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  • Honda Jazz - Honda Jazz 1.2 (Manual) Gear Problems 26 Feb 2013 (Forum)
    Hi, The car is just over 3 years old and run about 20000 miles, I had it for about 11 months. I noticed a few problems: 1. Sometimes, the reverse gear won't go in, have to depressing the clutch again for it to go in, but it doesn't happen all the time. 2. Selecting down 2nd
  • 2005 vectra 3.0cdti - 2005 vauxhall vectra 3.0 cdti Sri diesel keeps cut 22 Feb 2013 (Forum)
    . Done about 70 miles. Decided to put my foot to the floor and then back to the same issue. It runs like its running out of fuel then stalls. Then I put the car into park mode turn the key a 3 or 4 times and way she goes with a few coughs then it seems to correct itself. Just gone out it in agin
  • Which car would make a good runaround for my parents? 16 Feb 2013 (Ask HJ)
    My parents are in their 60s and looking for a new car. They don't want anything flash, just something small and reliable that isn't too expensive to run....
  • Vauxhall Zafira: Starting problems 20 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
    My Vauxhall Zafira 1.6 won't run. Starts for two seconds and then cuts out.
  • New Polo or used Golf? The GTI question. 12 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
    I currently drive a Scirocco 210 GT which I love, but the very wide doors make exit difficult in car parks. I can afford a new Polo GTI or a year old Golf...
  • Is the DPF in a Volkswagen Golf covered under warranty? 5 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
    Is the DPF in a VW Golf covered under warranty? Car now in limp mode after the DPF did not regenerate. After doing what was recommended in manual,...
  • Cold comfort, firm 29 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
    Please suggest winter tyres suitable for a 2009 Ford Fiesta Titanium currently sporting 16inch alloys with 195/45, low profile tyres. I propose to...
  • Scottish Ferry Road Equivalent Tariff (RET) 26 Dec 2012 (Forum)
    /journey, the RET rate/mile is out of all proportion to HMRC's rate/mile and equally out of proportion to the actual cost of running a car . In my book, the RET mileage rate is over 3 times the actual cost of running a car and still
  • Windscreen cleaning problems 16 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
    My windscreen is not cleaning properly. I have changed the wipers twice and I still have patches which remain unclear. I have taken advice and so far have...
  • Winter tyre problem 6 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
    Why cant I source a supplier of All Seasons tyres, ideally run flat, for my MINI? Current tyres are 225/45R18. MINI wants nearly £1500 and goodness-knows-how-much...
  • Kia Sportage 2006 CRDI - Odd coolant leak 15 Nov 2012 (Forum)
    noticed the following: - The cap seems to work, as when you release it you get some pressure release (much less when fully cold) - When the engine is running and hot, I can't see any coolant leaking - An hour or so later, there is a little bit of coolant showing in the overflow pipe
  • Looking to buy a second hand car 5 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
    I am looking at a secondhand Honda Jazz 1.4DSI that is on a 04-plate. The car has 91,000 miles on the clock, and the price is £2690. I will be a weekend...
  • Engine specs and gearing 26 Oct 2012 (Ask HJ)
    I have just purchased a 2012 Kia Cee'd. I have had diesel for the past 15 years, all Volkswagen Group PD then CR. I find that this car has no response...
  • Peugeot 307 (90) Hdi - Peugeot 307Hdi (90) - Noises and a few faults.. 11 Oct 2012 (Forum)
    for this?  I did the oil and filter a few weeks back, i ran a litre of engine flush for 10mins before new oil, plus i ran some redex injector cleaner on a low tank. Im not sure if its related but ever since i have had a noisy engine that kind of clears bang on 3000rpm, if it helps it sounds like when you run
  • Should I sell to a restorer/ 6 Oct 2012 (Ask HJ)
    I have inherited a 1966 Fiat 600. It is in resonable condition but has not run for 10 years and needs serious work to restore it to its former glory. A...
  • Which small CVT auto? 26 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
    Having been burnt by expensive replacement of a failed CVT on current car, I wish to replace with a new or used small to medium car with a reliable AND...
  • Replacement for Vauxhall Zafira? Not necessarily an MPV 22 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
    I need to replace my Vauxhall Zafira and am unsure what to replace it with. Only use the boot space for camping but am happy to tow a trailer instead...
  • Starting trouble with an Audi A3 20 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
    I have just had my injectors replaced as part of a recall by Audi. They replaced the injectors but not the looms. Since getting the car back - when left...
  • DPF in Golf Mk5 14 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
    I've been looking at replacing my ageing Mk4 Golf GT TDi. After considering many options of new, I have decided the sensible financial option for now maybe...
  • Petrol or diesel executive car? 8 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
    I do short journeys, mostly up to 4 miles, with occassional long journeys. I like BMW 5 Series or maybe C-Class estates and prefer 6 cylinder engines. My...
 

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