1. groenendael

    Horn beeps when trying to lock

    I had a similiar problem, and found that the cause was a split in the rubber on the under bonnet switch on the right hand side as you look at it from the front. The bad news is you have replace the complete switch as the rubber is not sold seperately.or do a Heath Robinson.?
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    Why did you buy a disco!!

    Fancied a change from driving a RRC.
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    Td5 turbo to exhaust

    To me WD40 is useful as a water dispersant ,and not for rusty components.Some might disagree. My main concern is the exhaust to turbo stud that you cannot see whilst looking into the engine compartment from above. However I shall try all suggestions given and hope that none break. They are...
  4. groenendael

    Td5 turbo to exhaust

    Has anyone got some advice on the best way to undo the exhaust nuts to turbo on a td5 without the studs shearing/breaking? Your help appreciated. Many Thanks.
  5. groenendael

    speed ratings!

    . There are moves afoot now under EU legislation to prevent you modifying your vehicle in any way and that includes fitting any sort of aftermarket/non original parts and also restricting the supply of parts to non approved people. The above has been widely banded about in the Media, and...
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    best make of filters (ebay service kit) need info asap

    If you click on the link,go to maintnance, then engine oil,it will show you step by step jn full page photo's of whwt you are after. Remember pictures speak louder than words. SEEK AND YE SHALL FIND.
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    best make of filters (ebay service kit) need info asap

    Have a look here www.discovery2.co.uk It's a very informative site.
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    Tyre noise

    I experienced a likewise problem . Running Goodyear Wrangler M.S. The noise started at about 28mph,and drove me round the bend. It was adroning sound,and the cause was ridges on the front top face of the tyre.Put it on a rolling road and it was as clear as night follows day.Seeing was...
  9. groenendael

    E.G.R.Valve

    Many Thanks for your help. Appreciated.
  10. groenendael

    E.G.R.Valve

    If you do remove the complete EGR kep hold of the gubbins just incase the DOT insist it has to be there in the future. Because of the possibility of DOT insisting it be in situ is a reason why I asked. However I shall as you have suggested completely remove the EGR. One question?Do you know a...
  11. groenendael

    E.G.R.Valve

    In the past even though I owned a petrol engined vehicle ,I always read with interest the topics with regard to EGR removal. I now own a D2 TD5 (16p engine),and looking at the set up in the cold light of day I ask "what possible harm can there be in just blankling off the cooler end at the...
  12. groenendael

    2.6 6 cylinder vs 2286

    I had a Rover 3ltr straight six in my 109,straight onto a 11a 2.6 gearbox. A lovely vehicle to drive,smoth and pokey,but when 4star went so did the engine and now its got a Rover 3.5. All in all it's just as economical as 4pot,and a lot less weight.
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    How many are using veg oil

    Factor in the cost of regular fuel filter changes, and are you really any better off financially.?
  14. groenendael

    TD5 (2004) starter will not operate...

    Sometimes just cleaning up the contacts will get you out of trouble,but alas can only be temporary. You might as well get a repair kit as Mr Noisy says. If you have any doubts about how to go about the repair, look on UTUBE. It''s what I did and it couldn't be any simpler. Gives you piece of...
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    central locking problum

    I had a similiar problem and was content to continue using the key to unlock the drivers door. This all came to an end when the door key mechanism sheared off.when I was miles from home.Pain in the backside having to climb in via the front passenger seat.It was that or leave the doors open...
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    Hawkeye and Nanocom comparison chart

    Somewhere in the bowels of this forum is a chart that someone kindly produced showing exactly what each diagnostic tool could or could not do.(Hawkeye and Nonocom) Alas I have been unable to find it again and wondered if some kind soul could please help me in my quest? Your help fully apprreciated.
  17. groenendael

    Central Locking Problem

    Many thanks for your replies. It is as I thought.more £.s.d.
  18. groenendael

    Central Locking Problem

    When activating the key fob button once, the NSF passenger and the OSR passenger doors unlock.The other two doors remain locked ,the drivers door being unlocked using the key. Activating the key fob twice makes no further difference what soever.Manually opening the other locked door (now they...
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    Classic Airconditioning charge point

    If its any consolation ,when I had my RRC system recharged I had to have the r12 connection changed to enable 134 to be used .
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    Paint Code

    Your help much appreciated.