[banda]

If its a faulty wiring issue on the passenger side it needs to be diagnosed first by an autoelectrician

 

[William1234]

So the replacement switch does not work at all..when you checked the old switch was there current on both input and exit terminals ?
it's difficult to say but this electrical issue has to be seen by a garage AUTOELECTRICIAN

I haven't checked the the current. But i believe i definitely need to visit the garage.

 

[banda]

Yes that's the way forward. maybe you can put this down to a learning experience. we have all gone through similar situations.
give it to a garage once you have exhausted all possible options

 

[William1234]

Yes that's the way forward. maybe you can put this down to a learning experience. we have all gone through similar situations.
give it to a garage once you have exhausted all possible options

How expensive are garages ? How much I should prepare to pay for checking the car and fixing the issues .

 

[banda]

i pay £60 an hour for labour in london

 

[William1234]

i pay £60 an hour for labour in london

Should I pay to check the car as well ?

 

[banda]

do you mean just for inspection of the car ?yes ,you will have to pay for that.
if it's a category S car better to have it checked out

 

[William1234]

do you mean just for inspection of the car ?yes ,you will have to pay for that.
if it's a category S car better to have it checked out

Thanks. That will cost a lot of money.

 

[banda]

do you know what sort of accident caused it to be categorized as S

 

[William1234]

do you know what sort of accident caused it to be categorized as S

Crash? I'm feeling a bit upset that i bought this car. But for some reason. That was the only car with low insurance quotation.

 

[banda]

if the car is roadworthy as it is now do not feel worried .They will check it out at the next MOT.What you can do is to a DIY check of the suspension , breaks and fluid levels.
once you sort out the boot lid it should be ok for now.The passenger window can be operated anyway from the switch on that side.

 

[William1234]

if the car is roadworthy as it is now do not feel worried .They will check it out at the next MOT.What you can do is to a DIY check of the suspension , breaks and fluid levels.
once you sort out the boot lid it should be ok for now.The passenger window can be operated anyway from the switch on that side.

I also noticed yesterday when driving a weird noise when braking. 🤔.

 

[banda]

it might be something simple like worn brake pads or discs causing the noise. How is the steering and car does not veer to a side when driving.
check the brake pads /discs after removing tyres. These cars have rear brake drums.

 

[banda]

These are checks you have to do when buying a second hand car anyway

 

[William1234]

it might be something simple like worn brake pads or discs causing the noise. How is the steering and car does not veer to a side when driving.
check the brake pads /discs after removing tyres. These cars have rear brake drums.

All fine, doesn't pull to one side. And the. Steering wheel works fine as well.

 

[banda]

ok.Then wait for MOT to get it checked anyway.i think a brake check is important before that

 

[William1234]

ok.Then wait for MOT to get it checked anyway.i think a brake check is important before that

Probably might visit garage for a full check. Expecting the boot switch tomorrow. Sad that i couldn't fix the window switch.

 

[banda]

yes good idea

 

[William1234]

yes good idea

I'll keep posted regarding the switch.

In general, Corsa, are good cars to buy?

 

[banda]

yes excellent for town running.my daughter has had a corsa 2009 for 4 yrs without any major issues i bought it when mileage was 102000 miles.
so it's given good service for 4 yrs