Full Service On My Vauxhall Corsa 1.3CDTI

[@GeorgeAusters]

Here is where I buy ALL of my car parts from.. The cheapest place online! LINK: bit.ly/2swCcMz

[@ChrisPatrick-q6k]

The 1.3's a little gem, the 1.7's a fast rough nut.

[@ursuss100]

1.3 are very good and economic in terms of fuel consumption, however they need cautious and regular service to stay reliable as some parts can be fragile...some 1.3s do have injection or even worse, timing chain issues among others... My dad used to have an SUV with the 1.7 in it and I called it a fat old bird because it always felt underpowered lmao xD

[@ursuss100]

I've just done a full service on my 1.3 as well (on a Corsa D though, but everything except the fuel filter is basically the same). Mine was feeling a bit sluggish/lacking power when throttling back up from a standstill, particularly when the AC was on, to the point that it sometimes stalled. After I replaced the fuel filter (which wasn't done the previous service as it had not reached the mileage interval yet, but had since exceeded it a little), it immediately ran noticeably better... So probably my old filter had gone bad, which wouldn't have been surprising. :)

[@Dreatnought1966]

There is a trick for opening the diesel filter housing if you don't have any tools for it. Take an old leather belt (it's best to steal one from your wife, he he he), put it around, twist the ends tightly, put a metal rod in the twisted end of the belt, It works, it also works with an oil filter, best regards from Germany

[@Seanie37]

Another awesome video George, how did you learn so much about cars and taking them apart? Do you ever start taking a car apart then think to yourself what the hell have I got myself into? Keep up the good work thanks for uploading videos for us to watch

[@GeorgeAusters]

Lol sometimes yes! I’ve learned most of what I know from my dad and watching KZbin videos pretty much 👍🏻

[@Seanie37]

@@GeorgeAusters I can imagine, I would be a nervous wreck I'd I was taking all them pipes off 😂 that's why your videos are a great upload because your teaching people how to do it and to be honest you don't make it look hard whereas some people make it look like you need an engineering degree haha

[@GeorgeAusters]

Hahaha it’s annoying when you break things but you’re not gonna know unless you try

[@applesthompson863]

Hi i got combo tour 2008 1.3 cdti i see there s 2 diffrent oil filters what one does my 1 use 100mm high or 83mm high

[@owen8538]

What is mileage on car now has it been reliable just wondering I got same engine in combo

[@garywinterbottom6073]

I have a Suzuki swift with same engine it's a fiat unit known as the multi jet a generic engine put in a few different manufacturers small cars.

[@GeorgeAusters]

Yep Z13DT 👍🏻

[@tbip2001]

Hiya mate, I'm thinking of getting one of these and getting rid of my v6 merc ml. I only do 50 miles week in short 4 mile journeys. Do you think this engine will be ok with such short journeys? I'm thinking in terms of egr and dfp problems. Or should I be looking at a petrol vehicle? Cheers

[@doublemarginsnaresy4160]

Great video,can i ask what the procedure is after changing the diesel filter before starting the engine,is it just a case of turning the ignition on and off a few times so that the pump can fill up the new filter?

[@GeorgeAusters]

That is correct :)

[@505allan]

I’ve just changed my fuel filter. You can actually hear the pump filling up the filter housing when you turn the ignition on. Then it’ll probably start straight up.

[@Adz_Win]

Hey are these reliable?? I need a car for a daily minimum 800miles a week. What should i look for when buying?? Are these problem free in this day and age?? Please advise highly appreciated

[@GeorgeAusters]

Very good if you look after them. Watch my other videos on this car.

[@adamslastan2693]

Hello, where would you apply wynns egr cleaner to make it as effective as possible if I don't want to remove the EGR? Which air hose would you disconnect?

[@ADfamily2009]

Can you let me know what the year of this Corsa? Thank you

[@GeorgeAusters]

2006

[@raysentana991]

Any idea where the oil pressure sensor switch is on this car?

[@GeorgeAusters]

Leave a comment if there are any other videos you'd like me to make!

[@TheDeanosingh]

still got the car then pal. i sold you this few years back lol

[@me2tez230]

Very helpful video George, thanks fella

[@GeorgeAusters]

No prob mate. Glad to help!

[@KasimA5016]

How many times a year is it recommend to change oil on car? Am I delivery driver and Iv got the corsa sting, by watching some of your videos id rather do it my self than take it to a garage

[@GeorgeAusters]

I’d recommend every 5-6k miles or 1-2 times per year if you want your engine to last

[@problemslayer3538]

How did you find this engine during ownership ? I'm looking at a 2012 chevrolet aveo which has the same engine

[@GeorgeAusters]

Very good engine if maintained well with regular oil changes and fuel filter changes👍🏻

[@problemslayer3538]

@@GeorgeAusters thanks George. Every 6k would you say ?

[@GeorgeAusters]

@@problemslayer3538 Yes spot on

[@-UmarKhan]

Hi did.you have a metal spring on your oil filter cap

[@chrisboon6175]

Do you need to prime the fuel filter??

[@GeorgeAusters]

It's best to but not essential

[@airsoftladcardiff565]

What tool is it to take the sump plug out? Got a 2007 1.3cdti corsa d and was wondering. Guessing it’s a T somthing

[@GeorgeAusters]

T45 AKA Torx 45 mate

[@sumanustelefonas1998]

Hey man, where can I find an engine number? Thx

[@owenthomas6731]

I wonder if this cars still going

[@GeorgeAusters]

Should be, was sold earlier this year👍🏻

[@maxnicklen1077]

how often should o chain the cambelt on my vauxhall corsa 1.4 diesal?

[@GeorgeAusters]

Does it have a belt or a chain? Cambelts should be replaced every 70,000 miles or 10 years

[@robertpaulson9866]

Just bought a 2008 73k. Yep hear a squeaky cam belt. Knew a guy who just threw water on them but i will add belt to the to do list. Guessing t belt aux belts could do with a go over.

[@garywinterbottom6073]

1.3 cdti has timing chain not belt if a squeak it's the auxiliary belt which is self adjustment so try replacing that.

[@RedZu1]

decent vid. alot of ads tho

[@GeorgeAusters]

Thanks mate. Yes I’ve had to include more ads as KZbin revenue has plummeted unfortunately 😢

[@Kofi_Mensahs_BurnerAccount]

Dude that's a lot of servicing for a Corsa C. I just change air and oil filters and change oil. Can't really be bothered to put that much effort in for a Cat S Corsa C that isn't really worth more than £300.

[@GeorgeAusters]

That’s fine if you don’t want to man. I do it because I need my car to be reliable and last. I also enjoy working on cars.

[@Kofi_Mensahs_BurnerAccount]

@@GeorgeAusters I would make the effort if it was something a bit more upmarket like a Golf or an A3. For those I'd take out a day to do everything because I know those will give me top performance, reliability, fuel econ etc. In a Corsa that was in an accident and that has an engine with an over revving issue, yeah I'm OK.

[@GeorgeAusters]

@@Kofi_Mensahs_BurnerAccount Depends how much the car means to you... Like I said I need this to be reliable as I need it on the road every single day of the year