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  • What's wrong with my Ford Galaxy? 24 Jan 2015 (Ask HJ)
    My 2007 Ford Galaxy 2.0 TDCI has developed a noticeable whistle from the turbo. It is not a split hose, nor is the intercooler split/holed. It has been...
  • Vauxhall insignia engine emission filter flashing light 27 Dec 2014 (Ask HJ)
    My Vauxhall Insignia emission filter light is constantly flashing. At first the light came on with 'code 55'. I researched this and did as advised by driving...
  • Why does my Renault Clio cut out when I stop at a junction? 7 Dec 2014 (Ask HJ)
    Why does my 2005 Renault Clio cut out when I stop at a junction? It only occurs just after starting and after the car has been stood over night. Once I...
  • Honda Civic: 1.8 petrol vs 1.6 diesel? 4 Dec 2014 (Ask HJ)
    Can the 1.6 diesel be driven like a normal car without causing dpf problems? How long a drive before the engine is hot enough to burn the exhaust soot?...
  • Which fuel for the new Golf? 31 Oct 2014 (Ask HJ)
    What octane petrol should a new Golf with the 1.4 turbo engine use? My previous mkV 1.6 FSI had to run on 98 after burning out a nox sensor on 95/97. Is...
  • What's the best car for the mobility impaired? 1 Sep 2014 (Ask HJ)
    We currently run BMW Tourer but my husband (non driver, 6 ft) is strugginlg with poor mobility and uses a walking frame and wheelchair. We need to change...
  • What's the law on van speed limits? 14 Aug 2014 (Ask HJ)
    My pal has a Ford Escort van and his wife runs a Fiat light van, I think it's a Doblo. One has been given the taxation class 'Private/Light Goods', the...
  • Ford Tourneo Connect - does it suffer DPF problems? 5 Aug 2014 (Ask HJ)
    I plan to buy a Ford Grand Tourneo Connect. I would choose the diesel, but am afraid of DPF problems because I only do short journeys in a city. Would...
  • Buying an old, cheap car for commuting 6 Jul 2014 (Ask HJ)
    I already have an 09 Range Rover Sport but I only do a 60 mile round trip to work every day so I'm looking for a very cheap car I can buy that would be...
  • Why is my 5 Series using so much oil? 11 Jun 2014 (Ask HJ)
    I recently purchased an extremely low mileage 2007 BMW 5 Series. What is BMW's thinking about oil usage which is between 1/2 and 1 litre per 1000 miles?...
  • Mystery petrol leak 5 Jun 2014 (Ask HJ)
    My low mileage 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK is only used in the summer and is always kept garaged. However, recently I have noticed a small petrol leak with...
  • Can you recommend a small car with good fuel economy? 24 Apr 2014 (Ask HJ)
    I am looking for a used small car that will be very cheap to run, with high mpg and a reliable (diesel preferable) engine. I do about 13,000 miles per...
  • Clutch judder on Golf - what's the fault? 23 Mar 2014 (Ask HJ)
    Very occasionally I experience severe clutch judder in my 2005 Volkswagen Golf when pulling away in 1st gear, generally after stop/start driving in heavy...
  • Will a stop/start system wear out the starter motor? 17 Mar 2014 (Ask HJ)
    I have just bought a Ford Fiesta Zetec with a 1.0 petrol engine and 80PS. I am really happy with the car, but am concerned that the stop/start system will...
  • Replacing a 2.0 TDCI Titanium Mondeo 3 Mar 2014 (Ask HJ)
    I am looking to replace a 2.0 TDCI Ford Mondeo. I drive approx 14,000 miles a year. Mainly the 20 mile run to work on a dual carriageway. I have a flexible...
  • Buying a used executive car - what's best? 20 Feb 2014 (Ask HJ)
    I am a weekend commuter and cover around 700 miles a week. I have a number of old back injuries and comfort is a priority for me. I don't have a huge budget,...
  • Vauxhall Corsa warning light - what should I do? 2 Feb 2014 (Ask HJ)
    My Vauxhall Corsa's power steering light comes on when putting the key in the ignition, but as soon as cranked over it goes off. The car runs fine and...
  • Windscreen wipers are stuck - how can I fix? 26 Jan 2014 (Ask HJ)
    The windscreen wipers on my SEAT Alhambra have got stuck. I can hear the motor running with a slipping sound but the wiper blades don’t move. I've also...
  • Where can I sell this 1980 Mercedes-Benz 280TE? 26 Oct 2013 (Ask HJ)
    I have been asked to dispose of a 1980 Mercedes-Benz 280TE auto estate in white, which has been stored for many years un-run (it was bought new by my now...
  • Ford C-Max - Should I get an EcoBoost? 11 Oct 2013 (Ask HJ)
    I'm looking at replacing my Ford C-Max with the newer version. My mileage is around 10,000 a year and I’m not looking for high performance - reliability...
 

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