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  Do I need to keep this level of oil changes up? 23 Oct 2012 (Ask HJ)
  We have a Corolla and a Jimny both bought new and now 8 years old. They do 6000 miles each p.a. I change the oil twice a year on both with Total 5w/30...
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  Oil change in a Qashqai? 23 Oct 2015 (Ask HJ)
  I own a new Nissan Qashqai 1.2, bought last year in Dec 2014. Yesterday, I took the car to the official Nissan service to get the first year official service...
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  When to change oil on a 1 Series? 25 Jun 2013 (Ask HJ)
  What is the sensible oil change milage for a 2009 BMW 120D and what is correct volume and grade of oil to use in a complete change. The garage I use seems...
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  Has Volkswagen changed the oil used in DSG gearboxes? 10 Mar 2019 (Ask HJ)
  Is that true that Volkswagen has changed the DSG oil to mineral to prevent problems with the DSG gearbox? How can you be sure that will be used in an oil...
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  Mitsubishi ASX - when should I change the oil? 30 Mar 2014 (Ask HJ)
  Would you recommend a mid-service mileage oil and filter change for the Mitsubishi ASX diesel engine at 4500 miles?
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  When should I change my oil? 30 Nov 2011 (Ask HJ)
  What is best mileage for a diesel Yaris to change its oil? I normally do it after 5000 miles? What you think?
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  Automatic gearbox oil change 2 Aug 2015 (Ask HJ)
  Is changing the transmission oil on this vehicle a DIY job?
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  When should an oil and filter change take place? 1 Dec 2021 (Ask HJ)
  I took my wife's car in for an MoT recently and asked them to change the oil and filter. It usually only does short runs of about five miles. The service...
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  I changed the oil in my Ford Fiesta - why won't the turbo work now? 17 Aug 2017 (Ask HJ)
  I changed the oil and filter on my 2012 Ford Fiesta. Now the engine fault light is on and the turbo isn't working.
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  When it the best time to perform an oil change? 1 Jul 2014 (Ask HJ)
  You say that oil should be changed once per year or at 10,000 miles. Is it better to be changed before the winter in, say, October/November or in the...
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  Should I have to top up my BMW 3 Series' oil? 28 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
  My BMW 2010 318i's engine oil light came on, so I topped it up. Is it normal to top up engine oil?
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  My oil smells of petrol 21 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I have just noticed that I can smell petrol from the oil filler cap and dip stick. The car is running perfectly and mpg and temps seem fine. Am I worrying...
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  How much should a gearbox oil change cost? 13 Aug 2014 (Ask HJ)
  How much should a seven-speed auto gearbox oil and filter change cost on a Mercedes-Benz C250 Blue Efficiency Sport (pre-2011)?
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  Why are service intervals in the US generally shorter than in UK? 4 Nov 2017 (Ask HJ)
  Why are service intervals in the US generally shorter for the same car than in UK and Europe?
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  How often should I change the oil in my new car? 20 Oct 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I will be getting a brand new car in December. With all my previous cars I have changed the oil and filter every six months (annual mileage 8K). Should...
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  Why does my Mazda 6 need an oil change after 7000 miles? 20 May 2016 (Ask HJ)
  The oil change service indicator on my Mazda 6 2.2 diesel has come on. The car is just under seven months old and has 6300 miles on the clock. Would you...
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  Audi oil change - why is it so expensive? 3 Jun 2014 (Ask HJ)
  My Audi A5 is due an oil change. My local dealer usually uses 6.5 litres of high performance oil (Shell Helix Ultra Extra 5W 30) at a cost of £115, plus...
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  Should my new oil be dark? 8 Mar 2013 (Ask HJ)
  When oil is supposed to be changed at a routine service on a diesel car, what colour should it be on checking the dipstick, bearing in mind it is supposed...
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  Kia service doesn't include oil/filter change - should I get it done anyway? 25 Sep 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I have recently had the first service on my 2012 Kia Cee'd SW (1.6 diesel, manual gearbox). I was very surprised to note that this service did not include...
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  When should I change the oil in my Hyundai Santa Fe? 6 Nov 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I bought a new Hyundai Santa Fe last March. Should I have the oil changed next March or at 10,000 miles or wait for the 20,000 mile service, possibly the...