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• Nissan D21 Pickup - Random power loss 8 Jun 2010 (Forum)
  seems to vary quite a lot, its not too extreme, I can keep up with other traffic etc and there does not appear to be any pattern to it. But it will just loose power suddenly, it feels like turbo lag or like the brakes are being lightly applied. Then, very gradualy it will wear off
• Nissan Micra (1992 - 2003) - 97 1.0 I have a problem with my automatic gearbox 21 Feb 2010 (Forum)
  Hi Everyone, I need some advice about my R reg Automatic 1.0 micra. I only got it on Sunday. It was fine on the test drive. I have been driving it everyday since I got it, only 4-5 miles a day. I have now noticed that when I slow down and brake or when I am sitting in traffic. The car is making
• Nissan Terrano II (1993 - 2005) - 99 2.7 ECU light 30 Dec 2009 (Forum)
  much better now but seem to be using much more diesel. . After a few days my ECU light came on and if i press my brake it go's off again then stays off for a week or two i have no loss of power when it comes on , I would be greatfull for any help cheers Derek
• Driving in snow - advice? 24 Dec 2009 (Forum)
  I had to my first snow driving tonight, my road had about 1 inch snow on it. As I left my road I felt my back wheels slipping (the rear tyres have about 5mm tread on them) and I managed to get down the road at about 10mph then slowly braked but then it felt like I lost all grip and the car skidded
• Rolls Royce - Well I guess there might be a manual... 23 Dec 2009 (Forum)
  tells me its brakes are seized. I told him if he knows Citroens he might get on ok with the Royce but he asked me if there is something like a Haynes manual for the model! I have put him in touch with the Rolls Royce Enthusiasts' Club French branch but I wonder if there's anywhere he might find
• Peugeot 307 (2001 - 2007) - buying an ex-hire car can be a very good idea. 24 Oct 2009 (Forum)
  I bought an 04 Peugeot 307 1.4 diesel turbo estate, 96k, FSH, 12 months MoT, good tyres/brakes, for £2400. The thing is I bought it from a small locally owned hire company. I figured that if it had reached 96,000 miles and still drove as solidly as it did it must be ok. Took it for a full
• A modification? 1 Oct 2009 (Forum)
  Had a big debate about this the other evening and wondered what you lot thought. A friend has changed the standard brakes on his car. He has fitted drilled and slotted disks and red high performance pads (the make of which will come back to me in a second) as he found the OEM parts faded under
• Honda Civic UK (1995 - 2000) - 96 1.6 Automatic-Handbrake does not hold 28 Sep 2009 (Forum)
  Its mum's car. !996 N reg/5 door with 54k She says when in drive with the handbrake on the car moves forward, with a groaning noise coming from the rear brakes. I have tested it myself and it does seem that the passenger rear caliper is not working, as the car lurches to one side when moving
• Peugeot 106 (1991 - 2002) - 94 1.4d lack of power 17 Sep 2009 (Forum)
  and water seem clean. I've drained the fuel filter and tried again with the air box off. It starts up very well and the engine is very quiet (compared to a 306 1.9d with 165k anyway) I've got a new fuel filter and air filter in the post. The brakes are not dragging, I've checked each wheel. Do you have
• Ford Focus (1998 - 2004) - 00 1.6 Replacement Clutch Query... 14 Sep 2009 (Forum)
  brake test. It just wants to creep forward. I have two questions - A. How much should I reasonably expect to pay a good indie garage to replace it? And, B. if I were to have the cam belt and pulleys changed at the same time, am I likely to save myself much in the way of labour costs, as opposed
• Nissan Sunny (1991 - 1995) - 94 1.4 auto.Doesn't move when pressing accelerator 13 Sep 2009 (Forum)
  to switch off. once the car has picked up speed, I can drive it and feel the gears changing normally. The problem starts again if I brake or stop at a junction or bring the car to rest. There is no problems with starting the car or any misfiring. Any suggestions or help would be much appreciated
• Ford Mondeo III (2000 - 2007) - Falken Tyres For My Mondeo? 30 Apr 2009 (Forum)
  I really must get rid of the rubbish budget Chinese tyres on my Mondeo III Estate, wet grip/braking in particular is hopeless. I'm not convinced I need premium brands at £120 a corner and had been thinking about Vredestein Ultracs which I've liked in the past. However Falken tyres are mentioned
• Ban tractors from dual carriageways? [Read Only] 17 Apr 2009 (Forum)
  at motorway speeds, and I've been caught out along with everyone else that drives the road by coming across a tractor doing 15mph. It can be avoided by looking a long way ahead, as you should, but the only indication is usually heavy braking ahead. Is it about time tractors are banned from fast dual
• Volkswagen Golf III (1992 - 1997) - 95 2.0 Rust / hole underneath 28 Mar 2009 (Forum)
  ? It is quite big (i can get 4 fingers in there and feel the carpet) The car is due a MOT shortley. Will this be a fail? Can it be welded? The hole is next to 3 lines (fuel line and brake line i assumme) or can we get some of that sticky metal sheet and put that over it? (wil it pass the MOT like
• Citroen Xsara (1997 - 2004) - 02 2.0HDI Cold start problem 27 Jan 2009 (Forum)
  My car has recently exhibited a cold start problem. Two faults found - a brake fault code (unrelated?) and all 4 glowplugs were dead. The fault code was cleared and the glowplugs replaced. Result - still fires on what sounds like one cylinder from cold with lots of smoke and lumpy running. I can
• Suzuki Grand Vitara (1998 - 2005) - 01 1,6 Engine stalling when coming to rest 14 Jan 2009 (Forum)
  he has said to me, (eg clutch position dependent, braking?, gradient, electrical load hrw+ headlights). But I do not necessarily expect an coherent analytical report. Does it suffer from ICV or equiv problems? Are there any known fault areas on this model ? Car is in the South of France, so
• Nissan Primera IV p12 (2002 - 2006) - Tyre Choice - 16" 16 Dec 2008 (Forum)
  Looking to replace tyres for Primera. Size is 205/60/16. Michelin website suggests Energy Saver in H or V speed or Primacy HP in V speed. All are 92 Load Index, so no difference here. Which is a better tyre to choose? Safety is important - roadholding and braking performance, also ride quality
• Overtaken driver accelerating 1 Dec 2008 (Forum)
  she realises that the school car is pacing her, so she has to boot the vehicle considerably more to get by safely. Yes she could have braked and tucked in behind, but anyone idiotic enough to accelerate hard when someone is overtaking could really do anything, so she didn't trust the car
• Peugeot 306 (1993 - 2001) - 99t 1.9td steering overpulling when cornering 1 Nov 2008 (Forum)
  are new or replaced in last 6 weeks wheel alignment was also done brakes replaced 3 months ago all fluids at good level this has caused me to skid and have had a few near misses needless to say not being driven right now. It has 120k on the clock as always thank you in advance for any suggestions very
• Parking on a very steep driveway 10 Oct 2008 (Forum)
  into the road. How secure is it to leave a car parked in gear? What are the chances of it slipping out of gear? When I get the handbrake tightened up, should I park the car, set the handbrake, release the brake pedal and then leave it in gear so that the handbrake takes the strain with the engine as a backup