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  • Is fuel from Shell and BP better quality? 30 Mar 2022 (Ask HJ)
    I normally buy from Shell regular unleaded. Is there a difference in quality from companies like Shell and BP compared to supermarket fuel?
  • Rover 620 gsi 1993 - Turns over but no start, 12 Jan 2018 (Forum)
    Hello,    I recently have been having problems with a rover 620 which has been left in the garage for a while. The car turns over but will not start, if fuel is sprayed into air intake it runs on this but not on its own fuel. I have checked pulse singlans on injectors
  • Renault Scenic injector problems 5 Mar 2015 (Ask HJ)
    When I try to start my 2005 Renault Scenic I hear some strange clicks and then nothing happens. The display says 'injector fail', any idea what the fault...
  • Should I use diesel fuel that has been stored for four years? 24 Dec 2010 (Ask HJ)
    I always keep a couple of gallons of diesel as a stand by, but have not used it for about four years. Can I use it now or is there a limited time before...
  • Honda Accord Tourer (2003 - 2008) - 2005 2.2 Fuel Problems 5 Feb 2009 (Forum)
    My 2.2 Diesel Accord has been a right pain, having suffered from Engine management problems for the last year, especially when cold. Earlier this month I had the fuel filter replaced, and everything seemed OK again, however a couple of days ago, the same problem occured, engine management light
  • 2000 ford mondeo 2.o petrol - ford mondeo 2.o 2000 in tank fuel pump 20 Dec 2012 (Forum)
    how do i remove in tank fuel pump and fuel connections
  • Fuel Cleaner 18 May 2005 (Forum)
    Does this stuff (fuel cleaner & injection cleaner) actually work? The stuff you put straight into your petrol tank to clean fuel and to and to make your car run smoother etc. If its any good what one should I buy? Regards, Dave
  • My friend's fitted a fuel conversion magnet to his Nissan Micra - what do you think of them? 11 May 2010 (Ask HJ)
    I friend of mine has just had a fuel conversion magnet fitted to his 1.0-litre Nissan Micra, and says that the engine runs sweeter, the performance is...
  • Did supermarket fuel cause a blocked fuel filter in our Nissan X Trail? 28 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
    I read with interest a recent article you posted regarding supermarket fuel and thought I would share my feedback. Following your advice, after purchasing...
  • All makes - Contaminated Fuel 15 Nov 2019 (Forum)
    Rip Off Britain drew attention to the growing problem of water contamination in fuel, both petrol and diesel. Two cases were highlighted , both took place at Supermarkets but they said it could have happened elsewhere. The problem seems to be have been made worse following the introduction of bio
  • Intermittent engine fault with Peugeot 407 diesel 13 Jan 2014 (Ask HJ)
    Every few weeks my Peugeot 407 diesel splutters just as though it is starved of fuel, but when I push the engine for a few miles the problem disappears....
  • citroen c crosser - fuel pressure 4 Dec 2012 (Forum)
    Car started occasionaly juddering at 70mph 2000 revs on an incline. This week ecu light came on put car in limp home mode. Took it to garage who diagnosed fuel pressure low with their plug in device. However when checked the fuel pressure was reading ok. Took it on a run and went no problems
  • Storing five jerry cans of diesel - is it a good idea? 30 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
    I wish to store diesel fuel in five jerry cans. How long may I store modern fuels before they become contaminated or of reduced efficiency? I would also...
  • 'Super' diesel fuels - any advice on them? 11 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
    Is there much to choose between premium diesel fuels such as Shell V-Power, Total Excellium, BP Ultimate and Esso Supreme?
  • Peugeot 1.4 HDi - Fuel problems 1 Sep 2012 (Forum)
    overnight facing uphill and the car is very difficult to start. Priming puts fuel into the pipe, but it then runs back out. There is a lot of air in the fuel. Is there a none return valve in the fuel feed? Also does anyone have a diagram for the fuel system pipes as I cannot follow them
  • Which 90s Toyota? 13 Jan 2012 (Ask HJ)
    Between Carina E 1997 model and Corolla 1998 model which one is better in terms of fuel economy?
  • Rats chewing my fuel lines? 1 Jan 2012 (Ask HJ)
    I recently smelt fuel on my drive. I called my local Mercedes Dealer who sent a mechanic and diagnosed that a rat or similar creature had chewed the fuel...
  • Peugeot 407 SW Diesel (2004 - ) - Air in Fuel Filter / Diesel drains back to tank? 9 Feb 2011 (Forum)
    Hi, Stuck on this one, after leaving the above for a few hours, I find the diesel has drained back to the fuel tank. No leaks underneath either! I have to then manually prime the diesel back to the engine before it will start again. Any ideas, simular problems out
  • Peugeot 306 (1993 - 2001) - 99 1.9d How do i drain the fuel filter? 29 Jan 2010 (Forum)
    Hi i havea pug 306 diesel with a DW8 engine and lucas fuel pump. I havebought a service kit off ebay and want to swap the oil, air and fuel filter. The oil and air are easy but how do i swap the fuel filter? it's an oval size with fuel lines coming off the top, a drain at the bottom and a plastic
 

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