Problem with a FORD FOCUS 1.6L

FORD FOCUS 1.6L 2003

Power steering pump noisy and leaking.

The fault was cured by replacing the power steering fluid and adding Power Steering Treatment.

Problem with a LAND ROVER RANGE ROVER SPORT 2.7L fault code P0489

LAND ROVER RANGE ROVER SPORT 2.7L TDV6

Engine management light on. Fault code stored - P0489 exhaust gas recirculation system.

The fault was cured by using Clean & Protect, 45 minute Advanced Formula Motor Flush adding Oil System Protector to the new oil and adding 2 x Advanced Formula Diesel Treatment to the fuel tank and then carrying out an extended road test.

Thanks to Carl at Hi-Q in Henley-on-Thames, Oxfordshire.

Problem with a VAUXHALL CORSA 1.0L

VAUXHALL CORSA 1.0L 16V 1999

Lack of power accelerating under load and management light coming on intermittently fault code stored for oxygen sensor, checked for air leaks and oxygen sensor replaced fault not cured.

The fault was caused by a faulty mass airflow meter, replacement cured the fault and power loss restored.

Problem with a FORD FIESTA

FORD FIESTA 2004 80K

Power steering pump very noisy.

The fault was cured by replacing the power steering fluid and adding Power Steering Treatment.

Problem with a FIAT PUNTO 2001 1.9L

FIAT PUNTO 2001 1.9L JTD 82K

Failed diesel emissions test at 6.4 [m-1] and black smoking. No fault codes stored or faults found.

The fault was cured by adding Advanced Formula Diesel Treatment to the fuel tank and carrying out an extended road test. Emissions retest passed at 1.6 [m-1] and black smoke cured.

Problem with a AUDI A4 1.9L

AUDI A4 1.9L TDI 2003

Oil cooler failure causing oil contamination in the cooling system.

The fault was cured by replacing the oil cooler and adding 3 x bottles of Bio Degreaser and water to the cooling system. Running the engine for 20-30 minutes at 12-1500 rpm, drain system and flush with clean water.

Problem with a VOLVO S40 1.8L

VOLVO S40 1.8L VVTi

Noisy variable valve timing.

The fault was cured by using Clean & Protect, 45 minute Advanced Formula Motor Flush carried out adding Oil System Protector to the new oil.

Problem with a JAGUAR X-TYPE 2.0L

JAGUAR X-TYPE 2.0L TD 2004

Excessive black smoke when accelerating, engine management system checked, no faults found.

The fault was cured by carrying out a 45 minute Advanced Formula Motor Flush and adding 2 x Advanced Formula Diesel Treatment to the fuel tank. After an extended road test the smoking stopped.

Problem with a VOLKSWAGEN BORA 1.9L

VOLKSWAGEN BORA 1.9L TDi 1998 96K

Power steering noisy and juddering. Suspect fault due to dirty power steering fluid and contamination build-up.

The fault was cured by replacing the power steering fluid and adding Power Steering Treatment.

Problem with a ALFA ROMEO GTV 3.0L

ALFA ROMEO GTV 3.0L V6 1999

Poor running and lack of power. Fault codes stored for both lambda sensors and high emission readings. Spark plugs and coil packs replaced and new universal lambda sensors fitted. Fault not cured.

The fault was cured by fitting genuine lambda sensors, restoring the emission readings and performance.

Thanks to Douglass Motors in Wolston, Warwickshire.