Can this be a problem with some belt?

After nearly three decades my family of 16 members has decided to go on a family vacation in Kerala starting 2nd July. For the same we would need to hire a 16-seater Tata Winger or Tempo Traveller from Ernakulam to Munnar. Could any of you help in reaching out to a reliable travel agency who could have such a van for hire. We also plan to spend some time at Tekkady and then Kolam--with a gap of two days betwen each destination starting Munnar. For the connecting journey as well, we would be needing the vehicle. May I therefore request you to mail me the contacts.

Just a gentle reminder to all that the good Dr. Sunil had posted a few months ago the detrimental effects of performance filters like K&N, Green Cotton, Piper Cross etc. I fully endorse his views that the additional dust that gets in past the filters and the fine oil mist that comes from thesefilters mucks up the sensors in the throttle body and then cause trouble in

the engine. If the car has a turbo, then the dust will cause havoc in the turbo, these performance filters are definitely a no-no for cars with turbochargers.

I would strongly recommend going back to good stock paper element filters at least for the dusty summer months.

Another ignorant brain here!!

Can we install this for Palio Stile 1.6 Sport? What is the use of this filters? How will it help my 1.6? What is the approx labor charge?

I agree with you, unless you are willing to clean these oil based filters every 2 months in the Indian conditions, its not worth risking your engine.

The K&N can be easily cleaned, but the charges are around 400 bucks and a days time for them to dry. If you can live with it, go for it.

I have booked Palio Stile from Concord Bangalore. Still havent received the car. I understand the car has still not been despatched.

Which dealer have you booked your palio?

I booked a 2009 MJD SDX in KHT motors on 27th of may, did you book 2009 or 2010 vehicle.

I had booked a 2010 model from Concorde, it has not been dispatched yet, guess will be getting it sometime in July only.

I have booked Stile 1.1 2009 model on 29th May. I keep following up with Concorde but dont think the vehicle has been despatched yet.

I cant understand why it is taking so much time to deliver a vehicle which is a year old.

BTW, Fortune motors powai service center has now shifted to Marwah industrial estate road. They are now closer to my office.Mr. Rajendran an ex-anuroop and well versed about Palios..

They are now in a temporary place which services Trucks and Tempos. This place is horribly crowded and frustrating to even stand out there. However the good thing is they have purchased a new plot just besides it which they plan to shift in a month probably. Sorry about the delay, was caught up in quite a few things with shifting into the apartment and completing admin formalities at the workplace.

The vote is predominantly towards Fortune Powai and I guess I will be taking the car there over the weekend. My local number is yet to be active and will share it with you in a couple of days.

The Fortune Body Shop is located at Vikroli, you need not take your vehicle to Powai, since they are cramped (short space) they will send you to Vikrolionly. You can get in touch with Mr Rajesh @ 9223320918, he is the body shop in-charge who will help you. If need be you can give my reference to him. am based in bangalore ..but took delivery of the vehicle from kannur;kerala

How is the Fuel Injector cleaned in a Palio (1.2 petrol)?

I was told, not all mechanics can clean the fuel injector and should be taken to specialized centers like Lucas for getting it cleaned.

Has anyone on Bangalore got their injectors cleaned? if Yes, then where? you could try fuel additives to clean

Urgently looking for a well used and good condition Fiat Adventure 1.6 or Palio 1.6 for sale in Bangalore. Anyone selling or who has any leads of such vehicles available for sale, plz reply asap. Thanks. You can contact Tushar , he had a friend of his who wanted to sell the 1.6 GTX of his.

Tushar is reachable on 9945116724

I'm planning to change the tyres of my Palio 1.2 elx 2002 model. Please can you suggest what would be the best choice to go for?

I heard Bridgestone 185/70 R13 will be better choice. I'm slightly concerned about changing from the stock measures. Will it be a problem if i change it.

My primary concern is ride quality and handling with not a huge impact in FE. I'll be driving my car in Chennai conditions.

Also suggest a tyre dealer in Madurai where the car is in at the moment.

I had compiled a list for myself as I didn't want to change what FIAT recommends.

In order of my preference Apollo Acelere 165/80 R 13 83H Tubeless (not sure if you get them tubeless, pls check) Goodyear GPS2 165/80 R13 tubeless (not sure if you get them tubeless, pls check) Bridgestone 165/80 R13 with tube JK Ultima XPS 165/80 R13 83T with tube CEAT 165/80 R13 Milaze with tube.

I need this information as I am hunting again for a 1.9D in Bangalore.

The fuel pump went kaput around 45k kms in my 2003 Palio 1.9D. Had to spend around 25k on repairs.

*"I came across information that the fuel pump of the 1.9D manufactured in 2003 was a problem."*

Is this information correct or do all the fuel pumps of 1.9D irrespective of year of manufacture have the same problem.Looks like the screeching bug has bitten my car too.

Day before yesterday we, Hyderabadis, had the first taste of the real monsoon. Unfortunately my car had to do the same. It is a 13 Kms drive from my office to home and it was raining relentlessly all the while. After around half hour drive in the rain, I was first unable to put the car in first gear, then there was some difficulty in shifting to 2nd too. Somehow reached home and parked for the night. Next morning onwards i am noticing this screeching noise on the startup of the car.

I have gone through the arcihve, but this seems like a different problem. First of all the screeching sound is not limited to cold startups only. I mean, it comes everytime I start the car. Second is, the noise goes away right after the car starts. So technically the sound remains for some mili seconds.

Can this be a problem with some belt? And a point to note is, the problem with shifting gears has gone away now.