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I needed to remove front end lower cross member in order to get to the oil switch for replacement. I was irked to find i needed to remove both front light clusters so i could undo the bolts (two long 13mm bolts with a 13mm nut at each end). Looking at it now, removing the lights wouldn't be...

I think i know the answer to this, but I'll ask anyway. Trying to remove the bumper on my poorly maintained 197 (so i can replace oil pressure sensor which hopefully fixes the light on the dash ). Suffice to say that the 10mm bolts holding wing to bumper are utterly rusted to f***. No ramp or...

I need to work near (not with) airbags to trace leak under headlining. Manuals say to use Clip to disarm airbags. Will it be enough to disconnect battery for an hour before I start instead?

Lots of posts about steering noises but most seem centred on UJ, geometry and rack issues. I'm fairly certain my problem is much further "north" than that. When moving from full left lock, there is a notable single clunk which can be felt through the steering wheel after around 1/8 of a turn...

I need to hunt down the exact source of a leak in rear of headlining (197 with panoramic sunroof). From what I've read it's highly likely the drainage pipe from has detached from roof (Or blocked). The headlining is wreaked but this is a car used for sprints so I don't overly care how it looks...

My mechanic recently replaced crank shaft sensor on 06 plate 197. He noted that the "breather on inlet manifold is noisy, possibly split internally". I'm not 100% where this pipe is and what it actually does. Can anyone kindly educate me so I can decide if I want to get my hands dirty again...

Recently acquired a 197 to do some sprinting. It is proving to be a troublesome purchase. I'll stick to one problem per thread :wink: The tailgate is refusing to open. I'm aware this is a common fault. I've replaced the combined latch and solenoid unit (brand new) which was of course very quick...