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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"....
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  Radiator Fan continues running after engine shutdown 24 Dec 2013 (Ask HJ)
  The radiator fan continues to run indefinitely after the engine has shutdown even in winter temperatures. Also, the batttery discharges after a period...
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  Volkswagen Golf won't start - what's the fault? 24 Aug 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I'm having problems with my 2004 Volkswagen Golf. It starts fine from cold, but refuses to fire up when warm. I’ve checked the starter motor and glow plugs,...
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  Overfuelling 1.4-litre CVH engine - what's the issue? 1 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I have a Mazda with a 1.4i CVH. The problem is over-fueling. Which sensors should be at fault and what engine would be compatible to fit the gear box?
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  Intermittent shuddering on acceleration in my Vectra 27 May 2012 (Ask HJ)
  My 2-litre Vectra auto shudders when pulling away, then goes back to normal. This is starting to happen more frequently. I have changed the plugs and...
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  Expensive servicing costs in West London 27 Apr 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I really think its time that BMW took a good look at its West London dealers. A recent quote for an oil service, new front and back brake pads, coolant...
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  Why can I hear water flowing through my Vauxhall Astra's heater matrix? 20 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I have a Mk4 Vauxhall Astra 1.6 8v. When I start it and pull away I can hear the water flow throw the heater matrix. It never loses water temperature and...
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  I have bought a 2006 van and the engine keeps cutting out - what is the issue? 4 Nov 2019 (Ask HJ)
  Last night, my brother bought a Ford Transit Connect, 06-plate, 180,000 miles. When he pulled away from the seller's house, there was a big cloud of black...
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  Starting a car that has been standing for a long tim 4 Apr 2011 (Ask HJ)
  My relative has an original 1993 mk1 1275cc Mini which has been sat unused for two years or more. What would I need to do before attempting to restart...
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  Ford Focus or Vauxhall Astra - which is best? 27 Sep 2022 (Ask HJ)
  I'm torn between buying a 2014 Ford Focus 1.0-litre EcoBoost or 2012 Vauxhall Astra 1.4-litre Turbo GTC. Both cars have good history and in good condition....
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  I'm looking at buying a 10 year old Mercedes-Benz SLK - how can I ensure things like brakes and fluids are okay? 27 Jan 2020 (Ask HJ)
  I'm looking at buying a 10 year old Mercedes-Benz SLK with 22,000 on the clock. However, it has only been serviced at 9000 miles (2014) and just recently...
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  Why is my van cutting out after I had the head gasket changed? 4 Oct 2018 (Ask HJ)
  I had the head gasket on my Peugeot Boxer changed, but on the way home (after about five miles) it decided to lose power and cut out. No lights came on...
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  Do I have to leave my air con on all the time to stop the windows steaming up? 14 Sep 2018 (Ask HJ)
  Is there a solution to preventing my car's windows steaming up without having the air con on permanently?
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  My 2013 Ford Focus needs a new engine - what are my consumer rights? 12 Mar 2018 (Ask HJ)
  My 2013 Ford Focus 1.0 suffered engine problems at 58,000 miles. Ford has diagnosed that it needs a new engine. Ford know this three-cylinder engine has...
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  My heater only works on the highest setting - can I fix it myself? 23 Jan 2018 (Ask HJ)
  The heater in my 2002 Vauxhall Vectra has stopped working. Also the fan only works on the highest setting. What parts do I need and is it easy to fix it...
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  Why does the temperature gauge go into the red when going uphill and return back to normal on flat ground? 24 Jan 2017 (Ask HJ)
  I just had the timing belt, water pump and exhaust sensor changed after finding a leak. Now, when the car is going uphill the temperature gauge is going...