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Plain English. Professionally written. Instant download. Sixteen guides available.
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The UK Car Owner's Essential Guide
Everything you need to know to own, maintain and look after your car - in plain English. From warning lights to buying a used car, this guide covers it all.
- All dashboard warning lights explained
- How to check oil, coolant and all fluids
- Tyre pressures, tread depth and the 20p test
- Your service schedule fully explained
- What an MOT actually tests
- How to avoid getting ripped off at a garage
- DIY jobs you can realistically do yourself
- Used car buying inspection checklist
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OBD Fault Code Plain English Guide
Plug in a cheap OBD reader and finally understand what your car is telling you. 100 of the most common fault codes explained - what they mean, what causes them, and what to do.
- 100 most common fault codes covered
- Plain English - no jargon
- Severity rating for every code
- Causes listed for each fault
- What to do - step by step for each code
- Covers petrol and diesel engines
- Quick reference table for fast lookups
- Works with any OBD2 scanner
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Used Car Inspection Checklist
The professional mechanic's complete buying guide. Take this with you every time you view a used car - it covers everything a trained mechanic looks for.
- 6-section inspection checklist
- Before you arrive - history checks explained
- Full exterior, bonnet and interior checks
- Test drive checklist - what to listen for
- Documentation and paperwork guide
- 10 immediate red flags - when to walk away
- Repair cost table for negotiating the price
- Printable format - take it with you
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Ford Transit Custom Owner's Bible
The complete owner's guide to the UK's best-selling van. Everything you need to know about common faults, the wet belt problem, DPF, maintenance and keeping your Custom on the road.
- The wet belt problem fully explained
- Vacuum pump & hard brake pedal fault
- DPF prevention and cure guide
- All common fault codes explained
- Full service schedule
- DIY repairs with free video guide links
- Used Transit Custom buying guide
- Essential tools and spare parts list
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Pre-MOT Preparation Guide
Around 40% of MOT failures are caused by faults the driver could have fixed themselves. This guide walks you through every single MOT test item so you can find and fix problems before you go in.
- Complete lights & signals check
- Tyre tread, pressure and condition guide
- Brake check - pedal feel, fluid, handbrake
- Wipers, washers and screen inspection
- Bodywork, horn and number plates
- Emissions and engine warning lights
- Most common failures and how to fix them
- Day-before 10-minute quick checklist
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Diesel Car Owner's Troubleshooting Guide
Diesel faults are expensive when you don't know what's happening. This guide covers every common diesel problem in plain English - DPF, EGR, glow plugs, turbos, injectors and timing.
- DPF - prevention, regeneration and cure
- EGR valve faults fully explained
- Glow plug diagnosis and replacement
- Turbocharger problems - boost pipes to failure
- Fuel injector faults and diagnosis
- Timing chain and belt warnings
- Symptom lookup - 15 common symptoms explained
- Full diesel maintenance schedule
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DIY Car Service Guide
A complete beginner's guide to servicing your own car at home. No experience needed - step-by-step instructions that could save you £200+ every year on garage bills.
- Step-by-step oil & filter change guide
- Air filter replacement - any car
- Pollen filter - all common locations covered
- Spark plug replacement (petrol)
- Service light reset - all main brands
- Complete service checklist to tick off
- Tools you need and what they cost
- Estimated saving for every job
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How to Buy a Car on Finance Without Getting Ripped Off
90% of UK cars are now bought on finance. This guide explains PCP, HP and PCH in plain English, decodes all the jargon, reveals how dealers make their money - and shows you how to negotiate a better deal.
- PCP, HP, PCH and personal loans explained
- Finance jargon fully decoded
- How dealers profit from your finance deal
- Step-by-step negotiation guide
- Finance type comparison table
- Red flags - when to walk away
- Your legal rights as a buyer
- Questions to ask at the dealership
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VW Golf Mk7 Owner's Bible
The complete owner's guide to the Mk7 Golf (2012–2020). Common faults, DSG gearbox explained, DPF and AdBlue, oil specs, service schedules and the known issues VAG don't like to talk about.
