...Q1 / 2014 Mercedes Benz A-Class, Type: W 168 Model year: 1997 to 2004 All models Uneven or increased wear on disc brake pads Thermal overload Seized up brakes and uneven or increased wear of the brake pads are frequent problems with brake systems that have Nirosta guide plates. On...
...Ford Fiesta, Ka, Puma built from January to February 2000 Unexpected illumination of the brake fluid warning light If the brake fluid warning light illuminates unexpectedly when the brake discs, brake pads and brake shoes are in good condition, the problem could be a leaking thre...
...Audi A2 Functionless window motor after several operations (approximately 5 times) After several operations the window motor is functionless. This is causes by a safety circuit. A software, installed in the door control unit, protects the window motor from overheating. This means, that af...
...Opel Astra H All models with a turbocharger Engine power loss. Error rate P1106. Engine control lamp comes on. Atmospheric pressure/ altitude sensor If on these vehicles there are complaints that the engine jerks, experiences loss of power and the error rate P1106 is stored in...
...Citroen Xsara Picasso Model year: 1999–11.2002 All models Interior blower not working If the interior blower stops working in the case of the above-mentioned vehicles, the ignition switch in particular should be checked when troubleshooting. As the entire current for the supply o...
...Renault Laguna 2 Model year: from 2001 With electronically controlled compressor Poor cooling performance of the air- conditioning system If there should be complaints about the cooling performance of the air-conditioning systems with the above-mentioned vehicles, the cause is often...
...Service Information Brake pad wear indicator BMW model series F10/F11 Replacing the warning contacts of the brake pad wear indicator The BMW maintenance system Condition Based Service (CBS) monitors all systems necessary for operational safety. Sensors and special software programs d...
...Piston crown damageSeizure due to overheating (mainly piston crown) • Overheating due to combustion defaults • Bent/blocked oil injection jet • Installation of incorrect pistons • Malfunctions in the cooling system • Clearance restriction in the upper sliding sur face areaImpact...
...ALFA 147 - Suspension wear remote bolt One thing that any long term mechanic will soon get to realise, is that certain problems will occur with certain vehicles, and they will continue to occur for the life of that vehicle. I have seen quite a few Alfa Romeos which have suffered from to...
...Panda - Intermittently running rough The owner had recently bought this 2007 Fiat Panda 1100, as a starter vehicle for his son. Dad didn’t really want to insure him on his 2018 Audi A5 and thought that this would be a good comprise. The father had used the Panda a few times for short...