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has anybody else had severe problems getting their old oil filter off? my car is stuck until i do n its been 36 hours n iv used chain wrench n laser cap to no avail even tryed screwdriver through it but no luck?! any ideas please

My new 2009 cupra has auto lights, i've turned the light selector dial to 'Auto' but they never come on at all. I'm currently using the manual options. It's going back to to dealer on tuesday for something else and they are going to have a look for me. Anyone know where the sensor is?

Hi, well i was cleaning my car and noticed the aerial was looking a bit dirty so i took it off and cleaned but when i was putting it back on, i screwed it too tight and striped the thread in the actual part that's fixed to the roof so can't get my short aerial back on. The standard one still...

Apologies but all I seem to have posted so far are dull queries, I promise I do love my new car. On that note I have another dull question... Am I missing something with regards to plugging my MP3 player into the aux socket? I've got a 3.5mm Jack to jack lead and have plugged it all in but...

just wondering ..can you fit a climate control unit in the dash to an older Bammer 98 for example which has air-con. does the ecu need to be altered or is it just not possible ??? :wtf:

Just pulled up at home and opened the bonnet to check the oil only to find the damn engine cover just sat on the engine it's come off on it's own out of those **** pads! They're the worst idea ever and the air pipe that conects to the grill had come off too! WTF ! Anyone else had this?! I'm...

Hey, I've had my Ibiza about a week, I've travelled to Wales to visit family and left my manual at home. I was wondering if anyone could give me a brief overview of how the trip computer works. I cannot find how many miles my car has done since new. Thanks.

Right I know all the windows are meant to go down when you unlock the car twice. But recently mine have been going down after just turning the key once. Doesn't matter how slow or careful I do it, they all go down. Which is a real PITA in the rain and wind!! I know this can be switched off...

Hello, Seen these, X4 SEAT IBIZA 'AVUS' 17" BLACK SILVER ALLOY WHEELS, in various ebay shops most state that they only fit 180ps and 161ps engines. Just wondering why these alloys are stated as only fitting 180ps and 161ps engines? I might be being stupid but I've got a PD130 why won't they...

Hi, i have never had aftermarket wheels before and have just bought some, when they arrive will my existing wheel bolts be fine to use? Im not sure if i need new ones for the new wheels? I realise this could be/is a stupid question! Cheers in advance :)

I know this might be a really obvious answer so heres the queston. It the Cupra R 225bhp only or did they make the 210 a cupra R

on the inside of the windscreen at top left on the new latest style fr what is the purpose of the sensor ? would fitting a exterior sunstrip caus any probs ? cheers

i keep seeing 'VAG' mentioned on the forums, i did search but i still havnt got a clue what it means, can anybody shed some light =]

Okay, I've mentioned before about getting my fog-light's wired up for more light on the road due to long distance travelling over Christmas. I Have been looking at HID's for a long time now, But i cant afford them right now. So i found these...

Got all my bits and pieces to go ahead with the 312mm brake upgrade, thanks to a couple of folk on here! Basically I've got the calipers from Leon mk1 180/Golfmk4/TT, and some Ferodo pads. I'm just wondering if I have the correct pads, they are the right size but one of each set of pads has the...

Im fed up my back box has cracked where the exhaust hanger meets the backbox itself for the 2nd time!ive already had one on warranty but the dealer i got the original and the replacement from has now gone out of business and closed! [:@][:@][:@] What do i do?ive emailed milltek to see what...

Have used the Gunsons bleeder on my previous cars no problem but with the LCR up in the air I couldn't get any fluid out of the rear calipers??? :confused: I had 12psi on the bleeder. Question is. Do you need the ignition on or engine running to do the rears? I did a small pedal...

probably has bin covered to death but is the updated rear bumper any different the the cupra rear bumper?

i know this is a daft question, but what is the default setting for the headlight adjuster on the dash? :)

After a drive from North Yorkshire->Dover and then on to Cologne my Leon has kicked up first the engine management light, then dpf light, then limp mode. Having to leave it at Seat dealer in Cologne tomorrow. How the hell can the DPF be knackered? I thought it was short journeys that are the...