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  Why does my Ford Mondeo 'splutter' when accelerating in higher gears? 4 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
  My Ford Mondeo mk2 2.0-litre estate 'splutters' when trying to accelerate in higher gears. It will sometimes take a while to start in mornings as if starved...
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  What is the lead time for new Citroen Berlingo M? 18 Nov 2021 (Ask HJ)
  Back in the spring I ordered a new Citroen Berlingo M (standard wheelbase) in XTR trim with the 130PS petrol engine and automatic gearbox, intending to...
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  Running a modern classic - is super unleaded best? 15 Aug 2014 (Ask HJ)
  My friend is convinced she needs to put super unleaded in her 1988/9 Volkswagen Golf. She thinks this is because leaded petrol is no longer available and...
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  Can I use nitrogen instead of air in my tyres? 12 Aug 2012 (Ask HJ)
  At a recent visit to ATS Tyres they suggested that I inflate the tyres on my Land Cruiser with nitrogen saying that this leads to better handling of the...
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  Lies, damn lies and static tests 23 Jun 2011 (Ask HJ)
  Regarding battery leakdowns, I have a friend who is a modern auto electrician, by which I mean he has all the latest kit code readers, etc., but for a...
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  Where can I get a front brake wheel cylinder for a classic 1962 Mini? 20 Nov 2010 (Ask HJ)
  My beloved Mini has just failed its MOT due to a seized front brake wheel cylinder. The part I need is a GWC101 (15/16ths bore dual piston front wheel...
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  BMW (F10) 5 series lead time 2 Oct 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I ordered a BMW 520d SE with BMW Leicester in the first week of August. The estimated delivery was for 30th September. Called the garage and they cannot...
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  Are Ford Galaxy automatics reliable? 27 Jan 2019 (Ask HJ)
  Are there any problems with the Ford Galaxy 2008 automatic gearbox?
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  What's causing my Ford Mondeo misfire? 29 Aug 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 2004 Ford Mondeo automatic that has developed at misfire at idle and low speeds. My local garage has put in plugs and leads, but the misfire remains....
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  Wet start problems with an R-registered MG 26 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
  My R-reg MG will not start in the wet and if you can get it started it cuts out. It will then restart after about 5 minutes. I think it needs a cover...
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  Car misfiring in wet weather 13 Jun 2012 (Ask HJ)
  My car is misfiring in rain. Changed plugs, core plugs, leads, coil pack. It started raining again and the car is missing again.
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  VW/Audi engine layout 18 Feb 2012 (Ask HJ)
  On tests on this site the overhanging engine design at Volkswagen/Audi is criticised. How does it affect driving?
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  Flat Eos acceleration 29 Nov 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I have a Volkswagen Eos 1.4 160 BHP 2009. Have persistent flat spot on takeoff, VW acknowledge it is there but have not come up with a modification. Have...
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  Will frequent charging and discharging of an EV battery lead to a shortening of the battery's life? 9 Mar 2021 (Ask HJ)
  I read an interesting article about people who charge their electric cars via solar panels or cheap rate electricity at night and then use the car battery...
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  This is a good method for finding the source of a car battery drain. 21 May 2011 (Ask HJ)
  You wrote of a chap whose batteries ran down after three idle days and gave him a possible theory. Actually, the matter is simple to prove - to anyone...
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  Our Ford Mondeo's electrics have completely failed. Any ideas? 6 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
  We have a Ford Mondeo estate. It has always gone pretty well. We went out on Saturday and it drove fine. Stayed at home Sunday and on Monday morning went...
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  What is the delivery time for a Dacia Sandero automatic? 15 Mar 2022 (Ask HJ)
  Can you provide me with the delivery time for the Dacia Sandero automatic?
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  Can I mix the tyres on my Mazda MX-5? 26 Oct 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I have been advised by my local garage that I can mix the two Yokohama tyres fitted to my Mazda MX-5 with two Bridgestone tyres. Is this correct?
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  Ford Galaxy refuses to start 22 Sep 2013 (Ask HJ)
  My 1999 Ford Galaxy 2.3 petrol automatic won’t start. I’ve turned the key, but nothing happens. I've tried charging the battery and using jump leads, but...
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  Should I buy a BMW 320d which is missing service stamps? 29 Jun 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I am looking at a 2008 BMW 320d with 15,000 miles. The trouble is, it only has one stamp in the service book. Should engine oil be changed every year,...