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What's wrong with my Volvo's engine?
Last year my engine blew in my 2002 Volvo S40. I had the engine replaced but since then the car will not start without giving it some throttle, it cuts out at junctions etc. and is not idling correctly. I have twice replaced the camshaft sensor, but again the camshaft fault will appear after another number of weeks. Having the faults removed will ensure smooth running for a number of weeks before reverting to the same issues. What do you think the issue could be?
Derry Mc Carthy (Killarney)
Nov 2014 Filed under: fault
Why are my Toyota's carpets wet after rain?
I have a 1996 Toyota Carina 1.6 and the floors are all wet after rain. What is the problem?
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Gemma Quinn
Nov 2014 Filed under: fault
Why did my Toyota Corolla break down?
Hi,
My Toyota Corolla broke down on the M8 while driving to Dublin. Had the car for seven years no problem. It gave a clicking sound a few times and then suddenly started slowing down. I stopped by the hard shoulder and opened the bonnet to see smoke coming out of the engine. I got the oil indicator and thought it needs oil. I topped it up, but now the car won't start. I called breakdown assist who took me to the nearest garage. It just doesn't start now. What is wrong with my car?
Dwtdil D (Cork)
Nov 2014 Filed under: fault
I can't open my Opel Insignia's boot...
Battery went dead on my Open Insignia and I cannot open the boot manually. Is there a setting or fuse that might be the problem? The key fob only does the central locking...
Paul Obrien (Kilkenny)
Jun 2015 Filed under: fault
Issue with timing chain in the Mazda CX-7?
Was there an issue with the timing chain in the Mazda CX-7? I have heard conflicting reports.
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John Cloonan (Athlone)
Nov 2014 Filed under: fault
Why does my Rover 75 overheat?
My car is a Rover 75. Why does it overheat?
Solomon Kingz (Abuja Nigeria)
Dec 2014 Filed under: fault
My Toyota Avensis won't start. What to do?
My 2008 Toyota Avensis diesel has just 75,000 miles on the clock, is fully serviced and running well until a week ago. It now will not start and my mechanic cannot get into the diagnostics to find fault.
What now?
Joseph Mcgowan (Donegal)
Nov 2014 Filed under: fault
What's wrong with my Toyota auto gearbox?
My 2013 Toyota Avensis Verso has an auto gear problem. It drives fine when it's cold and the gear change is perfect. Even in reverse it's fine, but it stops moving after two to three minutes driving and reverse won't engage either. What is the problem?
John Kerry (London)
Dec 2014 Filed under: fault
The steering on my Avensis seems jumpy!
The steering on my 2010 Toyota Avensis Aura seems jumpy and light. What's wrong?
David Large (Sligo Ireland)
Jul 2016 Filed under: fault
What can I do about my faulty i30?
Hi, I am Prince from Wicklow,
I bought a new Hyundai i30 1.6 diesel two months ago. Now the car has an engine noise, abnormal pulling and an air conditioning problem. It was admitted to dealer garrage for repair it twice within two months. That took a week each time, but it is still not perfect.
Now it is running forward without pressing the accelerator in second, third and fourth gear and does not slow down immidiately when going down a gear. And there is also some problem with the auto stop and start system. Plus its fuel economy is only 47mpg.
What should I do? Can I ask my dealer to replace this faulty car, and what are my rights?
Thank you
Prince
Prince Francis (Bray)
Oct 2015 Filed under: fault
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