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help with zafira
We have a 06 plate Zafira 1.9 sri tdi and we have had nowt but hassle since we bought it. Latest problem is deisel particle filter warning light flashes constantly. Just replaced alternator at cost of 500 quid, really can't afford anything else on it as we still paying monthly for it, any ideas on how to solve problem…
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APCOA - Luton Airport
Hi, hope someone can please advise. Back in November I dropped someone off briefly on the approach to Luton Airport before parking my car in the Long Term stay, and I have now recieved a letter from roxburge debt collectors (8th Feb) follewed by Graham White Solicitors. As I have been away I have only read them at the…
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theory test
hi can anyone post a link to the theory driving test i seen it on here but cant find it now. i have just insured my car to teach the wife how to drive please pray for me lol:rotfl:
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Parking at Railway Station
Hi, Need some advice - planning to go to place near Westerton train station soon from about 5.30pm until 9pm. Only real parking is at the train station. Does anybody know if I'm likely to get into trouble from Scotrail if I park there but dont use the train ? Thanks
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Peugeot 206 lx changing tape player
Hi, Not sure if anyone will be able to answer this or not. !I have a Peugeot 206 Lx 2000 that currently has a radio tape player with driver remote. I am watching a radio cd player on ebay that was taken out of the same model and year of another peugeot. Does anyone know if this will swap straight out with no changes and if…
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Small -Economical Diesel
Hello Folks I have been running my beloved Rover 420 diesel now for about 4 years with very little grief but it is probably time now to start to think about saving yet more cash. I have been nosing around and I can see that a lot of the newer small diesels are not only good on juice but also insurance costs are low and…
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Speed Camera 'flash'
do all cameras flash when they catch you speeding? will you always see it? or are there some that you won't know you have been caught until you get the letter?
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SW Trains - caught without ticket
Hi I know it's no excuse but I was late for the train to work one morning and didn't top up my oyster card - so I didn't tap in. There were inspectors at the station and they saw there wasn't enough money on there for me to pay for the journey, I had the money with me to top it up. They questioned me and filled in a form,…
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Clutch pedal when starting car
Are there some cars esp. US cars that require clutching down, otherwise wont start? I see people doing/saying this. I know I dont. Or is it some old school method of driving - like shifting down through ALL gears :mad: ?
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Stoke on Trent to Birmingham
I travel 5 days a week from Stoke on Trent to Birmingham and back but cant seem to get cheeper rail tickets even if booking 12 weeks in advance. Does any one know how I can get cheeper tickets as its costing me over £65 a week at the moment. Thanks.
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Should we pay garage bill for new owner who we sold car to?
My husband sold his car (he is medically unfit to drive) about a month ago to a family member. It had to go to the garage for a brake related problem this weekend (we knew nothing of this, had MOT 2 months ago and passed) and she had to pay a large bill. She is now expecting us to foot the bill, I say it's not our problem,…
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Should I replace the engine?
Was offered a 1.8 petrol Citroen C5 auto 51 plate by an old friend for free as I was looking for a car. The car was ok for a month but it has started making a funny squeeky sound. There's oil leaking in the engine. The body work is in mint condition and engine has 140000 miles on clock. As it was a free 'gift' it has been…
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M25 Anti-Clockwise average speed cameras
Hi guys, I was just wondering if anybody has any information regarding the average speed check cameras on the m25 and their accuracy. These cameras are situated between the roadwork sections and have a 50mph speed limit??
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Learner driver insurance for big car?
I am finally learning to drive and am looking for insurance which will cover me on our family car. Our current insurer will not insure learner drivers on large cars. I am aiming to pass my car this year as well so it would need to be insurance that would let me be an additional driver after I pass my test as well? Does…
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What should I be saying to the Mechanics?
I recently took my campervan to a specialist garage to have it enhanced... basically it was 100% fine but the engine's air system, whilst doing the job adequately, was not as per the original design. It had a single carburettor which I wanted to replace with a twin, including all the other air filter changes etc to go with…
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ford focus radio code
had to get my gearbox replaced so they had to disconnect the battery. i dont have my stereo working now. halfords said i need the code from my handbook but i dont have a handbook with it. emailed where i bought the car from and they said take the stereo out to get the code yet u cant take the stereo out. can anybody tell…
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Citroen xsara picasso reversing sensors
The reversing sensors on my Citroen xsara picasso have stopped working which is a nightmare when you're a rubbish driver like me! They were factory fitted from new and I have checked the instruction manual and can't find anything about them at all. I thought it may be a fuse but it doesn't even tell me which one it is…
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Possible Issue with Fiat Grande Punto
I noticed yesterday when driving my car is making a slight clunking noise that I can feel as well as I steer round corners. Wondering what this could be? I did try to get it looked at yesterday but everywhere was too busy to look. I've had nothing but problems with this car since I bought it. It was 3 years old at the time…
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Corsa timing chain/con rods
Opinions please on the following, Had a new timing chain fitted to our Corsa, driving nice for a week then car rattles and stops. Stripped the engine down and all seems ok at the top end but cylinders 2+3 not moving, took sump off and both con rods are shattered to bits, no sign of any oil starvation at all. My question…
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Well, have you seen any...
12 plates...? I spotted an i30 yesterday. And thats it!
