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• Calibra Fuel Tank Outlet Pipe Flange 6 Apr 2004 (Forum)
  1996 Calibra 8 valve auto with a fuel leak from the tank's outlet pipe flange . (It's metal, with a plastic multiplug, and corroded beyond salvation). After much investigation Vauxhall Customer Services at Luton have informed me that this part is no longer made and in fact doesn't even have a part
• Diesel car filled wirh Petrol 21 Mar 2004 (Forum)
  the fact that we were one of the few in the south to have this requirement for jet fuel,it was laid down that inm the event of a forced landing at another drome that only had 100oct fuel,it was permitted to fill up with this and add 1pint of engine oil per 100galls.of petrol to ensure
• A4 cutting out 6 Mar 2004 (Forum)
  I have a problem with an a4 1.9 tdi cutting out when driven hard when the problem occurs the car will be hard started it will turn over for ages before going. the fuel filter was replaced with a new one. The history of the car is that it was originally petrol and the running gear of a tdi se
• Ford Fiesta 1998 Zetec 16V Misfire 18 Sep 2003 (Forum)
  My car has started to occassionally stutter/misfire. It is definietely getting worse and is now stalling. It always restarts and gets going again no problem. The problem seems to be worse when the fuel level is say 30% or less in the tank but this could be a red herring. I suspect the EEC engine
• Service Station Fuel Pumps 20 Aug 2003 (Forum)
  Right, bit of a moan here, but a question lies within!! Went to fill up my 1995 Pug 306 at my local filling station on Sunday. The low fuel light was starting to flicker and when this comes on I know I have 5 - 7 litres left in the tank. Went to the diesel pump and filled the 60 litre tank
• polo sucking too much fuel 9 May 2003 (Forum)
  hi i recently bought a polo coupe 1.0 1990 h plate i had it serviced n alas soon as i bought it ,and it sucks way to much fuel i got 110 miles outta 15 quid which is what my friend gets from his 2.0 ! the haynes manual says i could have a worn carb? if so how much am i looking at for a new
• Toyota Avensis Trip Computer 19 Oct 2002 (Forum)
  I would appreciate anyones views on the following I have a 2001 Avensis diesel with a trip computer as a standard item. The average indicated mpg, over a tank of full, is consistantly indicating 13% better fuel consumption than it actually is. The "Range" left to run on the remaining fuel
• 1989 Polo fuel tank. 4 Feb 2002 (Forum)
  I noticed on the 89 Polo stalling thread a comment on fuel tank vacuum and breather hoses. Yep you've guessed it the thing takes about ten minutes to get a couple of gallons in without blowing back. It had a brand new VW tank fitted a couple of weeks ago for the MOT. What have I got to do, new
• Audi 90 Quattro 11 Feb 2001 (Forum)
  I have an elderly Audi 90 quattro. 1989 2.3 Litre. which has problems in the fuel area. Can you help/advise? The fuel pump had been noisy for about 3 months and recently after about three miles ( when engine warm) the engine would just cut out. So I thought the fuel pump is very tired and replaced
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  Will petrol still be available after 2040? 11 Jan 2018 (Ask HJ)
  Will we be able to still drive classic cars after the deadline of 2040? Do you think petrol would be still available at this time please?
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  Is super unleaded worth the extra? 22 Nov 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I have just bought a used Ford Focus (2015 model) with the petrol EcoBoost engine. The dealership said they recommend using super unleaded. Is there a...
• Peugeot 307 (2001 - 2007) - 01 2.0 starting problem 27 Jan 2016 (Forum)
  the corner and had it put on thier machine. They diagnosed the problem as the high pressure fuel pump being deffective and needs replacing (at great cost). They reluctlently gave us a copy of the dianostics report which had the following fault codes P0336, P0272, P0181, P0263, P0266 & P1199. I then drove
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  Misfuelled Mercedes ML-Class 15 Nov 2015 (Ask HJ)
  I rather stupidly filled up my 2004 Mercedes ML 270 CDI with petrol. Yes, and I drove it before it cut out and wouldn't start. What can I expect the damage...
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  Replacing a van with a 4x4 27 Oct 2015 (Ask HJ)
  I want to replace my Vivaro van with a 4x4. It must be diesel automatic with good fuel economy. I frequently go up north for a week to stay in and decorate...
• 04(53) civic ctdi - high pressure fuel pump bust scrap or repair 27 Jan 2014 (Forum)
  I am gutted my beloved civic just stopped while driving. Towed to garage. Would not start. Finally diagnosed as high pressure fuel pump failure. Car just under ten years with 136000 miles. To remove, send off for repair and refit will cost £1200.  I am guessing trade in value is about
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  Vauxhall Astravan engine making tapping noise 27 Aug 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I've just put a second hand engine in my 2001 Vauxhall Astravan. From what I can tell, the engine was good and the only thing that needed changing was...
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  Can you recommend a small and economical used car? 27 Aug 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I need a small used car with good fuel economy and easy access for three elderly passengers. I also want a decent sized boot for holiday luggage and simple...
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  KIA Sorento blowing smoke on cold start up 27 Jul 2013 (Ask HJ)
  My 2007 KIA Sorento 2.5 CRDI blows smoke on every cold start up. The problem usually clears as the car gets going, but it never happens when the engine...
• Ford Mondeo - P1211 P0251, Hard To Start In Morning, Glow Plug L 20 Feb 2013 (Forum)
  : Changed Fuel Filter Cleaned EGR volve Added REDEX diesel additive into fuel tank No visible fuel leakage near fuel injectors or frond of the engine
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  Nissan X-Trail fuel problem - any ideas? 20 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
  When stood at idle after about a minute I believe it goes into get you home mode or just has no power, once I turn engine of and start it back up it runs...