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• Peugeot 106 (1991 - 2002) - 2000 1.5 Coolant Temperature light - on or off? 5 Apr 2009 (Forum)
  when the engine starts. Should this be the same for the newer car? I have checked the leads going to the sensor on the water pump and there is 12v there. I also pulled the leads off the old cars sensor and the light still come on when the ignition is turned on. I took the radio out of the old car
• Citroen ZX (1992 - 1998) - 1991 1.9i petrol Engine problems 2 Jun 2008 (Forum)
  find the fault. The mobile mechanic put an indicator box on one of the plug leads, and earth, the car started and ran until the engine was turned off, there were sparks jumping across the coil leads to ground, replaced the coil and amplifier, engine will not start, had the ECU checked by a garage, 14
• Corolla battery/alternator ?? 3 Apr 2007 (Forum)
  need to disconnect the leads from the terminals first (B) what voltage should Iexpect across the terminals (no load) To test the alternator (A) How do I get the test-leads onto the output, as there seems to be just a multiuplug connection - do I have to disconnect this or is there a terminal
• Crash who should pay? 10 Jun 2004 (Forum)
  three kids (about 12 or 13 years old) were chasing each other (their words) and the lead rider failed to stop for the road (again in their words) fortunately, because of the road layout I was driving slowly, however the lead rider ran into the nearside front of the car, the bike pedal putting a hole
• astra brake light problem 23 Oct 2003 (Forum)
  to the job, now normally I would just put the jump leads on it but I'd had this gadget in the boot for ages unused that works by transfering power via the cigar lighter sockets, the Idea is to just plug in and wait for enough power to flow into the duff battery, anyway It did'nt work and so resorted
• He's Back......Our Jezza 8 Apr 2002 (Forum)
  him once again presenting the leading motoring show that he helped to make so popular. In addition to his work on the new series, he will continue to write for BBC Worldwide's 'Top Gear' magazine. He will be contributing exclusive road tests, features, opinions and the column he has penned since
• Citroen C3 - auto gearbox problem 3 Apr 2021 (Forum)
  We have a c3, Soon after starting off we experience hesitant gear selection leading to severe jolts. Display then changes from "D" to bold horizontal bar and the "sport and snow" symbols flash alternately. Has anyone else faced this problem and could they suggest a cure.
• Ford escort - White smoke 6 Oct 2019 (Forum)
   I have a ford escort lx running a 1.8 engine I have white smoke coming from exhaust whist starting up and driving its had a engine rebuild new head gasket o2sensor coil pack plugs leads cat but it's still smoking need help
• Ford escort - White smoke 6 Oct 2019 (Forum)
   I have a ford escort lx running a 1.8 engine I have white smoke coming from exhaust whist starting up and driving its had a engine rebuild new head gasket o2sensor coil pack plugs leads cat but it's still smoking need help
• Any - Dog in Car 19 Aug 2017 (Forum)
  We were approached by a smiling Policewoman the other week in Dover docks (just by outbound passport control) who informed us that "It is an offence to have any unattached animal in a car." SWMBO was sitting in the back seat with Blodwen on a lead. It was sid with a smile and we
• FUSION 2 - 2006 1.6 PETROL - MISFIRE 14 Feb 2017 (Forum)
  I recently had a misfire on my fusion 2 1.6 petrol 2004. I have checked plugs and taken ht leads off 1 by 1 but there doesnt seem to be a misfire when i do this, but the car seems to run ok. Please help
• Peugeot 407 - Manual boost controller install/Peugeot 407 2.0HDI 20 Apr 2016 (Forum)
  If I fit a manual turbo boost controller, can I connect the hose leading to the controller to the large pipe just before the intercooler rather than to the turbo itself, as the turbo is totally inaccessible ? Would it still work?
• 1.8 Duratec - Ford mondeo 19 Jan 2014 (Forum)
  Morning all, My 04 mondeo 1.8 duratec has developed a misfire. I have changed the plugs and the ignition coil pack (the coil pack wasn't firing on port 3) and still it has the misfire!! Could it be the leads also need changing, or is there something more sinister lurking under the bonnet
• Ford fiesta zetec 1.25 - Engine misfire 16 May 2011 (Forum)
  I have a ford fiesta zetec 1.25 W reg,the engine has recently developed a severe misfire only when the engine is warm. I have replaced the plugs,leads and coil pack all new parts and it is still misfiring. Can anyone help please
• Traffic Cameras 17 Feb 2009 (Forum)
  We keep being told speed cameras are safety cameras in places which warrant safer driving. And that they are not revenue raising. Well if that's the case, why don't the government introduce countdown markers leading up to them, thus preventing sudden breaking, and making drivers aware
• Is CB Radio still being used? 4 Jan 2009 (Forum)
  Must be years since I last saw a car equipped with CB Radio, in any country, not just the UK. Which leads me to wonder... Will it ever be as popular as it was in the 80s? Are CB and ham radios covered by the same legislation as mobile phones? (i.e. fines for using one while driving?)
• Driving through puddles. 4 Dec 2008 (Forum)
  Driving through puddles - is it: o - A good thing, 'cos it washes muck off the underneath of the car; o - A bad thing, 'cos it leads to a build-up of muck under the car. Hm? I'd tend to go for the former, especially if it's been raining enough to wash all the flippin' salt off the road
• VW Polo - 01 - cutting out. 20 Jun 2007 (Forum)
  it turns over then just cuts out seconds later. i changed the sparks and it ran fine. i tried it bout an hour later didn't work again. I'm going to change the leads next. anyone had similar probs?? Subject line altered to reflect the question - PU
• Inside of '95 Cavalier smells of petrol. 15 Apr 2007 (Forum)
  HJ says, in his CBC breakdown "Plastic fuel filler pipe between cap and tank can develop hairline cracks leading to petrol fumes entering the cabin when the tank pressurises". Are there any other causes of (strong) petrol smells in these cars (2.0 ecotec hatchback)? Is there a DIY remedy?
• pug 205 starting problems 27 Oct 2006 (Forum)
  I have a 1992 205 1.1 (carb) Problem is it will start when cold but after being driven about and turned off it won't start again. The engine turns over fine but won't fire. Have replaced the distributor and cap and put on a brand new coil with a new lead but no difference. Any ideas???