Overheating indicator showing on a Xsara

I have problem with fan in my Xsara. Computer test shows that there is a radiator fan problem but the fan is working fine. It starts at 92C but at the same time STOP indicator comes up. I replaced...

Diesel pump failure on a SAAB 9-3

I am new to your website that came recommended from a friend. I own a Saab 93 2.2 TID and i have been having issues with the car over the last week. Whilst driving something flew off the back of a trailer...

Fiesta van heater switch

The heater switch does not work proplery, only when on 4.

Tinkling noise from ix20 diesel

I am very pleased with my ix20 disel - 4 months old. However very occasionally (and never at the dealers), the engine under load sounds as though it is pinking. There is a tinkling sound from the engine...

Oil grades

I am confused by the ACEA grading: the handbook indicates B4 & Castrol & Mobil recommend an oil categorised as C3. Prof Google could not help [my innate stupidity, I fear] & Miller Oils ended with "cannot...

Punto gearbox problem

I have a Grande Punto. When I put it in 3rd it some times slips out, but not all the time. That is the only gear it does it in, went to the garage and they took it for a spin but it never did it and...

Why are keyfobs called plips?

Why is a key fob called a PLIP, and what does it stand for?

Corsa indicator failure

My Corsa has failed drivers side indicators, front and back. I fitted new bulbs, checked all fuses, checked connections - all other lights working, headlights , brakelights near side indicators etc.

Rats chewing my fuel lines?

I recently smelt fuel on my drive. I called my local Mercedes Dealer who sent a mechanic and diagnosed that a rat or similar creature had chewed the fuel hose. Is this feasonable?

Clutch worn after 18 months

When I went to have my Hyundai i10 car serviced after 18 months and with only 25,000 miles on the clock, the mechanic in the franchised dealer said that the clutch would need replacing, due to "wear and...