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• Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0tdi 2010 - Rattling noise from engine area 10 Sep 2018 (Forum)
  a horrendous noise as if the engine is struggling to run, or atleast thst is how it sounds to me. I have taken it to my local mechanic who has suggested it is the flywheel starting to go. Now I get where he is coming from but I am not totally convinced this is the soul route of the problem. I previously had
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  My fence runs along the edge of a supermarket's car park - are they responsible for shoppers that drive into my fence? 12 Dec 2017 (Ask HJ)
  My fence was damaged again on Sunday by a vehicle using the neighbouring supermarket's car park (it runs along my boundary line). The supermarket were...
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  Need a low cost running car, with a large boot for my cycling business - what do you advise? 29 Jun 2017 (Ask HJ)
  I've started my own up-cycling business and I don't want to use a third party. My largest piece is 54-inches long and 45-inches high and pretty heavy,...
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  Ca n you offer any tips for looking after a new car? 12 Mar 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I am in the process of buying a new Volkswagen Golf 1.4 petrol, which I plan to keep for five years. I have declined the paint treatment offered by the...
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  Should I get a second car? 19 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 2006 E-Class 280 diesel estate with 120k miles which has proved an extremely reliable and comfortable car for our family use and annual long drive...
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  Replacing a Mondeo ST220 with an XF? 18 Mar 2012 (Ask HJ)
  Back in 2005, you recommended a Mondeo ST220 to replace my company car. I have been really pleased with it, but it is now nearly 7 years old, the grandsons...
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  Replacement for a Focus? 21 Oct 2011 (Ask HJ)
  We will be replacing our 2001 Focus Estate Ghia 1.8 (85,000 miles, average condition) soon. We’ve been quite happy with the Focus, so will by another...
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  Will it be more economical for me to run a petrol CR-V than my current diesel CR-V? 15 Sep 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I am considering changing my 2009 diesel Honda CR-V for a new petrol CR-V. Is there an annual mileage limit whereby it makes it more economical to run...
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  My Mercedes-Benz E220 Coupe returned almost 60mpg on a long trip - which cars can beat that? 21 May 2011 (Ask HJ)
  Your correspondent LD of Weybridge should ditch his Fiat 500 TwinAir and buy a Mercedes-Benz. I have just driven my four-month-old E220 Coupe from Northallerton...
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  Time to switch? 15 Jan 2011 (Ask HJ)
  Not usually indecisive but can't decide whether its time to trade in my relaiable Volvo V50 2.4i for something diesel. There's quite a few good deals out...
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  Can I alter my 2002 Ford Ranger's wheels and/or gearing for better fuel economy when cruising? 22 Oct 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I own a 2002 Ford Ranger pick-up and use it for work and pleasure. I have noticed that on a motorway run, at 70mph it is running at just over 3,000rpm....
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  Is it more environmentally friendly to run something like a Land Rover for 30 years than buy a succession of hatchbacks? 2 Oct 2010 (Ask HJ)
  Having owned and run a 1991 Land Rover Defender since passing my test at 17 four years ago, I was pleased to see the article a few weeks back in favour...
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  Why is my Vauxhall Combo van losing power? 5 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
  Please could you advise what to do about a new Vauxhall Combo SE 1.3 van I bought in May 2010? It is hesitating and losing power, and our local dealer...
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  24 Apr 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I am retiring at age 65 shortly. I have had a Volvo 850 automatic since I bought it new in 1996, it has done 103,000 miles and is in excellent condition....
• Peugeot 406 (1999 - 2004) - 01 2.0 HDI 110 - P0190 AP Fault 21 Feb 2009 (Forum)
  Hi everyone Been having a problem recently with my 406. Had a second hand fuel tank fitted after the old one was vandalised and this seems to be when the problems started. At idle it runs very poorly and even when I drive it there is a heavy crackling noise. I think it is missing
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  I'm buying a new van. Should I choose a petrol or diesel engine? 8 Sep 2020 (Ask HJ)
  I've run Ford Transit Custom models (2.2-litre diesel and 2.0-litre diesel models) for the last 6 years. Next year I'm considering downsizing to a smaller...
• Cmax grand - Ford C-Max grand won’t run 12 Mar 2019 (Forum)
  . A mechanic quoted me 350 to install the engine, I bought a replacement cam belt kit, water pump and a clutch release bearing. The mechanic installed the engine but the car just won’t run, it cranks but does not start, mechanic then gave me a bill for 450 because it took an extra day (even though it does
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  What's the minimum mileage a car should do to keep it in good condition? 27 Mar 2018 (Ask HJ)
  No single car meets all my needs. I'm prepared to have two, but only cover about 4000 miles a year in aggregate. I'm aware that under-used cars deteriorate...
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  Skoda Octavia battery problems 31 Mar 2016 (Ask HJ)
  We have a 2004 Skoda Octavia that has a developed battery problem. We eventually noticed that the radiator fan was intermittently running and this in turn...
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  Rough running Volvo V70 - what's wrong? 19 Nov 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 2008 Volvo V70 D5 Auto. At approximately 1600rpm the car stutters and feels sluggish. In park, at the same rpm, there is a roughness / imbalanced...