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Can you please recommend companies who can provide replacement remote keys for my Peugeot 407 SW?
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I have a big problem with my Ford Mondeo diesel. The car is now at my local mechanic's workshop for heater plug replacement. Two of the plugs will not come out and my mechanic is concerned they will snap....
My 2007 Audi A3 2.0 TDI quattro has started making a hissing noise when the brake pedal is depressed. It recently had a service, with new discs and pads all round. The brakes seem to be as efficient as...
Having just purchased a space saver spare wheel for my 2016 Audi TT, I would like to know where I can purchase the styrofoam insert that fits beneath the load area that will contain the 19-inch spare wheel...
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I am thinking of buying a Vauxhall Corsa wth the 1199cc engine. Are these belt driven or chain driven engines?
I have a seven year old Volkswagen Passat CC. It has covered 140,000 miles and had no issues until now. The last two journeys, of approx 200 miles, the engine has 'missed', only for about 20 seconds each...
I clipped a kerb on the offside wheel of my 2009 BMW 320i M Sport Convertible, running on 19s. Since then the steering wheel has been off centre. What might I have damaged if it isn't just an alignment...
 

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