Terrano 3.0 gearbox issue
I have seen on an old thread that there was an issue with the gearbox losing power in 3rd and 4th. It said it is the gearbox positioning switch but it doesn't matter how far I search I can't find this...
View ArticleKia Sorento 2002 -2016 Specialist Support
Hi to everyone who has a Kia Sorento or would like to have one. I am a Moderator on a Forum which specialises on these great cars. We believe in sharing because together we are stronger. This, rac site...
View ArticleIntermittent humming at 50mph
HI, I have a Ford fiesta 1.4 tdci, just had MOT done and explained that when I get to around 50mph I can hear an intermittent humming noise (not constant) it's there going straight, goes completely...
View ArticleWhat should I do?
Driving home from the supermarket near me I was safe to go around some parked cars so I proceeded at a safe speed (no more than 20 in a 30 zone) I was about 3/4 around the obstruction when another car...
View ArticleCold Starting Problem Ford Focus 1.8 TDCI 115BHP 2003
My focus usually doesn't start first time from cold, but usually second time. As this is the first winter I have had it I think it might stuggle to start. I have changed the glow plugs, battery and...
View ArticleFocus ST
Hi My husbands ST won't go. He drove home from work last night and when he went to start it again it won't start. It is showing an engine management fault and an acceleration fault. Please help
View ArticleInsurance opportunist
Hi,new member today so hello to all. I am at my wits end to understand why my Ins. co. are about to pay out for whiplash to other party .Briefly I touch his rear bumper at about 1mph in a crowded car...
View ArticlePeugeot 207 1.4 petrol over cooling
Hi all My Peugoet 207 1.4 8V petrol engine (2008 model) is refusing to run at above 79 degrees C. A bit history to help. The head gasket was replaced last week and the head was skimmed at the same...
View ArticleFord fiesta intermittent lumpy idle
Hello all i have a 2002 ford fiesta diesel 1.4 tdci with 150,000 on the clock. I posted before about a lack of power and black smoke issue and thanks to the help from this site i cured the problem...
View ArticleRadiator issues
I currently drive a Mini and my car is overheating. Also when I drive my heater is blowing cold air unless I am driving at high speed ie on the motorway. Any ideas please???
View ArticlePoor Radio Reception
Good evening. I know this seems like a minor problem to be adding to this forum but I am a bit stuck and starting to get a little frustrated with the problem. I have a Ford Mondeo MK3 Estate. I have...
View ArticleScudo Van - Removing Rear Drums & Shoe Replacement Questions
Hello to all - this is my first post on this forum. I'm hoping to get some answers about questions I have re. the rear brake drums/shoes, in particular the auto shoe adjusters. I have a a 2004 Fiat...
View ArticleCar Crash advice
Hi, Just after some advice, I was recently involved in an incident in my works car park. I was reversing slowly due to there being no car park spaces and bumped a car which was waiting to enter the car...
View ArticleDrive a car or van around / near London? I want your help researching for an app
I am Product Manager at JustPark (which allows you to pre-book parking in 1,000 towns across the UK) and am looking to spend some time with people who drive a lot, ideally around London. Are you or is...
View Articlelights don't always work on heater dials
Hi, I have a Ford fiesta 1.4 tdci 08, the lights behind my heater dials I.e the heat selector, fan speed setting and position dial, don't all always work, some will work, then some won't, if I bang the...
View ArticleVW Polo 2003- Won't go into second gear
As of driving today my 2003 Polo 1.2 will no longer go into second gear (possibly due to over-revving- going from 4th to 2nd?); when I try to put it into gear it crunches badly then pops back out. Any...
View ArticleMk1 Focus
Dear all. I have a 2002 Ford Focus TDDI 1.8 which won't start. The only way to get it going is to push start it with a few people helping. Have tried with jump leads on battery but to no avail. Once...
View ArticleRenault Clio 1.2, V reg. Flat Battery
The battery on my Clio keeps going flat after a few days of non driving. Have changed the battery. Checked the charging which peeks at 15v when accelerating, about 14.8 on tickover. I have found that...
View ArticleFantastic service
I broke down on the motorway with 4 children. It was freezing temperature's and the car was completely dead. The man I spoke to on the phone was very patient and helped us to find out where we were....
View Article2004 Zetec 1.6 Focus (Petrol) - strange electrical fault - not starting
Car would start this morning after a particularly cold night - the first night with a frosted screen. I can hear the starter motor going but it sounds slightly slower and "different." Obvious thing...
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