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12-08-2019, 01:24 AMbuttons replied to a thread Remove Gearbox, how did you support the engine? in Engine, Drive Train & TransmissionDont be daunted Get constructive with a few bits of wood and a ratchet strap. Or a jack from underneath.2 replies | 115 view(s)
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12-08-2019, 01:12 AMsecond that. Its a 32.5 replies | 136 view(s)
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10-08-2019, 12:52 AMFirstly never buy fluids from Opel, vastly overpriced even with their service club crap. Is this the bit you want...11 replies | 265 view(s)
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10-08-2019, 12:13 AMbuttons replied to a thread Automatic Gearbox (AF40) problem on 2011 sri 160hp 108k miles - gutted! in How2s, FAQ's, Guides and Helpful ThingsSounds like solenoid valves which I'd say is simpler to fix with full recon gearbox rather than new valve assembly.8 replies | 160 view(s)
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10-08-2019, 12:02 AMbuttons replied to a thread 67 plate insignia vrx DPF problems advice needed!! in Forum News & UpdatesSorry with the late reply and you might be sorted. With my current BiTurbo, wifes 2.0 163, previous 2.0 160 I never had any issue to date with the...5 replies | 401 view(s)
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09-08-2019, 11:03 PMThe issue arises when the DPF regeneration is not completed repeatedly due to stop/start driving or short journeys no matter what else you do. Not...14 replies | 337 view(s)
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09-08-2019, 10:44 PMBoy am I glad to hear that it will do one that often. I thought mine doing one every 900km (550miles) was too often. I do 45k kms (28k miles) a year...14 replies | 337 view(s)
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09-08-2019, 10:31 PMAs far as I remember the drive shaft on the Biturbo is only shared with the 2.8t, so they are hard to come by second hand - in IRL anyway where you...6 replies | 140 view(s)
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05-08-2019, 12:13 AMYes if your splitting the gearbox replace all the components, purely down to labour inputs.6 replies | 184 view(s)
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04-08-2019, 11:47 PMbuttons replied to a thread Identifying Which Models Have the Dreaded M32 Gearbox in Engine, Drive Train & TransmissionTake a pic of the vin on the windscreen and just use one of the many free vin decoder websites to check out any possible buys.18 replies | 406 view(s)
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04-08-2019, 02:10 AMA correctly functioning DPF will capture 99% of particulates. My last test on my '12 Biturbo with a limit of 1.5ppm was 0.02ppm on mileage of 160k...15 replies | 464 view(s)
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02-08-2019, 11:47 PMIf its the A20DTH then its the same.29 replies | 1061 view(s)
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28-07-2019, 11:57 PMI do 45k kms a year and get one every 800-900kms6 replies | 307 view(s)
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28-07-2019, 11:34 PMYup did that, didnt fix the problem, so claimed the cost of the ecu of Opel. Got a refund. The origional ECU from a '09 160 elite sports tourer is...30 replies | 972 view(s)
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28-07-2019, 11:14 PMbuttons replied to a thread Question for Insignia hatch and saloon owners that tow caravans in General Chatbuy a landrover defender, and tow 3.5t. That way you can put them all in the caravan and drive in peace.28 replies | 2927 view(s)
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28-07-2019, 10:33 PM24437789 https://vauxhall.7zap.com/en/car/g09/c/16/1-0/12 replies | 433 view(s)
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28-07-2019, 10:17 PMThe B20DTH diesels are of a completely different design at the suction pipe/oil pump. Cant imagine facelift models are affected as the parts are...29 replies | 1061 view(s)
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28-07-2019, 12:48 AMTrue but not limited to either. The problem is as likely a design flaw, or a programming weakness. Both of which have been acknowledged and addressed...2 replies | 187 view(s)
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28-07-2019, 12:19 AMCall me stupid but failure of the 'smoke test' means the DPF is either not present or working as designed. Not present would be the assumption as not...15 replies | 464 view(s)
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25-07-2019, 12:43 AMbuttons replied to a thread Flexride brand new Schock Absorber now new Problem!! in Wheels, Tyres & SuspensionI replaced all 4 a year ago because I could not live without. With 20" flexride its needed full time. On tour on motorways its a dream, on sport on...35 replies | 1012 view(s)
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24-07-2019, 10:58 PMbuttons replied to a thread Insignia Tourer 2011 160BHP Problem Crank Shaft, loss Power, Instant Cut Out in General ChatThe Low Oil Pressure warnings are the Warning your engine is about to die. Cam belt change has nothing to do with the problem. A £2 seal on the oil...6 replies | 238 view(s)
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12-07-2019, 10:55 PMOr the bearings, damaged by the lack of oil from the failed seal are now pissing so much oil, oil pressure cannot be maintained. Remember the...64 replies | 2343 view(s)
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16-06-2019, 10:40 PMId agree with you, chances are the block is the same. It would appear for all 2 litre diesels the stripped block is the same. The only difference I...3 replies | 329 view(s)
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15-06-2019, 01:38 AMI have aA20DTR and best I know, and I have a fair bit of data built up, the block is essentially the same with the only exception being the low...3 replies | 329 view(s)
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15-06-2019, 12:45 AMYour doing well and long may it continue. 2012 Biturbo Manual 302000kms 188000miles. 4 flexride shocks (changed all 4 after 1 rear leaked),...48 replies | 2799 view(s)
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15-06-2019, 12:18 AMChrist on a bike change it now. The engine will seize without warning. That's the classic symptom, on start up in cold weather with the oil cold and...13 replies | 703 view(s)
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26-05-2019, 11:56 PMYup it may be the software on mine. The override via the stalk just makes it worse. If you manually intervene whilst driving its a pain to avoid...11 replies | 611 view(s)
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26-05-2019, 11:26 PMJust passed this milestone yesterday on my Biturbo SRI. Who said a Sigi is not capable of high miles. Nearside bushes the only sign of mileage....3 replies | 283 view(s)
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26-05-2019, 11:09 PMIn my opinion, on a '12 Biturbo SRI its the most poorly developed and possibly stupid piece of technology installed in an insignia. Certainly the...11 replies | 611 view(s)
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10-03-2019, 09:56 PMbuttons replied to a thread best tyres for low road noise and rim protection for grand sport 18in wheels in Wheels, Tyres & SuspensionIve only one left which I use as a spare. Wish I had 4. Well jealous with 8.10 replies | 797 view(s)
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- Biography:
- Forest Inspector. Wife, 1 Kids, 3
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- Galway, Ireland
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- July 2012 Vauxhall BiTurbo Import from UK
- Occupation:
- Forest Inspector
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13-08-2019
- 05:16 PM - crunch81 clicked Thanks for this post: Driving Shaft Nut 32 or 34? by buttonssecond that. Its a 32.
