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  Ask HJ: What’s trending? 8 Aug 2012 (News)
  the air-conditioning on his 2000 Ford Focus blows hot air instead of cold. HJ replied:  “Depends what the problem is. It might be the coolant valve to the heater matrix. This is quite a common failure on Fords. If you
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  A Grand Monday: Ford Granada Scorpio 2 Jul 2018 (News)
  . Three owners, 41k on the clock, MoT, decent interior... although it's not without its issues. A recent coolant change and a new thermostat hints at some cooling issues that might be worth checking out (possibly and air lock). But the vendor is extremely upfront in his description - they're
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  Free fluids check for all SEATs in UK 22 Jun 2009 (News)
  . The free check, which takes just a few minutes to complete and does not need to be booked in advance, covers oil and coolant levels as well as brake fluid and washer bottle. SEAT's expert technicians will advise owners of any levels that need attention and offer a chargeable top-up service where required
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  Haynes launches step-by-step online workshop videos 25 Sep 2017 (News)
  . Drivers can also learn how to replace things like the rear shock absorbers, auxiliary belt, fuel pump coolant, alternator, brake pads, pollen filter, headlight bulbs, plus engine oil and filter. Andrew Golby, global digital director for Haynes Publishing, said, ‘We are now working hard
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  British Motor Heritage's 2014 catalogue is out now 12 Mar 2014 (News)
  Samco silicone coolant hoses Zircotec heat management coatings Renovo hood treatments MGB race parts Startmonkey and Powermonkey recharging products For further details on British Motor Heritage log
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  A Grand Monday: Audi A6 23 Mar 2015 (News)
  . There’s some service history, which shows the car has had new spark plugs, air filter, belts, oil, coolant and brake fluid. It’s also had a new thermostat (we’d suspect a heating issue and want to know how serious this was). New tyres, discs and pads (front) have also been recently fitted
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  Can fuel tanks explode in the hot weather? 27 Jun 2018 (News)
  While the hot weather won’t cause petrol tanks to explode, it can lead to problems for drivers who neglect their car’s general maintenance, with both the engine coolant and oil being worked harder in the summer months. Extreme temperatures can also increase the risk of blow-outs for tyres
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  A Grand Monday: Austin Maestro 1.6HLS 5 Jan 2015 (News)
  of the driver’s door. Under the bonnet, the car’s been recently serviced – new oil and filter, spark plugs, distributor cap, plus fresh coolant. The brakes have also been given a bit of TLC with new wheel cylinders and brake hoses. According to the vendor, the automatic choke
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  Holiday hell predicted this Friday as pre-Christmas traffic DOUBLES 17 Dec 2018 (News)
  . "A single breakdown can bring some roads to a grinding halt, slowing down the Christmas getaway for all of us," said the RAC's patrol of the year, Mark Souster. "A few moments spent checking things like fuel, oil, coolant and screenwash levels and the condition and pressure of tyres
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  Holiday traffic returns to pre-pandemic levels 27 Aug 2021 (News)
  checking tyre pressure and tread, checking oil and coolant levels and topping up where required.  The RAC surveyed 1300 drivers to establish car use trends for the bank holiday weekend. It also worked with transport analytics experts INRIX to identify areas where traffic
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  'Car SOS's Fuzz Townshend launches Classic Friendly garage scheme 10 Jan 2014 (News)
  car insurers. In addition to pre-1960 vehicle safety checks, Classic Friendly also offers buyer’s and seller’s inspections, which includes coolant and brake fluid testing, paint thickness and condition reports and inspection of upholstery, chrome
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  VW Shows Ford EcoSport Competitor in Sao Paulo 23 Oct 2012 (News)
  within the nozzle.  Meanwhile the central infotainment system can pair with the majority of smartphones, providing an intuitive interface.  Above this are mounted auxiliary instrument gauges that display oil pressure, coolant temperature and turbo charge pressure. Volkswagen's plans
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  Millers Oils Top Tips to Make a Car Last Longer 20 May 2010 (News)
  reduce maintenance costs. 4. Maintain you car¹s cooling system and check the coolant level is correct. A cooling system failure can result in your engine failing leading to expensive repair bills. 5. Use a high performance fuel treatment such as Millers Oils ECOMAX
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  A Grand Monday: Peugeot 406 Coupe V6 £450 13 Jul 2015 (News)
  . Do your homework, though. If the engine power is down, it could a dying coolant temperature sensor. If it’s running rough, it could be the coil packs. Make sure that there’s no sign of failing head gaskets, either, as replacing them is reportedly an engine-out job. Fine
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  Now Drivers Can Get The Condition of Their Oil Checked 13 Jun 2014 (News)
  to excessive heat, if it has been in the engine too long or the engine is overheating, or it could be due to the contamination of foreign materials, such as coolant or fuel. “MillerCare provides our customers with a detailed, yet easy to understand, report that covers all of the test results
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  Audi launches BiTurbo TDI in A6 and A7 31 Jan 2012 (News)
  are a smidge slower, taking 5.3 seconds. All models are electronically limited to 155mph. Like the existing TDI engines, the new unit gets start-stop and recuperation systems along with an innovative thermal management system that quickly brings the coolant and oil up to their operating
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  Honda Launches Last Minute Wintercare Programme 25 Nov 2011 (News)
  , tyres, brakes and lights, and will also ensure the engine coolant and screenwash are all filled up. The winter health check costs just £40 and customers will receive a complimentary winter safety kit worth £24.99. This handy pack includes a foldable snow shovel, foil blanket, high
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  Paris Motor Show 2016: Honda officially launches all-new Civic 29 Sep 2016 (News)
  instructions. This primary display is flanked by two smaller colour screens that display coolant-temperature and fuel-level.  The bootspace is almost identical to the old Civic, with 478 litres and the rear seats can be split and folded, while the low
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  A Grand Monday: Tempting Toyota MR2 Mk1 Project - £950 27 Apr 2015 (News)
  . ‘The engine mounted fan kicked in as it should. The idle does surge, which will be caused by air in the system so budget to change the coolant and bleed the system.’ All the electrics work fine including the electric windows and electric mirrors. There are no warning lights on the dashboard
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  Owner review of the month: July 2014 4 Aug 2014 (News)
  the car, in particular the eight-speed transmission, which is described as “sublime.” One problem involving coolant loss was reported but otherwise the owner has been impressed with the 1 Series. He even commends the dealer – Dick Lovett – and explains that a good dealer