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My car won't start from the ignition key, however, can be started by putting power from the battery straight to the starter, which the AA did for me to get me home. So far I've had a few garages look...
I have an absolutely immaculate VW Gold mk2 1.6 driver. The only problem is the transistorized ignition unit (tci unit) has stopped receiving its 12 volt feed. I bought a new ignition switch as this...
I went to start my 1995 VW Polo this morning and the engine would not turn over at all, and the hazards would flash for around 20 seconds. The car is in good condition generally and I have not had any...
I have a 2003 Renault Clio 1.6 automatic which has done only 11,000 miles. It has not turned a wheel in three-years. I have replaced the battery and the key fob is working, ie it locks /unlocks the car....
My Xsara Picasso 2.0 HDI wont start! I have checked the fuel system and fuel is coming from the tank to the injectors, but it does not seem to return to the tank, possibly as both ports on top of the filter...
Our 1997 TVR Chimera wont start immediately after stopping when hot (i.e stopping for petrol!!!) It will eventually but only after cooling down. Is that normal?
My husband has gone out in the car (2002 Ford Focus 1.8 TDCi), stopped, gone into the shop, come out and car refused to start for at least 5 mins. Then it happened again three weeks later. I'm not worried...
My relative has an original 1993 mk1 1275cc Mini which has been sat unused for two years or more. What would I need to do before attempting to restart the car with regard to engine, brakes or anything...
Just wondering were the starter motor is located on a Vauxhall Astra 2003 1.7DTi. I have looked everywhere and can't seem to see it. Have you any idea?
I bought a Vauxhall Astra 1.7DTi 2003-plate last week. It was working fine, then today turned the engine off and tried to start it and it cranked over for about a second. It didn't start. Then tried again...
 

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