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Two (new) problems with Peugeot 206.

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  • 02-11-2009 11:07pm
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    fasterkitten
    Registered Users Posts: 136 ✭✭


    I just got the front right wishbone replaced.

    Now I have two new problems that may or may not be related to the wishbone but which weren't there before it was replaced.

    The first is a horrible grinding noise that seems to be coming from the front of the car when I open the driver's door. I'll try WD40 on it tomorrow but I'm not hopeful that will fix it.

    The second is potentially more serious - the gear knob wobbles violently when I'm in fourth and fifth.

    Any ideas about the causes?


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    colm_mcm
    Registered Users Posts: 73,410 ✭✭✭✭colm_mcm


    maybe engine or gearbox mountings? presume this happens when you accelerate, then let off the gas a bit?
    Is it 4th and 5th or just at high speeds?

    Did this only happen straight after you got the work done? If so go back to whoever worked on the car.


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    fasterkitten
    Registered Users Posts: 136 ✭✭fasterkitten


    It's just at high speeds in fourth and fifth. I'd like to have a vague notion of what it might be incase the garage try and rip me off by saying it needs a new gearbox.


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    crosstownk
    Registered Users Posts: 12,863 ✭✭✭✭crosstownk


    If you just had the work done then call the garage and voice your concerns. Don't let too much time pass.
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    fasterkitten
    Registered Users Posts: 136 ✭✭fasterkitten


    A friend replaced the wishbone at cost so making a complaint isn't really an option.


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    crosstownk
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    fasterkitten wrote: »
    A friend replaced the wishbone at cost so making a complaint isn't really an option.

    Ah I see. Maybe tell this friend that since the repair you've noticed these two issues and would he mind if he took a look - just to be sure. I'm sure any friend would be more than happy to help.


    Sorry if that sounds a bit.........PI
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    fasterkitten
    Registered Users Posts: 136 ✭✭fasterkitten


    Well, the WD40 solved the grinding noise anyway.
    I'll hope the gear knob problem goes away over the next few days and if it doesn't bring it back.


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    colm_mcm
    Registered Users Posts: 73,410 ✭✭✭✭colm_mcm


    these things don't tend to resolve themselves, I'd get it looked at ASAP before some damage is done to driveshafts, CV joints or gearbox.


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    JHMEG
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    fasterkitten wrote: »
    Well, the WD40 solved the grinding noise anyway.
    The WD40 will be gone within a week and the noise back. You need proper grease for that job.


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    #10
    colm_mcm
    Registered Users Posts: 73,410 ✭✭✭✭colm_mcm


    Vaseline will be ok for the door.

    (cue tasteless jokes....)


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