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My driver's side rear turn signal isn't working. I've switched it with a couple of other bulbs (which are working) and nothing - it still doesn't work. The other lights in the cluster all work. I can't imagine the indicator would be on its own fuse - would it? The front and side turn signal...

My search hasn't turned up much in the way of instructions. Does the Recaro seat fabric simply unclip (I'm dealing with the side bolster on the backrest, specifically)? And, more importantly, once unclipped, how difficult is it to get back in again? I'd appreciate any help. Thanks

I thought it was about time to do a small progress thread on here. This is my second 197, having come from a Nimbus which I owned for about two years. I've owned this one for roughly a year. Picked her up in Johannesburg and drove back home to Cape Town. FF with Recaros and Speedlines...

Hi all, I had a quick search and didn't manage to find anything. I'm looking for the dimensions of the 197's roof - does anyone here have them by any chance? I'm at work at the moment and the car's pretty far away. If not, I'll have a measure at home this evening. Thanks

I think my reverse light switch is on the blink. Does anyone know if the 197 shares a reverse light switch with older Clios (Clio II for example)? Thanks

Hi all, I'm in the process of buying a set of rear pads for my 197. Info, however, seems to be seriously lacking on rear pads down here in South Africa. I've got a Ferodo part number from one of the garages I've called - but google isn't bringing anything up to confirm that it's the right...

Hi all, I've tried a search which hasn't turned up much. I was wondering if there's anyone out there who has a fastchip map that could share their experiences. I've been in touch with Henk there, but I think he must be on his Christmas break as communication seems to be very infrequent. Thanks

Hi all, I tried a search but it didn't turn anything up. Does anyone have any pics of an Eibach lowered 197 next to an H&R lowered one? I'd just be interested to see how much of a visible difference there is. Thanks

My car's developed a strange shudder on idle. It happens about 80% of the time - so it's not always there. And it varies in strength - sometimes it's more noticeable that others. When it does shudder, it happens at 3-4 sec intervals. I've checked things like plugs and coils and had a quick look...

Anyone know exactly what it's made of? Mine's cracked and I'm looking for a suitable adhesive to fix it up. Want to ensure a very strong bond (and preferably something that's flexible), so I was wondering if anyone knows what kind of plastic or rubber it is. My guess would be that it's a...

Just a thought that popped into my head. Was wondering if anyone's done this. Had a little search but didn't find anything. It'd be interesting to see at the very least. Thanks

Anyone know how to get inside the steering column trim just behind the steering wheel. I'm actually just wanting access to the indicator stalk's guts - anyone done this? Thanks :thumbsup:

Hi all, So I've been having a bit of a weird issue with my highbeam recently. The "pulling" action on the stalk seems to have become a bit fussy. It feels just fine, but the highbeam doesn't always "listen" to it. So sometimes I have to pull it several times to get it to light up, and then...

This past weekend we had a big hillclimb event at a golf estate in Knysna. The track is basically a 1.9km uphill climb on one of the mountain roads leading up to the golf course itself. Was an awesome event - great turnout with lots of cars: Audi - RS2, R8's; Nissan - GTR's (old and new), 350Z...

Hi all, first question on here :) I'm experiencing a knocking noise coming from the engine that I'd initially diagnosed as stuffed engine mounts. First, I replaced the top mount (driver's side attached to the torque arm). The noise seemed to have disappeared for a short while, but began to...

So I figured it was time I finally said hi on the forum and posted some pictures. Been lurking around here for a while (amazing forum btw, extremely informative). I've owned my car for about 8 months now - it's run pretty well apart from the occasional engine mounting issue. Previously owned a...