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Hi Gareth nothing wrong with ancient , look at us we are still functioning, don't knock it. Steve.

Hi on the other hand you could just try converting it to standard shocks if you only buy one side thats a no,no as shockers are always replaced in pairs, I found shocks on eBay that came with the caps for far less than the price for just one, standard shocks give you the option of Bilstein, Monroe, Sachs which are all the same if not better. Mag ride is a gimmick that sounds wonderful in theory but its only an electrical current passed into the oil which makes the metal floating in the oil bond so it gives the relief valve a far greater volume to deal with therefore stiffening the flow, Monotube shocks are far better as they are gas over oil and give more progressive damping and better tyre contact, can't beat a bit of Bilstein. Steve.

Hi have you tried putting the key against the recognition sign on the dash it looks like a radio signal embossed on the dash plastic normally around the climate control, if that wont work you have a problem with the key PCB which will require a trip to the stealers as they are the only people with the coding facilities and coding records, the keys can't forget the codes as they are embedded in the chip on the PCB so it could just be a case of recognition, have a look in the handbook for the recognition station.

Tried changing the key fob battery?

Hi my first port of call would be to get the vehicle scanned for fault codes that could well give you an insight as to what's going on, I think the fuel fill could well be a coincidence but other than that it could be a blocked fuel filter, glow plugs or a sensor, hence the scan. Steve.

Hi have you tried eBay with that part number they have loads of them.

Hi you wont get far with that one as your vehicle is post 2020 an has the SFD protection system, Carly wont get anywhere near it the only one that will maybe is OBDeleven as they have a deal with VAG to buy tokens to allow functions. Steve,

Hi try Monroe catalogue they were oe suppliers. Steve.

Hi can the garage not make up new hoses from silicone pipe as most of the connection ends are available on the web, if not contact a hose specialist show your old hoses and see if they can come up with something. Steve.

Hi I would hazard a guess that if the Lambda sensors are as old as the car its most likely they are shot, in reality they are extremely sensitive and it could be a broken wire somewhere if they are removed, you can't plug them in the wrong way as both the male and female parts are shaped to only fit one way. Steve.

Hi if you gave the names of the reconditioners maybe someones used them and could give an informed opinion.

Hi the one in the picture is it, the sensor you were sent looks like the one that would be by the crank pulley the sensor you have has the plug socket integral in the sensor. take the old unit out to get the part number. Steve.

Hi the best thing to do is ring an on line company Parts in motion they will be able to tell you exactly what size discs you have from your REG/VIN Number, they only sell on eBay but will be able to give you item number for discs that will fit your car, and are probably 40% cheaper than Euro car parts, I use them a lot and I have never had a bad experience. Steve.

Hi Andy, used loads of peoples differing software and found shall we say quite a few variations on codes the cheaper they get the more lethal they become bit of a minefield really that was why a few years ago I bought VCDS, that definitely nailed it every time, in saying that the new cab I have is a VW Passat and my VCDS wont go near it as everything is protected by the new SFD system, I wont go in to any detail because its long and boring but suffice to say that post 2020 you can't do a blasted thing on the car without having the right system, thats when I bit the bullit and bought OBD Eleven pro, yes you have to buy tokens to perform some functions but its about as as good as VCDS but without the hefty price tag, VCDS latest multi vin software is nearly £700 but OBD came in at £104 with a token bundle its a lot slower scanning as its bluetooth but it gets there and gets you what you need, the diagrams are from my new system, the good news is the part number for all three is the same. Steve.

Hi no such thing as a crank sensor without a wiring connector otherwise it wont work, you have to find the remains of the original wiring the sensor is normally by either the crank pulley or where the gearbox joins the engine. Steve.

Hi I agree with Gareth/Steve the electric steering rack draws about 60amps when operating if its not getting any continuity that will give the symptoms you have. Steve.

Hi Andrew please find what I have discovered, there are only three sensors not four and I pretty certain that the diagnostics you are using is what's at fault, each platform relies heavily on the software writers interpretation of a fault and through experience with different platforms I have come to the con elusion they must have had a few beers whilst writing the software. Steve.

Hi if you are happy with the rest of the car I know it means more money but go and consult your nearest wheel and tyre specialist and ask if they do a tyre that is different and may solve your problem, if not try the old how much will I get trade in for my stuff against a set of decent 17inch wheels and tyres, find out what your wheel offset is and go looking on eBay, factor in that you may have to have the wheels refurbed and new tyres but you get to keep the old wheels for when you get the car, multiple variables with this problem. Steve.

Hi its quite a common problem mostly the rubber bit rotting out but if I were you I would take heed of the term not seriously weakened, get under the back clean the alloy bit with a small wire brush and then give it a coat of Waxoyl that will keep the rot at bay for years, did mine when I first got it 2019 and they were still good four years later. Steve.

Hi gary, which light, more info needed. Steve.

Hi it looks like time to broker the deal for other wheels or back the car. Steve

Hi you wont get a definitive answer until you have had the vehicle scanned and that will give you the codes to get it fixed. Steve.

Hi Golden rule check all fluids every two weeks, I think you have a leak somewhere and are getting air in the system visually check the hoses around the throttle body and EGR valve as they are prone to leaking also check the hoses under the inlet manifold, the thermostat housing hoses as well, easy to spot antifreeze leaks as they are stained the same colour as the antifreeze even when dry. Steve.

Hi got a new microcat coming Tuesday I will have a look on that and see if I can get a schematic diagram. Steve.

Hi try eBay or put in a request in breaker link.