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I wonder if you have an input to help me here. Car failed to start - engine started but then died immediately. The RAC said the car no longer recognised the key. My wife brought the spare key and we had...
I've got an auto diesel Colt, March 05 reg, now out of warranty but with a further 3 years extended cover. There are now some 125,000 on the clock. A few weeks ago the gearbox appeared to seize. The garage...
I have a Ford Fiesta 1997, 1.25 Zetec. When I turn the key in the ignition the engine turns but it is as though there is no spark to continue the engine running and there is a knocking noise. Does anyone...
I live in the mountains in Southern Spain and own a year 2000 Mitsubishi Montero 1.8GDI. It has 83,000 kms on the clock and has given excellent service. However recently after travelling about 2kms from...
I am writing on behalf of my son who owns a 2006 Hyundai Tucson 2.0 GSi petrol. It has reached 20,000 miles and is due for a service. The main dealer is quoting £350 standard charge. He wonders if he can...
My wife and children travelled from Suffolk to Dorset 2 weeks ago in our 3 year old Vauxhall Vectra 2.0l diesel estate. In a car park in Lyme Regis, she heard a loud bang and suddenly the front passenger...
I remember reading in one of your past pages in the Saturday Telegraph that you had recommended an auto gearbox specialist. I need one in or near London as the gearbox on my 1995 Mercedes E320 coupe is...
When I purchased my 54 plate X-Trail 2 years ago I was concerned to read your report regarding turbo failure on the 2.2 DCi engine. Accordingly, when the 1 year Nissan Warranty expired I took out an independent...
My 04 Yaris T3D-4D has twice exhibited a problem that I am at a loss to diagnose and would be grateful for your comments. When driving up a slight incline the engine revs to a high speed for no apparent...
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