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• Citroen Xsara (1997 - 2004) - 02 1.4 Engine over heating 7 Jan 2010 (Forum)
  the expansion tank this morning, so it isn't lack of coolant. I'd appreciate it if anyone can suggest the most likely causes and a check list on how to narrow it down. Hopefully it would
• Peugeot 106 (1991 - 2002) - 99 1.1 struggles to start, idle extremely low 20 Nov 2009 (Forum)
  hi there, i have a 1999 t reg peugeot 106 1.1 petrol, recently it has been struggling to start in the morning and it will not idle, when im pulling up to junctions etc the engine stalls. it has had a new coolant temp sensor (green one) and also a new idle control valve, it has been fully serviced
• Vauxhall Astra H (2004 - 2009) - 1.3 Diesel Astra 21 Apr 2009 (Forum)
  H All! Looks like it's time for the Omega to depart this world - coolant leaking, so too much £$£$ to consider fixing. Anyway, can't find much feedback, regarding the 1.3 diesel Astras, which are now sneaking into auction. They're not exactly bargains, but supposedly verrrrry low running costs
• Ford Fiesta (2002 - 2008) - 02 1.4 Engine fluid mixup 13 Apr 2009 (Forum)
  By mistake, my OH has put engine transmission/power steering fluid in the coolant expansion tank "because they both looked pink". I have only just found out and the car has been driven around for about a week with no obvious ill effects. Does anyone know if any permanent damage will have been
• Renault Scenic (1996 - 1998) - 1998 1.9DTi - Heater poor performance 8 Feb 2009 (Forum)
  The heater on my 1998 Renault Scenic 1.9 DTi diesel (with aircon) has never been very good in my 6 months of ownership, but this cold weather really shows up the problem. The heater matrix is not leaking, the coolant level is constant but even on a long run in this freezing weather the heat output
• Ford Focus (1998 - 2004) - 99 1.8 symptom of cooling system problem? 31 Jan 2009 (Forum)
  caused by the hot exhaust gases (water) condensing on the cooler outside air. The coolant level in the reservoir does tend to drop slightly over say 2-3 months. Any advice is welcome.
• Vauxhall Corsa B (1993 - 2000) - 94 1.4 leaks 23 Oct 2008 (Forum)
  liquid was coming from under the car the coolant tank is empty and the water is running straight thought checked oil that's fine not sure could this be the inlet manifold or something else plus any idea how much this is going to cost thanks
• Vauxhall Zafira A (1999 - 2005) - 2000 2.0Dti - Air Con Problem 28 Jun 2008 (Forum)
  The air-con on my zaffy isn't working. I had it recharged sometime ago and when I switched it on, it was brilliant, really cold. I think there was a leak as when I can to use it again the following day, there was no cold air and I believe the coolant escaped. The compressor doesn't 'kick in' when
• Ford Focus (1998 - 2004) - 1999 1.8 petrol (UK) water pump 20 Jun 2008 (Forum)
  I have read on some Ford Focus owner's reviews that the water (coolant) pump has failed at low mileages e.g. less than 40 000 miles. I am worried because I own a Ford Focus 1.8 petrol which is a 1999 model and has 74k on the clock. I found this link which gives some information on how long OEM
• Peugeot 306 (1993 - 2001) - 1998 1.9d radiator and cam belt 3 Jun 2008 (Forum)
  my coolant level has been running low very quickly recently and over the past couple of days it has gone from full to empty within minutes. is there anything else other than the radiator that is causing this. im planning on getting the radiator changed because of this problem. and at the same time
• Ford Fiesta (1995 - 1999) - 03 1.6 can anyone help with these tools 30 May 2008 (Forum)
  A few years back I had a really good set of tapered bungs that I used to use when working on cars, I cant seem to find them. They were really hady and you could push them over or in a pipe to stop ever coolant or whatever from leeking, while you carried out a repair. I can see where do get
• Ford KA, KA2, KA3 (1996 - 2008) - 04 1.3 Ka servicing 24 May 2008 (Forum)
  Hi. I own a Jan 04 Collection with Duratec engine and air conditioning. I have patiently been awaiting the issue of a Haynes manual for the Duratec engined Ka to no avail. So, could some kind person please tell me the replacement intervals for: Spark Plugs Coolant Brake fluid Power steering fluid
• Volkswagen Polo (1981 - 1991) - 1988 1.3 replacement dash problems. 21 May 2008 (Forum)
  beam stalk it makes the coolant lamp flash ive checked over all the connections are clean, nothing obvious broken any ideas as its driving me mental slt
• Volvo S60 (2000 - 2009) - 2005 d5 auto, couple of queries 25 Mar 2008 (Forum)
  Hi, i've just bought a 2005 D5 SE auto, and i've heard that the autos can have problems such as coolant entering and mixing with the ATM and wear because of the going into neutral when foot on the brake thing? does anyone know if the 05 ones were affected or were the problems ironed out, its
• Mitsubishi L200 pickups (2000 - 2006) - Temperature gauge not working 11 Oct 2007 (Forum)
  Hello all, The son has left his pick-up with me whilst he is on holiday. Its the 2.5 diesel turbo. Whilst driving from the airport I noticed that the engine temperature gauge is not working, the needle does not move at all. I am keeping an eye on the coolant level just in case
• VW Passat 2.0SE 2001 H-Gasket Failure? 25 Jul 2007 (Forum)
  Yesterday I experienced total coolant failure whilst driving home. With no warning (and having checked the oil & water at the weekend) an internal alarm sounded, 'STOP' appeared on the dash and the temperature gauge swung to maximum. After pulling over I opened the bonnet to find a smouldering
• Fiesta Zetec water in passenger footwell 15 Jun 2006 (Forum)
  Guys - Since the hot weather has arrived, my wifes Fiesta Zetec has started leaving a puddle in the passenger footwell. The puddle doesn't smell of coolant etc so I assume its clean water. Its only really been evident since she has been using the air con lots so im guessing its a blockage
• Radiator cooling Fan - 1992 Astra Estate 22 May 2006 (Forum)
  For 1992 Astra SRi estate at what coolant temperature should the radiator cooling fan start up? I was surprised this AM when an M3 jam caused a rise in the gauge indicator temperature higher than expected. The fan does work. The situation is complicated by the fact that the temp gauge reads low
• Rover 'K' Series Engine Cooling System 23 Sep 2004 (Forum)
  I replaced the Cooling System Temperature Sensor on my Freelander the other day in the hope that this would cure a problem with the Cooling Fan not kicking-in causing the engine to overheat. When draining the Coolant from the engine, I noticed that the fluid seemed to be of very high viscosity
• Golf Mk2 1600 Driver - Core plug leak. 2 Sep 2004 (Forum)
  I have finally (I hope)traced the intermittent water leak (sometimes nothing a week, sometimes a litre) from the coolant. It appears that the smallest of leaks is coming from the Core plug on the Off side of the inlet manifold ( I presume that it has a water heated manifold. The pipe work