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  Starting problems with a Rover 214 30 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I have a Rover 214 SEI which won't start. It pours petrol into bores on cranking, causing the plugs to foul.
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  Considering buying a Mercedes-Benz SL 10 Oct 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I am considering buyind a Mercedes Benz SL 350/500 from 2002-2006. I recall from your column that there were lots of problems with Mercedes engines...
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  Driving over the Alps - how to prepare? 10 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
  My car is in VGC but which mechanical/coolant/electricals should I have checked prior to crossing the Alps? The brakes are my number one task. Any advice...
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  Hyundai Getz vibration on acceleration 12 Dec 2011 (Ask HJ)
  The wife's Getz has a funny vibration which is felt through the pedal and steering when accelerating. Usually comes on around 2000 revs. It's a light vibration...
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  Hot topic 10 May 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I have a Fiesta 1.25 V reg and the heaters will not turn off. I've changed the heater valve and flushed and renewed the coolant but this seems to have...
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  Why is my Volkswagen Golf III overheating? 2 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I have a problem were my Volkswagen Golf III TDI is overheating. It seems to use a lot of water. I have checked both radiator hoses, and both are hot when...
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  What's causing my Mercedes-Benz CLK's gearbox to stick in lower ratios? 7 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I have run a 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK Cab from new (it's now at 98,000 miles) and I recently had the autobox circuit board replaced by a good specialist...
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  My Vauxhall Corsa has blown oil all over the engine - what's caused this? 19 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
  My oil light came on in my 2002 Vauxhall Corsa 2002 yesterday. When I pulled over to check the oil the whole of the underside of the bonnet and engine...
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  Simmer down under 23 Jan 2010 (Ask HJ)
  When I was in Australia I borrowed a turbo-diesel people carrier. This had a device that could be set, if I remember correctly, to run the engine for 10-30...
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  Air in cooling system - what's the solution? 12 Jun 2015 (Ask HJ)
  Every time I start my Mondeo 2.2 TDCi air bubbles can be seen in the expansion bottle (It is air there are no hydrocarbons present as the garage as tested...
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  A replacement part has damaged my engine 2 Feb 2013 (Ask HJ)
  GSF car spares supplied me with a replacement expansion tank for my car, and also a screw cap to go with it and some anti-freeze. This was done by me checking...
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  Can you help with running problems in my Ford Puma? 19 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I'm after information regarding my 1.7 VCT Ford Puma. I have had bad running issues for some time now. Basically, when I start the car from cold the engine...
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  Radiating badwill 9 Jan 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I recently bought a car from a car dealer some distance from home. Before leaving the car lot I pointed out that the coolant level was way below the minimum...
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  Not what it steamed 25 Apr 2009 (Ask HJ)
  I bought a 48k mile 2002 FIAT Punto from a second-hand dealer two weeks ago for £2,200. I also bought 3-month warranty. After one week I needed to put...
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  Why is there a puddle under my car? 23 Aug 2021 (Ask HJ)
  When I start my SEAT Ibiza I see a small amount of water as I reverse for maybe two or three meters. Upon returning I can again see a puddle of water....
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  What should I do if I leave my car parked up for several months over the winter? 18 Dec 2018 (Ask HJ)
  I go away for a couple of months around Christmas time and will be leaving my 2013 Volkswagen Golf on the driveway. Is it good practice to disconnect the...
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  Why is my Renault Clio stuttering through low gear changes? 4 Jul 2017 (Ask HJ)
  My 2006 Renault Clio seems to have developed an intermittent fault. It's ticking over slightly high when in idle and the temperature gauge drops to zero....
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  Burbling from cooling system 21 Mar 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I have just bought a 2007 Jaguar S-Type diesel and noticed a burbling sound from the cooling system. It usually lasts a couple of minutes then stops. The...
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  Vauxhall Vivaro poor cold star 24 Sep 2015 (Ask HJ)
  I have a Vauxhall Vivaro and it takes a good 10 seconds to start in morning but once started it starts fine. I also find it bit slow until 2000 revs ....
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  Recommissioned engine - what does it exactly mean? 6 Sep 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I am considering buying a classic Alfa Romeo Spider, which has been standing for several years. The seller claims the engine has been "recommissioned"....