Forum: aus.cars

My wife has set her heart on a used Zafira at around $20K - $25K. Are there any known problems with reliability or availability of spares? I ask because I had never heard of the Zafira and wondered if it was imported in small numbers and had limited support. fosterpapillon

HI all I have an 89 toyota 4runner (it has the 90 motor and running gear) which has just had a new gearbox but i need to clean the injectors because some nice person put sand and turps in the fuel tank. does anyone know of a web site where i can get instructions on how to do this (its not in any...

I have a '93 80 series landcruiser - it is an automatic with 4.5ltr dual fuel - it has about 150,000ks on the clock. About 5000ks ago the head was overhauled following an overheating episode. Ever since this was done I have had a problem with low idle to the point where it drops low enough to stall...

Howdy, Does anyone have any tips for obtaining the radio security code in an Astra without having to fork out the $25 - $33 being quoted by all the Holden dealers i've contacted?, Thanks

Hi Recently I have bought used Holden Astra Sedan 2004 , Model Name : 8TG69-234. I tried to find out if we do need to replace the automatic transmission fluid, I found this page 12-4 : " Change automatic transmission fluid @ 6000 km or 4 years (whichever comes first) " Then that...

G'day there, just wondered if you could possibly help me out with some advice on a AUII Falcon ute dedicated factory gas model. Its done 270 Country kays and have just purchased it. Engine and drivetrain all seem very strong still though, blows no oil and no leaks. Now first thing in morning she...

Hi, I need a holden astra 1.9 cdti manual to test new hardware lead and software that will 'scan' obdii (on board diagnostics port). I am prepared to offer small fee. Melbourne only please. Best wishes John

Hi. Where can I download a free copy of repair manual for Opel Vectral 2000 model? I am wanting to download atleast the section detailing the replacement of oil pump. Is there alternative places I could download directions on removing the oil pump?

when i slow down in traffic or at lights the engine revs go up and down almost to the point of stalling, it also does it when rolling along at walking pace, the mechanic calls it hunting. it drives well when cruising and idles alright, only happens when sliwing down. i have had the injectors...

Hi All, I've just joined this forum and I notice there are some particularly cluey LPG experts on here(YAY!) and so I was wondering whether they can help me with a little problem I found out I had today with my 2001 Egas Falcon Ute. To start with, I love my ute, it's the best, however, it has...

anyone have any suggestions on how to get in to a vy ute with a flat battery

I needs some help, I got my car serviced yesterday and they put a new battery in, now the radio is asking for a security code. I have gone to see my local Holden dealership and they claim that there is nothing on their data base. Does anyone know of any other way of getting the code?????? ...

I am about to acquire an EF Fairmont auto with 170000kms. The engine is very smooth, runs well on the road and has plenty of power. However, when idling in drive there is a harsh vibration which disappears as soon as the car starts moving. The vibration does not occur in neutral or reverse. The car...

My car has decided to conk out anytime, anywhere especially when I have to slow down in traffic or come to a halt, then it would shake and shudder then stop. Starts OK! sometimes it fires and sometimes it doesn't. Sometimes it will run normally...I am too scared to venture out on the...

Hope you able to see this link, read the first post, lengthy - but certainly worth digesting. Athol? http://www.drivewellaustralia.com.au/forum/viewtopic.php?t=838&postdays=0&postorder=asc&start=0

has anyone out there had trouble getting parts for imported cars such as Toyota estima wagon. does any one have sugestions where to get them

Whats should i do about a dealer who used Seal-up after i complained about the head leaking on a car i bought off him,He promised me he would replace the head gasket and shave the head but all he did was put a can of this junk in my radiator.

Hi has any one used VHT Dash Dye apparently its heaps better than dash paint ,it come from USA. AS i just bought a Nissan Navara 2000 model but looks like its done a million miles even though it only has 110,000 km on the clock, . Only paid $3,300 plus rego, but its going to take a heap of...