Car Servicing/Maintaince

[Denn Forever]

As it is not Warranty related, could an independent garage e.g.GJL replace it without  a affecting the Service  History?

What type of car is it and where is the pipe?

[andoireabu]

It's a 2008 ford focus.  I'm trying to figure out whether it comes under the warranty or not since it is connected to the engine. Dealer says it isn't but he was happy to sort out suspension parts for me after it failed the n.c.t even though he said the warranty only covers main engine parts and the gearbox.  However with this it just seems he doesn't want to do it.  As to where the pipe is the mechanic i took it to yesterday couldn't pin point where the damage is and said it could be a few different places. They would need to go digging hence the few hours labour they told me it would be.

[TabClear]

It's a 2008 ford focus.  I'm trying to figure out whether it comes under the warranty or not since it is connected to the engine. Dealer says it isn't but he was happy to sort out suspension parts for me after it failed the n.c.t even though he said the warranty only covers main engine parts and the gearbox.  However with this it just seems he doesn't want to do it.  As to where the pipe is the mechanic i took it to yesterday couldn't pin point where the damage is and said it could be a few different places. They would need to go digging hence the few hours labour they told me it would be.

I'm no mechanic but if they are replacing the pipe why does this matter?

[andoireabu]

It's a 2008 ford focus.  I'm trying to figure out whether it comes under the warranty or not since it is connected to the engine. Dealer says it isn't but he was happy to sort out suspension parts for me after it failed the n.c.t even though he said the warranty only covers main engine parts and the gearbox.  However with this it just seems he doesn't want to do it.  As to where the pipe is the mechanic i took it to yesterday couldn't pin point where the damage is and said it could be a few different places. They would need to go digging hence the few hours labour they told me it would be.

I'm no mechanic but if they are replacing the pipe why does this matter?

It doesn't really but denn asked where it was and i'm not totally sure. Think it is down the right hand side of the engine as you look in.

[GJL]

It's a 2008 ford focus.  I'm trying to figure out whether it comes under the warranty or not since it is connected to the engine. Dealer says it isn't but he was happy to sort out suspension parts for me after it failed the n.c.t even though he said the warranty only covers main engine parts and the gearbox.  However with this it just seems he doesn't want to do it.  As to where the pipe is the mechanic i took it to yesterday couldn't pin point where the damage is and said it could be a few different places. They would need to go digging hence the few hours labour they told me it would be.

I'm no mechanic but if they are replacing the pipe why does this matter?

It doesn't really but denn asked where it was and i'm not totally sure. Think it is down the right hand side of the engine as you look in.

If it is still in the warranty period then he needs to cover it. Mention the sale of goods act and consumer's rights. Watch him jump then!

[andoireabu]

It's a 2008 ford focus.  I'm trying to figure out whether it comes under the warranty or not since it is connected to the engine. Dealer says it isn't but he was happy to sort out suspension parts for me after it failed the n.c.t even though he said the warranty only covers main engine parts and the gearbox.  However with this it just seems he doesn't want to do it.  As to where the pipe is the mechanic i took it to yesterday couldn't pin point where the damage is and said it could be a few different places. They would need to go digging hence the few hours labour they told me it would be.

I'm no mechanic but if they are replacing the pipe why does this matter?

It doesn't really but denn asked where it was and i'm not totally sure. Think it is down the right hand side of the engine as you look in.

If it is still in the warranty period then he needs to cover it. Mention the sale of goods act and consumer's rights. Watch him jump then!

That's what i like to hear! Could the warranty he offers exclude things though or is there a general warranty that covers cars.  I know consumables aren't covered but this isn't a consumable.

[GJL]

It's a 2008 ford focus.  I'm trying to figure out whether it comes under the warranty or not since it is connected to the engine. Dealer says it isn't but he was happy to sort out suspension parts for me after it failed the n.c.t even though he said the warranty only covers main engine parts and the gearbox.  However with this it just seems he doesn't want to do it.  As to where the pipe is the mechanic i took it to yesterday couldn't pin point where the damage is and said it could be a few different places. They would need to go digging hence the few hours labour they told me it would be.

I'm no mechanic but if they are replacing the pipe why does this matter?

It doesn't really but denn asked where it was and i'm not totally sure. Think it is down the right hand side of the engine as you look in.

If it is still in the warranty period then he needs to cover it. Mention the sale of goods act and consumer's rights. Watch him jump then!

That's what i like to hear! Could the warranty he offers exclude things though or is there a general warranty that covers cars.  I know consumables aren't covered but this isn't a consumable.

The car is not performing as it should therefore is not fit for the purpose for which it was sold. This applies for 6 months after purchase. He will know this if he is a proper dealer. Tell him you want it fixed or else...  (I really should be charging for my advise! )

[andoireabu]

It's a 2008 ford focus.  I'm trying to figure out whether it comes under the warranty or not since it is connected to the engine. Dealer says it isn't but he was happy to sort out suspension parts for me after it failed the n.c.t even though he said the warranty only covers main engine parts and the gearbox.  However with this it just seems he doesn't want to do it.  As to where the pipe is the mechanic i took it to yesterday couldn't pin point where the damage is and said it could be a few different places. They would need to go digging hence the few hours labour they told me it would be.

