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F6HAD replied to the thread Mugen Front Bumper 62511-xkbd-k2s0.Pre and post facelift bumpers are interchangeable yes, but then make sure you obtain the correct grill as they’re not interchangeable... -
F6HAD reacted to Richard B's post in the thread Mk7 2.2 Tourer no start. Fixed ( leaking heater matrix ) with
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The heater matrix is the first part of any car that gets put on the ***embly line. The rest of the car is then ***embled around that... -
F6HAD replied to the thread DPF light stayed on after forced regen.Trade it in and buy a petrol if you’re not doing the miles mate.
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F6HAD replied to the thread DPF light stayed on after forced regen.Avoid aftermarket, they’re cheap for a reason and will just add to your problems.
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F6HAD replied to the thread Mk7 2.2 Tourer no start. Fixed ( leaking heater matrix ).Never seen that on one of these before. No shortcuts on something like this, strip the dash and get to the offending part and solve it...
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F6HAD reacted to xkc's post in the thread Mk7 2.2 Tourer no start. Fixed ( leaking heater matrix ) with Like.
Thanks for the quick response F6HAD, all sorted just this minute. ( '' Spinning'' was just that turning over and you kind of know this...
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F6HAD replied to the thread Mk7 2.2 Tourer no start. Fixed ( leaking heater matrix ).When you say it keeps spinning, does it sound like the engine has lost compression? When it cut was there any smoke? Or sound like a...
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F6HAD replied to the thread DPF light stayed on after forced regen.The AC is only required for a forced regen, not for normal regeneration during a regular driving cycle. I’m just speaking from years of...
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F6HAD replied to the thread DPF light stayed on after forced regen.Yep, it’s going to come back. Once you start needing even one forced regen, it’s time to solve it properly. Drop me a line if you need help.
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F6HAD replied to the thread Full throttle boost drops then comes up again 2.2ictdi.I know you’re remote but an egr blank and remap will likely solve this. You’ve probably got a slow operating egr valve, I solve them...
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My 2.2 idtec ex manual has the same issue, i replaced bottom rear mount and problem still there. If i remember it was around £230 new, i...
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F6HAD replied to the thread Rx8 Alloy Wheels.Definitely grey
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Really appreciate the input, thanks. I went to a mechanic nearby and he took a look at the dipstick and said the oil was full of...
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F6HAD replied to the thread 2.2 I-ctdi problem.If you can find a cheap engine and reasonable mechanic I would budget minimum £1000 all in. Too many variables to give you an accurate...
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F6HAD replied to the thread 2.2 I-ctdi problem.If you’re wanting to keep the car, I would argue it’s cheaper to replace the engine. They’re old cars now, not always worth the hassle...