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• Vauxhall Vectra C 2.2 direct petrol - timing belt? 10 Jan 2015 (Forum)
  when i came out of a shop it wouldnt start even though it run great 10 mins before. Aa couldnt get it goung and took it to garage. Nothing again on diagnostics. No warning lights or messages on dash. They are saying its the timing chain. Not broken but stretched.  Why would it have run so
• Transit 160 1989, ex-ambulance - Replacement twin wheel axle 20 Dec 2014 (Forum)
  Hello, for some time now (several years!!!)there has been an  increasingly  nasty clunking noise from the area of the diff. ONLY when the vehicle is coasting in "over run"or coming to a stop after a long hot run. e.g the other day on approaching Dartford Crossing put gear
• Peugeot 406 Diesel W reg - Electrical fault - Air conditioning 1 Jul 2014 (Forum)
  My Peugeot 406 has developed a fault with the air con.  When switched on the air con runs cold but after about 30 seconds the  'stop' message on the control panel flashes and bleeps and the message on the display is 'engine overheating'.  Engine temperature remains normal
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  Seller refused to repair faulty car - what can I do? 15 Jun 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I bought a 2005 Chrysler 300C for £7500 in March. A month later the swirl flap motor failed. The car has been at the dealer for a month now. The selling...
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  Should I be worried about my car's DPF? 13 May 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I am becoming increasingly concerned about potential problems with my Ford Mondeo's DPF. My 2008 car is used on weekdays on a 12 mile commute. The route...
• ESTATE CAR 2009 ONWARDS - Stuck with decision. 10 Apr 2014 (Forum)
  I am in need of some feedback if there are any owners or input. I have £7500k to buy used car that has to tick following boxes. ESTATE or MPV type - 3 kids and 3 large dogs - Economy good as motorway miles and school run too - upto 5yrs old but pref within 4 - comfy
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  What van to use as an electrician? Must be small to medium size diesel for £750-£2000 7 Apr 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I'm looking to try buy a small/medium van to use as a electrician diesel £750-£2000 budget What van is likely to be fairly cheap to run and maintain?...
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  New car for retirement - please recommend 7 Apr 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I am retiring in 6 weeks. I want a vehicle to transport wife, grandchildren, dogs and lots of luggage on holiday. I may also want to tow a small...
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  Volkswagen Touareg - engine clatter 18 Mar 2014 (Ask HJ)
  My 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is starting to make a clatter on start-up, which lasts for 30 seconds. My local dealer has said that nothing shows on diagnostics...
• .....what small car for £5K'ish 27 Jan 2014 (Forum)
  I bet this has'nt been asked before! Were combining our two old cars to one newer one. I drive (at weekends now due to company car) a 2001 MG ZT 190 LPG and the Mrs drives a Focus 2001 1.6 Zetec. I love my MG, cheap to run but sits on drive all all week now and somone really needs
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  Ford fiesta - what's the best engine? 9 Jan 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I have a Citroen C3 that's now way past its best. I need to update and fancy the new 2014 Ford Fiesta. It will be used primarily for school runs and local...
• Daewoo Lanos (1997 - 2002 ) - 2000 1.6 - hesitation on light throttle (cold) 25 Nov 2013 (Forum)
  and then applying light throttle causes the car to jerk quite severely before the revs pick up and off you go. This is a real pain in morning traffic! After about 5 minutes running, it is near perfect. So far it has had a service including oil, oil filter, air filter and new Bosch spark plugs. The old spark plugs
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  Does my Volkswagen have a DPF? 29 Oct 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I have recently moved from France to Guernsey and from reading your Daily Telegraph column am concerned about potential DPF problems due to low usage....
• Vauxhall Vectra C - Vectra C diesel irratic idle/stalling 20 Oct 2013 (Forum)
  Hi everyone. Im new to this site and i wonder if someone can give me some advice please. Ive got a 2005 Vectra C 1.9 cdti (150bhp) with 165k miles on it. It generally runs very sweet and quiet but ive noticed over the last few months when i come to a stand at a junction, the engine idle
• Vauxhall Vectra C 2.2 SRI 2006 - Hoping for some help 26 Jul 2013 (Forum)
  Hello My Vectra has recently started to jump/misfire slightly when changeing gear and accelerating it jumps a couple of times then carrys on fine until i change gear accelerate then it jumps again then carrys on fine it runs nearly as normal aprt from jumpy when accelerating when
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  Should my wife buy a Volkswagen Golf Bluemotion? 30 Mar 2013 (Ask HJ)
  My wife is thinking of changing her two-door car for a four-door and likes the look of Volkswagen Golf Bluemotion 2010/11, but a mechanic friend said they...
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  Which hatchback for short journeys? 23 Mar 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I drive 8000 to 9000 miles per year, mostly shortish distances. I have to replace my Honda Accord diesel. I would like a 4-door saloon or hatchback, petrol...
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  Buying an estate car 10 Mar 2013 (Ask HJ)
  We are a newly married couple. We have two cars at the moment (Audi A3 1.6 2001 and a Golf 2.0 TDI 2004) and are looking to trade in both for an estate...
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  What does Peugeot 206 error code P1351 mean? 14 Feb 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I am trying to find out if anyone has the answer to this question. My daughter has a 206 1600 HDI. The car went into limp mode - it will not go over 3000...
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  Petrol or diesel Mercedes-Benz? 5 Feb 2013 (Ask HJ)
  Having recently retired I am looking to replace my company car which was the latest model Mercedes C250 diesel sport auto which I was more than satisfied...