Problem with a CITROEN XSARA PICASSO 1.6L

CITROEN XSARA PICASSO 1.6L 2006 32K

Oil pressure warning light on, oil pressure switch replaced. Fault not cured and no oil pressure shown with an oil pressure gauge connected.

The fault was cured by using Clean & Protect, 30 minute Advanced Formula Motor Flush carried out, adding Oil System Protector to the new oil. The oil pressure was restored to 60 psi.

Thanks to Ian at Droylsden Motor Co. in Droylsden, Manchester.

Problem with a MITSUBISHI L200 DIESEL

MITSUBISHI L200 DIESEL 2005 50K

Reconditioned manual gearbox had developed difficulty in changing gears.

The fault was cured by using one tube of Diff And Gear Treatment, gear change now smooth and the gearbox quieter.

Thanks to Paul at Autobase in Marden, Kent.

Problem with a DAEWOO LANOS

DAEWOO LANOS 2001 115K

Engine misfire, suspect fault due to sticking valves. The fault was cured by carrying out a 45 minute Advanced Formula Motor Flush, adding 2 x Advanced Formula Gas Treatment to the fuel tank and carrying out an extended road test.

Thanks to Graham Dimmer MOT Centre in Salisbury, Wiltshire.

Problem with a SAAB 9-3 1.9L TiD

SAAB 9-3 1.9L TiD 2007

Engine management light on, fault code stored for diesel particulate trap fault, suspect particulate filter blocked.

The fault was cured by using Clean & Protect, 45 minute Advanced Formula Motor Flush carried out, adding Oil System Protector to the new oil and adding 2 x Advanced Formula Diesel Treatment to the fuel tank and a long road test was carried out to allow regeneration of the particulate filter.

Problem with a HONDA CRV AUTOMATIC

HONDA CRV AUTOMATIC 2003 61K

Poor gear change with harsh banging and snatching. Automatic Transmission Treatment was added with slight improvement.

The Forte Technical Helpline recommended adding 2 x Automatic Transmission Treatment and driving the vehicle for 50-100 miles, change the transmission fluid and add 1 x Automatic Transmission Treatment to the new oil.

Problem with a TOYOTA YARIS 1.3L AUTO

TOYOTA YARIS 1.3L AUTO 2003 30K

Engine misfire when cold, no fault codes stored or faults found.

The fault was cured by using Clean & Protect, 45 minute Advanced Formula Motor Flush carried out, adding Oil System Protector to the new oil, adding Specialist Injector Cleaner and Advanced Formula Gas Treatment into the fuel tank and carrying out an extended road test.

Thanks to Leslie at Ivor Miles Ltd in Haddenham, Buckinghamshire.

Problem with a PORSCHE BOXSTER 987S 3.2L

PORSCHE BOXSTER 987S 3.2L
Engine management light on, fault code stored for catalyst efficiency below threshold. Recommended by dealers to replace catalytic converters.

The fault was cured by adding 4 x Advanced Formula Gas Treatment to the fuel tank and carrying out an extended road test.

Thanks to Paul at P S R Automotive in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire.

Problem with a SMART CITY COUPE 0.6L

SMART CITY COUPE 0.6L 2002 52K

Excessive blue smoke and oil burning.

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

After a 10 minute road test the excessive smoke completely stopped.

Thanks to Mark at C & M Auto's in Nether Poppleton, York.

Problem with a SUBARU IMPREZA 2.0L TURBO

SUBARU IMPREZA 2.0L TURBO 2003

Stiff gear change on manual gearbox, gear oil replaced.

The fault was cured by adding Automatic Transmission Treatment and carrying out an extended road test.