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  • Volvo XC60 leap of faith? 3 Apr 2018 (Forum)
    Thinking of my first suv and I like the XC60. In my 30s like the r design trim especially Luca r design with full leather. Want the 2.0 diesel £30 tax just wondering if anyone has any views,running costs , problems with these?
  • Toyota Auris and Auris HSD - road noise 7 Jan 2018 (Forum)
    My 2010 auris hybrid runs on michelin primacy hp r17 tyres. I love the car and agree with everything Honest John says in his road test. But road noise is intrusive. Do I have the right tyres? 
  • Honda CR-V 2ltr auto 2010 - Alternator belt 4 Jul 2017 (Forum)
    Does any one have a diagram of the route the alternator runs on the above car please I just want to make sure I get it right (I will take photo's just in case) Alan
  • Vauxhall Astra mk4. 2002 - Lpg 19 Apr 2016 (Forum)
    My Astra has factory fitted LPG can anyone tell me what make the system is or were I can find thi information,its running a bit rough on gas but OK on petrol need to know we're the filters are, thanks Saundo
  • Any - Six forward gears manuals 31 Oct 2015 (Forum)
    Wanting to increase my knowledge. I've noticed a number of cars now have six forward gears.  I expect this is to do with fuel efficiency. However, does it affect driving style ? Is it O.K. just to use five of the gears ? Any increase in running costs ?
  • Ford Transit - Ford Transit electrical problems 25 Oct 2015 (Forum)
    My internal lights only work when ignition key is in and turned to 11 ... also, when i am at a standstill and the engine isnt running everything turns off after about 30 seconds ... do i have major problems?
  • VAUXHALL ASTRA TWINTOP - EGR REMOVAL 14 May 2015 (Forum)
    I have been thinking of removing my egr valve on my twintop 1.9 cdti and 1.3 cdti estate. Has anyone else had this done , if so did the vehicle run ok. Would it fail the emmissions test on the mot.Thanks in advance. steve.
  • Ford StreetKa - muiltypule missfire 14 Nov 2014 (Forum)
    engine starts fine but after a short time starts to missfire changed coil pack plugs leads and plugs erased fault code but aftter a run fault returns machine telling me muiltypule missfire  can anyone help or come up with any ideas thanks
  • Ford Mondeo lx 2001 - car wont start 7 Nov 2014 (Forum)
    Hi, help please. Car was running fine yesterday, but stop off at shop yesterday went to start car back up and nothing! Engine turns but not catching. Tried bump start nothing. Jump start and nothing! 
  • BMW 7 Series, Lexus , Volvo - Recommendations for a large car/ SUV below 8 k 25 Jul 2014 (Forum)
    I was looking for a large car with low running costs. Is there such thing? I was thinking a Volvo or BMW or a Mercedes. Any advice would be much appreciated!
  • W123 estate and Land Rover series 2 SWB diesel - Old diesel engines. 23 Jun 2014 (Forum)
    Old diesel engines are what I have read not fuel self primers. If I run out of diesel how would I start them?
  • On the verge of extinction 7 Nov 2013 (Forum)
    http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2324101/Running-road-Classic-cars-like-Allegro-Montego-Maestro-Marina-Ital-verge-extinction.html Quiite clearly whoever wrote this piece knows nothing about cars. If they did they would know 1.5 million Metros were not produced between 1980 and 1981.
  • Audi Allroad - charging fault 30 Jul 2013 (Forum)
    Hi all. Having issues with the battery charging. When I turn ignition on the battery light doesn't illuminate and when the engines running the battery gauge stays at 12 volts but when you rev it a couple of times the gauge goes up and it starts to charge. Any ideas?
  • Renault Kangoo Van - Hunting(without elephant and gun) 21 Apr 2013 (Forum)
    Anyone well up on modern diesel engine management systems please? `07 DCI  1489cc,startsand runs, but hunts when warm.Had new ECU,no difference. Anyone heard of any issues with this model engine? Thanks.
  • Peugeot 406 petrol - autobox oil level 15 Apr 2013 (Forum)
    I'm making an enquiry on behalf a of a pal.   He wants to know how he can check the oil level in his auto-box.   All the ones I've done up to now need to be done with the engine running, is that the case here?     Dave
  • Renault Scenic Expressions 1.6 Automatic - Auto Warning Light on the Dashboard 2 Apr 2013 (Forum)
    From time to time the Auto light displays when driving.  Turning off the ignition and restarting fixes it, however what does this mean.  There are no other lights displayed with it and the car runs fine.
  • BMW 5 Series E60 - DPF 15 Mar 2013 (Forum)
    Apart from avoiding short runs from cold starts, is there anything else I can do to protect the DPF on my BMW 520d (177)? Will the use of premium grade fuel improve the life of DPF? And what about the grade of engine oil?
  • 2.2 hid - Citroen c8 16 Jan 2013 (Forum)
    After a short run (under 5 miles) when switched off the car is whiring underneath,I believe this to be burning off excess fuel. Does anyone know if this is necessary , could it be disabled .this must waste quite an amount of fuel over the year. Thanks.
  • Mazda 5 or Corrolla Verso 10 Jul 2012 (Forum)
    I want to change my Corolla Verso. I was thinking of upgrading to a 2.2 diesel Verso but have seen the Mazda 5 2.0d which looks good. This would be the main car for a family of 4. Anybody with expereince of running both back to back or any views?
  • ford focus sport 2011 - rear bumper 9 Jul 2012 (Forum)
    how do i find the part number to order a replacement rear bumper for my car the bumper plastic has been cracked by a hit and run driver and i do not want to go through my insurance any help please  
 

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