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• Volvo V70 T5 (2001) - Winter Tyres on Steel Wheels 28 Nov 2010 (Forum)
  Standard tyres on my car are 225/45 R17  If i want to put winter tyres on steel wheels and gain the benefit of deeper tyres say 185/65 R15 or 205/55 R16 which size wheel will fit and not impede my brakes? Bearded John
• Subaru Legacy and Outback Petrol (2004 - 2009) - 03 2.4 'Shunt' sensation on auto box when stopping 12 Jan 2010 (Forum)
  In stop start traffic when I brake gently and then roll to a rest and then put on a little gas, I'm getting a very noticeable shunt sensation from the gearbox. Any thoughts? Thanks
• Vauxhall Astra F (1991 - 1998) - 96 1.6 Auto - EML coming on. 23 Nov 2009 (Forum)
  My engine management light come on when I decellerate or brake from speeds above 60 mph, this does not occur every time nor does it happen at speeds below 60 mph. My car is a Vauxhall Astra 1.6 GLS Automatic
• Rover 45 (1999 - 2005) - 03 2.0 Knocking sound!!! 26 May 2009 (Forum)
  Hi, when I turn my wheel to the left I get a knocking which sounds like its coming from the steering column, any ideas? had brake pads and disc replaced so not them! no play in steering wheel and drives bril apart from this knocking. Lorraine
• Peugeot 406 (1999 - 2004) - 03 1.8 Possible ABS fault 23 Apr 2009 (Forum)
  Sometimes when I brake pretty lightly in my 53 plate 406 Rapier, the ABS seems to activate as if the road is slippy when it could be totally dry. I have read about the sensors in the hubs being dirty but is this right ?? Any help greatly appreciated.
• Speed camera saves a life! 19 Jan 2009 (Forum)
  Story from Cape Town... This weekend saw some horrendous winds blowing - still howling outside, and hasn't stopped since Saturday. Last night a huge tree was blown over onto the road, missing a motorist "by inches". She had just braked, as there is a speed camera there, and she wanted to bring her
• Ford C-MAX (2003 - 2010) - 05 Rear pad replacement. 9 Jan 2008 (Forum)
  Replacing all pads on C-Max (05) ghia. Fronts I have no problem with. Please some info on the rears. Has electronic parking brake. Is this disabled at the caliper or just turn ignition on to release? And do I need a special tool to wind piston into caliper?
• Nuts and Bolts 5 Nov 2007 (Forum)
  Quick warning. If your car has alloy wheels and a steel 'emergency wheel', DON'T USE THE ALLOY WHEEL'S BOLTS TO FIT THE EMERGENCY WHEEL. What usually happens is they are so long they go right through the hubs and interfere with the brakes. There shoud be a special set of bolts for the steel
• MOT Failure? 6 Apr 2007 (Forum)
  Changed the brake pads on the wife's 02 Fiesta a couple of days ago. While doing so, I noticed that both the driveshaft gaiters (correct name?) were worn and one was split. I'm aware for mechanical longevity they will need to be replaced. However, the car is due an MOT in a few weeks. Will it fail
• new Galaxy ............thoughts? 27 Oct 2006 (Forum)
  Bought the new mk 3 galaxy last week, base model lx i.8 tdci engine. So far impressions have been all good, very peppy engine, sharp brakes and very slick gearbox. Inside room is also cavernous, have been a few less than favourable comments about its appearance..........................any
• Buying Used cars in Sweden 22 Jun 2006 (Forum)
  I heard on the radio today that when swedish cars are three years old they have an MOT test which is so strict that it demands that the cars entire braking system is replaced.It was claimed that lots of cars are scrapped early in their life and replaced with a new one, has anyone ony knowledge
• renault scenic yes or no? 9 Jun 2006 (Forum)
  Hi,my wife is considering a new 108 bhp deisel ,there seems to be plenty of room inside but is the engine up to a family of 4 and the cars weight? at the moment she has a 1.2 clio which struggles on hills when half full and we dont want the same problem! Also any probs with trim ,engine ,brakes etc
• CItroen Synergie Handbrake 2 Apr 2006 (Forum)
  My handbrake is not working on my synergie. it pulls up and puts the brakes on but wont stay in position and does'nt make the clicking noise. Is the handbrake replacement a big job? Would it be best to let a garage to do it? Any comments on this car would be good as i am thinking of getting rid
• passat tdi revs not returning to idle 14 Mar 2006 (Forum)
  hi can anybody help me? my 1996 passat 1.9 tdi (fly by wire) has a problem where slowing down for a corner , junction or roundabout the engine revs stays up and i have to brake hard to slow the car then after a little delay the revs drop back. the car runs fine otherwise and is regulary serviced.
• BMW 318se 8 Jan 2006 (Forum)
  I've just bought a Y reg 318se with 88,000 miles on the clock. It has got full service history but is due a service now and I'm going to use a local garage. What needs to be done and what should I get him to change just to be on the safe side eg cambelt, brake discs etc. Any advise is most
• Praise for a Renault Scenic. 25 Nov 2005 (Forum)
  Had one as a hire car today. Shattered a few illusions, Strong 1.9 diesel, smooth and quiet thing linked to a very nice 6 speed box, nice electronic hand-brake. Seemingly as well made, good radio but a blinking fustrating heated rear window - the timer interval is unreal. Yes, I could buy one if I
• Ford Ka Stalling 16 Mar 2005 (Forum)
  Hi there, R reg Ford Ka, keeps stalling under braking - even lightly. Starts again no problem on starter motor. Seems to idle a bit roughly as well, yet seems quite smooth when revved. Anyone got any ideas on what could be causing this please? My main idea is the idle speed control valve
• Corsa 2001, squeal when turning 2 Dec 2004 (Forum)
  Just starting happening, when I turn right to go around a roundabout or turning right at a junction the nearside front wheel squeals, like a rubbing brake pad, it only happens as the steering load is going onto the wheel. Have I picked a piece of grit that only rubs when turning right. Any thoughts
• Proximity Detector 15 Oct 2004 (Forum)
  Taking the Passat into the dealer today for a warranty item, when bing bong dashboard lights up with CHECK BRAKE PADS. What was going to be a free visit turned into £123 for changing the front pads. £45 pads plus one hour labour £60 pus VAT. Must be grateful that discs are still OK at 54K. -- I
• Polo 1.6CL (100BHP) Burning Smell 2 Apr 2004 (Forum)
  Hi Guys, My Polo (P reg) has developed a slight burning smell when I'm in reverse. The car had a new clutch put in Jan 2003. Its going in to the garage on Wednesday for rear brake change, so I'll mention it to them then, but was hoping someone here might be able to suggest something. Cheers