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• VX Vectra Rev counter input? 30 Jan 2006 (Forum)
  . The fault codes stored in the ECU as far as I can tell relate to an issue I had about 3 years ago, if I can find the Radio code I will clear the ECU to make sure. Any help appreciated.
• Peugeot 307 "Comm 2000" aka indicator 22 Jan 2006 (Forum)
  and most annoying is the indicator switch has flopped, it needs replacing as clicker has gone, I spoke to Peugeot they said I have to buy this whole unit called a comm. 2000, which is both stalks and radio arm, seems like a silly gimmick to me, I spoke to a breakers they quoted £90 which sounds like a big
• Battery problem - 1999 Astra 14 Jan 2006 (Forum)
  in the process, and each time the radio has displayed 'safe' and refused to go on (after RTFM I've entered the code and got it to work, but have to do this each time I start the engine). The information display also tells me it's 00.00 on 01.01.1997! The first time I thought the battery was simply a bit flat
• Possible starter motor problem:Volvo S40 28 Aug 2005 (Forum)
  iv got a volvo S40 year 1996 1.8l (manual) and had a little bit of a problem recently. i switched my car on and drove it to the local petrol pump, car turned on first time with no problems, once at the pertol pump, i turned my car off but the radio was playing for around 5 minutes. went
• Laminated glass - safety v. security 28 Jan 2005 (Forum)
  Just been listening to a piece on the radio about car crime (which has apparently fallen by 30%) in the last 10 years IIRC. Anyway one of the experts was claiming that laminated glass is a highly effective (if more expensive by about 4 times) security measure which could/should be adopted more
• Citreon AX 1.4 diesel - won't start 15 Oct 2004 (Forum)
  The problem I'm having is that you switch the ignition on and all the lights come on but when the yellow light goes out and you turn the key again to start the car its dead, the engine doesn't even turn over there's just a click. the radio, lights etc still work and the battery isn't flat
• Mercedes 230E steering lock/leads 29 Jan 2004 (Forum)
  by using a positive power source from the radio supply, and connecting to one of the leads going into the back of the steering wheel lock. When the car is running, this is energized ie. positive, and with the other positive lead gives 2 positives so the light will not work. When switched off, we have
• Corsa Electrical Problem? 9 Nov 2003 (Forum)
  the radiator up with water & tried to start the car. I turned the key and got absolutely no response - didn't even try to fire up. The radio wouldn't work & when I tried the central locking it only lifted the drivers side catch. Left it a couple more days & my husband tried to jump start it. Agian we got
• Vauhall CDR 500 Mobile Phone Wiring 29 Aug 2003 (Forum)
  looks as professionally installed as I can get it - it will save me £250 if I can get it to work, and Vauhall dealers don't want to know unless I pay them to install one of their own cradles....pffft!! Apparently the CDR 500 needs a switched 12v supply to swap between radio/cd and the phone
• Cheap E-Sure 14 Jul 2003 (Forum)
  can Michael Winner claim to be insured by them when they esplicitly exclude people in that line of employment? Try answering YES to the clause regarding "performer or presenter in films, TV, radio, music or other performing arts" and a quote is declined.
• Peugeot spare key 25 Jun 2003 (Forum)
  , alarm and immobilizer remotely from the key fob. I have not been given any codes for the key, radio etc. How do I get these codes because I assume that if I have to disconnect the battery for any reason I will need the codes. 3)Because I only have one key I need to get a second one but I am concerned
• New fiesta? decision time 17 Jan 2002 (Forum)
  back than 0% finance offer). The cars on offer have all the extras that he doesnt want or need! Alloys to damage, A/C to confuse so wont use (hence mtce liability), radio that he wont understand, electric widows to fail....... The hassle of trade sales or other supermarket site etc is just to great
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  My new hybrid keeps showing low battery warnings - should I reject it? 5 Jun 2024 (Ask HJ)
  I've recently purchased a new Toyota Corolla hybrid. In the last four weeks, despite frequent driving with some long journeys, I've received repeated 12v...
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  Can you recommend a replacement wing mounted aerial supplier? 31 Aug 2023 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 1986 Vauxhall Cavalier Mk2 convertible 1.8i petrol which has an offside front wing mounted, powered retracting aerial i.e. radio on/off makes...
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  The traffic information on my Honda has stopped working? 21 Jun 2023 (Ask HJ)
  Two years ago when I bought a new Honda CR-V the built in satnav had a traffic icon which when pressed could give a map showing traffic conditions in the...
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  My car battery went flat during lockdown. Have I got any recourse with the manufacturer? 13 May 2020 (Ask HJ)
  Three years ago, I bought a hybrid Toyota C-HR. In the light of lockdown, we have not used it for 13 days. On trying to take it out for food shopping,...
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  Why does my Fiat 500 keep stopping suddenly? 21 Dec 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I own a 1.2-litre 2009 Fiat 500 Sport. The head gasket went in six months ago I had the head skimmed and the engine rebuilt. An hour after I picked it...
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  Getting a classic back on the road - what should I do? 12 Mar 2014 (Ask HJ)
  My 1991 Nissan Sunny has been off the road for many months. I've bought a new battery as the old one is completely dead. I haven't fitted the battery yet...
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  What do you recommend to replace our Renault Clio? 10 Aug 2013 (Ask HJ)
  We are looking for a new car, preferably a forecourt model or demonstrator with less than 5000 miles on the clock so we can avoid instant depreciation....
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  Mechanical faults in my Volvo XC60 10 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
  My Dad has been having horrendous trouble with his Volvo XC60. He purchased it from new in June 2011. Since then it has spent many, many weeks back at...