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    Faulty window switch on drivers side

    Hi guys, Noticed a fault with the master window switch.....the window switch which controls the off side rear window will open but not close the window....the rear switch closes it so not the motor. Tried cleaning switch as best I could but not easy and no different. Any ideas? Could replace...
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    Malfuntion light and subsequent heater fan failure

    Hi guys, Hope all is well.....been away a while...guess I've been lucky enough to have had no issues with the tourer. However, I was pushing the old girl hard up a hill on Thursday to get past a flash monkey in his Range Rover and the malfunction light came on....power dropped a little....and...
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    Lack of power when starting CDTI

    Hi guys, 2004 CDTI developed an occasional issue when starting....engine revs climb to around 1500 then drop and slowly pick up again, rev the engine a few times and seems ok....just a bit annoying tbh. May be similar issue to the pinned intermittent accelerator issue. Dropping into my...
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    Inlet manifold de-coke (2 Cars done)

    Hi guys, Thought I'd share my latest efforts to improve the running of my trusty Tourer.... Having dealt with the EGR issue I decided to give the butterfly valve a good clean up, and go one step further and de-coke the inlet manifold, have noticed some pretty heavy carbon deposits in the pipe...
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    Upgrading turbo hoses.....any one done it? Any point?

    Hi guys, Just curious whether there is any benefits to be gain here with after market hoses on a cdti? Cheers Simon
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    Front suspension works

    Noticed a squeak from front end drivers side....took along to my friendly tech and diagnosed failed front lower wish bone compliance bush and upper wish bone ball joint....already replaced lower wishbone on passenger side.... Gone for Honda bush only this time and a Blueprint upper wishbone...
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    Pre-face lift hot starting problem.....

    Hi Guys, For first time yesterday I experienced an issue with the starting the car....ok when cold but when warm turned over but wouldn't start? Cranked a few times and then started? I've read through and seen various suggested issues but am unsure how to isolate which may be causing my...
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    KDS Introduction to Paint Correction - 30th March 2014

    Hi guys, Open invite for anyone interested: http://www.detailingworld.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?t=328648 I have been organising these over the last year or so and they have been a resounding success! Why not come along?
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    Blocked washer jets

    Hi guys, One of the front and the rear washer jets have become blocked on the Tourer, and no end of prodding them with a pin has helped :blush: I have replacements for the front but any advice on how to access the high level jet on the rear? Any pictures would be great.....guess I need to...
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    Beginners course in paint correction

    Hi guys, Well the next KDS beginners course in paint protection has been scheduled: KDS course Please feel free to join us if you're interested in learning the art of machine polishing. Feedback from Vlad who attended the last event: Feedback Kind regards Simon
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    Tourer cdti front shocks

    Ok guys, Just wondered if anyone had replaced these at home, if so how easy is it, any issues? Can you put me onto a guide? Cheers Simon
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    Beginners paint correction course

    Just in case any one is interested still 5 places available on the next machine polishing course I am organising at KDS Gillingham.... KDS :D
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    MOT failure

    Hi Guys, Took the Tourer in for its annual MOT and was surprised when the tester gave me a fail notice Basically two issues: Rear fog not working Front lower suspension bush failure Did a bit of googling and found that the tow bar socket has a fog light cut off built in, basically a...
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    Paint correction courses for 2013

    Hi guys, Just a quick heads up for those interested in machine polishing their Accords. I have been working with Kelly Harris of Kds through 2012 organising 3 training days at his brilliant workshop in Kent... KDS Any one in the know will be aware that Kelly is the main man in UK...
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    ATR Calipers for 2004 Tourer

    Hi guys, Looking at some new calipers and wondered if anyone had any experience if these..... BNIB Calipers Look like good value but only if quality is strong....
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    Used clutch and flywheel needed....2004 Cdti

    Hi guys, Doing some clutch research and having reviewed the Civic forums am concerned that no one has cracked this nut for diesel drivers.... Spoken to Cpl racing who are local to me and they advise if I provide my clutch they can get an uprated one made up, however as this could take time I...
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    Scratched instrument binicle

    Hi guys, Got a couple of annoying scratches in the instrument binicle on my Tourer and would like to polish them out.... Restricted space means it would be easier to remove but wondered how easy it is to do? I don't suppose it is possible just to replace the plastic front? Anyone aware...
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    Beginners course in paint correction

    Hi Guys, I am organising a further event at KDS Gillingham and any member interest in joining me are welcome to put their names down..... KDS III These are the number 1 events in the South East for those interested in Machine Polishing with the guiding hand on Kelly Harris....probably the...
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    Heated seat switch light failure

    Hi Guys, The hearse has been very reliable of late, but I could do with a bit of advice re a small niggle.... The courtesy bulb appears to have failed on one of the heated seat switches and I need an idiots guide to removing the trim to access it, being rather visual pictures would be...
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    Beginners course in paint correction

    Sorry posted twice in error and can't find the delete button :lol:
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