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  Corsa not starting 13 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I have a Vauxhall Corsa GLS 12v T Reg. If i have been on a long journey or stuck in traffic and say go into the shops for 10/15 mins it will not start...
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  Can I clarify the situation with Texaco fuels and additives? 15 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I read with interest your article headed "Shelling out on Fuel" and the comments regarding Texaco. Valero has maintained the Texaco brand and general infrastructure....
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  Why doesn't my friend's SEAT ST achieve its quoted fuel economy of 80mpg? 12 Jun 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I have a friend who lives near Stirling, three miles from the nearest main road. He does not receive the Telegraph and so missed out on your wisdom and...
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  I've created a graph showing the long-term fuel economy figures for my Audi A6. 12 May 2011 (Ask HJ)
  You ran an email on the usefulness and accuracy of official fuel economy figures, and mentioned you were adding the ability to log real life fuel consumption...
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  Hyped drid 31 Jan 2009 (Ask HJ)
  As a pensioner, I have to minimise the running costs of my car so I traded my 3-Series BMW for what I thought would be a much more economical car. I chose...
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  I'm worried about the full tank of petrol in my stored car during lockdown. Should I drain it? 17 Apr 2020 (Ask HJ)
  I do not expect to use my car for another three weeks due to the coronavirus lockdown. It has already been stored in the garage for three weeks. I'm following...
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  Apart from premium fuel, how do I stop my direct injection petrol engine becoming clogged? 1 Nov 2017 (Ask HJ)
  I've recently bought a Toyota Auris with the 1.2 turbo petrol engine (and am very pleased with it so far). I intend to keep it for a good long time; at...
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  What should I do to prepare my car for winter storage? 9 Oct 2017 (Ask HJ)
  At the end of the month I will put my Mazda MX5 in an outside carcoon for the winter months. Have you any tips on tasks that should be done before and...
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  How far will the MX-5 travel on a single tank of fuel? 21 Apr 2015 (Ask HJ)
  I'm interested in buying a used (2006 onwards) Mazda MX-5 with a folding hard top. What sort of range does it have? Will I be able to do 300 miles per...
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  How can I extend the life of my Clio? 9 Apr 2014 (Ask HJ)
  My wife's 2006 Renault Clio 1.5 diesel has covered 80,000 miles and recently suffered fuel pump failure. A new fuel pump and sensor, plus reconditioned...
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  Ford Focus - should I repair it again? 3 Feb 2014 (Ask HJ)
  The timing belt has snapped on my 2009 Ford Focus. The car has covered 156,000 miles and I have had the car repaired, with new valves, pistons, clutch...
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  Must I fit replacement injectors and fuel pump to my 2003 Mondeo? 28 Dec 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 2003 Mondeo 2.0TDCI which has just turned 100,000 on the clock and well maintained. The computer warning light has been coming on periodically...
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  Has anyone tested the mpg figures across different fuel brands? 21 Sep 2013 (Ask HJ)
  Assuming identical driving conditions, should similar miles-per-gallon be achieved no matter which fuel company's products are used? Have results been...
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  What's causing my Mazda MX-5 to shudder under acceleration? 7 Sep 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I have just bought a 2008 Mazda MX-5 2.0 Sport RC from a franchised dealer, the car was serviced in April by the dealer and has 45,000 on the clock. After...
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  Engine runs OK, but cuts out when I slow down - what can I do? 5 Aug 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I have problems with the engine on my Ford Tourneo. When I slow down to stop, the engine will cut out. Had a new fuel filter fitted, but after a week started...
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  Increasinbg fuel consumption - is this normal? 7 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I own a 2007 VW Passat 2.0 SEL TDI 170 DSG Estate which has covered about 75,000 miles. Until June it was averaging just over 42mpg on a combined cycle...
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  Starting problem with Saab 9-3 27 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I have a starting issues with my Saab 9-3. Glow plugs, injectors and ECT valve have been changed, and a new battery fitted, but still fails to start when...
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  My MGF won't start in the rain 6 Aug 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I have owned my MGF for a long while but recently it will not start in the rain, so I have to shut the fuel off and turn it over - then it fires up and...
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  What is causing my E-Class Mercedes-Benz to break down, and will Mercedes-Benz be liable after my warranty expires? 5 May 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I have an E-Class Mercedes that I absolutely love to drive, but have had two breakdowns due to a fault in the fuel injection system. Mercedes has provided...
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  Which fuel should I use in my 1968 Volkswagen Beetle? 28 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I have just spent nearly £7000 having a 1968 Volkswagen Beetle 1200 restored, in addition to paying nearly £2000 four years ago for a new Vega engine....