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Brake pedal to the floor = faulty braking system Either a leak (check fluid level), leaking seals in master cylinder (fluid running back to reservoir) or possibly leaks in the ABS block The only difference between the diesel and petrol variant is the diesel has a vacuum pump as opposed to using the manifold vacuum. Once your pedal is on the floor your braking will be limited or worse still, will gradually release. You can pump the pedal in all cases to refill the system from the master reservoir. From your description however, you may be being misled. If the vacuum servo is empty (stood, engine off and vacuum leaked out or pedal applied several times) the brake pedal is very hard (i.e. no servo assistance). If you then have your foot on the brake when you start the engine, as the servo vacuum is restored (takes 3 or 4 seconds), the pedal will feel as if it is sinking quite low. This is normal and is due to the servo assistance being restored. With servo assistance the pedal will feel softer. But it should never go to the floor. BTW a soggy or spongy brake pedal after a brake pad change is normal when the discs are in poor condition (scored/worn) and it can take some time for the pads to bed in. Even then, peak braking effort may not be acheived. On the other hand, new pads plus new discs the brake pedal feel should be correct from the start. Not changing discs is a false economy ,usually the pads wear much quicker on a worn disc than a new one (in the case of my Golf pads lasted only 14k as opposed to 40k when new discs fitted) As a general rule of thumb, I recommend new discs every second pad change. or sooner if the discs reach their limit of thickness, become badly grooved or warped (run out)

Evidently a Galaxy/Sharan only thread... My Alhambra (and the last) have dark blue interior...you know...the colour of choice for the sophisticated :P

Better start learning/practicing " Je Ne Regrette Rien " :P

Sustained overcharging at high current can heat the battery to the point at which thermal runaway occurs - the battery plates then buckle and the battery can explode or more likely split. Most likely scenario is that one cell failed and shorted internally, leading to overcharging of the remaining cells by the alternator. To be on the safe side however, check the alternator voltage, this should not rise above 14.8 volts (battery fully charged - no load), as it is possible for the voltage regulator to fail and give excessive voltage. If there has been acid spilled, do your best to clean it out as its likely to cause a lot of electrical grief with the wiring under the tray.

hmmm....and why are Seat Alhambras so much better? I test drove a Fiat ullyses (aka Citroen) in 96, as I drove out the dealer car park the gearlever came away in my hand! :lol: Did anyone mention that its built in France? :blink:

"Mr Clutch" has alledgedly a very bad reputation (in the states anyway). Suggest you shop around a few independent guys - those that have been recomended and around a while. Insist on original or OEM parts. No adjustment cos its hydraulic... DIY might be possible but really you need ramp and/or proper lifting tackle

If this low level noise is a very high pitched whistle/sizzle - like the old 405 line tellys used to make (10khz upwards) sometimes slightly intermittent, then that describes the sound I had...which is....the mirrors! More specifically the small vertical gap betwwen the mirror and the door where it swivels. Very irritating... A small piece of draught excluder fixed it for me.

The visteon player most likely has a switchable PAL/NTSC output - usually via the remote.

hehe looks as if you've been EBAYED Check your DVD units instruction booklet - most players have an option for PAL/NTSC 50/60Hz or Progressive Scan

by dictionary definitions, the ultimate is xx99 ZZZ which will be available in 2049

Thinks on 96 model Tdi the aux belt is manually tensioned. Check.

On a Mk 1 it looks like this..

When dealers fixed my radio remote, it came back with a loud buzz from passanger side. Upon close inspection none of the dash screws had been tightened on that side - just finger tight :D the one buzzing was the one under the under dash glovebox at the left.

Have you the same original spec tyres fitted? (was original 215 60 R 15? or 205 60 R 15?) Clock changed? Thinks maybe the clock can be programmed for different tyre size as different variants came with different tyres.. Size - Wall Height - Diameter - Circumference (inches) nominal 8mm tread 195/65/R15 - 4.99 - 24.98 - 78.48 205/60/R15 - 4.84 - 24.69 - 77.55 215/60/R15 - 5.08 - 25.16 - 79.03 215/50/R15 - 4.23 - 23.46 - 73.72

What makes you think that distance covered as reported by the GPS is accurate? GPS positional accuracy and speed are fairly accurate only with good satellite view. Distance covered is a different kettle of fish. Likely both methods of measurement are out.

Definitely ...unless you plan to sell the car quickly...

Yes it may be cheaper to stay in five star hotels rather than tow a caravan with a v6... But seriously I read somewhere that VAG 4x4's were unsuitable for towing - something to do with haldex clutches or something, sorry but I can't remember more...

My expenence is that tyres batteries and exhaust are far better to shop locally. The few internet sites that deal with these are miles away from being competitive. Local outlets usually price match so play one off aginst the other. Steer clear of part worns - most are dodgy history and many are reclaimed scrap tyres (repaired side walls etc). Your life is worth more than a few quid.

Czech it out...Skoda are maybe planning an MPV! :rolleyes: Take notice, Italiastar, the fabia uses flexible connections to the bulkhead and IIRC the compressor (which looks tiny compared to the Alhambra) also has lots of protective cover/insulation trunking over the pipework. Something tells me a bit more thought has gone into that design - but remember its a VAG car - it may all be an illusion :D Also, I understand changing a pollen filter doesn't require major surgery... The shalaxy is not much longer for this world - even if it were, I dont think I'd buy another.

Read my signature..

Fredt has a passion for gas guzzlers.....

This is what I think of personalised number plates..

Are you sure? Drums are usually only fitted on base or low performance models.

:rolleyes: Sorry, my fault. I can still visualize the pi**ed off expression on the girl's face in the photo they published (with car in background) and I shouldn't haven't mentioned ethnic origin (or sex) but rather she/he was about 5' 6" tall, rather attractive and I guess in her/his mid twenties. Any further description and I might set Fredt off again.... :blink: This was about 5 years ago and I must admit my thoughts then were - the car was not to blame, <_< how wrong can I be :( . Incidentally, I now recall the photo was on a snow filled car park - reflecting my personal experience. Possibly she/he gunned it into work (hot discs), applied handbrake just a couple of notches and the cold winter temperatures did the trick. As a disc based handbrake doesnt work on fluid pressure (which would take up any expansion/contraction automatically) but a tensioned cable, it would be interesting to find out if something like a series mounted spring is normally fitted which would act as a tension "accumulator" allowing a greater range of operation. Thank goodness my Skoda has drums on the rear (which also keep the alloys nice and clean :) )

Yes, twas me. Had I not seen it with my own eyes, I would question it. But the tyre tracks in the snow clearly show the tyres had rotated (not slid) of their own accord. It happens because as the discs cool, they contract and the handbrake mechanism (unless it is under a lot of tension), slackens off and bingo off we go. There have been several high profile cases of this happening in the past, I remember a Daily Mail story of a young asian woman suing Vauxhall after her car took off and damaged several others while at work and the insurance company blaming her. This is indeed a serious problem, recently in Bradford ... To be safe, on a hill, park in gear etc etc. At the very least cars with disc handbrakes should have a warning sticker tell you to apply the handbrake firmly.