Beefing up the alarm system.
Seems to be an increasing amount of break in's lately, so along with additional locks...Has anyone modified the factory alarm at all? I was thinking of using one of these...
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Well I've bought a Vivaro, and it's a lemon :(
Makes me feel sick writing this but I bought a 2004 1.9 DTI Vivaro yesterday and have problems with it already. Ran fine at the guys house, though a little on the slow side starting just needed to turn...
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2.0 litre Power steering pump renewal
Hello Folks, My power steering pump has blown the back out and needs to be renewed. I'm considering changing it myself after using several different garages for various repairs and not being happy with...
View ArticleF9Q head bolt sequence & torque settings
I am removing the head today and examining the damage after water pump seize. Will need the above when time to do the refit.
View ArticlePower loss and black smoke
Hi. My vehicles 'coil light lamp on dash board' comes on and off while driving and the speedometer stops/starts working while i am driving, was going to have it checked but the cam-belt snapped before...
View ArticleLet's see your mod's on your Vivaro
Let's see all your modifications that you have made to your Vivaro. Photos is a must.
View ArticleRemoval of lighter socket.
Have any of you guys done it? How the hell does it come out??
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Remap and cat removed
Hi if i get my van remapped is it worth doing de cat at same time??? and will i save or use more fuel
View ArticleVivaro still smoking after turbo replace.
Hope someone can help, been working on a vivaro which had a runaway diesel lump. It didn't run dry and bearings had collapsed on the turbo hence running on its own oil. But I have drained intercooler,...
View ArticleThe hunt for vivaro
Hi guys Said i would never buy a vauxhall over a ford but the vivaro looks a million times better than a transit(apart from the brand new model). Looking at crew cab 2.0 dci/sportive from 2010 onwards...
View ArticleHow to stop the rain getting into engine/Air filter
Hi all, thought i'd post up some pic's of the location of this pain the butt problem and how I solved it on mine. Its very easy and will cost about £6 the pic's will show but just to quickly explain,...
View ArticleNoise from clutch/gear box....possibly?
I have only owned my 2010 Vauxhall Vivaro LWB (95k) for a week but due to the bad press regarding Vivaro clutches and gearboxes I can't work out whether the whining noise from the engine, particularly...
View ArticleUp shift, Down shift dashboard lights
I've only owned my 2010 LWB Vivaro for a week but already I think it's a great van. On the dash I can see that there are indicators to shift up and down the gears to save fuel but so far they haven't...
View ArticleChip for 2l eco flex
Only just found out that can get a chip for these. Any recommendations for any cheap and easy intall chip for a 2l ecoflex 63 plate and is it worth doing. Ta
View Articleadvise on vivaro issues ?? 42000 miles
Hi everyone, i bought a 61 reg vivaro (2.0cdti m9r) from vx about 2 month ago , ive been having a couple of problems but i could do with some of your wisdom on them. ive noticed when the van is ticking...
View ArticleClutch pipe
Think i might have a leaking clutch pipe, i got my missus to press the clutch and fluid was coming out of the top of the plastic 90° connection to the box, im most likely going to put a new bulkhead to...
View ArticleWanted vivaro bulkhead
Hi all if anyone has a bulkhead they are not using with no dent or scratches on. In silver or black and want to sell it. Please privet message me. I am willing to travel about 1 hour from Dartford.
View ArticleHigh capacity fuel tank & milages
hi guys Has anyone successfully fitted either an additional fuel tank or a high capacity unit? The reason for my ask is i own a pet transport business covering a lot of milage but with very little...
View ArticleIs my movano cam belt or chain driven?
Is my movano cam belt or chain driven? It's the first shape 2003 (53 plate) Reg mm53 hnw Thanks guys!
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