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  What small diesel automatic? 10 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I am looking to buy a new but not too big diesel automatic - what do you recommend?
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  Need an SUV with a full size spare 23 Mar 2012 (Ask HJ)
  Shortly trading in two RAV4's (one 5 door, one 3 door). I specifically want a 4x4 replacement with a full size spare tyre contained within, or on the rear...
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  Misfiring Megane 31 Oct 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I have a Renult Megane 1.6e. The engine suddenly started to misfire and make a knocking noise (loud rattle) and it lost power. If I tried to accelerate...
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  My BMW 318's transmission warning light is on - what does this mean? 19 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 2004 BMW 318 Tiptronic N42 2004. If the transmission light appears what should I do?
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  Can I override my 1996 Peugeot 106's immobiliser? 14 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 1996 Peugeot 106. The immobiliser has locked itself. The red and green light are on together and the dashboard lights are on too, but it wont...
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  Why has my Renault Scenic's speedometer stopped working? 11 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I have an S-reg Renault Scenic. My speedometer only works for two or three miles and then drops back down to zero, and stays there. Have you any advice?
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  Why are my Peugeot 306's wipers running so slowly? 5 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
  My '99 Peugeot 306 is having problems with the front wipers. They work, but only very slowly and then gradually speed up the longer you keep them on, but...
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  Can I mix standard and all-season tyres? 24 May 2021 (Ask HJ)
  I'm thinking of replacing the standard tyres with all-season tyres on my Suzuki SX4 S-Cross All Grip. The front tyres need replacing soon, but the rear...
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  Can you recommend a car with a smooth ride? 29 Jul 2020 (Ask HJ)
  I want an automatic car with a smooth ride. I'm disabled and need luxury automatic. What do you recommend? I have £3000 to £5000 to spend. I've thought...
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  Do I need to replace both rear shock absorbers if only one is broken? 15 Sep 2017 (Ask HJ)
  I had my 2012 Volkswagen Polo 1.4 serviced yesterday. The garage told me that the rear N/S shock absorber needs to be replaced (£186). As the car has only...
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  Need a compact 4x4 with comfortable seats 14 Oct 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I recently purchased a Fiat 500X Cross Plus 4x4 170 petrol auto. It's a great car but due to a neck injury I am finding it a problem to get in and out...
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  Should we buy a Porsche Cayenne and 1997 Mercedes-Benz SLK from our neighbour? 9 Nov 2013 (Ask HJ)
  Our neighbours are moving abroad and are offering us their 2004 Porsche Cayenne Turbo S (4.5-litre V8) with 104,000 miles plus their 1997 Mercedes-Benz...
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  Can you recommend a large cruising MPV for a family? 3 Aug 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I am a car nut with a Porsche Cayenne Turbo, a Ferrari F360 in the garage and an Alfa 4C on order. We have a 2-year-old and the Cayenne is great for him:...
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  What could be causing the radiator fan to switch on too often on my 2008 Jaguar S-Type? 6 Jul 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 2008 Jaguar S-Type 2.7 diesel with 27,000 miles on the clock. Of late it seems to me that the radiator fan operates much too frequently, almost...
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  Buying a new car for a short driver 28 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
  As my wife is only five feet in height and of slender build it is difficult to find a suitable, safe car to drive because she sits so close to the airbag....
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  Should I change the timing chain on my 3 Series? 15 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
  My local mechanic, who has been pretty good with my cars so far, is strongly suggesting that the timing chain be replaced now at its 150,000 mile service....
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  Buying an Audi A3 - the one I want is so hard to find 25 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
  My wife had a lovely (R-1998) Audi A3 (1.8 sport), which was recently written off by the insurance due to an accident. I'm urgently looking for a replacement...
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  Is an £1100 S-Type Jaguar a good buy? 23 Jun 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I have been offered a 1999 Jaguar S-Type Jaguar. It is a 3-litre V6 automatic. It appears to be the basic model with cloth interior, in good condition,...
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  Corsa engine emissions light 1 Nov 2011 (Ask HJ)
  My engine emissions light has just come on on my Corsa 1.4 SRI and the car has shut off when slowing down three times since the light came on. Other...
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  Higher car 15 Aug 2011 (Ask HJ)
  We would welcome your advice about selecting a replacement car. At the moment we drive a BMW 118 SE petrol automatic. We live on a steep hill and last...