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  Left-foot braking 17 Jan 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I have read many times in your Saturday column about left-foot braking with automatics. As you suggested, I tried it on a quiet road and I'm glad I...
• Leaky front brake problem - Ford Fiesta 19 Oct 2006 (Forum)
  I had my front brake pads and disks replaced by a well known chain in the last month. I have since noticed a light 'clunk' from the front when I even lightly touched my brake pedal and mentioned it to them when I had the back brakes done last week. The manager pointed out worn front bushes (which
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  How can I get my imported car through the emissions and brake efficiency tests? 11 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I have imported my car from the Middle East to the UK, and it has had to go for the IVA test for type approval. Among the other things that it failed on...
• Jaguar XF 3.0D S 275 bhp - Confirming the Correct Discs, Pads and Wear Sensor 13 Aug 2023 (Forum)
  .B556.11 Brake Disc :   https://www.autodoc.co.uk/brembo/8714174?search=BREMBO%20Brake%20Disc%20(09.B556.11)   Rear Discs: BREMBO COATED DISC LINE 09.B312.11 Brake Disc :   https://www.autodoc.co.uk/brembo/7611786   Front Brake
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  Do you recommend disengaging the electronic handbrake to prevent brakes locking? 6 May 2020 (Ask HJ)
  I read that it's advisable to disengage electronic handbrakes, on those cars having them, to prevent possible locking of brakes - especially where some...
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  Dual clutch autos 16 Apr 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I have heard of problems with VW's DSG transmissions - hesitating when pulling onto roundabouts or at junctions, apart from more fundamental problems....
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  Is it worth fixing my Ford Ka? 29 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
  Can I get some advice on some MoT advisories on my Ford Ka - how much will they cost and do they desperately need doing? 001 front brake disc worn 002...
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  What could have caused the ABS to fail on my wife's Skoda Fabia? 28 Jan 2012 (Ask HJ)
  My wife has a Skoda Fabia 1.2. Yesterday on a downhill slope she braked hard and it seems as though the ABS did not operate and she had to pull on the...
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  Any ideas what's causing a 'clunking' noise from my Volkswagen Passat's front brakes? 1 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I have just changed the front disks and pads on a 2002 Volkswagen 2.0-litre petrol Passat. All the bolts and guide pins on the caliper and clamp are tight...
• Ford Mondeo III (2000 - 2007) - 05 2.0 brake problems 26 Nov 2009 (Forum)
  Not posted for long, long while, but infuriating problem with what would appear to be the brakes on my very late 55 plate (i.e., 06 model year) Mondeo TDCi hatch leaves me hoping someone in the backroom might have an answer. The car goes to my local spannerman for servicing and had new rear pads
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  Redisculous 30 May 2009 (Ask HJ)
  At 4,800 miles and one year my X-Trail required new discs and pads on the front. The technician who diagnosed the fault said that I had not really used...
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  PP should try driving an Alfa Romeo Giulia. If the electronic hand brake is applied in neutral and the foot brake released, the engine will restart.
• Saab - Halfords own brake discs HBD316 - for which car??? 5 Jul 2012 (Forum)
  
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  Why does the Ford Fiesta have sensitive brakes? 27 Sep 2020 (Ask HJ)
  I recently bought a 2011 Ford Fiesta 1.25 petrol and it has pretty sensitive brakes - they suddenly grab and it's hard to avoid stopping far more quickly...
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  When should I change my brake pads? 14 Oct 2019 (Ask HJ)
  I’ve just had my BMW X6 serviced. They stated that my four brake pads are between 5.6 mm and 9mm and that BMW recommends changing them at 5mm. What is...
• Kia Rio 2 - Kia Rio 2 brakes sticking 19 Jan 2023 (Forum)
  My friend has a 13 plate Kia Rio 2. No sooner has he paid for the back passenger side brake to be sorted then within a couple of weeks it's sticking again. Any advice would be appreciated as it is a very costly exercise.
• Hyundai i10 2011 1.2 - rear highline brakes 21 Feb 2020 (Forum)
  rear highline brake lights not working. both side lights ok, checked all bulbs &connections.       footbrake switch good, all other lights & electrics working fine. suggested the ECU or BCM     module reset. how would that effect just some of the lights?
• Mercedes - Brake caliper Identification 24 Oct 2017 (Forum)
  Hi,   Is it possible to identify some brake calipers from a manufacturers reference number only? I think they are Merc van with twin fluid pipe input.   If so, the ref Numbers are 40444135 & 40444136 Can you tell me what they are and indeed
• Landrover Freelander - Landrover Freelander 2007 Rear brake calliper 12 Jul 2017 (Forum)
  Hi  I am wanting to replace the rear brake pads on my 2007 Landrover Freelander. My question is Do I need a special winding back tool or can I use a g-clamp to take the piston back? Thanks for any info. 
• ford fiesta zetec 06 - brake lights are not working 15 Mar 2015 (Forum)
  Hi. Today I noticed none of the brake lights are working including the one in the bake window.  Can someone please help so I can resolve this problem. It's becoming a nightmare. I don't have the car Manuel either so I'm in the dark.