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by xxxMikexxx
Fri Jun 05, 2026 11:30 am
Forum: General Motoring
Topic: The W447 Original Equipment Manufacturer DAB Upgrade
Replies: 3
Views: 85

Re: The W447 Original Equipment Manufacturer DAB Upgrade

On C-class estates, it's under the boot floor; on V250ds, I'm not so sure. Immediately adjacent to a fuse box.
by xxxMikexxx
Tue May 26, 2026 9:46 am
Forum: General Motoring
Topic: Is a Mini ever a good place to sleep?
Replies: 4
Views: 165

Re: Is a Mini ever a good place to sleep?

It took me a moment to grasp the concept, haha! I'd never heard of a princess (the vehicle) before! It appears to be a more cosy sleeping option than an R55, but with that exhaust, who can say?

In order to see what would happen, I bought a CO2, TVOC, and HCHO monitor. Apparently CO2 is quite ...
by xxxMikexxx
Tue May 26, 2026 9:44 am
Forum: General Motoring
Topic: Is a Mini ever a good place to sleep?
Replies: 4
Views: 165

Is a Mini ever a good place to sleep?

While on the road, I slept off in my Mini with the motor turned off, the moon roof cracked up, and the front windows cracked open. I woke up almost four hours later, gasping for breath.

Is the Mini so sealed off that carbon dioxide may accumulate in it? Since the engine was turned off, I don't ...
by xxxMikexxx
Mon May 11, 2026 8:01 pm
Forum: General Motoring
Topic: A night of thunder and fingerprints
Replies: 6
Views: 147

Re: A night of thunder and fingerprints

It would look rather strange with marigolds, so I wouldn't suggest them.

My avatar's automobile is a Techno, which was a popular colour option in the past; other options were Daytona Violet, which was somewhat lighter than Techno, and Madeira Violate, which was reserved for cars without a M emblem.
by xxxMikexxx
Mon May 11, 2026 8:00 pm
Forum: General Motoring
Topic: A night of thunder and fingerprints
Replies: 6
Views: 147

Re: A night of thunder and fingerprints

Do you use gloves?
by xxxMikexxx
Sat Apr 04, 2026 3:49 pm
Forum: General Motoring
Topic: Problems with the Cooling System
Replies: 5
Views: 180

Re: Problems with the Cooling System

If you have the proper tools—like a main dealer or an MB specialist—to read it, the error code will be stored. Did you buy it from a dealer? How long have you had it? You have the right to refuse the item without cause and receive your money back if it is less than a month old and purchased from a ...
by xxxMikexxx
Fri Mar 06, 2026 1:13 pm
Forum: General Motoring
Topic: Squeaking at low speed while fully locked into the right side?
Replies: 11
Views: 193

Re: Squeaking at low speed while fully locked into the right side?

Although it is difficult to diagnose without seeing or hearing, CV joints typically create a noise at low speeds while engaged in full lock. If this happens, you should take your vehicle to a Toyota dealer.
by xxxMikexxx
Fri Mar 06, 2026 1:10 pm
Forum: General Motoring
Topic: Squeaking at low speed while fully locked into the right side?
Replies: 11
Views: 193

Re: Squeaking at low speed while fully locked into the right side?

The clicking sound at full lock could be the CV joint wearing out.