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  • Subaru Legacy - replacing brake discs 3 May 2007 (Forum)
    Took the Legacy in for 36k service. I told them about about a slight vibration I've been feeling when braking. They said they had found a slight lip on the front discs but it wasn't anything to worry about and they ground the pads down a little to get a good bonbd betwween pad and disc. Drove off
  • Salt water and ABS. Seat Toledo. 5 Jan 2004 (Forum)
    with \"local knowledge\" said it was fine to drive through the flooded roadway, althought there must have been at least 6 inches of water, and at least 100 yards of it to drive through. I got through it no problem. Shortly afterwards, my ABS warning light came on. There was no change in braking performance
  • BMW Z4 - over revving 14 Jul 2019 (Forum)
    Hi, 03 2.5si over revving when applying foot brake?
  • FORD KA - HANDBRAKE 8 Oct 2010 (Forum)
    my hand brake is really hand to get on and still the car moves. can anyone help
  • Do you need to use Park when stopping on a hill in an automatic? 14 May 2024 (Ask HJ)
    In an automatic car is it necessary to use the Park position when sitting on a hill temporarily?
  • Nissan Qashqai 1.5 Diesel. 2010. - Tail lights 10 Mar 2019 (Forum)
     HI, my daughter came home last night and parked her car as normal. In the morning she noticed the rear lights were on but not full brightness. she checked the switches and all were off. The number plate light was off and no sidelights at the front. Not sure if it is the brake lights
  • Renault Scenic 2007. Error code DF188 17 Jan 2016 (Forum)
    I have a 2007 Scenic Hatchback. I have just had a new Electronic Park brake module installed now I am getting the errors "Check ABS" "Check ESP" The errors happen randomly. When I turn off the engine the Errors go away. I had the car Diagnosed by Renault here in Perth, Western Australia
  • Volkswagen Golf SE tsi 2013 - Rear brake discs 30 Oct 2015 (Forum)
    I have a Golf bought brand new exactly two years ago. Mileage is 15,000 and it is used daily. Just had the car serviced and am told The car Ned's...
  • FORD MONDEO ESTATE 2.0L 2002 MODEL,MANUAL GEARBOX - Whine from transmision on Ford Mondeo 11 Sep 2015 (Forum)
    Had clutch replaced on my Ford Mondeo Estate.OK for 6k miles but now when car in gear and driven a substantial whine is noticed. This disappears when clutch is depressed and car allowed to freewheel. Noticed that the brake/clutch fluid is slowly going down.Had all brake pipes replaced
  • Tyre Fuel Efficiency Ratings - Important 7 Aug 2014 (Forum)
    Hi folks, I need four new corners of rubber on my Seat Ibiza ST and looking on Black Circles I have two options: Falken Ziex ZE-914 Ecorun  (Fuel rating E, Wet Braking B, 71DB) or Dunlop SP Sport FastResponse
  • Can I fit 16-inch wheels to my Hyundai ix35? 10 Jun 2014 (Ask HJ)
    I own a 2012 Hyundai ix35 with 18-inch wheels. Is it possible to change these down to a 16-inch alloy with corresponding sized tyre without changing anything...
  • Vauxhall Zafira - ESP light staying on 7 Mar 2014 (Ask HJ)
    The ESP light is on our 2007 Vauxhall Zafira all the time, what could be the cause of this and is it costly to fix?
  • None - Trailer Lighting 24 Jun 2013 (Forum)
    Hi all. I'm seeking some advice before shredding my wiring! I created a  lighting board for a trailer using plyboard. The tail, brake and indicators all work without a problem. The foglight doesn't work at all and when I switch it on it takes power off the number plate light. I've chained
  • Landrover Freelander - Clutch Life 1 Apr 2013 (Forum)
    Hi How long is it possible for a clutch to last? I know you are all going to say that it depends on how you drive, but if you are trying to get to most mileage out of it what would be possible. In order to get the best life out of it, i use the brakes to slow down rather than
  • ford fiesta 98 encore - steering wheel movement and vibration 6 Feb 2013 (Forum)
    , the vibration is felt more at speeds between 20 mph onwards .  There is no pulling left or right or juddering  under braking . I have changed tyres , discs and brakes, had a general look around at wishbones etc and all seemed intact and in resonable order.  Any help/suggestions is appreciated
  • Ford Fiesta 98 encore - steering wheel movement and vibration 4 Feb 2013 (Forum)
    tyres, the vibration is felt more at speeds between 20 mph onwards .  There is no pulling left or right or juddering  under braking . I have changed tyres , discs and brakes, had a general look around at wishbones etc and all seemed intact and in resonable order.  Any help/suggestions
  • Zafira B 2009 - Zafira B rear brake caliper piston rewind tool 15 Jun 2012 (Forum)
    Could someone help me with purchasing a rewind tool .I have found a used one but dont know if it will fit .It is listed as universal but the seller doesnt...
  • bmw e30 - bmw rear brake set up correct or not please? 16 Apr 2011 (Forum)
    my friend has just replaced his rear shoes on his car and i think they are wrong. my reasons for this are the leading edge and trailing edge appear...
  • Volkswagen Passat - engine cuts out on braking and low revs, epc on. 14 Dec 2010 (Forum)
    the engine keeps cutting out when stopping or slowing down sometimes i can keep it going but put i can put my foot nearly to the floor and the rev counter...
  • Should I fit new tyres to the front or rear of my Toyota Auris? 16 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
    My Toyota Auris has done 21,000 miles. The front tyres are at 2mm and the rears at 4mm. Should the new tyres go on the front or the back?
 

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