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  • Citroen C3 - Back washer pump 1 Mar 2011 (Forum)
    When my wifes C3 is stood without the engine running or key turn on the back washer pump will come on every couple of minutes. I have removed the fuse for the back washer pump and you can hear a relay (maybe) click on and off which I have assumed is the course of the problem. How
  • Corsa 1.4l auto 08 reg - fumes in cabin 26 Feb 2011 (Forum)
    Hi guys , looking for some help there are terrible fumes in the cabin they are like crankcase fumes checked the exhaust it was ok no leaks, no oil leaks,air filter was clean would changing the oil and filter be of any benefit there are no loose or punctured breather pipes the car runs
  • Honda Accord UK (2003 - 2008) - 05 2.2 Problems after changing fuel filter 19 Dec 2010 (Forum)
    Just changed the fuel filter on my accord and it has a device to prime the fuel through, which you pump did that and it starts and runs fine, but if i leave the car for a few hours it wont start untill i prime it again !!
  • Ford Focus 1.8 tddi 52 plate (03) - Can't select reverse 1 Dec 2010 (Forum)
    Hi my car been running fine but sudenly 4th,5th gear are hard to select and cant get reverse at all with the engine runing or not ?? 1st, 2nd & 3rd select ok but feel like they have moved closer to the drivers seat can any one help
  • 98 mazda 323f - losing power 28 Nov 2010 (Forum)
    98 mazda 323f. my car keeps losing power (lights dimming, radio turning off etc...) and the only warning light i get is the airbag warning. does anyone know what could be causing this.? i turn off my heater and pretty much everything else and it seems to run ok again. it starts no prob
  • Peugeot 607 HDI - Coolant Loss Issues 14 Oct 2010 (Forum)
    Hi my car is loosing coolant alot of it, probably over a litre every 20miles or so, with no smoke, no oil mixture, if it was losing that much coolant would the car normally run, it boost up properly with no smoke, i can do 70 , 80 mph with no issues or smoke. Getting it presure tested
  • 4062.0 diesel hdi 2003 eng code rhs - sun roof 12 May 2010 (Forum)
    the sunroof is not working on this vehicle checked for voltage at switch with ign on to-day checked all fuses all ok.  Maybe engine has to be running for voltage at switch can anybody shed  any light on this.   Wiring diagram.   Fuse location
  • Renault Scenic (2003 - 2009) - 04 1.9 dCi - loss of power and "check injection" 15 Feb 2010 (Forum)
    SWMBO has just called. The Scenic's lost power and has flagged up "Check Injection". Seems to be running fine, just completely gutless. Not smoking, no funny noises. On its way to the dealer now. Any ideas what we're looking at? Cheers DP
  • Ford Focus (1998 - 2004) - 02 1.6 Engine Warning Light 10 Sep 2009 (Forum)
    Hi all. My engine warning is on...steady light no flashing. Don't understand it, as car is running perfectly, all electrics working just fine. Should I get it checked, or is there a way I can reset it and switch it off? Has anyone else had a similar fault? Thanks Willow
  • Just don't look down 4 Aug 2009 (Forum)
    I hear this evening on the news this evening that the authorities who run the QE 2 bridge at the Dartford crossing are discontinuing the service that they have been providing of supplying a driver for those who are unable to drive across themselves because they are terrified of heights
  • ethanol and mpg - Fords new engine 31 May 2009 (Forum)
    I seem to recall that a few members of the BR experimented with adding ethanol to petrol to improve mpg. It now seems that Ford have been researching this and designed a "direct-injection ethanol engine". The engine runs on petrol but injects ethanol when maximum power is needed. The use
  • Popup causes explorer to crash 29 May 2009 (Forum)
    of the HJ popup, but circumstantial evidence suggests... Running 7.0.5730.13
  • Your priorities when choosing a car? 2 Mar 2009 (Forum)
    Arrange the following with those at the top being of greatest importance. These are mine: 1. Value for money 2. Handling/Performance 3. Reliability/Quality 4. Running costs 5. Active safety 6. Passive safety 7. Ride quality 8. Interior space 9. Luxury equipment 10. Aesthetics
  • MINI MINI Cooper and S R56 (2007 - ) - Mixing makes of Tyres 14 Feb 2009 (Forum)
    Mini Cooper S 2006, needs new front tyres after 11000 miles they are 205/45/R17 84V SP Sport Dunlop Run Flat. is it ok to have different makes of tyre ie Dunlops rear different make front. Your views please.
  • London to Edinburgh on a Tankfull 5 Feb 2009 (Forum)
    - the validity of this claim? I would be prepared to do the run for them, all expenses paid , of course.
  • Ford Mondeo III (2000 - 2007) - 2007 2.0 water dripping into boot 30 Jan 2009 (Forum)
    Is this a common fault with Mondeos, when i open the boot on my 2.0 Zetec Hatchback the rain water runs off either side of the raised hatch and into the boot. Is there a quick fix or do i have to wipe the rear window and bodywork every time i open the boot.
  • Vauxhall Vectra C (2002 - 2008) - 1.8 VVT - Real world m.p.g? 24 Jan 2009 (Forum)
    I'm going to look at a brand new Vectra Exclusiv today and was wondering if anyone can report what their real world mpg is on long runs? I commute twice weekly, a distance of 400 miles and would hope to be getting at least the combined 40mpg they quote as achievable.
  • Top Gear Thread - Volume 38 [Read Only] 15 Dec 2008 (Forum)
    Was just going to watch the re-run of Sunday's TG on Beeb 2. I missed most of the Sunday one, only to discover that Bill Oddie, Kate Humble & co. are on instead. Ms Humble is quite scenic but I am a bit disappointed. If the JC gaffe was/is the problem why not edit or bleep it out for goodness sake ? :-(
  • Audi A4 B6 (2001 - 2005) - 03 1.9tdi immobiliser 18 Nov 2008 (Forum)
    when i put the key in the ignition and start the car it cuts out straight away.the immobiliser light on the panel flashes, this happens a couple of times then itll start and run. its only done it a few times but id rather get it sorted out. if anyone's got any info, be very grateful.cheers
  • Turbo diesel or not 27 Oct 2008 (Forum)
    that diesel fuel is about ten pence more per litre, a turbo might not be any cheaper to run than a petrol vehicle.
 

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