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Chrishazle

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  1. Our energetic family has the keys. The 2006 Toyota Yaris need new front tires imminently. I could easily use any inferior product for the front, but because I just changed the back tires, I feel compelled to choose the same company to maintain uniformity across all four tires. Absence of rationality. Assistance required!
  2. Generally, service managers lack understanding.
  3. Excellent work. All individuals should assemble in a systematic line behind me
  4. Yes, I use the same combo on my vehicles with excellent outcomes.
  5. Activating the traction control light on BMWs is straightforward, particularly if the B58 engine has been modified and the car is equipped with P Zero run-flat tires on cold asphalt. The kickdown programming at wide open throttle on the ZF8 transmission delivers power abruptly, potentially compromising rear-end traction, which, in conjunction with the aforementioned factors, creates a scenario conducive to an insurance claim. The TC may be deactivated if your name is Hamilton or Harris, but for the rest of us, it is preferable to remain in Sports rather than Sport +.
  6. Thank you, everyone. The panic has subsided; I have located a repair kit that has the appropriate O-rings, and it is expected to arrive by the middle of next week at the latest. Motivated to act upon discovering that the specified curing durations for the proposed sealants need several days to attain full strength. I need it to seal about 8-10 bar without delay! Permatex is often referenced as petrol-resistant; yet, it is hard to get in the UK. Thank you, everyone.
  7. Can someone propose a readily available liquid propane RTV in the UK, along with the appropriate material for O-rings that can withstand it? (Viton is capable of sealing, although its performance is suboptimal). The current seals are green in hue, which may assist in identifying the substance. Thank you in advance.
  8. If you are experiencing difficulties with your VIN, consult the dealer, preferably Kia, for guidance on resolving the issue.
  9. Please elucidate the problem you are encountering.
  10. My first aid kit is located in the netted compartment on the left side of the boot.
  11. Mine was contained within a polystyrene box that fits into the square compartment beneath the boot carpet.
  12. I possess a C-Class coupe, however I am uncertain if it will be identical.
  13. Perhaps a trivial inquiry: did you inspect beneath the carpet in the trunk?
  14. This is one you could consider include in your list. Verify the tire pressures, since several reports indicate they are too high in many new automobiles
  15. Similarly, the front spring on my wife's W246 fractured; I replaced it alone with one purchased from eBay. After 35,000 miles, the opposite side remains intact, exhibiting no variation in ride height, braking, or handling. We do not using it on track days; nonetheless, it seems suitable for regular usage.
  16. I see no issue with it, since the insurer may classify the incidence as "information only." You informed them that you were engaged in an accident that did not result in a claim on your insurance or that of the third party, in my opinion. In May of last year, an individual collided with the rear of my vehicle. His car seemed to be significantly damaged, while mine sustained just cosmetic harm. I reported the incident to the insurance company after involving the police, since the other vehicle was uninsured and I incurred no repair expenses. Consequently, the insurance company categorised my claim as "information only." Nonetheless, I presume you must disclose it with your next auto insurance application, and I think the relevant term is five years. If there are expenses incurred, even if paid personally and exceeding xx pounds, and you inform the insurance provider, they may see the situation differently. Enquire with your insurance provider, since their operations may vary about such matters.
  17. There is an aperture in its undertray, esteemed ALFAitalia. There is an aperture in the undertray, esteemed ALFAitalia, an aperture!
  18. Thus far, everything is satisfactory. I hope for your success. As Rasa previously said, many encounter the response "it has been painted before, goodbye," and you attempt to demonstrate that it has not.
  19. It is advisable to enquire with BMW, however I would not anticipate a favourable outcome. Please inform us of their response.
  20. Have the valve stem seals been replaced yet? At this age or mileage, the replacement of the valve stem seals will be necessary. They solidify and begin to leak from all the vehicles. Substantial white smoke will be seen at idle after the engine and exhaust have reached operating temperature. Numerous videos demonstrate how to do it. You must remove the cameras. The majority of individuals substitute the timing chain and the plastic timing chain guide concurrently. A prevalent source of burning oil and/or smoke at idle is a torn PCV valve diaphragm. When the engine is idling, removing the oil fill cap should create a little suction that may be felt if you cover the opening with your palm. If the cap is firmly secured or there is significant suction, it is likely a defective PCV. The valve cover has channels and valves that segregate oil from vapour, necessitating the replacement of the complete valve cover to remove the PCV diaphragm. A new orange rubber diaphragm is available as a Chinese aftermarket component to substitute just that portion of the PCV if it is cracked or perforated.
  21. I have own my E200 for 27 years, and throughout my investigation on YouTube, I saw remarks about the smaller nearside wing mirror. I then recognised that I use the nearside wing mirror as a parking help while manoeuvring it into my garage. If the wing mirror clears the garage door post when seen from the back, I will avoid damaging the bodywork. Furthermore, since the wing mirror is positioned on the nearside, it is less likely to collide with other wing mirrors in congested traffic scenarios or be struck by people when parked next to the pavement. I see that several automakers have now included folding wing mirrors; maybe Mercedes-Benz was more progressive than previously assumed.
  22. The garage has identified the fundamental problem as the oil cooler. Upon removal, all the piping connected to it and the hollow inside the water jacket were filled with granular sand. Not a little amount - a significant quantity. This has resulted in increased pressure, leading to the rupture of the cooler. Upon inspection, it is neither magnetic nor metallic and resembles no component of the engine. I have driven 30,000 miles in the automobile over the last year, therefore I am familiar with its history for that duration. During this period, it has had an oil change and had the serpentine belt changed; no other maintenance has been performed. There is no functionality in the cooling system whatsoever. Do you have any recommendations on its potential nature? It is suggested that a radweld product, such as Bars Leak, may have been excessively applied prior to my ownership, which is a plausible theory; nevertheless, it is peculiar that it functioned well for 30,000 miles before the issues arose. The one option I can conceive is that something was intentionally inserted into the coolant system; however, no one has approached the vehicle except for those I trust. Does anybody have more insights on its potential nature? Thank you.
  23. That is rather ominous. I am unfamiliar with the concept, yet I can see its potential efficacy. Individuals consistently astonish!
  24. That is logical. The compression check of the garages confirms the integrity of the combustion chambers; however, it does not address any leaks in the gasket between oil and water, nor does it indicate the presence of a cracked block or head in that area. The assembly is mostly disassembled; is there a method to inspect the water jacket for leaks? It is conceivable to reconnect the water hose to both the inlet and outlet of the block and conduct a pressure test; however, this would also result in leakage via the oil cooler, thereby failing to identify the source of the leak. The only method to ascertain is to visually inspect the head gasket, provided the oil cooler is intact and functioning properly. The coolant is certainly not old, since I verified the level and replenished it two weeks before. It is beneficial to be informed, however. We will verify that it is not gearbox oil; if it seems not to be, we will proceed with the oil cooler and hope that is the issue. If unsuccessful, it is time for decapitation. Thank you!
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