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• vectra di 14 Mar 2003 (Forum)
  . Then this morning the car does what it always does. It will start but it seems to run for a few seconds very rough, like 3 cylinders but not if you know what I mean. Then it will cut out. It always will start for a few seconds then cut out. There has been no lights come on at any time nor is there any now. I took
• astra diesel 7 Jul 2002 (Forum)
  through it, comes on with the ignition then goes out after a few seconds) but my dad (font of all wisdom) reckons they don't have them anymore. If this light isn't glow plug related, anybody know what it is, 'cos now it doesn't go out until the engine is running (helpfully there is no handbook supplied
• Vectra 2.0Di To Dip Or Not To Dip. 22 Feb 2002 (Forum)
  Hi. Q.When to take a dipstick reading I know this sounds like a silly Q but.... I've been running a '96 Vectra 2.0Di for a while now and have read somewhere that they take quite some time for the engine oil to drain to the sump so readings should be taken quite some time (say 1hr+) after the car
• Sierra - What no spark? 26 Oct 2001 (Forum)
  new. Strange but it has run a couple of times for about 10-15 seconds before cutting out and wont restart. Carb has been cleaned out. Thought it may only be running on what's in the float chamber, but dont think that's it or it would go each time it refilled when turned over. 12v approx is present
• Volvo C70 - Automatic in neutral when parked up for long time? 22 Sep 2024 (Forum)
  Soon to be putting my Volvo mk1 C70 auto away in the garage for autumn/winter hibernation, and I have a battery pack at the ready, though I'll be getting her out once a month to allow her to run for a good few mins.   The question I have is, would it be worthwhile leaving the car
• Ford Mustang questions 20 Dec 2023 (Forum)
  to UK buyers? How easy is it owning and running a Ford Mustang? If you are thinking of going in to Mustang ownership, which would be a good entry level Mustang to own? Which Ford Mustang do you consider to be the greatest of all
• Nissan Juke versus Toyota Aygo 18 Dec 2023 (Forum)
  Hi.  It's time now to update my 16 yo Citroen C1.  I've fallen in love with both the cars above (subject box).  However, which is the cheapest to run?  Are the wheels on the Juke pricier than the wheels on the Aygo, for example, if I ever needed to replace them.  To me
• Renault Kadjar - Is it good news? Have I been lucky? 22 Feb 2023 (Forum)
  I posted 2 years ago. My Renault Kadjar turbo ended.  At only 28k Miles. It's now on 50k.  Renault said it was the bearings and the oil sump was silver.  Engine was flushed and new turbo/intercooler/piping was replaced. 2 services later car is running
• Vw mk6 golf 1.6 tdi - Engine cutting out 25 Aug 2022 (Forum)
  Hi, my daughters vw occasionally cuts out and when she tries to start it it will turn over but won’t run. After a few minutes it will go. This has happened 2 to 3 times over the last 6 months at very awkward times. Someone has mentioned it could be a relay sticking but there are quite a few
• Honda Jazz - Wiper scratches on windshield? 24 Feb 2022 (Forum)
  in or out. I tried wiping and pressure washing but it didn't come off.   Is there anything else I could do to investigate?   Any help would be appreciated thank you   [Thread already running in the other forum]
• Ford C-MAX - ford 1.6 diesel 16 Oct 2021 (Forum)
  Hello all I'm still looking into getting a run around and my next question is what is the 1.6 tdci engine like in terms of reliability . I have it in the back of mind that its not so good but cant remember why or seem to find why ( but still looking ) . what to go for the 1.6 tdci
• Honda Civic - New car questions 18 Aug 2021 (Forum)
  After a brief interest in Mazda and again complete apathy from the local dealer I've decided to buy a new 1.5 Civic sport. Couple of questions as this is my first new car :   Do modern cars need running in what should I avoid doing if so ?   Didn't go
• Any (Toyota?) - Cheap second car 19 Dec 2020 (Forum)
  Am thinking about getting a cheap second car just for the school drop/pick. Somewhere around £2000 (or less, can't justify spending more for what would be just a 3 mile run). Would be for 2-3 years. Want to keep the cost down, so probably 0 road tax (or minimal), low insurance, minimal
• VW Golf MK5 - NO POWER 10 Dec 2020 (Forum)
  hi, I have a MK5 Golf 1.6 fsi (BLF) that has no power. it starts and runs fine but when you accelerate it is like the handbrake is on. I have scanned the ECU and come back with a P000A fault "A" camshaft position slow response ( bank1 ). I have replaced the timing chain and tensioner
• Is towing a car behind a motorhome safe? 17 Nov 2020 (Forum)
  It's Easter weekend and I saw a motorhome towing a VW Polo using a rigid bar. Clearly, the owner wants to use the car at his destination, so he could be towing it a long way. I worked in a recovery garage 20-odd years ago and we were told the rigid bars were only suitable for short runs
• Challenges for Electric Vehicle Production - Can w 7 Jul 2020 (Forum)
  Hey guys,   I've recently written an article which looks at the current limitations of electric cars, as well as how it affects potential new buyers and whether or not it is sustainable for the entire planet to run Electric Cars at the moment. I'd love to get some thoughts
• Ford focus 2001 1.6 - Fan not kicking in 11 Sep 2019 (Forum)
  Hi everyone hope someone could help me with my ford focus 2001 zetec se engine. I'm having issues with my engine running hot but my gauge showing it halfway (checks on my friend diagnostic and showing 110c and higher).  I have disconnect the temperature sensor inbetween the 2 spark plugs
• 2017 Ford Fiesta Titanium - 2017 Ford Fiesta battery problems 7 Aug 2019 (Forum)
  I am having problems with the battery on a 2017 (registered  Jan 2018) Fiesta. After parking up for 2 weeks the battery was completely flat. Even after long runs (300 miles) the battery is testing at 50% charge. The Stop-Start ceases to work as the battery is below 85%. The dealer has so
• Any - 'No brainer' fuel change 22 Jul 2019 (Forum)
  It is reported that the E10 gives a slightly poorer fuel economy (perhaps 1%) - and presumably a slight reduction in power output. This would seem to run completely counter to HJ's frequent exhortations to use V-Power or other premium fuels - I wonder whether he will comment in his column?
• Astra G smoking 1 Jul 2019 (Forum)
  Hi   I have a 51 plate astra g 1.6 16v.  When cold is a bit sluggish but kind of accepted given the age.  Runs fine until the engine gets to 90 degrees then I get a white cloud on pulling off in 1st and a smaller cloud when accelerating hard.  There's