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• Primera 1.6Si R reg (P11?) - service 22 Mar 2004 (Forum)
  as I don't have a security socket for the wheels. Would I get one from the Nissan Dealer if I took proof of ownership and identity along? Quite a lot of rust has appeared on bolts and screws and the like and a little on the engine. Would the oil flush and change assist in inhibiting corrosion? Would
• Changing a head gasket 14 Jan 2003 (Forum)
  the Haynes manual there's no mention of changing them - should I or not? Also, is it worth doing anything else, like changing the valve stem oil seals, whilst the head is off? And finally, is it possible to tell if the head needs skimming without any special measuring tools? Cheers for any help!
• Volvo S90 - Oil dilution/DPF 23 Jul 2023 (Forum)
  My friend purchased a used Volvo on an approved used scheme "Volvo Select".  Within 30 days an oil level warning light came on stating that the oil level is to high and requires adjustments.  This has happened on 4 occasions and each time Volvo has recommended an oil change
• Vauxhall Vectra C - Vectra C 1.8 (2003) - Using wrong oil, fault codes 20 Oct 2014 (Forum)
  oil change but am unsure as to whether there is anything else I should do?
• Ford Escort (1993 - 2000) - 93 1.4 oil in air filter 14 Aug 2008 (Forum)
  hi just brought an old 1994 1993 {typo corrected} escort 1.4 from ebay drove most of the way home fine then there was random puffs of blue smoke out the back on inspection once i got home i found the breather off at the back of the carb the air filter seems to be full of oil
• Second hand car warranty - oil leak 26 Mar 2021 (Forum)
  I purchased a used car from a dealer. I had to buy remotely, so asked him to confirm that car had no issues - which he did.  3 weeks in, I gave car for a service and to change cambelt. Mechanic called to say that there is a 'big' leak of oil. Turns out was from the rocker
• Volkswagen Sharan - VW Sharan DSG oil/flywheel 27 Mar 2018 (Forum)
  Hi, looking at buying a 2nd hand sharan or alhambra.  Post face lift 2010 models with sliding doors. I've read lots of what appear to be conflicting reports over this engine.  Does it have a wet clutch?  None of the auto boxes I've looked at have had the dsg oil changed
• Ford Focus 2004 1.8 Diesel - replacing crankshaft pulley and seal after oilleak 30 Sep 2014 (Forum)
  Hi All, My Focus got an oil leak and my father-in-law located the problem as the crankshaft pulley. He changed the seal twice to no avail, then replaced the pulley and then another seal in the new pulley. Each time he has replaced the seal or pulley the oil leak has returned
• Peugeot 306 (1993 - 2001) - Electronic oil-level gauge 30 Nov 2008 (Forum)
  How does this gauge function? Mine has behaved itself pretty well for 9 years, but it is now showing signs of reading low. That doesn't matter much to me, as I always check the dipstick and I am 99.99% sure that the oil will be on the top mark, as the engine uses none between changes. The problem
• Ford Mondeo III (2000 - 2007) - 2001 2.0 Oil Filter Removal 20 Nov 2008 (Forum)
  Hi all, Hope you can help me, I want to change the oil filter on my 2.0 Duratec HE engine, i'm pretty sure it's on the front of the engine but how do you get it off, it looks like i need a small type of key and while i am here what type of spark plugs do i need and what is the gap, can you please
• Ford Focus (1998 - 2004) - 99 1.8, Oil spots under my focus? 22 Nov 2007 (Forum)
  Hi guys I have a 1.8 1999 Ford Focus I have noticed a few problems. I had my power steering cooling rack changed on my last service by a local garage back in April this year. I have started to notice the power steering fluid going down and a few oil spots appearing under my car. I think it may
• Fiat Panda Selecta 16 Oct 2006 (Forum)
  Hello, I need to change the gearbox oil in my Panda Selecta, the CVT automatic box, and have not had much success in tracking down the oil. Apparently you can use Dexron for topping up but not for refilling. The Fiat agents weren't very helpful but told me I should use Tuvala CVT oil
• LandRover Knackered? 10 Nov 2004 (Forum)
  A girl at work has a Landrover Freelander and this morning she parked up and oil was coming out by the front wheel. She thought it was brake fluid but when I opened the bonnet the oil has come from the expansion tank and is everywhere. I took the oil filler cap off and there is a mayonaise type
• Mondeo - Which filter? 14 Dec 2002 (Forum)
  I have been trying to change the oil filter on an L reg Mondeo. Both the filters are marked "EFL600". The old filter also has the number "1 119 421" on it and has five holes around the top. The new filter has the number "1 066 071" on it and has six holes around the top. The new filter also has
• peugeot 108 - Sump bolt now a service item? 28 Sep 2024 (Forum)
  According to the latest edition of Car Mechanics magazine i should fit a new sump bolt every time I change the oil. That would equate to 9 new bolts so far how can this be justified? I still have the original sump bolt fitted, it is in perfect condition, it has never been over torqued
• Toyota Avensis - DIY service looking for advice 19 Nov 2018 (Forum)
  I am thinking of servicing my 2008 1.8 vvti Avensis myself this year, has 110k on the clock.  Apart from oil change, air filter, spark plugs what other checks and lubrication are required?  I will adjust the handbrake, the coolant isn't that old so will leave that, might
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  Is the Toyota Yaris 1.0 prone to timing chain failure? 20 Oct 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I'm looking to buy a 2004 Toyota Yaris with 47,000 miles on the clock. The engine is a 1.0-litre and the car has a full service history; however, your...
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  Audi service costs 4 Jun 2014 (Ask HJ)
  Just been quoted £499 for a service on my Audi A6 Avant diesel including Oil/Pollen Filter/Fuel Filter & Brake fluid change - does that seem reasonable?...
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  Has Volkswagen fixed the DSG box? 27 Nov 2013 (Ask HJ)
  Has Volkswagen/Skoda improved their DSG box to prevent reliability problems? I am about to order a new Yeti 1.2 with the DSG box.
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  Your "Tyrepal" comment... 7 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
  You mentioned Tyrepal as made of brass & so no corrosion. This is true but their optional locking rings DO CORRODE. I had my Tyrepal stolen. I bought...