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  How do I know when the DPF on my car is regenerating? 3 Sep 2018 (Ask HJ)
  I read a lot about diesel DPFs but how do I know when the fuel system is regenerating? I drive a Toyota RAV4 2.2-litre diesel. Nothing comes alight on...
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  In your opinion, what's the best, modern petrol engine in the 1.5 to 2.0-litre size? 19 Jun 2017 (Ask HJ)
  In your opinion, what's the best, modern petrol engine in the 1.5 to 2.0-litre size? Based on efficiency, smoothness and reliability.
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  What four door saloon should I get to use as a taxi? 11 May 2017 (Ask HJ)
  I want to buy a Skoda Octavia for a taxi. I'm looking at the DSG in the 1.6 TDI or 2.0 TDI. Which would you recommend in terms of reliability as I would...
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  What does an anti-pollution warning light on my 2004 Citroen C5 suggest? 21 Feb 2017 (Ask HJ)
  I've just acquired a 2004 Citroen C5 saloon that's done 100,000 miles. I've been driving it for a few weeks now and have an anti-pollution warning light...
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  Why are the lights not working on my Renault Clio? 29 Dec 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I drive a Renault Clio. After changing some bulbs, two side lights and one dipped beam, my lights sometimes fail when driving. The bottom lights stay on...
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  What car should I buy after owning a Saab? 23 Dec 2016 (Ask HJ)
  We will have to change our car next year and I am struggling to find one that is as spacious, comfortable and efficient as my current diesel Saab 9-3 twin...
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  Why is the fuel economy so poor in my Vauxhall Insignia? 23 Sep 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I recently purchased a 2009 Vauxhall Insignia 2.0 diesel with 140.000 miles on the clock. It has a full service history and drives well. However, the fuel...
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  Vauxhall Corsa drive judder 4 Aug 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 2012 Vauxhall Corsa, it's done around 25,000 miles and recently it has been juddering as I go up the gears. I took it to the garage and they put...
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  Is the Volvo V40 the same as the Ford Focus underneath? 25 Jul 2016 (Ask HJ)
  My local MOT tester has described my Volvo V40 as a Ford Focus. Is this correct? I rented a Focus on holiday last year and thought it was very different...
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  Twin-turbochargers - do I have to worry about overheating? 23 Mar 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I have just bought a new Honda CR-V. The vehicle has two turbo-chargers giving the 1.6 diesel engine the same power as the diesel 2.2. I have read in your...
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  Turbo failure on BMW E90 320d - Should I ask BMW to pay? 6 Jan 2016 (Ask HJ)
  BMW Diagnostics has thrown up a Turbo failure on my BMW 320D registered in 2010 - cost to replace £1552. Current mileage is just under 50,000 and I regularly...
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  Skoda Yeti or BMW X1? 16 Dec 2015 (Ask HJ)
  I am looking to replace one of my cars and am considering the Skoda Yeti 1.2 DSG but I don't like the gearbox and would prefer a torque convertor so am...
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  How do I recommission an old Focus? 23 Sep 2014 (Ask HJ)
  My 86 year old father in-law wants me to have his car because he cannot drive due to eyesight issues. The Ford Focus (2002) 1.6 petrol has been owned from...
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  Suzuki Splash auto - is it worth buying? 12 Aug 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I want to buy a new small car for my wife because she always drives in the city. I saw a Suzuki Splash automatic, but am worried about fuel consumption...
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  What's the best used seven-seater for £12k? 5 Aug 2014 (Ask HJ)
  What options are there for petrol seven-seaters? My wife drives 6000 miles per year, most local, with a handful of trips to family and relatives which...
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  Winter driving - is the Honda CR-V any good? 1 Dec 2013 (Ask HJ)
  Honda is offering me a tempting deal on the new 2014 CR-V 1.6 diesel; however, I’m worried its two-wheel drive will struggle to cope with rural roads in...
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  Stationary car hit by lorry who denies any wrongdoing - what are my options? 25 Sep 2013 (Ask HJ)
  While driving along a B road in Penzance, I pulled over to allow a flatbed truck to pass from the other direction. Despite doing this, the truck driver...
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  My recently bought Mercedes-Benz C220 has brake vibration - why? 7 Apr 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I have just bought a second hand C220 automatic. The car has 108000 and full MB history till 100000. I collected the car yesterday from the trader, who...
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  Which SUV to replace my Suzuki SX4? 17 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
  Five years ago I bought a Suzuki SX4 and it's time for a change. I would like something similar to the SX4; a 1.6-litre automatic hatchback, reasonably...
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  Why are the headlight bulbs on Volvo XC70s so expensive? 22 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I drive a Volvo XC70. Nobody warned me about the cost of replacement of Bi-Xenon headlight bulbs, and in fact I had no idea it had them. For replacing...