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by tonyredz
Sat Feb 04, 2023 11:18 am
Forum: Suspension, Steering, Brakes, Wheels and Tyres
Topic: Clonking Noise from Steering
Replies: 3
Views: 9847

Re: Clonking Noise from Steering

Thanks for your reply,

do you know if tie rod ends & drop links are MOT items - are they checked as part of MOT?

Cheers.
by tonyredz
Fri Feb 03, 2023 6:21 pm
Forum: Engine, Clutch and Transmission
Topic: Acceleration Issues / EGR?
Replies: 6
Views: 8648

Re: Acceleration Issues / EGR?

Hi Gingermagic,

many thanks for your reply, would slack in the throttle cable explain the situation with the accelerator pedal? With it being close to the floor - 7cm off from the floor of the car, and there is a bit of play in the pedal as well about 2cm.

Cheers.
by tonyredz
Fri Feb 03, 2023 12:50 pm
Forum: Suspension, Steering, Brakes, Wheels and Tyres
Topic: Clonking Noise from Steering
Replies: 3
Views: 9847

Clonking Noise from Steering

I left my off the road for a month. (406 S Hdi 90). I left it on a driveway with a bit of a slope. I chocked only the front wheels. Each with a large brick and left the handbrake off. Now that I have started using the car again there is a “clonking” noise when I turn the car, or do a three-point tur...
by tonyredz
Fri Feb 03, 2023 12:42 pm
Forum: Engine, Clutch and Transmission
Topic: Acceleration Issues / EGR?
Replies: 6
Views: 8648

Acceleration Issues / EGR?

2003 406 S Hdi 90 hp As per my previous post in December – the car was very sluggish and for a period I could not accelerate over 20 / 30 mph. I left the car off the road & did not it for a month. When I went to use it again a couple of weeks ago it would not start, (not a battery issue). Called out...
by tonyredz
Sun Dec 11, 2022 8:26 pm
Forum: Engine, Clutch and Transmission
Topic: Car Struggling to go over 20 MPH
Replies: 4
Views: 8199

Re: Car Struggling to go over 20 MPH

As always GingerMagic, Thankyou Sir, much appreciated.
by tonyredz
Sun Dec 11, 2022 4:05 pm
Forum: Engine, Clutch and Transmission
Topic: Car Struggling to go over 20 MPH
Replies: 4
Views: 8199

Car Struggling to go over 20 MPH

Hello, I have a 2003 Hdi 90. A couple of issues with it currently: 1. I noticed recently it was sluggish when accelerating. It has become very bad, took the car out yesterday and it really struggled to do anything over 20 Mph with pedal flat to the floor. Car was warmed up to running temperature, no...
by tonyredz
Thu Jun 02, 2022 2:46 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: How Long Can Diesel Be Stored For?
Replies: 3
Views: 8087

How Long Can Diesel Be Stored For?

Hello, I bought about 25 litres of diesel around last September & have kept it in a plastic container in my shed ever since. I was out of the country for a couple of months and was not using my car much so it got forgotten. I've got a 406 Hdi 90 hp. So I've had it for around 8 months now & there's n...
by tonyredz
Mon Nov 15, 2021 10:31 am
Forum: Engine, Clutch and Transmission
Topic: Starting Issue. Glow Plugs?
Replies: 6
Views: 4765

Re: Starting Issue. Glow Plugs?

@ Ginger Magic

Cheers! Much Appreciated.
by tonyredz
Sun Nov 14, 2021 4:55 pm
Forum: Engine, Clutch and Transmission
Topic: Starting Issue. Glow Plugs?
Replies: 6
Views: 4765

Re: Starting Issue. Glow Plugs?

Hello, Thanks very much for the replies. If the problem is the Ignition Switch. Please excuse my ignorance, but is the Ignition Switch a component within the Ignition Cylinder / Barrel? Can the Switch part just be changed, or will the whole Ignition Cylinder / Barrell have to be replaced as well as ...
by tonyredz
Fri Nov 12, 2021 2:38 am
Forum: Engine, Clutch and Transmission
Topic: Starting Issue. Glow Plugs?
Replies: 6
Views: 4765

Starting Issue. Glow Plugs?

Hello, have noticed a starting issue recently. The car is a 406 Hdi 90 hp from 2003 so I would usually just go through the pre warming process for the glow plugs just once, so just turn the key wait for a few secs ànd then turn key fully to start but sometimes now I have to do this two or three time...
by tonyredz
Sat Oct 02, 2021 9:55 pm
Forum: Suspension, Steering, Brakes, Wheels and Tyres
Topic: Has Anyone Used XL (Extra Load) Tyres on a 406?
Replies: 1
Views: 9091

Has Anyone Used XL (Extra Load) Tyres on a 406?

Hello, I will be in the market for new tyres in the near future. Have been looking online, some of the least expensive options for new tyres include XL/ reinforced tyres. I don't need reinforced tyres as I never carry anything heavy. I was just considering them as a.budget option. Has anyone any exp...
by tonyredz
Sun Sep 05, 2021 3:45 pm
Forum: Engine, Clutch and Transmission
Topic: Seeking Help / Advice Regarding Coolant Temp Sensor
Replies: 2
Views: 3242

Re: Seeking Help / Advice Regarding Coolant Temp Sensor

Thanks Doggy for your immediate reply, very much appreciated. That is the correct part number that you have advised. Apologies for my belated reply. Cheers!
by tonyredz
Thu Aug 26, 2021 9:48 pm
Forum: Engine, Clutch and Transmission
Topic: Seeking Help / Advice Regarding Coolant Temp Sensor
Replies: 2
Views: 3242

Seeking Help / Advice Regarding Coolant Temp Sensor

Hello, I have a 2003 406 Hdi 90 hp. When starting from cold Stop Engine Warning Light comes on & "Engine Temperature too high" message comes up on display. So ordered a Bosch Coolant Temperature Sensor online. OEM Part Number: 0 986 280 404 Link below: https://www.micksgarage.com/search-oenumber?oen...
by tonyredz
Sun Aug 15, 2021 8:50 pm
Forum: Bodywork (non-styling)
Topic: Sills to be Welded for MOT Question On Painting Sills
Replies: 3
Views: 10975

Re: Sills to be Welded for MOT Question On Painting Sills

Thanks for the advice, much appreciated. Cheers!
by tonyredz
Mon Aug 09, 2021 9:39 pm
Forum: Engine, Clutch and Transmission
Topic: Stop Engine Warning Light Comes On from Cold Start
Replies: 3
Views: 3176

Re: Stop Engine Warning Light Comes On from Cold Start

Ok thanks for your advice. I hear that Bosch or Denso sensors are the ones to go for,

Cheers.