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• Volkswagen Polo III (1994 - 1999) - 99 1.6 auto - ABS light is on. 14 Oct 2009 (Forum)
  hi my polo 1.6 automatic 1999 abs light came on i already changed the 2 front sencer code test shows 001 abs pump faulty any idea what need to do battery terminal looks bit rusty in fuses {subject header changed to give brief details of question being asked}
• Volvo C70 (2000 - 2005 ) - 00 2.0 can the day running lights be turned off? 6 Oct 2009 (Forum)
  is it possible to turn off the dip beam lights that automatically turn on when the car starts.I beleive that volvo dealers can do it by resetting part of the cars ecu,however they are likely to charge £40 plus . Is their a DIY option.The function seems to irritate other drivers who often flash
• Skoda Octavia I (1998 - 2004) - 05 1.6 Auto adjusting cambelt tensioner 26 Aug 2009 (Forum)
  We have a dispute with a car supersite and would like to make sure of our facts before complaining too loudly. This concerns the automatically adjusting cambelt tensioner pully on the Skoda (VW) 1.6L petrol engine. When you hold it in your hand should it spin freely as a bearing should, or does
• Smallest 6+ seater. 26 May 2009 (Forum)
  at. Needless to say I may be replacing the Outback [sigh] so would like something automatic, good to drive, and quick.
• Does any auto gearbox last the life of the car? 15 Apr 2009 (Forum)
  I want to go for an automatic gearbox when I buy my next car, but I read a lot about them giving problems. Are any cars renowned for trouble-free auto boxes? I am looking at the new C5. According to HJ's report on the previous C5, the auto gave all sorts of problems. What about the Avensis
• Audi A4 B6 (2001 - 2005) - 02 2.0 Problems with boot lock 9 Mar 2009 (Forum)
  Hi, Recently purchased an Audi A4 avant automatic 2.0l. There seems to be a problem with the boot lock. It won't shut properly and I seem to have to drive round with it open and can't lock it at night. Any common problems that I should know of and how would I go about rectifying the problem? Cheers
• Toyota - 2008 1.4 engine assist 14 Jan 2009 (Forum)
  My Diesel D-4D automatic has had its "engine assist" fade in 2000 miles from new. Engine assist is the partial engagment of the clutch when the brakes are released to make the take up smoother. My 2006 car (same model) had the same fault. Is this a known Yaris gearbox fault? I have a friend who has
• Renault Clio II (1998 - 2001) - 99 1.6 injection light 12 Jul 2008 (Forum)
  hi ya just bought a automatic clio rxe 99 and seems fine apart from a couple of times when u put yer foot down it makes a clonk noise, then the injection light comes on and car looses power a bit, if u turn ignition off and restart its fine again? have i bought a bucket?
• Hyundai - Hyundai Matrix 24 Jun 2008 (Forum)
  Hi, im no to well up on Hyundai Matrix prices GSI 05 plate 1.6 automatic 11 months mot 23 months warranty left 15,000 miles full service history needs taxing mint condition - like new. the owner is an elderly lady. how much is it worth now? i know from speaking to the lads at hyundai i use
• Ford Mondeo III (2000 - 2007) - Mondeo vs Rover Sterling 9 Jun 2008 (Forum)
  I own a regular 2004 mondeo 2 litre manual petrol. My friend acquired (very cheaply), a Rover 827 Sterling automatic on an M plate (1993?) and claims not only is it faster than my car but also apparently more fuel economical as well because the engine doesn't need to be pushed as hard. Does anyone
• Vauxhall Omega (1994 - 2003) - 98 2.5 Auto gearbox 'thumping' into gear 4 Jun 2008 (Forum)
  2.5 V6 Elite with 110k on the clock - on a few occasions recently the gearbox has held on to 2nd gear too long and when it changed up it has done so with a thump. One time this was a very hard thump and the fault message 'automatic gearbox' appeared on the computer display. Any ideas would
• Renault Espace (1997 - 2002) - 1998 2.2 smoking on startup 11 May 2008 (Forum)
  My renault espace deisel. When starting smokes (blue white)and misses for 20 minutes, and then goes perfectly all day. Have checked the EGR valve and no problem there. Checked the cylinder head and ok. Looks like the automatic choke is stikking, but I dont think this has one? would be gratefull
• Ford Mondeo III (2000 - 2007) - 01 1.8 handbrake adjustment 29 Apr 2008 (Forum)
  Can anyone advise me how to adjust the handbrake on my 01 1800 Mondeo.It looks like there is some sort automatic mechanism on the handbrake lever,but how does this work? I have replaced the rear pads and discs and the h/brake works ok but the lever still comes up a bit too far,in my opinion.Can
• Citroen Saxo (1997 - 2003) - 1999 1.1i - idle/carb 14 Mar 2008 (Forum)
  automatically adjust the idle?? Thanks, Richard.
• Breakdown Cover - Observations? Recommendations? 7 Nov 2007 (Forum)
  Folks, We're with AA, Option 200, paying £114.yr. Homestart, Relay, etc. This has always seemed a tad expensive, but Mrs g and and I are covered for both cars. MoreThan offered me a deal bundled with insurance renewal today, circa £35.00 for one car. Are these "cheap deals"? It had automatic
• Road Tolls in Peak District? 26 Sep 2007 (Forum)
  these are the automatic sensors needed for the tolling. Does anyone know if this scheme is being pushed ahead or am I just paranoid?
• 05 Astra 1.8 - Rattle on startup 12 Aug 2007 (Forum)
  I've bought an Astra H 1.8 automatic 55 plate via Network Q. I'm new to Vauxhalls so I'm not sure of a rattle on startup, it comes from the offside of the engine where I think the belts would be. After a few miles the sound disappears, I thought it could be something running short of oil at startup
• Ford DSG gearbox 18 Jul 2007 (Forum)
  hi been thinking of changing my mk2 focus automatic. been looking at leon dsg and the civic i shift. looking up info on the web about the dsg gearbox i found info on reports that ford and volvo to start using their own dsg type gearboxes in late 2007. no real time schedule or info on which models
• Vauxhall Zafira, VW Touran or Ford C-Max 16 Jul 2007 (Forum)
  petrol engine. Would like an automatic but will be happy with a manual. {Typo in subject header corrected - DD}
• Ford Mondeo Tdci - Turbo Problems 24 May 2007 (Forum)
  I have a 2002 Mondeo Tdci (128 HP) automatic with a pneumatic variable vane turbo charger. Last year (40,000 miles) it began to lose power below 2,000 rpm and there was hesitation at 1,500 rpm. The Garage could find nothing listed on the computer. Eventually I changed the turbo and this cured