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  Why does my 1982 Mercedes-Benz E-Class struggle to start? 14 Aug 2017 (Ask HJ)
  My 1982 Mercedes-Benz E-Class (W123) auto doesn't like to start when the engine reaches normal running temperature. It has a K-Jetronic ignition system.
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  Why is my Kia Sportage diesel automatic not starting? 29 Dec 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I've got a 2008 Kia Sportage that ran out of diesel. I've changed the diesel filter and bled the fuel. Primed the pump but it's still not starting. It's...
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  Why won't our Ford Mondeo start? 18 Sep 2016 (Ask HJ)
  We own a Ford 2010 Ford Mondeo 1.8 TDCI. Yesterday, the car started but then stopped almost immediately. It then refused to start. We have tried again...
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  Fuel economy 29 Apr 2016 (Ask HJ)
  Why have the MPG figures only been questioned for diesel engines? Are the figures for petrol engines correct?
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  Volkswagen Passat tyres - how can I improve fuel economy? 25 Mar 2015 (Ask HJ)
  I am currently running my 2008 Volkswagen Passat on Bridgestone Potenza 235/45R17 94Y RE050A tyres which are coming up for replacement. Can you recommend...
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  Terrible fuel consumption on the Vauxhall Meriva - is this right? 8 Mar 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I am thinking of buying an auto diesel Vauxhall Meriva, but the consumption in your real mpg list is very high. Is this report the result of lots of drivers...
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  Fault P1198 on a 307 12 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I have had my 307 HDI put on a computer in a garage and it is reading a P1198 - injector control - ecu internal fault. Do you know how I fix this problem?
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  Driving in France - can I get it in France? 26 Feb 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I will driving in France in the near future. I currently use Shell V Power petrol. Please would you advise what the equivalent grade is called in France,...
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  Can I use unleaded with a bit of diesel in it in my Citroen? 24 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I have put 55 litres of unleaded petrol with five litres of diesel in my car. I have had it drained into five-gallon drums. Would I be able to use this...
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  Will a 1997 SEAT Alhambra be more economical than our R-reg Ford Galaxy? 10 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I own an R-reg Ford Galaxy GLX, 2-litre. I want something a little cheaper to run, as I do two one-and-a-half-hour school runs a day through town. Will...
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  Misfuellers and money soon parted 14 Feb 2009 (Ask HJ)
  Can you tell me if Ford Easy Fuel, that prevents drivers from filling with the wrong fuel, is available as an add-on accessory? I have a 2004 Mondeo LX...
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  Hard times - high fuel prices 21 Jan 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I was grateful for all the help you gave me in the past so I thought I would give you a feed back on the effect of these high fuel prices in country areas...
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  4x4 or estate? 31 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I currently own a Jeep 4x4 2 ltr diesel. It is reliable but expensive on fuel especially on short journeys. I travel about 30 miles per week but want to...
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  I need a second hand 4x4 13 Nov 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I work as a ghillie and drive down a wee bit of a rough track each day. I need a 4x4, question is which one(second hand)? I also want good fuel consumption...
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  Do I really need to have a fuel system clean every six months? 24 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
  Nissan have advised me that they recommend a fuel system clean every six months and will carry one out automatically when they service my car, unless I...
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  Can I use super-unleaded fuel in my Volvo 850? 20 Feb 2017 (Ask HJ)
  I have just acquired a K reg Volvo 850 GLT with just 25,000 fully-documented miles on the clock. Is it okay to use super-unleaded fuel in this car? Also,...
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  Extended warranty won't pay for fuel pump failure - what can I do? 14 Aug 2013 (Ask HJ)
  My second hand Ford Mondeo has suffered a digital fuel pump failure, which has ruined the injectors. I bought the car from a dealer in September and paid...
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  Which Polo-sized car offers better fuel economy? 19 May 2012 (Ask HJ)
  My wife currently runs a 2004 Volkswagen Polo 1.4 Twist. Her annual mileage is about 3000 - 4000 made up of fairly short journeys of up to 20 miles. She...
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  Should I run my 1971 MG MGB on premium petrol? 9 Feb 2018 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 1971 MG MGB roadster, bought recently as a retirement present. I’ve wanted one for 50 years and I’m delighted, but I don’t know whether I should...
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  Corsa 1.3 CDTi with intermittent starting fault 30 Jun 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I purchased a 2004 Vauxhall Corsa 1.3 CDTi five weeks ago from used car dealer. From the moment I got the car, it has had intermittent starting problems....