What is HDi on a car? HDi – a diesel engine (HDi stands for High-pressure direct injection) eHDi – a diesel engine with start /stop technology. The engine cuts out when the vehicle comes to a standstill (such as at traffic lights) and restarts when the accelerator is depressed. Is there a problem with Citroen […]
Read MoreWhere can I find the gearbox code for a Volkswagen Polo?
Where can I find the gearbox code for a Volkswagen Polo? Finding Gearbox codes for a Volkswagen Polo starts here. Toggle navigationmenu English Nederlands Deutsch Français Español Polak LoginMy Profile Car parts request Car parts stock Vehicle stock Participating companies Javascript support is deactivatedin your browser. This may cause inconvenience while using this web page. […]
Read MoreIs it safe to drive in central London?
Is it safe to drive in central London? Car seats are compulsory for children. It’s a good idea to avoid driving in central London, particularly at peak times. London has a well-developed public transport system, which often offers the quickest way to get around. The Congestion Charge applies to most vehicles which drive into central […]
Read MoreWhat should I do if my Peugeot battery goes flat?
What should I do if my Peugeot battery goes flat? The battery post connections are not good. Remove the terminals and clean the post and terminals before replacing them securely. The starter solenoid has failed and needs to be replaced. Why has a Peugeot Diesel battery gone flat so the car has to be jump-started? […]
Read MoreWhat are the specs of a Toyota Avensis 2.0?
What are the specs of a Toyota Avensis 2.0? Toyota Avensis II 2.0 VVT-i Spec. With a fuel consumption of 8.1 litres/100km – 35 mpg UK – 29 mpg US (Average), 0 to 100 km/h (62mph) in 9.4 seconds, a maximum top speed of 131 mph (210 km/h), a curb weight of 3131 lbs (1420 […]
Read MoreWhy do diesels idle so loud?
Why do diesels idle so loud? In the diesel engines, the fuel is injected into the already compressed air inside the cylinder. These types of engines are much noisier than the petrol ones because their mechanics work under higher pressure. There are a lot of small parts inside, such as metal caps, small valves and […]
Read MoreWhy does my SEAT Leon not lock the door?
Why does my SEAT Leon not lock the door? Sometimes it locks the doors but the lights don’t flash (the passenger door IS locked unlike when locking from the inside), if I press again nothing happens but I can hear a noise in the passenger door, press once more and the lights flash. Why is […]
Read MoreWhat is wrong with my speedometer?
What is wrong with my speedometer? If your speedometer stopped working and stays at 0 MPH, you should have your car checked ASAP. The most common causes of a speedometer that stopped working include are a faulty speed sensor, a broken gear on the speedometer, damaged wiring, or a faulty engine control unit. How do […]
Read MoreWhat causes difficulty in acceleration?
What causes difficulty in acceleration? What Causes Acceleration Problems? Hiccups in air and fuel delivery and sensor issues are the main causes of poor acceleration. However, mechanical issues can also be the cause of low power. Why does my car hesitate to start up a hill? This warning may be accompanied by hesitation while accelerating, […]
Read MoreCan a bad ignition coil cause low compression?
Can a bad ignition coil cause low compression? A coil pack will not cause a lack of compression. but if the plug is cracked leaking past the porcelin could. but you won’t be able to test for it because a compression test is done by removing the spark plugs and using the spark plug hole […]
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