Kiltox Posted March 12, 2016 Author Share Posted March 12, 2016 Went with no grease in the end Electronic parking brake had a shit fit because I'd used the emergency release to get it off to service the brakes - wonder if there's a more elegant way to do that in future Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SiC Posted March 12, 2016 Share Posted March 12, 2016 Went with no grease in the end Electronic parking brake had a shit fit because I'd used the emergency release to get it off to service the brakes - wonder if there's a more elegant way to do that in futureDs150e has an option to release it. Other way I've seen my mechanic do it, is when stopping the car, let it engage and then release the handbrake again - but leaving the card in. Or put it in diagnostic mode (key in slot, 10 seconds or so on start button without pressing pedals), then release EPB and then double tap start button to stop diagnostic mode. Don't leave it in diagnostic mode, as everything is active (including power steering) as it flattens the battery. If you pull the release, it moans a bit but once you activate and release it a couple of times it's all merry again. Stores a code internally as manually activated, but doesn't show warning light once back to normal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kiltox Posted March 12, 2016 Author Share Posted March 12, 2016 I think I put it into that diagnostic mode under Google advice to get it back to normal Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kiltox Posted March 13, 2016 Author Share Posted March 13, 2016 One engine Seems to have an oil leak or two. Better sort it out and clean it up before fitting Lacquer Peel 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kiltox Posted March 14, 2016 Author Share Posted March 14, 2016 New engine in all its oily glory Clutch is date stamped 2012 and looks OK so I might get away without changing it although might still do so to be on the safe side Need to replace the sump and rocker cover gasket. Not keen on the push fit oil filler cap on this slightly older engine but I don't think the rocker covers are interchangeable Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kiltox Posted March 15, 2016 Author Share Posted March 15, 2016 Scenic has gone another day without shitting itself - I was stuck in traffic for about an hour this morning expecting it to overheat or something and it was perfect.Clicking from the steering rack is making me increasingly nervous though - I know it's been doing it for a couple of years but it still isn't right. Going to check this out http://www.meganeownersclub.co.uk/forum/viewtopic.php?f=2&t=18029&sid=896d4e29403802e9b0a545b9dc83afe3&start=15 first. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SiC Posted March 15, 2016 Share Posted March 15, 2016 Scenic has gone another day without shitting itself - I was stuck in traffic for about an hour this morning expecting it to overheat or something and it was perfect. Clicking from the steering rack is making me increasingly nervous though - I know it's been doing it for a couple of years but it still isn't right. Going to check this out http://www.meganeownersclub.co.uk/forum/viewtopic.php?f=2&t=18029&sid=896d4e29403802e9b0a545b9dc83afe3&start=15 first. Those bolts were tightened when it was up on the lift at the garage I use, to check out the wheel bearings. Managed to get a fair bit of tightening up with a ratchet, which quietened down some of the clicking to what it is now. Maybe you might be able to get it a bit tighter. Not really enough access to get a torque wrench in there easily though. Couldn't see any appreciable play in the rack either. See this though: http://www.uas-bg.com/meganii/eng/4572A.pdf The Scenic power steering is all electric - so all the assistance gubbins is around the steering wheel. This means the rack has no hydro lines or similar going into it - which makes it a bit cheaper to buy. No idea what access is like to remove it though. Might also be worth double checking to see where the clicking is coming from - if its outside or actually inside. Funny, I was never overly concerned about the clicking. The wheel bearing is the thing that I was most nervous about! I guess because there was no play, the wheels turned smoothly and nothing else untoward that could be seen/felt. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kiltox Posted March 15, 2016 Author Share Posted March 15, 2016 I'll have a look - when I say it's concerning its slightly above "utterly zero fucks are given" but not actually cared about much Very pleased with it, I suppose one of them has to work! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HH-R Posted March 15, 2016 Share Posted March 15, 2016 Are you putting in another 1.1 or a 1.2? Can't believe how tiny it looks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kiltox Posted March 16, 2016 Author Share Posted March 16, 2016 Are you putting in another 1.1 or a 1.2? Can't believe how tiny it looks!Its a 1.1 and yeah so tiny - lifted it into the back of the Scenic between the two of us without using a crane Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kiltox Posted March 17, 2016 Author Share Posted March 17, 2016 Just waiting for the air con to be regassed on the Scenic - place your bets now on whether it'll be a success Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kiltox Posted March 17, 2016 Author Share Posted March 17, 2016 Nope. Compressor doesn't kick in despite the system holding gas fine. Still had to pay too Chances of it being something stupid and electrical vs needing a new compressor?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sigmund Fraud Posted March 17, 2016 Share Posted March 17, 2016 Is the electromagnetic clutch being energised when you turn the AC on ? If not, it's a wiring issue. If yes, the compressor is to blame. