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<title>Best 250UKP banger &#40;OT&#63;&#41; </title>
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<description><![CDATA[ &#40;Hopefully not too OT&#41; My Son and a pal are thinking of doing the Barcelona Bangers event this  year&#58; http&#58;&#47;&#47;www.barcelonabangers.co.uk&#47;june2012&#47;about.php Neither of them could claim to be great with...... The post has 3 replies so far. Read more and <a href="http://www.motorsforum.com/maintenance-uk/best-250ukp-banger-ot-168610-.htm">discuss here</a> ]]></description>
<pubDate>Tue, 21 Feb 2012 14:35:22 -0500</pubDate>
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<title>Rim size vs tire size </title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Can I mount 165&#47;70 R14 tires on 5.5 wide rim&#63; My car &#40;&apos;87 BMW 316&#41; originally had 175&#47;70 R14 tires. I now found 165&#47;70 winter tires at a good price, but I do not know if the rim is to wide. Car manua...... The post has 9 replies so far. Read more and <a href="http://www.motorsforum.com/maintenance-uk/rim-size-vs-tire-size-168602-.htm">discuss here</a> ]]></description>
<pubDate>Tue, 21 Feb 2012 11:40:40 -0500</pubDate>
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<title>Sterio &quot;Beeping&quot; since engine warning light came on </title>
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<description><![CDATA[ On my 2001 ex&#45;police vauxhall vectra 2.2 petrol the engine warning light came on for a few weeks then when off.   About half way through this time I started getting a beep through the stereo. It is c...... The post has 1 replies so far. Read more and <a href="http://www.motorsforum.com/maintenance-uk/sterio-beeping-since-engine-warning-light-came-on-168587-.htm">discuss here</a> ]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 20 Feb 2012 15:58:56 -0500</pubDate>
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<title>Re&#58; BMW 2000 320D Wont start </title>
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<description><![CDATA[ air leak in the fuel system of some description, maybe the leak off pipes ... The post has 2 replies so far. Read more and <a href="http://www.motorsforum.com/maintenance-uk/re-bmw-2000-320d-wont-start-168586-.htm">discuss here</a> ]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 20 Feb 2012 14:33:25 -0500</pubDate>
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<title>Kwik Fit Car Servicing </title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Decided to have my 08 Vectra 1.8 Design serviced and MOTd at Kwik Fit the other day. Reasonable price and a bit cheaper than my local Garage. All went OK but when I got home and checked their &apos;Check ...... The post has 17 replies so far. Read more and <a href="http://www.motorsforum.com/maintenance-uk/kwik-fit-car-servicing-168562-.htm">discuss here</a> ]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 20 Feb 2012 08:20:59 -0500</pubDate>
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<title>MOT FAIL &#45; High Lambda Honda Jazz </title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Hi Again I mangaged the Rear Pads and Disks on the Honda Jazz 1.4 04 plate as  mentioned in an earlier thread and took the car for an MOT. Passed on everything except the Emissions which failed on Hi...... The post has 13 replies so far. Read more and <a href="http://www.motorsforum.com/maintenance-uk/mot-fail-high-lambda-honda-jazz-168532-.htm">discuss here</a> ]]></description>
<pubDate>Sun, 19 Feb 2012 17:40:42 -0500</pubDate>
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<title>KA update </title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Ok, give up on the damn thing, coming back from golf engine light appears again, P0402, cleared the code, gave it a 40 mile thrash on the local dual carriageway, 4500rpm max through gears, 70 flat ou...... The post has 14 replies so far. Read more and <a href="http://www.motorsforum.com/maintenance-uk/ka-update-168528-.htm">discuss here</a> ]]></description>
<pubDate>Sun, 19 Feb 2012 16:32:34 -0500</pubDate>
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<title>Tyres 18000 miles </title>
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<description><![CDATA[ I had a set of new Michelin&apos;s put on the car &#40;puggy 206SW&#41; and they have  lasted just 18000 miles. The car is hardly used &#40;5000 yearly&#41; tyre pressures are fine as is  tracking. I&apos;m generally a carefu...... The post has 11 replies so far. Read more and <a href="http://www.motorsforum.com/maintenance-uk/tyres-18000-miles-168515-.htm">discuss here</a> ]]></description>
<pubDate>Sun, 19 Feb 2012 06:44:12 -0500</pubDate>
