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• Retirement tactics 7 Apr 2008 (Forum)
  I'm going into semi-retirement soon, and the boss has very generously allowed me to keep my company car, a Feb 06 VW Passat SE diesel with the 1.9 engine. It's a brilliant car, which as done 37,000 miles in the past two years, and which gives me up to 55mpg on a run. However, I'm conscious
• Ford Mondeo III (2000 - 2007) - 03 TDCi 130 starting problem 8 Dec 2007 (Forum)
  then just cranked over, then heater light would start to flash not going to start.Returned to car half hour later with mates car to tow home,starts first time no flashing heater light runs perfect.Couple of runs last night everything fine,Started first turn this morning couple of runs no problems parked
• Renault Espace 22 Oct 2004 (Forum)
  , but the car now will not run. The engine turns over, fires and runs for about 3-5 secs then cuts out. When the ignition is turned on you can hear the fuel pump running and after the engine dies the fuel pump still appears to be going. If carburettor cleaner is sprayed down the air intake, the engine
• Clio - Running water sounds - Help! 29 Oct 2003 (Forum)
  and then there was what sounds like a trickling stream coming from the passenger side of the car running somewhere. This lasted about 10 mins. The car is dry and I don't know where the water went. I told my salesmen (only interesed in me telling Renault that everything is ok so he gets his commission) the problem. He
• Mondeo Diesel Cold Start 30 Oct 2002 (Forum)
  Starting Problem - Ford Mondeo Ghia X Hatch 1996 (old body) 1.8TD Symptoms a) Cold starts - Engine turns over, starts but runs roughly at ~400 rpm as if only 2 cylinders are firing for a few seconds, then picks up and runs normally. However sometimes the engine cold starts perfectly ie fires
• Which petrol engine will have better MPG? 3 May 2021 (Forum)
  Which petrol engine will have better MPG when driving on the motorway -  between a small engine that runs with 70 mph at 3,500 rpm and a larger one that runs with the same speed  but with 2000 rpm?  Hypothetically, the conditions are the same.  The only difference
• Scam or real deal? 20 Oct 2015 (Forum)
  A guy in Spain is selling his evoque 2013 reg for an amazing £13,000 I've run an HPI check (clear) Ive run ar RAC report (clear) the car is ready to be shipped and is in the shipping depot where the company are acting as third party to the sale. What do I do?
• citroen berlingo 1.4 van - lpg problem 29 Oct 2013 (Forum)
  I hope someone can shed some light on this problem  my van is running on lpg and petrol at the same time and costing a fortune! It running on a brc system and has done 86000 miles. It was serviced about15000 miles ago please help!
• vauxhall zafira - zafira buying advice or...? 7 Aug 2012 (Forum)
  in the market for 4-5k and 7 seats Zafira looks best imho 1.6 petrol manual... anyone familiar with these models and could give me any things to watch out for. Id also consider alternatives but needs to be good for small runs and cheapish to run.
• Fiat multipla 1.9 JTD - Uneven running/flat spot 31 Jan 2012 (Forum)
  Car has developed a chronic flat spot when driving off from cold. In extreme circumstances the engine cuts out completely but has always restarted(so...
• Audi A4 Avant - DRL's (Daytime Running Lights) 16 Jun 2011 (Forum)
  I want to install a set of DRL's. I want them to come on with the ignition and turn off when the sidelights are on. Can anyone tell me which type of...
• Honda HR-V (1999 - 2006) - Replacement tyre question. 16 Jun 2009 (Forum)
  Daughter runs a Honda HRV and needs some new tyres. Currently running a set of Michelins but is enquiring if there are any other tyres better suited. Needs to be hard wearing with good grip and quiet. Thanks
• Peugeot 406 (1996 - 1998) - 96 1.9DT A/C runs only at higher revs 2 Jul 2008 (Forum)
  It has got the digital climate control, when A/C is selected the compresor "clicks" and engages only if revs stay above 1500rpm. any ideas? thanks
• petrol too expensive? Just run your car on water 27 Jun 2008 (Forum)
  Worried about the price of oil? Here is the answer to your problems! The government have been keeping this technology hidden so they can keep oil prices...
• Subary Justy 4WD 1989 running badly 5 Dec 2004 (Forum)
  Haven't seen the car... but apparently it is inclined to lose revs somewhat alarmingly whilst driving. This is an intermittent fault. That's as much...
• running a diesel in ? 26 Nov 2004 (Forum)
  Should i ? shouldnt i ? it will be a renault megane sport tourer 1.9dci 120 6 speed is it worth a poll ? or just let me know with a yes or a no cheers (I...
• overheating 23 May 2004 (Forum)
  Would a 50%antifreeze/coolant mix with water lower the running temp.Also when using a high octane petrol such as shell optimax in an old conventional engine--1949standard vanguard--is the running temp raised?.My block may be sludged up ,the rad seems ok,does anyone know of a stronge internal
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  Which is the best value used seven-seater for the school run? 11 Jan 2022 (Ask HJ)
  Can you recommend a six/seven-seater car? It will be used solely for the school run (a couple of miles each day). The kids are primary school aged. I'm...
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  What's the fuel efficiency of a plug-in hybrid when the battery has run out? 19 Jul 2021 (Ask HJ)
  Is there a rule of thumb about how much less efficient a plug-in hybrid is when the battery runs out compared to a combustion engine equivalent? For example,...
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  I got a diesel van when I only do short runs and now the DPF keeps clogging. What petrol van should I replace it with? 15 Apr 2020 (Ask HJ)
  I made the mistake of buying a diesel Fiat Doblo van. I only do short runs and the DPF keeps clogging up, even a long run does nothing. What small van...