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Starat

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  1. I will be verifying a common earth point. There will be a stud located on the inner wing accompanied by several brown wires.
  2. Your insurance will not provide coverage for this, and a breakdown service cannot create a new key. A compromised key fob is not the issue; you have previously recognised a damaged circuit board, which may be the root of the problem. Due to its antiquated design, certain automotive locksmiths possess the capability to fabricate and program a key. Consider conducting a search or making a phone call. The issue may potentially stem from a malfunctioning Electronic Ignition Switch, with the damaged component not being the root cause in this instance.
  3. Conduct the standard inspections of service and MOT histories, and listen for any chain sounds, particularly during cold starts.
  4. It is advisable to choose for the 2.0 engine and maintain it frequently, including servicing the timing chain at 100,000 miles. While the six-cylinder engine performs well and has an appealing sound, it may present more significant and costly problems compared to the timing chain replacement of a four-cylinder engine. They experience bottom end failure, which, if not detected promptly, results in the scrapping of the block.
  5. One should not get any speed alerts while going below 20 mph. Neither the cruise control nor the speed limiters may be configured to a setting below 20 mph. Is the device designed to emit a beep at all speeds down to 0 mph, or is there a specific speed threshold at which the chirping ceases?
  6. What information does the VCDS scan report provide?
  7. Is this the same vehicle as the one mentioned in your previous discussion?
  8. The V5 document no longer displays the information of past vehicle owners. When I obtained the V5 document from DVLA after purchasing my G21 in August 2022, it did not include any facts on previous keepers.
  9. Oh my! Here is your solution. I didn't give much consideration to the disparity in worth, since I never expected that we would be discussing such a substantial discrepancy. Regrettably, I inexplicably had the VW Tiguan in mind as a defence. I apologise for not taking the time to carefully consider the complexities of the current insurance market before jumping into my discussion. My argument remains valid, but not as strongly as I first believed. Wishing you success in your hunt. The automobile is aesthetically pleasing and performs well on the road. May the numerical calculations provide results that meet the desired criteria.
  10. I don't believe that the automobile itself is solely responsible for the significant increase in insurance premiums. While it may have contributed to some extent, the most of the rise can be attributed to the current volatile insurance market. Currently, there are many ongoing discussions where the majority of participants are reporting significant rises in their renewal quotes. My spouse operates a GLC 250 from 1967, with Aviva insurance. In the first year, she paid £310, and this year in May, she paid £526 due to a non-fault claim resulting in the complete write-off of a GLE vehicle. I firmly believe that next year, unless there is a significant shift in the market, which I find unlikely, she will have to pay a higher amount. However, I hope that the increase will not be as substantial as the figure you have received. These insurance firms must recoup their losses in profitability caused by the COVID period and its impact on automobile values and repair expenses. Is the amount of £310 that you mentioned a quotation for renewing the Touran, or is it the premium that you paid last year? Consider obtaining many insurance estimates for your wife's current vehicle, as you may discover a comparable increase in premiums compared to the previous policy.
  11. Starat

    Sibilant Noise

    The car automatically lowers itself when you shift it into park, switch off the engine, and open the door to escape. I am unsure why it would occur sometimes, since my device has this issue consistently. Seth is a 24-year-old individual with a P530 designation.
  12. Possibly an explosive device... Seems quite ordinary to me
  13. I am not obligated to switch off for manoeuvres, but I just choose to do so. 🙂
  14. I will continue to rely on the automobile to deploy the Electronic Parking Brake (EPB).
  15. Although I may be mistaken, the EPB (Electronic Parking Brake) does not activate the disc brakes on Sportages. Instead, Sportages are equipped with inboard drum brakes for the parking brake. This is the method that Kia used to include the parking brake in previous models of the Sportage.
  16. Thenornpo, I only deactivate it while manoeuvring or reversing to enhance my control. Otherwise, I keep it activated. If I deactivate it, it remains deactivated; if I activate it, it remains activated. I believe I have manually engaged the Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) a few times since we acquired the vehicle in late March.
  17. I apologise, but your statement has caused me to feel perplexed. May I inquire about the specific generation of Sportage you possess? In the 4th generation, it is necessary to engage Auto Hold for each journey. However, in the 5th generation, once it is on, it remains active until manually switched off.
  18. Is the price of the equipment more than £200?
  19. The cost ranges from £500 to £600. Yes, it is recommended to visit the ZF website, where you can find a list of certified fitters. I have personally employed one of the fitters near me, as well as an independent ex-BMW technician.
  20. European automobile components are also reasonably priced, and you have the option to choose a location for their installation. In my case, the cost is simply £72.
  21. On Monday, I will take my vehicle to a garage to have all the tyres replaced. This is a cost-effective and convenient option, since it is simpler for the professionals to do it when the car is lifted off the ground, rather than me struggling with it on the driveway.
  22. Perhaps you overlooked my previous post in which I mocked him for choosing an automatic gearbox over a manual one. 🙂
  23. If you had a genuine R8 with a manual gearbox, you would be capable of doing many launches with the traction control system off. 😉
  24. You may be able to get this item for the same cost via negotiation. https://www.facebook.com/login/?next=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fmarketplace%2Fitem%2F428730156297077%2F%3Fref%3Dsearch%26referral_code%3Dnull%26referral_story_type%3Dpost%26tracking%3Dbrowse_serp%3A1348f407-17db-422d-b7ef-35f5afba253d
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