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<title>Volvo V40 charging issues </title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Following the thread on the Focus parasitic drain it prompted me to post  about a charging issue with my 1998 Volvo V40 T4. Symptoms&#58; The battery won&apos;t start the car after standing for more than 3 or...... The post has 19 replies so far. Read more and <a href="http://www.motorsforum.com/maintenance-uk/volvo-v40-charging-issues-168494-.htm">discuss here</a> ]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 16 Feb 2012 12:08:25 -0500</pubDate>
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<title>Focus High Parasitic Drain </title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Hi all, Yet another battery related post, I&apos;m afraid. I have a 2005 Focus 1.6  Ti&#45;VCT petrol. The  OE battery has recently died, which has prompted me  to investigate the parasitic drain because, lik...... The post has 11 replies so far. Read more and <a href="http://www.motorsforum.com/maintenance-uk/focus-high-parasitic-drain-168401-.htm">discuss here</a> ]]></description>
<pubDate>Tue, 14 Feb 2012 16:17:09 -0500</pubDate>
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<title>Ping Steve Firth. Ford Explorer info. </title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Hello, A friend is considering one of these &#45; is there anything in particular to look out for&#63; Thanks, David Paste.... The post has 73 replies so far. Read more and <a href="http://www.motorsforum.com/maintenance-uk/ping-steve-firth-ford-explorer-info-168399-.htm">discuss here</a> ]]></description>
<pubDate>Tue, 14 Feb 2012 16:06:03 -0500</pubDate>
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<title>Russia hold Antifreeze rallies&#33; </title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Russia hold Antifreeze rallies&#33; Try Halfrauds. http&#58;&#47;&#47;rt.com&#47;online&#45;exclusive&#47;galleries&#47;moscows&#45;rally&#45;fair&#45;elections&#47;march&#45;elections&#45;station&#45;bolotnaya&#47;The post does not have replies yet. <a href="http://www.motorsforum.com/maintenance-uk/russia-hold-antifreeze-rallies-168395-.htm">Start the discussion here</a> ]]></description>
<pubDate>Tue, 14 Feb 2012 09:37:42 -0500</pubDate>
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<title>Honda Jazz Rear Brake Pad Replacement </title>
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<description><![CDATA[ hi I am about to change the &#95;REAR&#95; pads and disks on the the other half&apos;s  Jazz 1.4 04 plate. I understand that one needs to wind back the calipers&#47;pistons, rather  than simply pushing them back. I h...... The post has 2 replies so far. Read more and <a href="http://www.motorsforum.com/maintenance-uk/honda-jazz-rear-brake-pad-replacement-168387-.htm">discuss here</a> ]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 13 Feb 2012 12:51:34 -0500</pubDate>
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<title>Fiesta Door Mirror </title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Hi all My mother has a 2007 fiesta &#45; the model etc escapes me. Something&apos;s happened to the passenger door mirror, probably due to impact&#33; The mirrors are electrically controlled, both for viewing adj...... The post has 7 replies so far. Read more and <a href="http://www.motorsforum.com/maintenance-uk/fiesta-door-mirror-168373-.htm">discuss here</a> ]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 13 Feb 2012 04:12:58 -0500</pubDate>
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<title>The proper tool for the job </title>
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<description><![CDATA[ In the recent cold snap with the temperature below zero, I recently spent a  &apos;life&#45;time&apos; replacing the &apos;off&#45;side&apos; dipped beam headlamp bulb on a 2002  Corolla. It was that little spring clip that I j...... The post has 5 replies so far. Read more and <a href="http://www.motorsforum.com/maintenance-uk/the-proper-tool-for-the-job-168366-.htm">discuss here</a> ]]></description>
<pubDate>Sun, 12 Feb 2012 12:24:17 -0500</pubDate>
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<title>galaxy mk2 1.9 tdi cabin heat </title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Car used to get to normal temp &#40;90&#41; and stick there until turned off, after the water pump failed last winter and the temp got to 100 &#40;no higher&#41; the pump was replaced and now the engine temp gets to...... The post has 10 replies so far. Read more and <a href="http://www.motorsforum.com/maintenance-uk/galaxy-mk2-1-9-tdi-cabin-heat-168343-.htm">discuss here</a> ]]></description>
<pubDate>Sat, 11 Feb 2012 11:52:17 -0500</pubDate>
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<title>Dead cat </title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Both lambda sensors changed, garage says needs a looong run to clear the cat. Wives tale or feasible&#63;&#63; Report&#58; http&#58;&#47;&#47;tinypic.com&#47;r&#47;neg4uc&#47;5 ohc 1.3 KA Pessimistic Rog ... The post has 7 replies so far. Read more and <a href="http://www.motorsforum.com/maintenance-uk/dead-cat-168322-.htm">discuss here</a> ]]></description>
