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Car Forum / UK Car Forums / Car Maintenance (UK group) / August 2006

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Escort play in front wheels.25 Aug 2006 16:16 GMT2
I got pulled over today by dept of transport for one of those safety
check things and they pointed out something that i'd sort of been aware
of but hadn't realsied quite how bad it was.  With the car on the
ground if you grab either of the fron wheels at the 3 & 9 o clock
l reg mondeo25 Aug 2006 14:47 GMT9
i recently wrote in with a problem on my mondeo and came to the en
concluesion of a vacume leak but also one subject was wrong oil iv
always used 20w/50 or 15w/40
as its not to thick but thick enough to not open any egsisting leaks o
Tyre position choice25 Aug 2006 13:19 GMT50
Had an interesting experience yesterday in the (very heavy) rain, I was
on the way back from having my front tyres replaced (and they rotated
the rear tyres onto the front) and I hit a large puddle and started
aquaplaning. As I was drifting towards the kerb I gently steered right ...
Check for impending speeding tickets25 Aug 2006 04:12 GMT6
Hey guys.
I came across this web site that allows you to check to see if you have
any impending speeding tickets coming your way.
Its http://www.i-database.co.uk
1994 Camry V6 Overheating Issue24 Aug 2006 23:02 GMT2
The car's been driving fine for months, however in the last few days
it's started reading overheating after about 30miles of driving to the
point that the temperature gauge will sit at about 3/4.
http://img251.imageshack.us/img251/7641/tempgaugeiy6.jpg
what shocks for my Capri 2.8i24 Aug 2006 19:04 GMT6
two questions re. my Capri 280:
I notice, occasionally, when I'm sitting on the sill of my car, or the
boot edge, that the car will suddenly drop a little lower; there may not
actually be much travel, but the sensation is noticable. 'Instinct'
Escort gearbox leak24 Aug 2006 19:02 GMT6
The gearbox on my 97 1.6 escort is leaking into the bell hosing. I seem to
remember there has been a small patch of oil under the bell housing for
about the last 2 years. Anyway, when my mechanic changed the clutch (there
wasn't contamination on the plates BTW), he pointed out ...
Dual fuel - running costs24 Aug 2006 12:21 GMT17
I dont know anything about the ways of dual fuel cars, but my local garage
has a rather nice Vectra with factory fitted DF that I am considering.
Not knowing anything about them I am wondering what they are like on
servicing / spares costs?  I assume most of the parts are the same ...
Rover 600 Headlamp replacement24 Aug 2006 08:42 GMT6
Anyone know how to  replace the nearside headlamp unit on a rover 600. I
have been told I need to remove bumper to do it , is this a hard job for a
novice.
Espace diesel 2001 Timing Belt ?23 Aug 2006 19:22 GMT6
When should the 2001 Espace diesel 2.2dCi timing
belt be done ?
The handbook is for the Tdi.I was told last yr it is later.
Ta
Xantia Rear Suspension23 Aug 2006 18:47 GMT5
I have a '95 xantia 2.0i vsx auto hatchback. I am experiencing very
hard suspension at the rear, especially when I go over speed bumps. It
is also very hard when the boot is heavily loaded or when I carry
passengers. I've had quite severe tyre wear on the front and a blow out
Peugot 2.0 Hdi Engine23 Aug 2006 08:28 GMT10
I've just bought a 2003 motorhome with a Peugot 2.0 Hdi
engine installed.
Is this engine one of the newer common rail diesels ?
Also, what's the general opinion of this engine ?
Astra 1.7DTI Fan relay fault22 Aug 2006 22:47 GMT1
I've got a fan relay fault showing on the EML I've replaced the fan relay
unit with a used one and the fault is still present any ideas as to where to
look.
Opinion time- What would you estimate this dent to cost?22 Aug 2006 20:43 GMT8
Yesterday I stupidly backed into a Ford Excursion with my side mirror
and left a trail of black from the mirror casing and a dent on his car.
I've uploaded a couple pictures to photobucket.
http://i101.photobucket.com/albums/m52/rolingoron/Car002.jpg
mondeo dash lights22 Aug 2006 19:48 GMT1
Whats the procedure for getting the instrument cluster out of a 2003 mondeo?
Half the bulbs have blown and need replacing. Don't have a manual and can't
see any obvious screws etc.
Does the plastic trim above and behind the steering column at the base of
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