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Dealer-only repairs/servicing. by Another Dave
I had my rear discs and pads replaced on Wednesday and the mechanic said that there are some cars he can't do this on because the on-board computer locks the handbrake on. Without the appropriate software, he can't release it to fit the new pads. VW/Audi, Mercedes and even some Fords have this problem. I know I can't get the "Service Due" display on my Fiat to go off without taking it to a...
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November 14th 08 08:24 PM
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03 Polo by Arfa Daily
OK. Following on from my post asking for recommendations on a new Fiesta-ish sized motor, tonight I saw a tidy looking VW Polo 5 door on an 03 plate, in a local garage. It was dark other than the forecourt lights, so I wasn't able to see too much, but the price tag said £3995. Assuming that I could do a bit of dealing on that figure for cash, and nothing to get rid of, what would I be...
November 14th 08 05:55 PM
by Arfa Daily Go to last post
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HELP: Focus 1.8 Zetec starting problem by JB
Guy here at work who works for me has a big problem with his Focus. He got here ok this morning and the engine is still warm now. Turns over fine but doesn't seem to fire at all. What's the quickets way to check for fuel delivery on these, check for voltage at the fuel pump or simply whip a pipe off at the fuel rail? Where is the fuel pump located on these (in tank or in front of...
November 14th 08 11:46 AM
by JB Go to last post
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Source of rubber hoses? by Mark
Anyone know of a source for rubber hoses for old vehicles? I'm looking for coolant hoses for a 1987 VW LT35 campervan and cannot find anywhere that stock them. Looking for online suppliers only. Mark
November 14th 08 11:22 AM
by Tommy Go to last post
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November 14th 08 09:00 AM
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What on earth??? Bizarre Focus problem by steveonholiday1@yahoo.co.uk
Hi, Like a good mate I offered to service a mates Focus as I'm fairly experienced in such things. Changed the spark plugs, oil&filter, air filter. Simple you'd think. Started it up and it ran rough (poor pickup through 1000-2000 revs) and the yellow engine light came on. Just like you'd expect if it was running on 3 cylinders.
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November 13th 08 11:06 PM
by Adrian C[_2_] Go to last post
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At last, some inventiveness on the use of magnets by Grimly Curmudgeon
Magnetic swarf pickups in oil sumps aren't new, of course, but here's a novelty. I was led on to here from another site which mentions fastening a couple of old HD magnets to the oil filter. http://www.filtermag.com I'm actually impressed by the amount of magnetic swarf picked up by a simple magnetic band pushed around the oil filter and even the application of it to a fuel filter makes sense,...
November 13th 08 10:51 PM
by JB Go to last post
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Alloys and winter roads by Gordon[_3_]
Just got my first car that has alloys - is there anything I need to be aware of, with all the grit and salt on the roads during the winter? Should I wash them off more frequently?
November 13th 08 06:51 PM
by Grimly Curmudgeon Go to last post
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diesel turbo ( care of ) by mr p
My car share buddy has just had his Mazda 6 turbo replaced, I'm wandering is it better for a Diesel Turbo to leave the engine running, when dropping someone off for example ? He (still ) does not believe me when I suggest to leave it running..
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November 13th 08 06:26 PM
by Grimly Curmudgeon Go to last post
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Disabling Peugeot 807 Alarm by Graham Brooker
Does anyone know how to permanently disable a Peugeot 807 car alarm Graham
November 13th 08 02:58 PM
by Mark Go to last post
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O B A M A N A T I O N. There Must Be 15 Ways To Destroy Your Country:How the Jewish Supremacists Wrecked America by LOVE Europe HATE the EU
O B A M A N A T I O N. There Must Be 15 Ways To Destroy Your Country: How the Jewish Supremacists Wrecked America I have updated my listing of ways that the Jewish supremacists are wrecking America. This list provides a good introduction to those neophytes just immersing themselves in the world of the anti-Zionist and anti-Jewish supremacist movement, and shows them the countless ways Jewish...
November 12th 08 11:47 AM
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November 12th 08 10:52 AM
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November 12th 08 05:48 AM
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Loose weight by Gareth Magennis[_2_]
Don't eat so much.
November 12th 08 01:59 AM
by Arfa Daily Go to last post
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MOT - brake shoes by R D S[_2_]
Are brake shoes visually inspected for a MOT? I know they need changing (really) and have bought a set but the car needs MOT'ing now, wondering if there is any point taking it in. The brakes operate normally. Ta, Rick
November 11th 08 05:27 PM
by R D S[_2_] Go to last post
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Recommendations for a new motor ... by Arfa Daily
Hi all. Having finally scrapped my poor little Fester with its knocking bottom end, I'm going to shortly be looking for something to replace it with. Probably around 51 or 02. I'm going to be looking for something else 5 door with a reasonable sized cargo space - the Fester was pretty ideal size-wise. Anybody got any recommendations for something about that sort of size ? I was perfectly...
November 11th 08 03:54 PM
by Chris Whelan Go to last post
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Corsa diesel revs up and down in wet weather by hajo
Hi everyone, My wife has a '99 Corsa 1.7 Diesel (the Isuzu engine). Normally it's fine, but it doesn't seem to like wet conditions - if left to idle, it tends to rev up and down quickly. Similarly it's a bit rough when driving, it can be quite jumpy at low speeds but is ok once you get above 30 or so. Something I thought might be related - very occasionally, while driving the rev counter will...
November 11th 08 02:24 PM
by Mrcheerful Go to last post
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Ford code please by skatemuties
From my Ford Focus standard ford radio thingy. serial number is M035821 mucho thanks
November 11th 08 12:08 PM
by Graz Go to last post
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Wrong oil ? by wonderman
Wife has 1998 Fiesta 1300 (NOT the zetec engine) Dropped it off at Charlie Brows yesterday morning for an oil an dfilter change for £29, picked it up later in the afternoon, they didnt know what engine size the car was so use 5/30 engine oil, is this correct ? will it be any detrement to the engine if its not ?
November 11th 08 10:13 AM
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Save gas (gasoline, petrol, the fuel) by Mark W
"Arumugham" wrote in message ... Anticipate traffic conditions. These suggestions really do work! For example, I anticipated the content of this post and it was just as I thought. I already had my reply half-composed in readiness.
November 11th 08 06:28 AM
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