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  1. Greetings everyone If anyone has upgraded the alloy rod for the swirl flaps on a v6 engine, please share your experience. I bought a kit from eBay, but the garage that installed it told me the new retaining clips that attach the rod to the flap arms don't stay put once installed; no matter how you move the rod, the clips will come loose. They informed me that the new retainer clips are too short or that the upgraded rods are too thick in comparison to the old ones. The garage won't install the kit I bought, so I was hoping someone else has experienced this and found a solution. I would be very grateful for any comments you might have.
  2. What are your objectives for acquiring a 'smart' charging station? What advantage does that provide you compared to your current situation? Is it truly necessary to substitute the EVSE controller? To capitalise on variable rate tariffs, you must have a method for monitoring the fluctuating tariffs. If they are uncomplicated peak/off-peak periods during conventional hours, then virtually any charging station can accommodate that, or your vehicle can be effortlessly programd to utilise those timings. To capitalise on local solar generation for self-consumption, it is essential for your chargepoint to ascertain the energy availability at your property, enabling you to charge your vehicle solely with solar power when time is not a constraint. To capitalise on highly variable-rate tariffs such as Octopus Agile, it is essential to have a system capable of retrieving your half-hourly rates and modifying your car's charging schedule based on your needs. To benefit from 'Intelligent' tariffs, such as Octopus Intelligent Go, you must relinquish complete control of your charging to a third party. I substituted my outdated Rolec Wallpod with a system based on an OpenEVSE controller, successfully implementing options 1 and 2 mentioned above, integrated through Home Assistant. It is indeed a vessel of Theseus/ Trigger's broom. The majority of 'smart' charging stations are connected to remote control systems rather than being governed by local control mechanisms. For instance, pod point depends exclusively on its own servers to manage your chargepoint. OpenEVSE is unique. Certain 'intelligent' charging stations have proven to be ineffectual relics when the provider ceased operations, exemplified by JuiceBox's withdrawal from the US market, which resulted in the closure of their central management systems. The case of Andersen also occurred in the UK. If the 'smart' control is unnecessary for you and your focus is solely on enhancing reliability and adhering to the latest electrical wiring standards, you may continue to upgrade the electrical components of your Rolec, as numerous forum members have done, to incorporate PEN loss protection (which is not a concern for me since I possess an earth rod), or an RCD that complies with current regulations concerning DC faults, unlike those applicable at the time of your initial installation.
  3. The LEDs themselves may not be defective; frequently, it is the power supply components that malfunction. However, since they are integrated into a single unit, the dealer will prefer to replace the entire assembly. There exist specialised repair or refurbishment facilities that may offer significantly lower prices; however, you will probably need to dismount the headlamp, dispatch it to them, and await its return for several days before reinstalling it... best of luck.
  4. The 2013 Sportage that my son drives has LED headlights. Until much later in the year, no other brand offers them.Has 2014 maintained its
  5. Holy cow, that vehicle is gassing out! Mine seemed terrible to me! Just like mentioned earlier, once everything is cleared out, it will feel like a rocket. And yes, definitely map out the EGR and purchase an EGR removal kit. It makes a huge impact.
  6. According to the aforementioned comments, there is no straightforward solution. While awaiting my daughter's arrival from school on a chilly day, I like the seat to be heated and prepared for her. Utilising the application for such a little task is suboptimal. on this particular instance, the seat heating controls for the eNiro located on the central console are the superior option. It is frustrating that Kia did not consider it. We should have the ability to activate passenger seat heating in the climate control interface.
  7. I have been enjoying the EV3 experience since acquiring the vehicle over the weekend. My former vehicle was an eNiro, where the driver could easily activate the front passenger seat heating due to the switch's placement on the central console. In the EV3, the passenger seat heating switch is located on the passenger door, necessitating some stretching to access it. The driver can activate the back seat heating via the climate screen, however the passenger seat heating cannot be controlled in the same manner. Have I overlooked something? Is accessing the passenger door switch the only method?
  8. Depending on the mileage accrued (presumably little for a diesel) during the last two years, the vehicle requires servicing, indicating it is 12 months overdue for maintenance. The gearbox requires maintenance every 40,000 to 60,000 kilometres. Instead of only spending around £300 on a gearbox service, it is advisable to have the codes examined, since it may indicate a malfunctioning component. It may not be, but it is prudent to ascertain initially.
  9. A appropriate oil pressure gauge has to be installed and the pressure assessed. That is a substandard repair.
  10. Excellent discovery. However, I have seen that my 42-year-old backhoe and 72-year-old tractor experience less wire damage compared to the newer vehicles I have had to often leave outside. The former are situated in the woods at a considerable distance from the home. Tractors and similar machinery may be inherently more "exposed" by design, providing a less concealed and safe environment for creatures compared to the area under a vehicle hood. I will need to investigate the findings demonstrating equivalent attraction to soy and non-soy insulation.
  11. Soy-based insulation has existed for some years. The attraction of creatures to it is well recognised. I would be astonished to discover a car manufacturer that is not using that material in contemporary times. Nonetheless, this does not provide a sufficient rationale for allowing major corporations, as defendants in litigation, to feign ignorance. Numerous accounts throughout the years indicate that various creatures are drawn to any wire that conducts even little residual electricity. Extensive lists (mostly of ordinary home items, cleaning agents, herbs, and toiletries) are purportedly poisonous to certain pests and are thought to be efficient in repelling them. Moreover, the majority are inexpensive and provide a somewhat agreeable fragrance for individuals. For men, it is simple; just apply AXE liberally to various surfaces. No animals were seen in the vicinity thereafter. There are no ladies present.
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