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    Reinstalling dash. Where do these plug into?

    Hey. Reinstalling dash after heater core replacement & AC evaporator replacement. I have found 2 plugs under drivers side, but can’t figure out where they attach. Using the heater core replacement how to, all the cables shown seem to be accounted for. Maybe these weren’t plugged/spares...
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    THE CHEAT WAY TO REMOVE STICKY STUFF FROM THE FRONT SEAT BACKS

    For anyone thinking about refurbishing the sticky seat back of the front seats, I found a quick and easy method. I just used a concentrated solutions of washing machine powder concentrate. I used about 4 full scoops in 300 ml of water. The more concentrated, the quicker it works. Make sure...
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    A/C EVAPORATOR REPLACEMENT

    Has anyone had the pleasure of replacing their A/C evaporator in a 4200 or Gransport? I have removed the dashboard and heater core after being advised that the A/C leak was probably from the evaporator. Having exposed the evaporator, leak testing confirmed a small leak from the lower part of...
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    A/C leak Gransport

    After having the car sit in the garage a couple of weeks, it seems the A/C isn't cooling. This became obvious quickly in the 30 C plus heat here in Brisbane. So got a mobile A/C guy out to test and he found evidence of a leak coming from the main central vent in the cabin. He says this...
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    LOW OIL PRESSURE. 2006 GRANSPORT. I THINK ENGINE NEEDS TO COME OUT.

    For quite a while now, I've been worried about low oil pressure. First noted about 2 years ago, just under 1.25 bar (about 18 psi) at hot idle. Pressure sender was a bit flaky though, so it was replaced along with oil change 1 year ago. However, the new sender showed even lower pressure at...
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    2006 Gransport gear problem

    Today, when I stopped at traffic lights, gears shifted down normally but when I stopped it started to make clunking noises. Clunking stopped when I selected N. But then I couldn't select 1st. It just started making clunk sounds again every 1 to 2 seconds, with a little jolt that I could feel...
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    GS boot not opening by key remote or glove box button

    Suddenly, my boot won't open from my key remote or the button in the glove box. The fuel filler flap button works normally. There is no click or sound when I press the boot button in the glove box. Boot opens fine using the physical key into the lock. This started after I had the boot open...
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    FM antenna amplifier with aftermarket head unit

    I've been trying to figure out just why the FM reception is so poor with an aftermarket head unit. The car is a Gransport with the integrated front windshield antenna and FM amplifier. My guess is that the antenna amplifier is powered from the antenna jack in the Becker head unit. Indeed...
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    Gransport central locking problem

    Trying to figure out what's wrong with my central locking today. When I tried to lock up with key remote, passenger door locks then immediately unlocks and no lock sound from driver's door, so neither door locks. I opened both doors and pressed the key remote - the passenger door started...
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    What's this box?

    Following on from my previous thread, I found this box just dangling inside the under dash carpet. The box has little rubber feet on the under side. Anyone know what this is and should it just be dangling freely like it is?
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    Wiring help needed for radio replacement. RoadAngel?

    I've decided to replace the radio. Removing the unit reveals some unexpected spaghetti - see photos. There appears to be an aftermarket device called RoadAngel installed. There is a tan wire which originates from the GSM/GPS unit plug (the one on top of the hazard button) which leads to a...
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    Bad pong in boot when exposed to rain. Ants.

    :bad_smelly::bad_smelly: For a while now, I've noticed a bad smell in the boot when the car has been out in heavy rain. No dead bodies in there recently. Up until the last week, it's been very dry here in Brisvegas, but it's happened again today after being out in a heavy downpour. I guess...
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    Radiator fans

    I have a feeling my radiator fans aren't going up to max like they used to when things get very hot. The coolant temp sensor seems to be working normally and I had a new one put in when the radiator had to be replaced. With the fans no ramping up as they should (I think), it results in the oil...
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    Gransport whine & hiss

    My GS has developed a mysterious noise. Like all these gremlins, it's a bit intermittent. It seems to only occur after cold start but not right away and it doesn't happen every time although it's becoming more frequent. After driving off about 30 m, a combination of a whine and hiss suddenly...
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    Gransport clutch howl

    Lately, I've noticed a distinct very brief howl that occurs just as the clutch engages. It only occurs when launching briskly from standstill or taking off up hill. No noise during gentle take off on the flat. No howl when changing gears. Current clutch has seen only about 12000 km (7500...
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    Gransport: Anyone know what these unconnected plugs/sockets are for?

    Just pulling out the trim from my car in an effort to eliminate various rattles; replacing all trim clips. While doing this I have found a few unconnected plugs - Just wondering if anyone knows what they are for or if they should be connected somewhere? The firs photo shows a connector in...
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    New radiator woes

    Can someone explain why there are two versions of radiator (part no. 181097) and why they have the same part number when they are totally different? My Gransport is a UK import to Australia. I sourced a new radiator because of gradually worsening coolant leak. I sourced a replacement radiator...
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    Can't hold rpm steady at 1500 to 2000 rpm - is this normal?

    Hmmm In my 06 GS, with the car stationary and in N, I've noticed that I can't hold rpm steady at 1500 to 2000 rpm or thereabouts. Periodically, every say 5 seconds, rpm will drop by as 200 to 500 rpm for a few seconds and then it bounces back up again. The higher the rpm, the steadier it...
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    EVAP related hesitations Gransport

    I have experienced annoying minor hesitations for a long time, along with excessively negative long-term fuel trims indicating a response to running rich. The hesitations typically occur soon after start up, only at relatively low rpm 2000-3000, and light engine load. Worse after being parked...
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    Gransport Charcoal filter replacement?

    My Gransport is 2006 and hasn't ever had the charcoal filter replaced and I know that most opinions is that it is an item that doesn't really wear out but I'm just wondering whether some symptoms I'm experiencing could indicate that it should be done. The clues are strong fuel vapour smell on...