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Get a new one. Google it, get it sent to your door. You will lose far more in spilt/evaporated petrol than it will cost you to replace it. 0 out of 0 people found this solution helpful.
Problem: Rear brake light has gone. Is it difficult to replace?
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It shouldn't be too difficult to replace, but different cars use different systems. However, it will be far cheaper to do it yourself than to get someone else to do it. 0 out of 0 people found this solution helpful.
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The problem is likely to be the starter, the alternator, or most likely, the battery. Replacing a battery is not too hard generally, but remember that the negative connector is the one that needs to be off for the longest when you connect and disconnect. So, negative off first when disconnecting, negative on last when reconnecting. If you attach jump leads, the same rules apply. 0 out of 0 people found this solution helpful.
Problem: It's starting very roughly. When the car is idling, it doesn't sound constant.
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You might need new spark plugs. They can be tricky to replace depending on whether anything is covering them, so look up how to it before you start. They are cheap to replace yourself but expensive at a garage as you'll be paying for labour. 0 out of 0 people found this solution helpful.
Problem: My wing mirror was damaged. How do I replace it?
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I recommend getting a service manual for this (check Amazon) as it'll give you the diagrams you need to follow to replace it. You might want a garage to do it for you if it looks particularly tricky. If you want to do it yourself, it shouldn't be too difficult to source a replacement side view mirror, but be a little wary of buying off Ebay or other auction sites. 0 out of 0 people found this solution helpful.
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It could be a bad belt. Get it checked out - you don't want it to break while you're driving. 0 out of 0 people found this solution helpful.
Problem: My car is leaking - I think it's the radiator - how can I reseal it?
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You're just delaying the inevitable by resealing it. Are you sure it's the radiator? If so, you would probably want to replace it. But it could be any one of a number of other things. When does it leak? Is it only water? Does it only happen when you use the air conditioning? 0 out of 0 people found this solution helpful.
Problem: Tyres squeal when braking - can I replace the brakes myself?
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Replacing brake pads or calipers can be done yourself, but it's tricky and time consuming. If you really want to do it yourself, get a service manual and study the diagrams carefully. But I would recommend getting a professional to do it if you're not fully confident yourself. 0 out of 0 people found this solution helpful.
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It is a good idea to keep your car regularly serviced, it is often cheaper in the long run.
Always keep a record of how much you are spending on repairing your car. Have an idea in your head as to the maximum you are willing to spend per year on maintenance - it may be cheaper in the long run to look for a new car if you're spending too much.
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