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by heritageboy
Sun Jan 24, 2010 9:28 pm
Forum: Problems / Questions
Topic: 'Braking Fault' or 'Brake Fault' Warning
Replies: 5
Views: 9922

Re: 'Braking Fault' or 'Brake Fault' Warning

Ah, it could be that my brake fluid needs topping-up or my pads are wearing thin...
by heritageboy
Sun Jan 24, 2010 9:26 pm
Forum: Problems / Questions
Topic: 'Braking Fault' or 'Brake Fault' Warning
Replies: 5
Views: 9922

Re: 'Braking Fault' or 'Brake Fault' Warning

Still got this 'Braking Fault' error which flashes up (and beeps) at various times during journeys - ABS seems to work and no difference to brakes generally. I'm thinking a loose connection somewhere... anyone have any ideas? I'm going to put it on the market again soon (after front bumper's replace...
by heritageboy
Tue Jan 12, 2010 2:44 pm
Forum: Problems / Questions
Topic: Headlight bulb procedure?
Replies: 21
Views: 13511

Re: Headlight bulb procedure?

Halfords have just fitted me a new offside headlight bulb for £2.99 (plus the cost of the bulb)! Took mine to Gloucester Halfords on Saturday.. 'sorry mate we don't do Meganes, Kas, Focus..'. Popped into the Worcester branch near work and a nice chap swapped them out in 5 mins. Cost me £5.99 per bu...
by heritageboy
Thu Jan 07, 2010 9:26 pm
Forum: Problems / Questions
Topic: Radio has stopped working again...
Replies: 8
Views: 6722

Re: Radio has stopped working again...

Thanks Dave, didn't think you were being sarkee - just thought it was a bit strange that as soon as it got cold...
by heritageboy
Thu Jan 07, 2010 11:23 am
Forum: Problems / Questions
Topic: Radio has stopped working again...
Replies: 8
Views: 6722

Re: Radio has stopped working again...

Thanks all, I'll give it a blast.
by heritageboy
Wed Jan 06, 2010 6:35 pm
Forum: Problems / Questions
Topic: Headlight bulb procedure?
Replies: 21
Views: 13511

Re: Headlight bulb procedure?

Changed my Saab 93's bulbs the other day in Halfords car park - piece of p*ss. Bother of my bulbs have gone on the Meg so went to change... can't believe you have to take the wheel off! Been driving on sides and fogs last couple of nights - I'm going to try my local Halfords and see if they'll do it...
by heritageboy
Wed Jan 06, 2010 6:30 pm
Forum: Problems / Questions
Topic: 'Braking Fault' or 'Brake Fault' Warning
Replies: 5
Views: 9922

Re: 'Braking Fault' or 'Brake Fault' Warning

Thanks for that Alex, just seen a pre-painted bumper on the net for £213 all-in. The bracket's a tad squashed underneath...
by heritageboy
Wed Jan 06, 2010 8:55 am
Forum: Problems / Questions
Topic: Radio has stopped working again...
Replies: 8
Views: 6722

Re: Radio has stopped working again...

uh, thanks Dave thought there might be some link!
by heritageboy
Tue Jan 05, 2010 9:31 pm
Forum: Problems / Questions
Topic: Radio has stopped working again...
Replies: 8
Views: 6722

Radio has stopped working again...

Arghh, as well as crashing the Meg in the snow today the radio has stopped working. Didn't drive it over Xmas so yesterday was the first time in a few days. Anyhows, the radio doesn't switch on - I've experienced this before and got it fixed under warranty. Bl**dy thing's gone and done it again. Any...
by heritageboy
Tue Jan 05, 2010 9:28 pm
Forum: Problems / Questions
Topic: 'Braking Fault' or 'Brake Fault' Warning
Replies: 5
Views: 9922

'Braking Fault' or 'Brake Fault' Warning

Just crashed the car in the snow, needs a new front bumper but lights still working and it drives all right. Question is, have had a following error flash up of late - 'Braking Fault' or similar. Brakes seem to work okay but I reckon it could relate to the ABS... I don't remember the ABS kicking-in ...
by heritageboy
Fri Aug 14, 2009 10:39 am
Forum: Problems / Questions
Topic: 1.9 DCi 130 sounds like I'm running on all terrain tyres...
Replies: 5
Views: 3302

Re: 1.9 DCi 130 sounds like I'm running on all terrain tyres...

Great, thanks for that I'll give it a blast.
by heritageboy
Wed Aug 12, 2009 1:44 pm
Forum: Problems / Questions
Topic: 1.9 DCi 130 sounds like I'm running on all terrain tyres...
Replies: 5
Views: 3302

Re: 1.9 DCi 130 sounds like I'm running on all terrain tyres...

Thanks for that, is there an easy way I can tell if the bearing's shot by removing the wheel?
by heritageboy
Tue Aug 11, 2009 12:55 pm
Forum: Problems / Questions
Topic: 1.9 DCi 130 sounds like I'm running on all terrain tyres...
Replies: 5
Views: 3302

1.9 DCi 130 sounds like I'm running on all terrain tyres...

Hi all The car's developed a really annoying whirring noise at all speeds - sounds like I've got a set of all terrain tyres fitted. I'm thinking it's a wheel bearing on front driver's side; had to replace the rear bearings at a recent MOT. I don't have matching tyres on the front though they've been...
by heritageboy
Wed Jul 01, 2009 11:24 am
Forum: Parts and Accessories
Topic: First MOT - failure - turning into a nightmare
Replies: 15
Views: 15100

Re: First MOT - failure - turning into a nightmare

Nationwide Worcester (The Butts depot). They said I could stick with the old rear pads as they had approx. 8mm left and that they'd rub them down with emery cloth :?: They also said the rear wheel bearing was dangerous and had to be replaced (MOT failure) though I heard no nasty squeeking/grinding n...
by heritageboy
Thu Jun 25, 2009 1:23 pm
Forum: Parts and Accessories
Topic: First MOT - failure - turning into a nightmare
Replies: 15
Views: 15100

Re: First MOT - failure - turning into a nightmare

Thanks for that... I tried wiper blades but the site doesn't work properly on my work PC. I went back to Nationwide Autocentres with my findings - they said they could do the job for £362 (a drop of £90!) - this is as cheap, if not cheaper, with me sourcing the parts then getting them to fit (and ha...

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