- DSG gearbox - servicing, faults & clutch judder fix
- DPF and AdBlue system fully explained
- Common fault codes: P0087, P0299, P189E & more
- TSI and TDI engine known issues
- Oil spec, service intervals and reset procedure
- Water pump failure - signs to watch for
- Buying guide - what to check on a used Mk7
- Top DIY repairs with estimated savings
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Vauxhall Corsa Owner's Bible
Covers the Corsa D and E (2006–2019) - the UK's most common small cars. Known faults, throttle body issues, the dreaded power steering failure, service schedules and buying advice.
- Electric power steering fault - causes and fix
- Throttle body failure - symptoms and reset
- Head gasket warning signs on the 1.2 and 1.4
- Service schedule for all common engines
- DPF guide for the 1.3 CDTi diesel
- Common fault codes fully explained
- DIY repairs - what you can do at home
- Used Corsa buying checklist
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Ford Fiesta Owner's Bible
Covers the Mk6 and Mk7 Fiesta (2008–2019) - Britain's best-selling car for over a decade. The PowerShift auto gearbox problems, EcoBoost engine issues, service costs and what to check before buying.
- PowerShift dual-clutch - judder, shudder and fix
- EcoBoost 1.0 turbo known issues and care
- Clutch and gearbox fault guide
- Service costs and realistic DIY vs garage guide
- Rust spots - where to look and what's serious
- Common fault codes explained
- Top 5 DIY repairs with savings
- Used Fiesta buying checklist
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Renault Trafic Owner's Bible
The complete owner's and operator's guide to the Trafic (2001–2019), also covering Vauxhall Vivaro and Nissan Primastar. DPF, injectors, EGR, swirl flaps and the common faults that cost tradespeople a fortune.
- DPF - regeneration, removal and prevention
- Swirl flap deletion guide
- Injector wear and return flow testing
- EGR valve faults and cleaning guide
- Turbo actuator and boost problems
- Gearbox oil service - why it matters
- Service schedule for all dCi engines
- Buying guide - red flags and what to avoid
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UK Towing & Trailer Guide
Everything you need to know about towing in the UK - legally, safely and confidently. From towbar fitting and trailer electrics to nose weight, speed limits and licensing rules.
- UK towing laws - licence categories explained
- Towbar types - fixed, detachable, swan neck
- Payload, nose weight and gross train weight
- Trailer electrics - 7-pin vs 13-pin guide
- Pre-tow safety checklist
- Speed limits and lane rules for towing
- Towing a caravan - first-timer's guide
- Trailer maintenance and tyre law
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Electric & Hybrid Car Owner's Guide
Thinking of going electric, or already driving a hybrid? This guide cuts through the confusion - charging, range, battery health, servicing costs and the truth about what EVs really cost to own.
- Charging types explained - slow, fast and rapid
- Home charger installation guide
- Battery health - how to preserve it
- True cost of ownership vs petrol/diesel
- PHEV vs MHEV vs full EV - which is right for you
- Servicing - what still needs doing on an EV
- Buying a used EV - battery check guide
- Government grants, VED and benefit-in-kind
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Car Maintenance Log & Service Record
A professional, printable service record and maintenance log designed for UK vehicles. Keep a full history of every service, repair and MOT - adds value when you come to sell.
- Full service log - oil, filters, brakes and more
- MOT record pages - pass, advisories, failures
- Tyre history - dates, brands, tread depth
- Mileage tracker and fuel economy log
- Fault and repair diary
- Insurance and breakdown record section
- 50+ printable pages - A4 format
- Adds genuine resale value to any vehicle
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Winter Car Preparation Guide
Don't wait until January to think about it. This guide walks you through everything a mechanic checks before winter - battery, tyres, antifreeze, wipers and more - to keep you moving when it gets cold.
- Battery testing - when to replace before it fails
- Antifreeze concentration check and top-up
- Winter tyre vs all-season - honest comparison
- Screenwash and wiper blade replacement
- Brake check - cold weather increases stopping distance
- Lights - all bulb checks for long dark nights
- Emergency kit - what to keep in the boot
- Cold start problems - diesel and petrol guide