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I'm hoping that someone out there can give me some feedback on an intermittent problem I'm having with my Zafira 1.6 Petrol 2010 plate. The car apart from this annoying current issue is in excellent condition for it's year. It starts on the button every-time, the engine is as sweet as a nut ..... no issues with either. The problem I'm having is this : Every now and then there is a large plume of grey/blue smoke coming from the exhaust lasting approx 4/5 secs. This can happen 1/2 times per day every 2/3 weeks. Oil and water have been checked for cross contamination..... none found , also no sign of any oil leaks. Oil light has come on just once and went off again on restarting engine. Hasn't come back on since. It has been put to me by a mechanic that the oil cooler seals are the issue. I'm struggling to work it out how this could be the problem. I would really appreciate any thoughts or feedback . Have you heard of this happening before. Many Thanks for reading .

Hi all need some advice on my ac. I got it recharged last yeah back end of the summer as it had stopped blowing cold air, didn't think it made any difference but as we were hitting fall didn't think much of it. skip to this yeah and its been rather warm so been trying to use my ac again with no luck, tried getting it gassed again incase there was a hole but no dice apparently it holds pressure. What I am finding is if I bring air in from outside it seems cold ish outside temp 18 blowers are at 23.6 stuck a fridge probe in front of them, but if I recirculate the air the temp fly's up inside in front of the fans was at 33.8 so its hotter then outside which isn't right. From me looking I don't think the clutch is kicking in on the compressor, flywheel spins but clutch stays where it is put a bit of blue tape on the side and its still at the top after running ac for 20min. Is there anything else i can do to check before I end up back at the garage? checked the 7,5amp fuse in dash that's fine. ac button lights up so it has power in theory. any help would be appreciated

When starting, I sometimes get a "check right marker lamp" but all lights are working. I'm assuming by marker lamps, the reference is to the side lights? And the front marker lamps would be the lower output (5w) DRLs? Also, when do the brighter 21w elements come on, is it when going through a tunnel etc? 2011 Meriva B 1.7 CDTi auto Exclusiv

I'm a bit puzzled on how the AC compressor on my 2010 insignia works. I was under the impression that when the AC is off, the clutch in the middle of the compressor is free to rotate. And when AC is on, clutch engages and rotates with pulley. My compressor isn't engaging/ disengaging when i toggle my AC switch. I assumed that if AC pressure is low, compressor would not engage at all. However it does look like the clutch is always engaged. My initial thought was that the clutch has seize to the pulley, so i got under and tried to persuade some movement, with no joy. Am I monging it? I have it in for a AC recharge Saturday, but I'd rather reschedule if i need to change my compressor clutch. Compressor part number P13232307 TIA

Negative on the potentiometer. Back to square one.

We have got various car parts for Vauxhall cars, all new and not used, for cars 1975-1990. Mainly door weather strips, trims, grills, one prop shaft, one headlight. All items available together, selling as a job lot Here is our FB marketplace listing: https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/815906960592545

No, it would have to be a complete axle set at the same time for the handling not to be compromised Powerflex are the best ones to purchase from experience but may cost more

I would put money on it being the turbocharger variable vanes sticking due to excessive carbon deposits Try using a cleaner to remove the carbon - links below: Wynns JLM Revive

Could also be an adjustment required on the gearshift mechanism which has to be in Park to allow the key to turn back far enough to be removed Try wiggling the gearshift to see if it makes it easier to remove the key

Sorry, misread your post....thought it said 'front locks' Its possible but not sure....again if a scrapyard has the parts you can take measurements or offer it up....sometimes the manufacture won't change much metalwork to facelift a new version just superficial plastics...so certainly worth a punt and time in research

Yep I would imagine it has done, so cylinder head off to survey the damage

Vauxhall parts dealer should be able to print out an exploded diagram of the heater control parts

Type your registration into EuroCarParts website and comes up with belt and not chain https://www.eurocarparts.com/timing-belt

Wow, that's a great find....feel free to post the link to them if you want

You could get one made by Samco or other companies offering silicon hoses Any colour and also length, bends, etc https://samcosport.com/ Also, check out Demon Tweeks as they do hoses https://www.demon-tweeks.com/uk/catalogsearch/result/?q=hose

Hi I have a 1937 Vauxhall 10/4 I'm trying to find a radiator hose for it does anyone have one I could buy from them I am desperate to get one just new to the club thanks

Hay I'm looking for anyone who can help me find a Vauxhall 10/4 1937 radiator hose that looks like this...

Perhaps try using AndroidAuto? I have found downloading Waze to my phone is much better.

I just looked on line, looks like it’s a belt engine. There is a chain linking the camshafts on the gearbox end, but they don’t normally need changing.

Hi. Anyone have a near side front wing in mistral grey? Code 83L. Thanks

Hi all, I found a brand new end cap from an opel dealer in Finland!!

Hi I'm new to the Vauxhall owners club I own a Vauxhall 10/4 1937 and I'm really struggling to find parts can anyone help me?????

I'm selling my 280bhp vxr vectra based in Farnborough Hampshire, I have had the cam chains (water pump etc) changed by nick Lloyd about 4 ISH years ago it has 143999 miles on the clock, I get it serviced every year, I have recently changed the dmf and clutch, the radiator and thermostat and housing has been replaced recently as well, it has a new battery, the MOT runs out in December. Bad points the wheels have been scuffed/kerbed because it has done many a school runs and the front fogs are not working because I don't Use them and it's not a MOT failure. The bodywork is in good condition but could do with a good colour correction polish and the interior is ok. I have some history and the v5 and two keys. Oh yes it's currently on winter tyres what could do with replacing, I have 4 Michelin that I took off and you can have them if you want but I'm sure we could negotiate this into an offer. Thanks for your time and if I can answer your question I will or at least try.

I have a Zafira with 2l cdti and wish to know if engine is cam belt or chain. engine no. B20dth- 17f3028lfs

2 l cdti engine- no. B20dth - 17f30238lfs . is this engine on my Zafira tourer techline belt or chain please . 2017 reg Fx67ypz