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  1. Doc

    2012 new MOT rules

    Brett is this an extension of the debate which was had previously on this thread? The document you've linked to is the inspection manual which, as identified by Faddy in this thread and by me in the link above link, states 'MAY'. But in the testing directive which Saj clarifies the difference...
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    help needed... do i do a Xenon conversion ?

    This conversation has come up before and as was pointed out to me this MOT change also applies to after market HID and Xenon conversions too.
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    help needed... do i do a Xenon conversion ?

    Could you not remove the auto level adjust and replace them with the manual adjust off your current headlights, and effectively have a Xenon conversion the same as you would an after market HID conversion? What components are involved in the auto level adjust as I was considering trying to...
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    How do I get my iPhone's bluetooth to connect RELIABLY to my Hands Free Telephone?

    I think a software upgrade would involve buying newer sat nav discs. But if another member who's updated their disc could confirm that would be good.
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    Fuel Economy - Procative Steps/Advice?

    Nah I don't have ADAS, I didn't think it was available on 7th gen in this country? Shame it can't be retro fitted. :( But I do also avoid the pedals and use the buttons instead, saves having to keep resetting it. :) It may have been engine braking I never considered that. I noticed it when...
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    Tyre Pressure 18s

    The tyres do feel hard when you are driving using 38 psi and I have previously tried different tyre pressures to get round this putting in 33 and 36 psi. But I have found putting in these sorts of pressure does make the tyre sit lower and look like it is going flat. And when I park the car with...
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    Fuel Economy - Procative Steps/Advice?

    Whenever I've used the CC I've never found the car to accelerate hard, that's not what I was eluding too. To be honest when using CC the car does accelerate painfully slow, to the point where you can end up getting left behind by traffic on some occasions. Clearly that's for safety so the car...
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    Tyre Pressure 18s

    I think I'm having a severe case of de ja vu, wasn't this discussed very recently, like 2 weeks ago!?! I'm running factory Storm 18s with the standard tyre profile of 225/40/18 and Honda's sticker on the door pillar states 38 psi front and back. I would say though that after recently being in...
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    Fuel Economy - Procative Steps/Advice?

    Sorry but have to disagree with this point. As Huskyman said momentum and anticipation is key to saving fuel. Your cruise control can not anticipate increases in gradient and when descending gradients it applies the brakes. Both of these fail to maintain momentum. As you approach a hill you...
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    How do I get my iPhone's bluetooth to connect RELIABLY to my Hands Free Telephone?

    I have an old 3G iphone as well and mines running iOS v4.2.1 (the latest version itunes will allow me) and I have no problems connecting or maintaining the bluetooth connection. But I think I remember another member having a problem with their iphone 4S using iOS v5.01. So it might be the iOS...
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    Heated Seat

    How far have you got so far in dismantling it? Which heating element has stopped working the top or bottom half?
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    oil change pump?

    I don't see the point. You're just making a simple job complicated and expensive.
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    No spare tyre?

    Gutted for ya. It's one thing to get the blow out, but to then have the hassle of an argument about your breakdown membership is just adding insult to injury. Them cans are a stupid idea. If I have the misfortune to get a car with one it will be straight out and a proper spare put in it's...
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    ABS sensor from USA

    Phone Holdcroft they'd probably be your cheapest bet if you want a genuine one. Or you could try sourcing a second hand one from a breakers in the UK.
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    How to tell if DMF needs changing?

    As Shabz said, the only way to know for certain is to have it tested when you have the clutch changed. Then your dealership will let you know if it's advisable to have it changed. It all depends how hard a life the cars had as to how worn it is. Your symptoms only suggest a worn clutch at...
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    No GPS signal

    Glad it's sorted. I've got one of them air fresheners too. I've tucked mine under the drivers foot well near the air vent, it doesn't interfere with anything down there. Plus you get a nice lemony smell every time you put the heater on. :)
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    Switch Illumination Quickie

    Mines a facelift and neither of them two buttons light up!
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    how to identify if car has bluetooth from steering wheel controls?

    The larger buttons are for the HTF. The smaller buttons behind them are for the voice commands for the stereo/ heater/ satnav etc.
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    Bubbles In Coolant/Radiator

    Get the cooling system combustion gas tested that will give you your answer.
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    oil chain snapped?

    All that's good for is stripping it for parts.
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