I'm no mechanic but if they are replacing the pipe why does this matter?

It doesn't really but denn asked where it was and i'm not totally sure. Think it is down the right hand side of the engine as you look in.

If it is still in the warranty period then he needs to cover it. Mention the sale of goods act and consumer's rights. Watch him jump then!

That's what i like to hear! Could the warranty he offers exclude things though or is there a general warranty that covers cars.  I know consumables aren't covered but this isn't a consumable.

The car is not performing as it should therefore is not fit for the purpose for which it was sold. This applies for 6 months after purchase. He will know this if he is a proper dealer. Tell him you want it fixed or else...  (I really should be charging for my advise! )

Gentleman. Thanks very much.

[TabClear]

It's a 2008 ford focus.  I'm trying to figure out whether it comes under the warranty or not since it is connected to the engine. Dealer says it isn't but he was happy to sort out suspension parts for me after it failed the n.c.t even though he said the warranty only covers main engine parts and the gearbox.  However with this it just seems he doesn't want to do it.  As to where the pipe is the mechanic i took it to yesterday couldn't pin point where the damage is and said it could be a few different places. They would need to go digging hence the few hours labour they told me it would be.

I'm no mechanic but if they are replacing the pipe why does this matter?

It doesn't really but denn asked where it was and i'm not totally sure. Think it is down the right hand side of the engine as you look in.

If it is still in the warranty period then he needs to cover it. Mention the sale of goods act and consumer's rights. Watch him jump then!

That's what i like to hear! Could the warranty he offers exclude things though or is there a general warranty that covers cars.  I know consumables aren't covered but this isn't a consumable.

The car is not performing as it should therefore is not fit for the purpose for which it was sold. This applies for 6 months after purchase. He will know this if he is a proper dealer. Tell him you want it fixed or else... (I really should be charging for my advise! )

Gentleman. Thanks very much.

Never a truer word spoken! You need to be careful GJL, you will have the mechanic's mafia after you for breaking the Omerta! 

[laoislad]

So how much you talking price wise to fix?
I hate dealing with mechanics....they are nearly as bad as Electricians!!

f**k we are not that bad!!

Is it an A4 you drive?

Yeah an A4.

The kit is about £500 plus VAT then a day to fit.

Got car fixed yesterday. It was the clutch and something called a slave cylinder. He said the fly wheel was in good nick and didn't need replacing.
€500 for everything

Good stuff LL. If the slave cylinder was gone did your pedal feel a bit spongey? How many miles is on your car?

120,000 KM so about 74k miles?

At that mileage I would expect the flywheel to still be ok. Good for at least 100k miles but so should the clutch and associated hydrolics. I hope this is the end of your bother.

Hopefully. If it lasts another 12 months or so it will do. Will be thinking of trading in then. I like the look of the 5 series Estate.

[GJL]

So how much you talking price wise to fix?
I hate dealing with mechanics....they are nearly as bad as Electricians!!

f**k we are not that bad!!

Is it an A4 you drive?

Yeah an A4.

The kit is about £500 plus VAT then a day to fit.

Got car fixed yesterday. It was the clutch and something called a slave cylinder. He said the fly wheel was in good nick and didn't need replacing.
€500 for everything

Good stuff LL. If the slave cylinder was gone did your pedal feel a bit spongey? How many miles is on your car?

120,000 KM so about 74k miles?

At that mileage I would expect the flywheel to still be ok. Good for at least 100k miles but so should the clutch and associated hydrolics. I hope this is the end of your bother.

Hopefully. If it lasts another 12 months or so it will do. Will be thinking of trading in then. I like the look of the 5 series Estate.

Nice looking car alright but the A6 avante would be superior and would be in the same price range.

[nrico2006]

Just noticed last night that my wipers are sticking when put into the really fast setting.  They are working fine in the other two settings.  Only after getting my windscreen replaced last week, would this have anything to do with it?

[GJL]

Just noticed last night that my wipers are sticking when put into the really fast setting.  They are working fine in the other two settings.  Only after getting my windscreen replaced last week, would this have anything to do with it?

Yep. They probably have not been put back on in exactly the same position. Get onto who ever fitted the screen and they should sort it.

[nrico2006]

Just noticed last night that my wipers are sticking when put into the really fast setting.  They are working fine in the other two settings.  Only after getting my windscreen replaced last week, would this have anything to do with it?

Yep. They probably have not been put back on in exactly the same position. Get onto who ever fitted the screen and they should sort it.

Thanks GJL.

[bigfrank]

Hi was wondering if anyone would have an answer for the following,when i push my indicator up/down the lights dont work but when i hold it inbetween off and fully on they work fine??