<pubDate>Fri, 10 Feb 2012 16:04:06 -0500</pubDate>
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<title>Car gutless after water pump change&#63;.. </title>
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<description><![CDATA[ A local garage had had my now rather elderly Audi A6 in for an MOT and also a noisy water pump and thermostat change, as the heater was almost going into reverse recently more cooling than heating;&#33;....... The post has 5 replies so far. Read more and <a href="http://www.motorsforum.com/maintenance-uk/car-gutless-after-water-pump-change-168303-.htm">discuss here</a> ]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 15:24:53 -0500</pubDate>
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<title>UV cut bulbs for 02 Focus &#63; </title>
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<description><![CDATA[ I&apos;ve just changed the main beam bulb on my Focus and note that it says &apos;use low UV bulbs&apos; on the back of the headlight. Searching around on Ebay none of the bargais are UV marked &#40; U Marked &#41; is this...The post does not have replies yet. <a href="http://www.motorsforum.com/maintenance-uk/uv-cut-bulbs-for-02-focus-168286-.htm">Start the discussion here</a> ]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 08:17:37 -0500</pubDate>
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<title>Zapper battery. </title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Mate has a Suzuki, three years old. Two keys, one not normally used and kept in a drawer. Needed it recently, and the remote wouldn&apos;t work. Took it apart and it has a replaceable battery, which was f...... The post has 3 replies so far. Read more and <a href="http://www.motorsforum.com/maintenance-uk/zapper-battery-168259-.htm">discuss here</a> ]]></description>
<pubDate>Wed, 08 Feb 2012 19:13:40 -0500</pubDate>
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<title>Battery query </title>
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<description><![CDATA[ I wonder if anyone would have had any dealings with www.thebatteryguys.co.uk  and if so, how did you find their service&#63; The reason for asking is that I need a new battery for a 1600, Kia Ceed  diese...... The post has 16 replies so far. Read more and <a href="http://www.motorsforum.com/maintenance-uk/battery-query-168254-.htm">discuss here</a> ]]></description>
<pubDate>Wed, 08 Feb 2012 17:16:35 -0500</pubDate>
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<title>Finger tight. </title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Not quite as sexy as it sounds, but... Can anyone tell me if there are any definitions of how tight finger tight or hand tight is&#63; How does it relate to a torque reading &#45; surely we&apos;ve all got hands ...... The post has 10 replies so far. Read more and <a href="http://www.motorsforum.com/maintenance-uk/finger-tight-168233-.htm">discuss here</a> ]]></description>
<pubDate>Tue, 07 Feb 2012 13:18:06 -0500</pubDate>
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<title>snow chains </title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Hi, Well someone had to ask about them, so I guess it may as well be me ;&#41; I was driving home yesterday and managed to get stuck in snow just yards from home&#33; Some kind soul had to push me. The embar...... The post has 60 replies so far. Read more and <a href="http://www.motorsforum.com/maintenance-uk/snow-chains-168209-.htm">discuss here</a> ]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 06 Feb 2012 06:58:15 -0500</pubDate>
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<title>New tyres, increased fuel consumption. Grounds for complaint&#63; </title>
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<description><![CDATA[ I&apos;m not normally too fussy about tyres.  I&apos;ve been running my VW Touran on Hankook tyres for about 80,000 miles and have never noticed any effect on fuel consumption. About 3 weeks ago I had to chang...... The post has 11 replies so far. Read more and <a href="http://www.motorsforum.com/maintenance-uk/new-tyres-increased-fuel-consumption-grounds-for-complaint-168203-.htm">discuss here</a> ]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 06 Feb 2012 05:22:11 -0500</pubDate>
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<title>cav 1.7TD clutch cable </title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Hi, The clutch cables is getting a bit frayed on my 1.7TD cavalier 1994  &#40;isuze&#41;. Does anyone know whether or not the retaing plate on the engine  side of the bulkhead needs to be removed&#47;slackened t...... The post has 2 replies so far. Read more and <a href="http://www.motorsforum.com/maintenance-uk/cav-1-7td-clutch-cable-168185-.htm">discuss here</a> ]]></description>
