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  Bonnet 2 Oct 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I have an early Mk4 Golf. I can release the bonnet as far as the safety stop from the cockpit lever. To fully open the bonnet I have to pull on a second...
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  Why is my electric car not showing the range claimed in the handbook? 18 Mar 2024 (Ask HJ)
  As recommended, I charge my electric car to 80% of capacity to save the battery. The chart on the car's panel shows a maximum charge to give a distance...
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  Can I get a dash cam that will continuously record in my parked car for a month at a time? 17 Jul 2018 (Ask HJ)
  I have a car that I use for about four consecutive days a month. The rest of the time it is garaged. I wish to get a dash cam that will retain the time...
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  Can the buyer of a car I sold sue me for a worn clutch? 2 Nov 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I recently sold an 8-year old BMW 525D advertised as in good condition but with 127,000 miles on the clock. The buyer negotiated the price down because...
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  Alarm / Immobiliser problem 24 Aug 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I have trawled the topic thread already and tried numerous solutions thus far to no avail. My car which i have had for a few years has developed this...
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  Ford Focus Keyfob is not working 15 Jan 2011 (Ask HJ)
  Having replaced the battery in my Ford Focus Zetec car fob, the remote still will not open the car and the alarm sounds as if the key is not put in the...
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  Vauxhall Corsa Won't start 7 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
  My son's Vauxhall Corsa turns over but won't start from the ignition but works fine from a bump start. We have changed the battery. Any ideas?
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  Peugeot 306 HDi starting problems 3 Jan 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I have a Peugeot 306 HDi and am having problems starting it. It takes long to start when cold and warm but it's not as bad when warm and once started it...
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  Why is there a smell of rotten eggs from our car? 3 Jun 2019 (Ask HJ)
  We have a petrol Jaguar F-Pace and on occasions, we notice the smell of rotten eggs. Do you have any ideas what this may be and how best to get it resolved?...
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  Ford Fiesta broken down with battery issue 13 Jan 2015 (Ask HJ)
  I purchased a brand new Ford Fiesta in August 2014. The car stopped working in December and the AA identified an issue with the battery. The car was checked...
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  What trickle charger would you recommend? 22 Sep 2023 (Ask HJ)
  Which trickle charger would you recommend for use on an Hyundai I30?
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  How long can I expect a hybrid car to last for? 31 Jan 2020 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 2014 Toyota Auris Hybrid. When can I expect to start having expensive repairs such as a replacement battery?
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  Does a 12v socket run even when the ignition is off? 26 Nov 2019 (Ask HJ)
  Does the 12v socket work when a car is not on or does it work when it's only on? I require a black box in my car and have to keep it plugged in for six...
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  What is the maximum I can inflate my tyres to stop them flatting when in storage over the winter? 6 Dec 2018 (Ask HJ)
  My Mazda MX-5 is covered for the winter and wired to my battery charger, so I cannot move it. The tyres are Bridgestone Portenza 205-45R17 84W CKC4509....
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  Faulty ECU on SEAT Leon - do I need to scrap the car? 4 Feb 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 2001 SEAT Leon TDI. The computer unit is bust ECU?). The central locking lights keep going on and off and unfortunately I did not take it to...
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  Battery light illuminating on a K12 Nissan Micra 3 Jun 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I have a Nissan Micra K12 1.2 automatic 3 door hatchback. When the car is at idle the battery light is off, as it should be, but when I put my foot down...
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  Life expectancy of a hybrid? 28 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I have a RX450h which I have had from new in Jan 2010. I have already done 65,000 miles and wanted to know what was the expected life of the vehicle? I...
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  Water Leak on 2006 Audi A6 12 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
  Rear footwell fills up with water. When about 3 inches of water in well it transfers to front well. I ran hosepipe on front windscreen and water leaks...
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  Why did my Freelander 2's keyfobs fail to work until I placed the remote in the dock? 10 Feb 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I returned home after six weeks abroad to find my Land Rover Freelander 2 diesel would not respond to the remote control plipper. Having tried the second...
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  Leaving me behind 4 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I was wondering whether there is anything I need to do if leaving a car unused (garaged) for about 4 weeks? Or anything to do when back before starting...