05-08-2019
- 12:43 AM - buttons clicked Likes for this post: Low oil pressure insignia, IV now got a vectra by Baz 160 navOk so yesterday...
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- 11:59 PM - buttons clicked Likes for this post: knock knock... by Bonobomonkey182118221823
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- 01:36 PM - Dave71 clicked Thanks for this post: Oil Pick up Seal, Evolution. by buttonsIf its the A20DTH then...
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- 10:51 PM - the gas man clicked Thanks for this post: Part Number by buttons24437789...
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- 11:21 AM - Dave1419 clicked Likes for this post: Insignia Tourer 2011 160BHP Problem Crank Shaft, loss Power, Instant Cut Out by buttonsThe Low Oil Pressure...
15-07-2018
- 08:19 AM - RBH mentioned buttons in post Dual exhaust...WYAAOSwduNZ1hzr As buttons said, my exhaust guy...
29-06-2018
- 09:41 PM - markinuckfield mentioned buttons in post Spent a lot of money and waited a week for this order from GermanyHey buttons that’s very smashed,...
23-02-2018
- 12:27 PM - 2000rpm mentioned buttons in post Insignia Sri nav 4x4 turbo...ne (might have been buttons) had a fault with th...
07-12-2017
- 10:46 PM - buttons mentioned Neal_1974 in post POTM November voting (closed) Congratulations Neal!Well done Neal_1974
12-11-2017
- 05:50 AM - crunch81 mentioned buttons in post Right Torque SpecsHowy, Thanks mate! buttons, I have replaced two...
10-08-2019
- 07:36 AM - pdoey quoted buttons in post Automatic Gearbox (AF40) problem on 2011 sri 160hp 108k miles - gutted!...e assembly. Thanks Buttons - would that cause ...
- 12:02 AM - buttons quoted Blocker 77 in post 67 plate insignia vrx DPF problems advice needed!!New to the forum and have an is...
09-08-2019
- 11:03 PM - buttons quoted lizzard-t in post Keep DPF clearThere's nothing really wrong w...
- 10:44 PM - buttons quoted MattG in post Keep DPF clearWell it is said you get pr...
05-08-2019
- 07:49 AM - puppet quoted buttons in post Identifying Which Models Have the Dreaded M32 GearboxTake a pic of the vin on the...
- 12:13 AM - buttons quoted rogerdygas@hotmail.com in post A20nht clutch and DMF replacementSo would it be ordinary to replace this dur...
04-08-2019
30-07-2019
- 08:07 PM - Dave71 quoted buttons in post Oil Pick up Seal, Evolution.The B20DTH diesels are of a ...
28-07-2019
- 11:47 PM - Dave71 quoted buttons in post Question for Insignia hatch and saloon owners that tow caravans...ve in peace. Sorry buttons you've lost me#confu...
- 11:34 PM - buttons quoted Bigwebby in post Hi all. My 2015 2.0cdi keeps cutting out???Has anyone had to change the ...
- 10:17 PM - buttons quoted a602820922 in post Oil Pick up Seal, Evolution.Well, it happens more often on ...
- 12:48 AM - buttons quoted exclusiv. in post Particle filterblocked particulate filter = t...
24-07-2019
- 11:14 PM - peter.carroll quoted buttons in post A shame to see a good car to go for £400The Low Oil Pressure warning...
16-06-2019
- 10:40 PM - buttons quoted bullet291064 in post A20dth or a20dtr block only?thank you buttons appreciated for...
15-06-2019
- 07:16 AM - Plym Ian quoted buttons in post Oil pick up sealChrist on a bike change it n...
- 12:45 AM - buttons quoted Ernst in post How many miles has your Insignia doneI though it might be nice ...
- 12:18 AM - buttons quoted Plym Ian in post Oil pick up sealMine only comes on when it...
10-03-2019
- 09:56 PM - buttons quoted MattG in post best tyres for low road noise and rim protection for grand sport 18in wheelsDave rockafella Exclusiv h...
08-03-2019
- 11:58 PM - exclusiv. quoted buttons in post best tyres for low road noise and rim protection for grand sport 18in wheelsAnd probably one of, if not ...
- 11:51 PM - buttons quoted exclusiv. in post best tyres for low road noise and rim protection for grand sport 18in wheelsDunlop sp sport max are one of...
