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  Air conditioning servicing 11 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I've had a letter advising me to have my 60 Astra's air conditioning serviced - is it really necessary after only 18 months and 10000 miles? I don't recollect...
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  What was the experiment car you showed a year ago with a hinged front frame? 25 Feb 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I'm in my 80s and have left behind those long drives both here in the UK and the continent and have settled down to using the car you recommended, Hyundai's...
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  Vauxhall Zafira does not start after front end crash 23 Feb 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I've got a 2005 1.6 petrol Zafira. It was in a front end smash and since then it has not run properly and now does not start at all. After I had the front...
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  Best time to change car? 13 Feb 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I do about 7000 miles a year and am now retired. When is the best time to replace my Landrover Freelander to achieve the best optimum financial outcome(i.e.running...
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  Replacing a well loved Xsara Picasso 8 Feb 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I’m 66 and 6’10” tall and have run a Xsara Picasso Exclusive 2.0 HDi from 2004, which I love. Everything about it is right for me; however, it is approaching...
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  Estate for big dog and camping family 8 Feb 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I am currently running a 56 Mondeo ST Tdci Estate with 46k on the clock. I'm looking to change for something with the same driving dynamics and load...
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  Regenerating my DPF 8 Feb 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I seem to remember you saying that if there is a period of low speed, short journeys the engine should be run at 2000revs+ for a period of 15 minutes each...
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  Buying an economical family car 30 Jan 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I currently own a 53 plate Citroen Xsara Picasso 2.0 HDi and I average 44-48mpg. I'm looking to purchase a used (up to 18-month old ) family car (£10K...
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  Excessive fuel consumption on a Focus 1 Jan 2012 (Ask HJ)
  Earlier this year my fuel consumption reduced by about 5 to 10%, I check the consumption weekly and do the same journeys each week. I changed the air...
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  An estate or MPV for less than £2000 12 Dec 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I need to get a cheap but large estate or MPV with good fuel economy and running costs. Favorites are Audi A6, though I have read scary stories about...
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  Saab - should I buy a pre-reg / new one shortly? 11 Dec 2011 (Ask HJ)
  Bearing in mind the current situation that Saab find themselves in, and Saab GB is currently being run by the receivers, will the next few weeks prove...
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  Vectra heater problems 8 Dec 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I have a problem with my 53 reg Vauxhall Vectra petrol. My heater has stopped blowing warm air into the cabin. I have had my thermostat replaced and...
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  Vauxhall Zafira - what's the problem? 10 Nov 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I have a Vauxhall Zafira 2003, 105000 miles otc.Recently serviced as usual by dealer.Developed a tapping sound, only noticeable on acceleration to 2250...
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  Stalling old BMW 525 6 Nov 2011 (Ask HJ)
  My 1994 old BMW 525TD automatic has developed an intermittent fault. Occasionally, from rest, when it is put into drive the engine stalls (if it was a...
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  What size winter tyre do I need? 30 Oct 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I've bought a '09 ford mondeo 1.8 diesel titanium which I intend to run for at least 6 years, it has 235 45 R 17 summer tyres on. What winter tyres would...
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  EC tests and fuel economy 19 Sep 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I'm intrigued about real world economy and the rise of the so called eco models which do not seem to come close to their claimed figures. My five year...
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  Medium sized old cars 12 Sep 2011 (Ask HJ)
  Am constrained by budget and looking to buy a medium size car about 10 years old to drive 6000 miles a year. Hatchback petrol to seat 4 adults. Am...
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  Best second-hand coupé cabrio or convertible 1 Sep 2011 (Ask HJ)
  My wife is set on buying a convertible as a second car, probably a coupé cabrio for security reasons (when we had car with a soft electric sunroof it was...
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  Starter car 15 Aug 2011 (Ask HJ)
  My 17-year-old son passed his test very quickly and has saved up for a car. His maximum budget is £2,500. We have scoured local papers and local dealers...
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  Focus TDCi won't start 3 Aug 2011 (Ask HJ)
  Was driving home when my car juddered to a stop & cut out. Have had the Cam & crank sensors changed & a new fuel filter. There is pressure at the injectors...