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  Yeti automatic doesn't engage at low speeds 27 Nov 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I have driven many different autos for over 20 years, but can't master control of my Skoda Yeti. When wanting to pull away, I gently depress the accelerator,...
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  Can I recover the cost of repair on this used car? 23 Mar 2013 (Ask HJ)
  A 56 plate Ford Focus bought from Trader required new front brake pads & discs within 3 weeks of purchase. Am I in my rights to expect at least a large...
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  Servicing query 3 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
  My other half has a 2005 Vw Golf 1.9 TDI. She does around 30000 on the clock annually. My question is as she is doing high mileage how often should we...
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  Ripped off by a 'Good Garage'? 12 Aug 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I took my 1993 Mazda MX5 for a service and got a phone call to say that the left front brake caliper was leaking brake fluid and needed to be replaced...
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  Our Nissan Micra has developed an ABS fault due to corrosion - should Nissan repair this? 4 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
  My wife has just taken her 2008 Nissan Micra to the local Nissan dealer because the ABS light was on and has been told that the ABS system needs replacing,...
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  Why does my Volkswagen Transporter's DSG automatic gearbox lag before responding to the accelerator? 20 Nov 2010 (Ask HJ)
  My new Volkswagen T5 Transporter 2.0TDI 140PS has a DSG gearbox with a hazard. After slowing down for a junction or roundabout there's several seconds...
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  Cruiser control 28 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I have purchased a Toyota LandCruiser LC 3.0 diesel automatic for towing our caravan. It was registered in November 2008. I am getting quite reasonable...
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  Why doesn't our warranty cover brake disc pitting on our Mercedes-Benz A-Class? 14 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
  My wife has a Merecedes-Benz A-Class bought just over a year ago from one of the car supermarkets. It still has outstanding warranty on it and runs well....
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  Polos apart 3 Oct 2009 (Ask HJ)
  My wife and I bought a three-year old Polo TDi from a VW dealer in Nottinghamshire, as an approved used car. After only six weeks of owning it, it needed...
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  I need a reliable, sub-£10k vehicle to tow a horsebox. What do you advise? 13 Jan 2021 (Ask HJ)
  I'm looking for a good tow car under £10,000 to tow a horsebox with minimum braked towing weight of 3000kg. Running cost and reliability are most important.
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  Why does my Renault Megane pull to the right? 28 Feb 2020 (Ask HJ)
  I've got a 2004 Renault Megane. The car is pulling to the right when accelerating. And after braking the car feels like it's dragging. I'm confused, any...
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  Ford C-Max - "Limited EPB" warning light 18 Oct 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I own a Ford C-Max 1.6 diesel. For the past two week, the car has started displaying a message on start up. The message says “Limited EPB” but goes away...
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  Big car service - what items should be replaced? 21 Aug 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 2009 Volkswagen Golf Plus 2.0 TDI. It has done 45,000 miles and is coming up for its next service. Can you tell me what big items will need replacing...
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  Ford Fiesta slows down and speeds up itself at 70mph - what's going on? 24 Feb 2014 (Ask HJ)
  My Ford Fiesta diesel, which has done 80,000 miles, has stated acting odd. At around 70 mph I start gently rocking back and forth in the seat - it feels...
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  Maybe cyclists should create some noise to alert car drivers, like motorcyclists? 26 Oct 2013 (Ask HJ)
  With regard to the millions of pounds to be spent on safer cycling infrastructure, is there any truth in the rumour that cyclists are to be required by...
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  Can you recommend a new automatic? 10 Jul 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 2003 Honda Civic automatic that I want to change. I have difficulty using the automatic gearshifts, where you have to press a spring loaded 'latch'...
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  Tail of too skittish 29 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
  You recommended placing least-worn tyres on the rear wheels, contrary to my belief over many years driving. This was confirmed by a few other motorists...
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  Engine power measurement 16 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
  Brake Horse Power = bhp. My Honda Civic engine shows PS and Kw. What is PS, as I do not see other manufacturers using this measurement when I want...
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  Can I legally drive with no shoes on? 15 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
  For many years now I have frequently driven without footwear, having experienced the welt of some shoes catching the pedals when bringing the foot back....
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  Are the police now using mobile speed cameras at night? 19 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
  Travelling North along the A34 approaching the Pear Tree intersection Oxford at around 7.30pm on 18 November, I witnessed a lot of traffic braking violently...