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My local garage has told me that I need a new dual mass flywheel + clutch Kit for my Vauxhall Vectra, at a cost of £800. I called Vauxhall customer services and they told me to have the car inspected by...
When pulling up to a stop, the revs on my Ford Mondeo (2005) sometimes rise. It also does it when stationary, before returning to idle. Any idea what this could be?
I cannot decide whether I need to fit winter tyres to my Nissan Pathfinder (2006) or a decent 4x4 tyre. Basically I am looking at either the Michelin Latitude Cross or the Nokian SUV G3. Will the Michelin...
I own a 2010 Volkswagen Golf, which has done 34,000 miles. A few weeks ago the car developed a misfire and my local dealer charged eight hours at £80 per hour. The diagnosis is a cracked piston ring and...
I have a 1992 Volvo 460 and the key will not turn at all in the ignition. The steering lock has always been erratic, mostly not locking and a new key cut to code [no transponder] has not worked. My local...
My sister was recently driving to work when the engine in her Audi A3 (2008) started knocking. It was taken to Audi who diagnosed a new engine was needed. The car has done 103,000 miles and is out of warranty,...
I have seen a cigarette lighter plug in devices that claim to jump start cars within five minutes, do they work?
I’m having some problems with my Renault Scenic (2003). When I start the car the clock and the mileage reading resets back to zero. I’ve tried setting the clock and the mileage and other readings, but...
My previous car, a 1996 Fiat Punto, had the battery disconnected and left outside many times for periods up to 12 weeks and no problems starting up on my return. I am planning to go to Spain for 12 weeks...
I am looking to buy a 2002 Ford Focus. The front tyres are worn on the inside and one of the rear tyres is worn on both side. The steering wheel is also not centred. The car drives well and does not...
 

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