<pubDate>Sat, 04 Feb 2012 15:22:50 -0500</pubDate>
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<title>Do white lines at the edge of a road have any meaning&#63; </title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Sorry, this is not quite car maintenance but is related to motoring. Do these white lines at road edge have any legal status or meaning&#63; http&#58;&#47;&#47;i377.photobucket.com&#47;albums&#47;oo218&#47;1pennyfarthing&#47;IMG&#95;31...... The post has 17 replies so far. Read more and <a href="http://www.motorsforum.com/maintenance-uk/do-white-lines-at-the-edge-of-a-road-have-any-meaning-168172-.htm">discuss here</a> ]]></description>
<pubDate>Sat, 04 Feb 2012 12:47:12 -0500</pubDate>
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<title>Heater warm but not hot </title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Blowers working fine. But air coming out is warm but not hot. Checked coolant level &#45; fine. Engine temp seems fine &#40;if a little low&#41;. Any ideas&#63;... The post has 1 replies so far. Read more and <a href="http://www.motorsforum.com/maintenance-uk/heater-warm-but-not-hot-168495-.htm">discuss here</a> ]]></description>
<pubDate>Sat, 04 Feb 2012 09:13:56 -0500</pubDate>
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<title>How to build an engine </title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Just in case this hasn&apos;t been aired here before &#45; http&#58;&#47;&#47;www.youtube.com&#47;watch&#63;v&#61;3YfTtGCsiD8&amp;feature&#61;g&#45;vrec&amp;context&#61;G21bc07cRVAAAAAAAACg This guy has some patience and perseverance. Steve... The post has 5 replies so far. Read more and <a href="http://www.motorsforum.com/maintenance-uk/how-to-build-an-engine-168169-.htm">discuss here</a> ]]></description>
<pubDate>Sat, 04 Feb 2012 05:49:33 -0500</pubDate>
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<title>KA mpg&#63; </title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Can anyone put an approximate figure on it&#63; 2003 1.3 KA OHC. Tend to ignore the manufacturers bull. Most journeys 6 &#45; 15 miles, seems thirsty for such a small car. Rog www.rog.pynguins.com... The post has 24 replies so far. Read more and <a href="http://www.motorsforum.com/maintenance-uk/ka-mpg-168167-.htm">discuss here</a> ]]></description>
<pubDate>Fri, 03 Feb 2012 13:32:02 -0500</pubDate>
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<title>Alfa Selespeed clutch </title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Ok, this is a long shot, but has anyone here done a clutch on a 156  Selespeed&#63;... The post has 1 replies so far. Read more and <a href="http://www.motorsforum.com/maintenance-uk/alfa-selespeed-clutch-168165-.htm">discuss here</a> ]]></description>
<pubDate>Fri, 03 Feb 2012 10:09:17 -0500</pubDate>
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<title>Intermittent cold&#45;start gurgling noise </title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Hi, Recently, I can occasionally hear a gurgling&#47;trickling sound in the heater&#47;dash area of my mk3 astra, but only after a cold start. The sound disappears after about 30s and is never there during n...... The post has 1 replies so far. Read more and <a href="http://www.motorsforum.com/maintenance-uk/intermittent-cold-start-gurgling-noise-168496-.htm">discuss here</a> ]]></description>
<pubDate>Fri, 03 Feb 2012 07:56:15 -0500</pubDate>
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<title>12v impact wrench </title>
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<description><![CDATA[ I&apos;ve been contemplating etting an impact wrench and spotted a 12v one that  plugs in to a 12v outlet. Might be handy for jobs on the car whilst I know  its not a great and a windy one or electric one...... The post has 9 replies so far. Read more and <a href="http://www.motorsforum.com/maintenance-uk/12v-impact-wrench-168147-.htm">discuss here</a> ]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 30 Jan 2012 16:44:00 -0500</pubDate>
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<title>Engine Warning Light Issue </title>
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<description><![CDATA[ 2002 1.8  VVTI  Toyota  Avensis &#45;  Engine management light came on and stayed on . On checking code garage said it was oxygen sensor and replaced ,  Light came on again a day later and the same code ...... The post has 4 replies so far. Read more and <a href="http://www.motorsforum.com/maintenance-uk/engine-warning-light-issue-168140-.htm">discuss here</a> ]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 30 Jan 2012 11:51:18 -0500</pubDate>
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<title>Kia Sedona </title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Are they really this bad&#63; http&#58;&#47;&#47;nathanpitman.com&#47;563&#47;kia&#45;sedona&#45;reliability... The post has 11 replies so far. Read more and <a href="http://www.motorsforum.com/maintenance-uk/kia-sedona-168107-.htm">discuss here</a> ]]></description>
