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    VAS, ABS light is on.

    That's it. Anyone local to either Miseryside or Hemel Hempstead, (or more on less on the way between the 2), that can read the codes and tell me if I should scrap the car. ?/??? Yes I've read all the posts about cleaning switches, and having the module fixed, so I know it doesn't have to be as...
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    excessive vibration and smoke in engine bay on start up

    Due to the brilliant reliability this is my first post since sept 2012. I've been frequenting an Mx5 and Mini forum very regularly as they are PITA BUT now at 103K !! At idle there's a weird vibration, which sort of comes and goes. Plus the exhaust manifold must be leaking when cold...
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    Rear Brake pad and disc replacement SALOON 04 reg Diesel

    So I've attempted to search the forum for a how to, and I've ended up thinking that I need to buy a rewind tool This one : http://www.machinemart.co.uk/shop/product/details/040817916?da=1&TC=SRC-brake%20wind%20back Apart from that anyone got any tips ? Front looks to be a piece of cake.
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    quick how to on replacing the dipped beam bulb on the driver's side headlamp

    The ironic thing about this is the bulb hadn't gone, but the connection to the earth was dodgy, but hey. So there I am staring at the white or grey plastic cover which with a torch I've managed to find and drop so that my fat fingers can not touch it, the only tools I have in the car at an 11...
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    CD Changer Error

    So I had my Executive about 4 weeks and DOH.... I put 6 discs in the CD player, but the last one causes it to go into Error mode. Owners manual says "See a dealer" ... although not sure where my nearest one is..... and would rather not pay if it's simple enough. Also. I usually do all my own...
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