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toyota verso 2.2 auto - gearbox oil change 10 Jul 2013 (Forum)
I am changing the oil on my Verso at 6500 miles prior a run down to Spain. The first service will be done in October. Is it prudent to change the Auto box fluid as well. I used to change my last Verso (Petrol) engine oil every 5-6ooo miles and the auto box oil every 30000 miles, and both were -
Vauxhall Corsa - See Video Horrible rattle on startup 5 Jun 2013 (Forum)
to it. Note my comedy run too and from the car to turn the camera on/off! -
Diesel or Petrol? 31 Mar 2013 (Forum)
I drive for work around 50 miles per night, stopping and starting but not long enough for the engine to get really cold. I then drive around 20 miles during the day, school run etc. In September I will be starting Uni, 11 miles each way on the motorway. I've been looking at Diesels -
£3000 to spend on a car in Birmingham - Help 14 Mar 2013 (Forum)
the car for work so need somthing reliable (and cheap to run) as i buy and sell from auction houses around the country Any help would be much appreciated s -
Vauxhall Corsa C - MAP sensor 4 Mar 2013 (Forum)
Hi I had an engine management light come on on my wifes Corsa. Its 2008 1.2 model. The code was 0068 MAF/MAP sensor. All the breather pipes and pipes to the sensor were a bit 'gungy' and have been cleaned. Following this the car starts and runs better -
renault kangoo 1.5 dci - df133 combustion cylinder 4 fault code 16 Feb 2013 (Forum)
i have an 03 plate 1.5 dci kangoo ive had cylinder head off and ever since had nothing but trouble with it firstly it wouldnt start,had all 4 injectors overhauled put them back in today it now starts but wont rev up and it runs half off a cylinder i have a fault code of df133 -
Citroen C3 1.4 HDi 2006 - Citroen C3 1.4 HDi 2006 - Squeeky when started 18 Jan 2013 (Forum)
Hi, My C3 when first started makes quite a loud squeeky noise that runs in rythm to the usual noise of the engine turning over. It only lasts for about 10 mins and I guess once the engine has warmed up that's when it stops. I don't think this is too normal :/ . Any advice -
Honda Crv - Why is there condensation the inside of windscreen 6 Jan 2013 (Forum)
Hello. With the frosty nights, I have had to demist my windscreen. Twice in a row there has been condensation running down my windscreen and drops of water from the sunroof. All windowns and sunroof closed. I am demisting using the A/C on full with windscreen vents. I think hot air - though -
Lexus IS 220D - Lexus IS lagging below 2000 revs 1 Nov 2012 (Forum)
the EGR valve and MAF sensor, run a number of cleaners through but sadly no progress. No lights showing on the managment side so please help!! -
Peugeot 307 - Flexible Pipe Hanging Down Underneath 11 Sep 2012 (Forum)
the gear stick is. Pipe is dry; not dripping liqud. Haven't jacked it up to have a good look. I guess it is some kind of overflow? Car runs fine. Can I leave it until the next service? -
Any - When Will the Americans Learn 20 Aug 2012 (Forum)
Just got back from an epic holiday to Southern California, and could'nt help noticing that a large proportion of their cars were still mega gas guzzlers, even though regular Gasoline is now about 66p a litre. I know its still less than half what we pay but it must still hurt running -
Small, automatic's. 17 Aug 2012 (Forum)
of the same car or Yaris, however I have since read of the horror stories surrounding the MMT box. Can anyone recommend a good auto that is as cheap to run as an Aygo and costs between 5.5k and 6k? Thanks -
Nissan - Which Primera 16 Aug 2012 (Forum)
2. Nissan Primera 1999(S), Mileage 120000 1.6 July 2013 MOT Looking forward to your comments . I really need a run around for a year until I can afford a better car. MANY Thanks -
Fiesta Zetec 12.5 V Reg - Heater 9 Aug 2012 (Forum)
in hot weather! The only thing ive noticed is, when ignition turned over, all the dials go to max and then back to norm when running. Wondering if this is normal, or maybe something to do with it? Regards Johnny -
MGF VVC 1997 - wont start in rain 6 Aug 2012 (Forum)
it the engine runs at 1500 revs tickover. i have been to three garages and they all say different except price will be min £500 !!!!!!! can you please help (Edit - typo corrected) -
Audi A6 - DRL's Fitted But Low Visual Output? 6 Aug 2012 (Forum)
Philips LED Daylight 8 - Daytime Running Kit (DRL) | PowerBulbs -
Citroen ZX 1.9turbo - water leak 2 Jul 2012 (Forum)
changed the radiator on the wife`s zx yesterday, seemed to take alot of water to fill up but eventually did, so took it for a short run to clear air lock`s and seemed all good. checked the level last thing as she was leaving for work eary and again all good, but she rang me a couple of hour`s -
Vauxhall Zafira A - Zafira Elegance ECU 20 Feb 2012 (Forum)
having trouble finding one that matches but there are others that match my engine but not the numbers on the ecu. Except for the slight misfire the car runs fine. -
peugeot 306 xsi 1999 - 306 xsi non starter 11 Feb 2012 (Forum)
had a flat battery this morning its be on its way out so invested in a new one after work fitted but the car will not start just turns over and over and i have no idea where to start i did use jump leads to get it running this morning and it started straight away since fitting -
1.7 Astra ls Isuzu engine - Waterpump replacement 17 Jan 2012 (Forum)
Hi my waterpump started to leak and need replacing .I have some mechanical skill but would like to know how big a job it is as I cant see how to slack the belts to get pump of . The old girl has 215000 on the clock and is starting to show her age but runs on vegie oil .Lot cheaper than diesel .I