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Topic: Poor MPG |
Jorge
Replies: 126
Views: 22838
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Forum: Tech Questions
Posted: Tue Sep 12, 2006 2:17 pm Subject: Re: Poor MPG |
Think it's the temp sensor dor the dash |
Topic: Random none starting |
Jorge
Replies: 16
Views: 2541
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Forum: Tech Questions
Posted: Mon Sep 11, 2006 3:49 pm Subject: Re: Random none starting |
Neal's right
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Topic: Random none starting |
Jorge
Replies: 16
Views: 2541
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Forum: Tech Questions
Posted: Mon Sep 11, 2006 2:17 pm Subject: Re: Random none starting |
Should be on the engine flywheel, above the gearbox |
Topic: Brake clonk, & clicking noise. |
Jorge
Replies: 11
Views: 4096
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Forum: Tech Questions
Posted: Sun Sep 10, 2006 2:28 pm Subject: Re: Brake clonk, & clicking noise. |
When you aplly the brakes, there are pistons (one or two) that move them towards the disc. If they get seized, they can get stuck. To check them, you have to remove the weels, then the calipers withou ... |
Topic: Brake clonk, & clicking noise. |
Jorge
Replies: 11
Views: 4096
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Forum: Tech Questions
Posted: Sun Sep 10, 2006 1:50 pm Subject: Re: Brake clonk, & clicking noise. |
That's a linguistic barrier, I thought calipers were the drum type...
Either way, with flexible brake hoses or not, it looks like when he brakes hard, the guide pistons tend to stuck and the ... |
Topic: Brake clonk, & clicking noise. |
Jorge
Replies: 11
Views: 4096
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Forum: Tech Questions
Posted: Sun Sep 10, 2006 10:02 am Subject: Re: Brake clonk, & clicking noise. |
I didn't read it correctly...
Well, in that case you should check the litlle pumps (how u call it?) within the rear drum brakes, could have something to do with the clicking... |
Topic: Brake clonk, & clicking noise. |
Jorge
Replies: 11
Views: 4096
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Forum: Tech Questions
Posted: Sat Sep 09, 2006 6:07 pm Subject: Re: Brake clonk, & clicking noise. |
For the "clonk", try replacing the flexible brake tubes
For the clicking, make sure the alternator belt isn't getting stripped, if so it may get underneath the distribution belt and brake it ... |
Topic: PAS pump |
Jorge
Replies: 7
Views: 2828
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Forum: Tech Questions
Posted: Mon Sep 04, 2006 4:35 pm Subject: Re: PAS pump |
Ok will check and let you know, maybe I need a new pump or direction box
tks again m8 |
Topic: PAS pump |
Jorge
Replies: 7
Views: 2828
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Forum: Tech Questions
Posted: Mon Sep 04, 2006 10:23 am Subject: Re: PAS pump |
Yes and yes
I think due to wider tyres the assistance is more difficult, thus the question about the pump...
Or should I look for the suspension mounts of the valvers?
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Topic: PAS pump |
Jorge
Replies: 7
Views: 2828
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Forum: Tech Questions
Posted: Sun Sep 03, 2006 12:33 pm Subject: Re: PAS pump |
So, I take it they both have same specs?
The reason I'm asking is, since I upgraded the wheels, on more irregular floor, the car seems to have a will of itself...
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Topic: PAS pump |
Jorge
Replies: 7
Views: 2828
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Forum: Tech Questions
Posted: Sun Sep 03, 2006 7:10 am Subject: PAS pump |
Hi
Any1 knows the difference between the pumps of the power assistance of energyes and valvers?
I need to know if I can switch for a valver (if it is possible) pump, once I changed the tyres siz ... |
Topic: Cabby Rear window doesnt work |
Jorge
Replies: 17
Views: 2718
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Forum: Tech Questions
Posted: Thu Aug 31, 2006 1:48 am Subject: Re: Cabby Rear window doesnt work |
I'm lost
Have you checked for corroded contacts on the plug that goes to the door?
I mean inside the car, just before the loom entering the door ? |
Topic: taking dash out of R19 16V ph2 |
Jorge
Replies: 4
Views: 2130
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Forum: Tech Questions
Posted: Wed Aug 30, 2006 5:13 pm Subject: Re: taking dash out of R19 16V ph2 |
If it's like ph2 1.4 energys, there should be at least 4! 2 behind a small cap at mid-height of the dash (more visible when you open the doors), and 2 behind the dash's speakers (you have to re ... |
Topic: Poor MPG |
Jorge
Replies: 126
Views: 22838
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Forum: Tech Questions
Posted: Thu Aug 24, 2006 11:47 am Subject: Re: Poor MPG |
OK
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Topic: Electric windows |
Jorge
Replies: 5
Views: 2320
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Forum: Tech Questions
Posted: Thu Aug 24, 2006 11:34 am Subject: Re: Electric windows |
Will do
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Topic: Poor MPG |
Jorge
Replies: 126
Views: 22838
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Forum: Tech Questions
Posted: Thu Aug 24, 2006 11:29 am Subject: Re: Poor MPG |
Yes, that's stock plugs. The difference for the bkr6 is the temp, is it? If I put them will it run hotter or cooler?
TIA |
Topic: Poor MPG |
Jorge
Replies: 126
Views: 22838
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Forum: Tech Questions
Posted: Wed Aug 23, 2006 2:29 pm Subject: Re: Poor MPG |
Do they also apply for energys? If so, I'm willing to try them
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Topic: Poor MPG |
Jorge
Replies: 126
Views: 22838
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Forum: Tech Questions
Posted: Wed Aug 23, 2006 1:03 am Subject: Re: Poor MPG |
Yes.
When the lambda sensor goes, the ECU will recognize it and adopt a fixed value (I think 0,925 Volt) for its Lambda input. This can cause your symptons, but it could also be the CTS, like Chris ... |
Topic: Electric windows |
Jorge
Replies: 5
Views: 2320
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Forum: Tech Questions
Posted: Tue Aug 22, 2006 9:46 am Subject: Re: Electric windows |
Ok, so I saw all grounds and everything seems ok.
Any ideas what to do next? A friend told me about adjusting the window's "liners", if you get me, but he's on vacations and unreachable...
:rol ... |
Topic: Poor MPG |
Jorge
Replies: 126
Views: 22838
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Forum: Tech Questions
Posted: Tue Aug 22, 2006 9:42 am Subject: Re: Poor MPG |
Well, if one is available from a friend's car, you will have the chance to save some.
In fact, if a friend's car is available you could try also the lambda sensor.
Could also be worth cleaning t ... |
Topic: Poor MPG |
Jorge
Replies: 126
Views: 22838
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Forum: Tech Questions
Posted: Tue Aug 22, 2006 9:25 am Subject: Re: Poor MPG |
Try borrowing one for troubleshooting purposes |
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