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by AlexB
Tue Nov 15, 2016 8:01 pm
Forum: Problems / Questions
Topic: Banning internal combustion engines
Replies: 16
Views: 10458

Re: Banning internal combustion engines

Regarding the long-dead reptiles... It seems that natural gas and possibly oil, at least some of the resources, may be generated in the Earth's mantle somehow. There may (speculative at the moment) be much more fuel under the ground than we think. They call it abiotic hydrocarbons. These are a few s...
by AlexB
Tue Nov 08, 2016 7:06 pm
Forum: Problems / Questions
Topic: Loss of Power
Replies: 4
Views: 3092

Re: Loss of Power

Regarding OBD scanners. In my now gone 2003 1.9dci there were two OBD protocols enabled at the same time: K-line and CAN bus. The OBD was actually working on the old-style K-line, while CAN was for the proprietary stuff. Check all the protocols for being supported. If the MIL light is on, then this ...
by AlexB
Mon Nov 07, 2016 8:14 pm
Forum: Problems / Questions
Topic: Loss of Power
Replies: 4
Views: 3092

Re: Loss of Power

Turbos make whining noise when on the way out. If your turbo was whining and final seized, you would probably be asking a different question. I think that in your case the ECU has detected some problem and decided to limit the engine to 2000rpm. Read the OBD codes before doing anything. It can be th...
by AlexB
Sun Nov 06, 2016 6:21 pm
Forum: Megane I
Topic: Wheel Bearing and various front suspension bits
Replies: 7
Views: 16057

Re: Wheel Bearing and various front suspension bits

Thanks Garry for a remarkable story. Yes, these are the last generation of honest cars before fiddling with generally unnecessary gadgets and features began. Well done! Regarding pulling out the bearings. If things get stuck one can use an old arc welder to rapidly heat the part which is being remov...
by AlexB
Sun Nov 06, 2016 5:48 pm
Forum: Megane 225
Topic: ESP/ASR Fault Light Won't Disappear
Replies: 1
Views: 3973

Re: ESP/ASR Fault Light Won't Disappear

df194 - "replace computer after impact".
It doesn't look like ESP/ASR... I don't have the manual at hand, please double check this. Is it possible that they spiked/hit the airbag computer during the repair?
by AlexB
Sun Nov 06, 2016 10:58 am
Forum: Problems / Questions
Topic: Banning internal combustion engines
Replies: 16
Views: 10458

Banning internal combustion engines

The global powers are planning to ban cars, as we know them now, by 2030. They will become electric and to a great extent self-driving gadgets whose road time will be rented from the same guys together with the battery packs. The same is with motorcycles, which will not require helmets any longer du...
by AlexB
Fri Nov 04, 2016 10:07 pm
Forum: Everything Else
Topic: Add oil to diesel for better mpg
Replies: 22
Views: 26330

Re: Add oil to diesel for better mpg

Yep, in the EU they are talking about banning the internal combustion engine by 2030... You used the word "reality" quite appropriately. The reality is what the customers want, as opposed to what they are told to want by the people who the said customers somehow think are better than them....
by AlexB
Fri Nov 04, 2016 9:47 pm
Forum: Everything Else
Topic: Add oil to diesel for better mpg
Replies: 22
Views: 26330

Re: Add oil to diesel for better mpg

Of course this is not done in the regular tests - only to get the factory bogus MPG figures. This is when the car is classed for a lower tax. A funny thing is that this kind of tax fraud actually reduces pollution - less money the monopoly of violence gets, less money they burn :shock: . Alexb said ...
by AlexB
Fri Nov 04, 2016 9:26 pm
Forum: Problems / Questions
Topic: Renault Megane 2006 2.0l 16v - Overheating
Replies: 1
Views: 2364

Re: Renault Megane 2006 2.0l 16v - Overheating

What does Mr. OBD say? Apart from the obvious cooling system issues (the pump, thermostat, airlocks, blockages) it could be something about the O2 sensor and injectors. Look at the fuel trim first. If the oil and coolant are clean, then the gasket is likely to be fine. Did the car seriously overheat...
by AlexB
Fri Sep 02, 2016 8:25 pm
Forum: Megane III
Topic: New to forum! Mods advice please
Replies: 2
Views: 2498

Re: New to forum! Mods advice please

The most effective mod is new tyres. Conti Sport 5P are the best for street - an excellent cold grip. I usually put slightly wider tyres on the front in order to reduce understeer. The range of tyre sizes for your rims is easy to determine by using one of online calculators. Then adjust the pressure...
by AlexB
Fri Sep 02, 2016 8:14 pm
Forum: Megane III
Topic: Megane III dynamique TomTom
Replies: 4
Views: 5164

Re: Megane III dynamique TomTom

Yea, when the the electronic accelerator fails, thevrevs go go 3000rpm just to get you home... So, it can be the pedal.
by AlexB
Mon Jul 11, 2016 8:12 pm
Forum: Problems / Questions
Topic: Spare Parts Query
Replies: 1
Views: 1781

Re: Spare Parts Query

This rubberised trim is not supposed be water tight. The failures happen because the internal plastic sheet is not placed correctly. It's a cheap, but moderately fiddly fix involving taking the door apart, a plastic sheet and some silicone. Give it about two hours on a sunny afternoon.
by AlexB
Sat Jul 09, 2016 11:37 pm
Forum: Pre Ownership Questions
Topic: Another first try
Replies: 1
Views: 9528

Re: Another first try

Hi and welcome! Have you tried driving one? After a naturally aspirated straight 6, this one may feel not particularly quick and excessively stable at first. Only later, with ESP off on a twisty road and while keeping it in boost it starts shining. I mean, the computer will tell you to accelerate to...
by AlexB
Tue Jun 14, 2016 9:25 pm
Forum: Megane III
Topic: Vibration RS250
Replies: 2
Views: 2300

Re: Vibration RS250

Is it vibrating while stationary?
If it is the case, then something has collapsed and the engine is pressed against the body. It could be an object stuck behind the engine, but what object?.. The engine mounts need to be checked. Was the belt changed recently?
by AlexB
Tue Jun 14, 2016 9:13 pm
Forum: Problems / Questions
Topic: Blown dashboard fitting stereo
Replies: 1
Views: 1847

Re: Blown dashboard fitting stereo

PSU box under the bonnet, near the port side wheel arch. It is responsible for distributing the power around.

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