<pubDate>Fri, 27 Jan 2012 10:08:26 -0500</pubDate>
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<title>Ford focus link </title>
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<description><![CDATA[ I was hoping some one might know of a guide to change the links on a ford  focus 1.8 petrol &#40;04&#41;. I have just bought one the drivers was was done as parts of the pre delivery  inspection. But I think...... The post has 4 replies so far. Read more and <a href="http://www.motorsforum.com/maintenance-uk/ford-focus-link-168104-.htm">discuss here</a> ]]></description>
<pubDate>Fri, 27 Jan 2012 09:14:56 -0500</pubDate>
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<title>Volvo C70 computer   </title>
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<description><![CDATA[ I am having problems with the park assist &#45; there was heavy rain and then I  got a message that it needs servicing. It occurs to me that now it has dried  out it may all be fine and just need resetti...... The post has 4 replies so far. Read more and <a href="http://www.motorsforum.com/maintenance-uk/volvo-c70-computer-168100-.htm">discuss here</a> ]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 26 Jan 2012 04:25:08 -0500</pubDate>
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<title>Is this a high quote for a cambelt &#63; </title>
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<description><![CDATA[ I called my local ford specialist the cost of a cambelt&#47;tension&#47;water pump  is 422 inc vat and labour sounded a bit high to me. They did say its a 2  hours job. Second garage indy 270 all in for th...... The post has 21 replies so far. Read more and <a href="http://www.motorsforum.com/maintenance-uk/is-this-a-high-quote-for-a-cambelt-168086-.htm">discuss here</a> ]]></description>
<pubDate>Wed, 25 Jan 2012 11:52:57 -0500</pubDate>
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<title>Focus unlocking itself </title>
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<description><![CDATA[ &#40;Ford Focus 1.8 Zetec 2001&#41; Hi, I know this central locking unlocking itself whilst stationary is a common  problem. It happened before and lots of locking and unlocking cured it for a couple  of yea...... The post has 1 replies so far. Read more and <a href="http://www.motorsforum.com/maintenance-uk/focus-unlocking-itself-168078-.htm">discuss here</a> ]]></description>
<pubDate>Tue, 24 Jan 2012 07:15:00 -0500</pubDate>
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<title>remote locking 2006 ford fusion question </title>
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<description><![CDATA[ My mother has a 2006 Fusion and the remote key has died &#40;PATS is fine &#45; will start the car&#41; I tried changing the battery but no life at all. I reckon the key has died but to check I tried to put the ...... The post has 2 replies so far. Read more and <a href="http://www.motorsforum.com/maintenance-uk/remote-locking-2006-ford-fusion-question-168076-.htm">discuss here</a> ]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 23 Jan 2012 19:31:33 -0500</pubDate>
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<title>Movano engine </title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Does anyone know if the 2.5 diesel fitted to an 05 plate Vauxhall Movano &#40;rebadged Renault&#63;&#41; is common with other vehicles&#63; Our crewbus has thrown a rod through the block and secondhand engines seem ...... The post has 18 replies so far. Read more and <a href="http://www.motorsforum.com/maintenance-uk/movano-engine-168060-.htm">discuss here</a> ]]></description>
<pubDate>Sun, 22 Jan 2012 12:51:07 -0500</pubDate>
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<title>Pug expert van 2003 &#45; Door locks on sliding door &#45; How do you get them out &#63; </title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Just how do you remove the door locks on the sliding side door. Plastic   handle has broken, but bought a new complete plastic moulding and  handle. But I now have to remove the lock. Any ideas &#63;... The post has 3 replies so far. Read more and <a href="http://www.motorsforum.com/maintenance-uk/pug-expert-van-2003-door-locks-on-sliding-door-how-do-yo-168035-.htm">discuss here</a> ]]></description>
<pubDate>Sat, 21 Jan 2012 10:31:48 -0500</pubDate>
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<title>Battery light focus </title>
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<description><![CDATA[ I have a 1.8 ghia petrol focus 2004 model. I pulled away this afternoon and  the battery light came on. I turns the car off and then retstarted and the  light went off. I&apos;m hoping it was justa  blip ...... The post has 1 replies so far. Read more and <a href="http://www.motorsforum.com/maintenance-uk/battery-light-focus-168019-.htm">discuss here</a> ]]></description>
