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Radio Code - Ford Escort (Orion)

Hi - second time of posting, hoping for a non "ask Ford" answer! I have an N reg (1996) Ford Escort Ghia (Orion shape). The radio is the standard one fitted - a model 2006R - Part no. F58F-19B132-BA,...

Swiper

Nissan Micra cutting out

My M-reg Nissan Micra keeps cutting out. It only happens when I have to slow down and go into a lower gear and it happens when I have been driving for about 30 mins or so. For example I was slowing...

sarah_louise

Golf GTI Unleaded Petrol have I done any damage ?

My September 2006 Golf GTI Mk5 has been filled up since then with unleaded petrol. Now done 2000 miles. I have only just noticed the inside of the filler cap says Use Super Unleaded petrol only. Do I...

Clive

A170 won't crank when warm

My A170 diesel starts on the button when cold but is dead as a doornail when warm. Sometimes you hear a click when you turn the key

Madasever

Blackwell Tunnel

Why was the Blackwell Tunnel built with all those bends in the road? Couldn't they build straight under the Thames?

paul 1

tom tom one uk

i have one of these and i would like to update my uk map. whats the best way? cheers

Illyria54

Mercedes G-Wagon

I have inherited a Mercedes G-Wagon from a very dear friend, it is in excellent condition and I want to keep it that way, however, it won't fit in my garage, is it possible to buy a cover for it? I...

jaimed

can i drive my girlfriends car ???????

my girlfriend has a toyota previa i have insurance 4 my escort can i drive her car and be covered with my insurance. the cars are both insured 4 3rd party fire n theft.

strider1

mx5 workshop manual

Hi I have a Y reg 2001 mazda mx5 and i cant get my hands on a Haynes workshop manual for it ! iv seen them advertised on E bay for models up to 1998 but havent seen any for the models after that year...

sad old git

Proton Satria

Hi All .Can anyone tell me where I can obtain a maintenance/repair manual for a Proton Satria car without paying an arm and a leg for it. How about it Normanthe dog.

markh1972

ford transit

can anyone tell me if ford transits are reliable vans to own??

alan47

clear driving license offences in scotland

when can you clear drink driving or speeding offences from your license.

tryon

faults

I own a renault megane and have problems with my heater and windscreen wipers, my windscreen wiper will only work if I put my heater on and my heater doesn't work at all can any one help ??????

shelley2

Passenger door caught in wind seems to have dropped

My passenger door got blown open very hard in the wind - i heard a crack at the time - the door now seems to have dropped and will only close with a very hard bang. i realise its a hinge or something...

Bobster-cyw

Vauxhall Corsa Fog Light Switch Removal

I need to replace the switch on my N reg Corsa. I've bought a new one but was wondering how to remove the old one from the dash. Im hoping its not as complicated as the heater dial bulbs as one of...

electrobix

Where is the ECU located on a 2001 fiat punto?

Hi, I was just wondering there the ECU is on a 1.2 standard fiat punto from 2001? Thanks!

auntsallyann

car tax

need to pay my road tax (wanted to do it on line)and typically I can't find the renewal form - can i go to post office and get a copy

2crafty

Why does my portable dvd player stop working in my lorry?

I have had four portable dvd players for my lorry and every one has had the screen blow after a short time of playing. Is there anything I can buy as a surge protector or do to prevent it happening...