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12 - Common Problems & Fixes ( , )

This section simply lists the common problems reported
by members of the list, together with references to the fixes. The list
is in no particular order.

Sticking Thermostat	Slow warm up	5 years	Replace – see 3.1
Failed Coolant Hoses	Coolant loss	5 years	Replace – see 3.4
Supercharger Idler Pulley	Reduced power	80 – 100K miles	Replace – see 2.6
Memory seats and Steering Adjustment	Failure to adjust	3 years	Reset or Replace – see 11.12
Dim-Dip Mirror	Failure to dip	3 years	Replace – see 11.10
Wheel Alignment	Worn front tyres, tramlining or vague steering	After kerbing or high street tyre shop adjustment	Adjust – see 9.3
Sticking throttle	Increased idle speed	Often follows cold running	Clean, may replace spring – see 4.3 & 4.4
Failed EGR Valve	Check Engine		Replace – see 6.8
Fuel Gauge Sender	Inaccurate fuel gauge when full	Early models	Repair or replace – see 4.2
Cracked Exhaust Manifold	Visible cracks, noise	4 years	Repair or replace – see 2.5
LCD Clock	Faint display	4 years, early models	Replace – see 11.11
Dirty throttle body or bad plugs	Uneven idle	Often follows cold running	Clean – see 4.3 Check – see 5.1
Loose Mirrors	Loose mirrors	5 years	Tighten – see 10.2
Rust	Rust	5 years	Remove and repaint – see 10.3

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