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Electrical problem - 1999 Hyundai Coupe 22 Oct 2006 (Forum)
I have a 1999 Hyundai F2 Evolution Coupe, but the engine has started ticking over slowly & a bit eratic. I've found three wires that have pulled out of what looks like a regulater attached to the top of the fuel injection. The problem is i can't get a manual on the car & don't know which colour -
My Audi 80 just this minute died. 4 Oct 2006 (Forum)
Hi, Just topped up with antifreeze 20 mins ago (correct grade for car VAG's own), started up engine spluttering for about 30 secs and just stopped. When starting just turns over. No lights on dash, plenty of fuel in and checked all plugs. Head gasket in good order. Any ideas so I can got out -
Different perspective 25 Sep 2006 (Forum)
I visited this website - http://www.fordforum.com - for an insight into how US buyers of Fords view the company's current problems. I found it a bit depressing. They still seem firmly wedded to buying gas-guzzlers despite the clear indications that more fuel-efficient vehicles such as Japanese -
Astra diesel question 24 Sep 2006 (Forum)
models and Vectra? I am looking to buy one and would prefer the non common rail thinking about simplicity and using bio fuels. Thanks -
vectra electrics 8 Aug 2006 (Forum)
having serious trouble with all interior elecs on 2.0 sri 140....alternator light is on but is charging at 14v interior lights flash windows wont work unless handbrake is off low fuel light flashes all the time all gages and dials dropped to zero but all exterior lighting works fine a engine runs -
Ford escort 1.8TD Died on me 7 Aug 2006 (Forum)
if it is the immobiliser can i bypass it , i assume it imobilises the fuel pump and starter solenoid. Any help would be greatly appreciated -
Is this just common sense? 17 Jul 2006 (Forum)
This article is an American one. It's about analysing virtually every aspect of fuel efficiency in a four by four. Interesting if you have the time to plough through it. I have no real idea whether the stats hold up - I imagine they do? Anybody want to comment on the methodology before I go -
P reg diesel 1800 glx turbo estate 19 Jun 2006 (Forum)
Hello Everybody, Just wondered if anybody can advise me on the diesel fuel sender ??? I have just bought the mondeo diesel estate and filled up the tank and it is only reading between 3/4 and 7/8 full, How difficult is it to change if i have to and are they very expensive. Any help you could -
205 GTi on unleaded? 31 May 2006 (Forum)
Hi there can anyone tell me if I can run a 1990 Peugeot 205 1.9GTi (pre-cat model) on unleaded fuel without any adjustments or loss of performance. I have been told that normal 95RON unleaded would be ok but local peugeot dealer said I could not. Someone else has also now said that super unleaded -
vw polo stalling 24 Apr 2006 (Forum)
My friends car, a vw polo petrol (circa 1996) keeps on stalling when the clutch is pressed in, for e.g. at traffic lights. There was a hose near the fuel regulator which was loose, we pushed it back into its hole and the stalling stopped for a while. But its now back. Sorry i don?t know -
c15 ijector pump failed, help! 23 Nov 2005 (Forum)
Citroen C15 injector pump failed..fuel getting to the pump and the solenoid is tested ok. It's a Lucas pump on a non turbo 1.9d. How hard is this to change and set up. I'm waiting for the manual to arrive, looks like the cambelt / engine mounting has to be removed to gain access, are there any -
diesel auxilliary heater - 1999 Rover 75 21 Nov 2005 (Forum)
be better for fuel economy as well as engine is up to temperature 3 times faster!! -
Bluefin 3 Nov 2005 (Forum)
Hi, I have put a deposit down on an ST200 Mondeo. ( I couldn't find an ST220 within my price range ) The car has Bluefin. I've been told that this Bulefin reprogrammes the ECU to increase BHP by about 5%, quite how I dont know. Does anyone have any experience of Bluefin. The fuel -
punto hgt 05 plate 29 Aug 2005 (Forum)
hi all baught this a coupl of days ago seams ok so far and quite a bit of fun... i used to have a sporting... one thing that i would like some info on though is this on my sporting the fuel filler cap had a place to lock it with a key.. now on the hgt there is no lock??? crazy so what stops -
Peugeot 306 Starting Problems 8 Jul 2005 (Forum)
Recently i bought an S reg (1998) Peugeot 306 (1.6 petrol engine Meridian Model.) The 1st week it drove without problems, but now it refuses to start. I have looked at the fuel pump which is fine and checked the fuses again these are ok, the car turns over when i turn the key so the battery -
Service Tool-Pliers Or chain/claw Wrench 21 Apr 2005 (Forum)
Hi, Im going to service my car and I want to buy some tools to change the oil/fuel filters, Can anyone tell me which one is easier to use as Ive seen Big pliers, chain wrenchs or claw wrenchs??? I was also thinking of buying some axle stands, for normal cars are 1.8 tonne stands ok? Are trolley -
Camry 3.0 "B" service advice 9 Apr 2005 (Forum)
I have a 97 3 litre Camry auto due for a B service; which I have decided to do myself - servicing to date has been Toyota. Value of the car does not justify the £300+ bill any more. There is no Haynes manual available so my questions are 1. where is the fuel filter and what is the replacement -
Ford Fiesta ST Vs Seat Ibiza FR 3 Mar 2005 (Forum)
I am currently looking for a hot hatch in the region of £12000 and have decided on either the Ford Fiesta ST or the Seat Ibiza FR. Can anyone suggest which to go for? Does anyone own either of these cars (user road tests)? Performance and Fuel economy read very similar but im just not sure -
Skippy the Megane 17 Jan 2005 (Forum)
a year ago, so I don't think they could have died by now. Would a fuel problem be possible? -
Car less than 2k? 2 Jan 2005 (Forum)
locally, so preferably cheap on fuel, any help or ldeas? Thanks in advance