<pubDate>Fri, 20 Jan 2012 12:07:11 -0500</pubDate>
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<title>Mondeo clutch </title>
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<description><![CDATA[ A friend has a Mondeo diesel 2.00 and recently asked me for a second  opinion on the clutch. The car is on a 04 plate and has hit 100,000 miles. I have never felt such a horrible clutch in my life. I...... The post has 7 replies so far. Read more and <a href="http://www.motorsforum.com/maintenance-uk/mondeo-clutch-167979-.htm">discuss here</a> ]]></description>
<pubDate>Wed, 18 Jan 2012 09:31:45 -0500</pubDate>
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<title>Life expectancy of Octavia TDI v 525d </title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Hello, All other things being equal, which car &#40;engine, I suppose really&#41; has the best chance of lasting longer &#45; 2006 Mk2 Octavia 2.0 TDI PD with 55,000 miles; or a 2005 525d with 106,000 miles&#63; Car...... The post has 59 replies so far. Read more and <a href="http://www.motorsforum.com/maintenance-uk/life-expectancy-of-octavia-tdi-v-525d-167976-.htm">discuss here</a> ]]></description>
<pubDate>Wed, 18 Jan 2012 08:14:48 -0500</pubDate>
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<title>mondeo cabin and coolant heaters </title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Hi, I have a 2010 Mondeo. I was using google to look for ford forums&#47;fora and found some posts saying that the 2 L diesel that I have has a 600W electric heater, so that when it is cold &#40;like the las...... The post has 2 replies so far. Read more and <a href="http://www.motorsforum.com/maintenance-uk/mondeo-cabin-and-coolant-heaters-167974-.htm">discuss here</a> ]]></description>
<pubDate>Wed, 18 Jan 2012 06:23:34 -0500</pubDate>
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<title>VW sharan key woes </title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Apologies chap if I&apos;m asking this in the wrong place, I normally post here  for my mk4 golf. Basically I have a 2000 sharan and 2 keys. One key works fine but the other  had a new battery in but it w...... The post has 6 replies so far. Read more and <a href="http://www.motorsforum.com/maintenance-uk/vw-sharan-key-woes-167968-.htm">discuss here</a> ]]></description>
<pubDate>Tue, 17 Jan 2012 14:42:03 -0500</pubDate>
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<title>Small automatics </title>
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<description><![CDATA[ My mother wants to downsize from her Peugeot 307 auto. Ideally the the next one would also have a torque converter but the problem is that when a car is described as automatic it is not always obviou...... The post has 15 replies so far. Read more and <a href="http://www.motorsforum.com/maintenance-uk/small-automatics-167956-.htm">discuss here</a> ]]></description>
<pubDate>Sun, 15 Jan 2012 15:43:40 -0500</pubDate>
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<title>Rover 25 poor starting &#45; Thanks to David </title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Hi David After trying the de&#45;fusing of the fuel pump several times, I was pretty  convinced that a leaking injector was the problem, though even after  letting the pump run, there was a slight hesi...... The post has 13 replies so far. Read more and <a href="http://www.motorsforum.com/maintenance-uk/rover-25-poor-starting-thanks-to-david-167924-.htm">discuss here</a> ]]></description>
<pubDate>Sat, 14 Jan 2012 07:21:34 -0500</pubDate>
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<title>Ford focus battery </title>
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<description><![CDATA[ mk 1.5 1.8 16v 04 petrol focus. Asking on behalf of a friend at work, who has the same car funny enough. His battery has failed after 8 years of service&#33; which is very good imho. I know the focus req...... The post has 2 replies so far. Read more and <a href="http://www.motorsforum.com/maintenance-uk/ford-focus-battery-167920-.htm">discuss here</a> ]]></description>
<pubDate>Sat, 14 Jan 2012 06:25:34 -0500</pubDate>
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<title>Focus battery </title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Asking for a friend at work ironically we have the same car. 1.8 04 petrol focus ghia I know the focus needs a special calcium battery &#63; something to do with the  smart charge system so you can&apos;t use...... The post has 3 replies so far. Read more and <a href="http://www.motorsforum.com/maintenance-uk/focus-battery-167919-.htm">discuss here</a> ]]></description>
<pubDate>Sat, 14 Jan 2012 06:21:51 -0500</pubDate>
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