the buttons on the key I dont hear the second bong confirming
• Renault Clio 1.2 RN petrol - Problems starting Car 19 Dec 2012 (Forum)
  Having major problems with this Clio in starting the car. Starts great sometimes but sometimes it can take 30 or 40 turn overs till the car fires. We have changed the crank shaft sensor, earth lead from battery, checked wiring loom at bulkhead, fitted new Control Temperature Sensor but still
• Volvo V70 D5 2002 - Volvo V70 D5 2002 cold starting problem 5 Dec 2012 (Forum)
  When parked outside overnight and the air temperature drops to freezing . . . the engine refuses to start. It turns over fine, but does not fire up; the battery is fine; the glow plus have been tested as OK. After a few hours and when the air temperature picks up, the engine starts
• Volkswagen Passat - Difficult Valuation 27 May 2012 (Forum)
  done a couple of years ago, full MOT new battery a month ago and in generally sublime condition to an almost atomic level, 10 months tax and a near full tank of diesel. We have no use for the car so realistically how much do you folks think it is worth ?
• Mazda 6 - Mazda 6 Won't start after changing oil 11 May 2012 (Forum)
  the oil and filter, the car will now not turn over. All the relevant lights come on on the turn of the key, but the car makes no attempt to turn the engine over. I have tested the battery, which is fine. Is there something I am missing?
• vauxhall astra 1.6 16v 2001 lpg dual fuel - Astra misfire 6 Apr 2012 (Forum)
  Hi There This my first post i hope someone may be able to help i have a astra with a misfire and have found no 1 injector is not working after changing them around its still the same i have checked the wirs from it to a small black box by the fuel ecu situated next to the battery has
• Chrysler grand voyager 3.3 petrol 2000/W - Alarm Short? 9 Feb 2012 (Forum)
  on and off. I think it's a short and would love some ideas on where exactly to start looking, haven't tried disconnecting the battery as I don't want to risk making it worse as at least the car still starts at the moment
• Audi A3 - Short commute in a diesel - best options 10 Jan 2012 (Forum)
  Hello All, Due to a change in jobs my commute is a short 12 mile round trip each day. My car is an Audi A3 2.0 Tdi 170PS and I am worried that I'm killing it. Winter mornings and evenings mean a heavy load on the battery etc. but I'm more concerned about the long term damage this is causing. I try