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this morning tried to go to work in my van but unfortunately would not start so I had to bump it then it was fine as it should, I am now needing to park on a hill as I hace to bump the van. THE PROBLEM when I turn the key it just makes a clicking sound, all the lights on dash work as normal, does anybody have any ideas, could this be a ignition barrel issue as I have had to wiggle the key to start the van for last 6 months sometimes 2-3 attepts as it was just clicking but when wiggled it correct it started any help or any people that could fix woul be great thanks

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would this be a case of a new starter motor ?

 

yes. you can pick up a second hand one at a scrap yard but i find that this is more hassle than paying a little more for a new one. i always use neepsend just off rutland road 01142731313 for parts and a small fast and cheap garage behind vaux tyres on carlisle st 0777587697 ..call and get a quote.

sometimes you can free up the starter with lots of wd40 but doesnt always work.

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Does it have an inner tube part?

Some cars don't, it's just a plastic sleeve that connects to block protect the dipstick.

 

You might just be able to pull the remnants out with some needle-nose pliers and stick a new dipstick tube on???

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Does it have an inner tube part?

Some cars don't, it's just a plastic sleeve that connects to block protect the dipstick.

 

You might just be able to pull the remnants out with some needle-nose pliers and stick a new dipstick tube on???

Hi , yes it has an inner part but no lip to grab, I've fried long nose plyers but I'm also scared of pushing it further inside.

Thanks.

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Hi all. I have a fault on said vehicle. When running there is an occasional dip in power which is steadily getting worse. My local garage says it is not showing a fault code. The fault is worse when travelling uphill. Please don't suggest pentagon as I wouldn't touch them with a stick. Please help. Billy

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