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by jameswright77
Fri Jun 27, 2025 1:02 pm
Forum: General Car Discussions
Topic: Removal of the boot trim and addressing the squeak in the S205 C63S estate
Replies: 8
Views: 5053

Re: Removal of the boot trim and addressing the squeak in the S205 C63S estate

Exercise caution with the last plastic component that forms the upper section of the boot next to the back seats. The clamps securing this component are very rigid. Upon reflection, I believe there exists a more effective method to completely retract the carpet. Perhaps starting at the midpoint of t...
by jameswright77
Fri Jun 27, 2025 1:01 pm
Forum: General Car Discussions
Topic: Removal of the boot trim and addressing the squeak in the S205 C63S estate
Replies: 8
Views: 5053

Re: Removal of the boot trim and addressing the squeak in the S205 C63S estate

I own an S205 (C43). Upon removing the parcel shelf device, a little screw will be revealed, facilitating the detachment of the plastic trim piece that accommodates the parcel shelf tang. By elevating the rear seatbelt where it traverses the top of the seat on that side, you may also discover an add...
by jameswright77
Tue Jun 10, 2025 8:54 am
Forum: General Car Discussions
Topic: Strange noise coming from the rear end of the F10 2013 LCI 530D Auto
Replies: 5
Views: 1495

Re: Strange noise coming from the rear end of the F10 2013 LCI 530D Auto

I've discovered today that it occurs (when cold) while taking a right hand turn (not a right hand curve, but going right onto another road) - Doesn't appear to do it on a left turn (although I can't be 100%)
by jameswright77
Tue Jun 10, 2025 8:53 am
Forum: General Car Discussions
Topic: Strange noise coming from the rear end of the F10 2013 LCI 530D Auto
Replies: 5
Views: 1495

Re: Strange noise coming from the rear end of the F10 2013 LCI 530D Auto

Thank you; I'll have a garage look at them. However, why would it go as soon as the vehicle warmed up?
by jameswright77
Tue Jun 10, 2025 8:52 am
Forum: General Car Discussions
Topic: Strange noise coming from the rear end of the F10 2013 LCI 530D Auto
Replies: 5
Views: 1495

Strange noise coming from the rear end of the F10 2013 LCI 530D Auto

Hello everyone, I own a 2013 F10 530D LCI Auto. A bizarre noise that sounds like it's coming from the rear end and is a kind of "thwock"-type banging noise started to develop yesterday, especially when you're travelling over even little bumps. Though not too loud, it is perceptible. Howeve...
by jameswright77
Mon May 12, 2025 1:45 pm
Forum: General Car Discussions
Topic: Depleted battery?
Replies: 7
Views: 4380

Re: Depleted battery?

Possibly poor grounding.
The battery should have a voltage of 13 volts or more when the engine is operational.
by jameswright77
Thu May 08, 2025 9:50 am
Forum: General Car Discussions
Topic: Is the radiator hose leaking?
Replies: 7
Views: 3416

Re: Is the radiator hose leaking?

Have you secured the hose clamp while the system was at its full operational temperature?
by jameswright77
Wed Mar 26, 2025 1:28 pm
Forum: General Car Discussions
Topic: Adaptive xenon headlights from 2014
Replies: 6
Views: 38143

Re: Adaptive xenon headlights from 2014

My Proceed is also from 2014, thus I presume it is designed with the same logic; as previously said, they only oscillate left and right beyond walking speed. Additionally, be aware that they function just when the lights are set to 'Auto'; they do not activate when the headlights are manually config...
by jameswright77
Wed Mar 05, 2025 1:47 pm
Forum: General Car Discussions
Topic: My vehicle fails to start after the throttle body reset.
Replies: 8
Views: 102078

Re: My vehicle fails to start after the throttle body reset.

That will not facilitate airflow; nevertheless, it will not prevent initiation. There must be a significant amount of oil circulating through the turbo for it to be that detrimental. On my last ALFA, it was very clean; I installed a catch tank, and the EGR input was positioned beyond that valve.
by jameswright77
Wed Mar 05, 2025 1:45 pm
Forum: General Car Discussions
Topic: My vehicle fails to start after the throttle body reset.
Replies: 8
Views: 102078

Re: My vehicle fails to start after the throttle body reset.

Assuming it is the C220 CDI in your sidebar, it does not possess a throttle, similar to other CDI vehicles. The component resembling a throttle is an anti-shudder valve (also known as a shutdown valve), which remains mostly completely open throughout engine operation, but may partly close to assist ...