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My 2001 Renault Megane (69,851 miles) has lost compression. It appears the timing belt has not snapped but has possibly lost teeth. I have been led to believe that the repair could exceed £1000. Does the...
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I have recently bought a Volvo V40 on a 52 plate. It's a 1.9d, an excellent car and I am very happy. However earlier today I was sat at some lights. When I went to pull away the vehicle cut out. I attempted...
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I have a Suzuki Baleno 1.6 which keeps stalling when coming to a halt or pulling away, and then the engine light comes on. I am going to service it but I think it might need more than a service. I hear...
My Audi A4 recently developed a misfire on number two cylinder. I've replaced the spark plugs but that didn't resolve it. I checked the coil pack and leads, and they seem ok. I even changed the injectors...
I'm after information regarding my 1.7 VCT Ford Puma. I have had bad running issues for some time now. Basically, when I start the car from cold the engine revs up to around 3000rpm and slowly settles...
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