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kiltox Posted March 20, 2016 Author Share Posted March 20, 2016 Haven't had time to look into it further - got a full house again fixing my FiL's Picasso ahead of a MoT retest next week Fixed the only failure item in about 5 minutes (loose brake hose) but the exhaust is blowing slightly at the front. Fixings are bollocksed so I'll need to get new ones tomorrow Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barry Cade Posted March 22, 2016 Share Posted March 22, 2016 Just waiting for the air con to be regassed on the Scenic - place your bets now on whether it'll be a successHad the Saab in to "were the boys to trust" today for a regas- I'd checked the compressor was working by bridging the relay for a second and listening for the clunk, then killed some kittens by pressing the valve, got a faint pffft so knew the system still held a little pressure- regas went smoothly and now aircon is icy cold. Give the compressor a few clunks with a hammer- the clutch may be stuck..aircon really isn't that complicated and there are a few basic checks to make before getting rodgered for ££££££'s Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SiC Posted March 22, 2016 Share Posted March 22, 2016 then killed some kittens by pressing the valve, got a faint pffft so knew the system still held a little pressure That's illegal to do. However feel free to buy this air duster (and many more like that) that contains 1,1,1,2-Tetrafluoroethane and spray to your hearts content legally. 1,1,1,2-Tetrafluoroethane is HFC-134a - the exact same gas that is in your air-con system... ! Crazy eh? Barry Cade 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barry Cade Posted March 22, 2016 Share Posted March 22, 2016 That's illegal to do. You're not going to tell on me are you? I let about a sparrows fart out. In a garage environment you get busted for a gram of CFC's but it's quite legal and respected to let out a room full of last nights Biriyani. Bloody EU. hauserplenty 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kiltox Posted March 22, 2016 Author Share Posted March 22, 2016 Temperatures have dropped a bit again so I'm less arsed about the air con - really must do some proper diagnosis of the clutch/compressor/wiring when I get a minute Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SiC Posted March 22, 2016 Share Posted March 22, 2016 You're not going to tell on me are you? I let about a sparrows fart out. In a garage environment you get busted for a gram of CFC's but it's quite legal and respected to let out a room full of last nights Biriyani. Bloody EU. That's what I meant. Its illegal to do that on your air-con system, but perfectly legal to squirt that gas everywhere with an air duster. Barry Cade 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pillock Posted March 22, 2016 Share Posted March 22, 2016 Temperatures have dropped a bit againThat's because Barry Cade let some gas out of his valve, the ice caps melted, sea levels rose, reflecting more sunlight back, core earth temperature drops, we all die. SiC, DeeJay and Barry Cade 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barry Cade Posted March 22, 2016 Share Posted March 22, 2016 That's because Barry Cade let some gas out of his valve, the ice caps melted, sea levels rose, reflecting more sunlight back, core earth temperature drops, we all die.Apologies folks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kiltox Posted March 22, 2016 Author Share Posted March 22, 2016 In other fleet news I've just sourced a power steering rack complete with pipes for my MX5 so it'll at least drive as it should again....... Need to find someone to deal with the rot at a rate that is sensible in the south west / Midlands Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SiC Posted March 23, 2016 Share Posted March 23, 2016 Temperatures have dropped a bit again so I'm less arsed about the air con - really must do some proper diagnosis of the clutch/compressor/wiring when I get a minute Just had a thought! The external temperature sensor doesn't work. I wonder if that is causing the problem?? I can't find any documentation to say either way, but I know some aircon systems won't enable the aircon if its too cold outside. The external temperature sensor is in the drivers wingmirror. Remove the glass from it (requires a good pull). Might be some screws to remove the back plastic (can't remember). Push the tabs in to remove the front plastic cover. You'll see the sensor at the bottom. This will need cutting off and a replacement sensor crimped onto these leads. New sensors are like a tenner off eBay. When it works, you'll get an external temperature appear above the clock on the dashboard. PhilA 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kiltox Posted March 23, 2016 Author Share Posted March 23, 2016 I'm guessing the drivers mirror problems are all related then - no electric adjustment, no temperature sensor and it pushes way further back than it should Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SiC Posted March 23, 2016 Share Posted March 23, 2016 The mirror glass should move - well it used to lol! The folding mechanism obviously doesn't work on that side though. I did have a look at that and get some PTFE spray down there to no avail. It does try to fold, but the physical resistance seems to be too great for it. As for the mirror folding all the way backwards as well as forwards, that's supposed to happen by design. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kiltox Posted March 23, 2016 Author Share Posted March 23, 2016 At nearly 152k miles if that's the only broken thing I can live with it lol SiC 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SiC Posted March 23, 2016 Share Posted March 23, 2016 The old girl still running well then? Feel any urge to get another 8k in and crack the 160k mark? Oil level sensor is broken too remember Did you fix the passenger window? Or rather get the aircon working? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kiltox Posted March 23, 2016 Author Share Posted March 23, 2016 It's still my only working vehicle at the moment so it might well see that 8k! Haven't done anything to it apart from wash it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SiC Posted March 23, 2016 Share Posted March 23, 2016 I did say it was far too good to scrap and a pretty decent thing! BANG! It'll blow up tomorrow now... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kiltox Posted March 23, 2016 Author Share Posted March 23, 2016 Better fucking not - my only other legal/working vehicle is on courtesy car duty (because the Panda isn't ready) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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