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  Leasing a new company car 24 Jan 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I have the possibility of buying a company car (renting). What will be better, a fully-equipped Passat, Mondeo or Mazda 6, or a basic BMW 5-Series (also...
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  Winter wheels and tyres 8 Dec 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I am thinking that to have a spare set of winter wheels and tyres would be a good idea, as I have heard they are much better for grip and braking at temperatuires...
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  Is there a known problem with the FIAT 500's stop-start system? 10 Oct 2010 (Ask HJ)
  Please can you tell me if you are aware of an engine management problem on the FIAT 500? I understand there have been a number of complaints. I have had...
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  How can I trace my Ford Mondeo's service history? 15 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I have bought an 08/58 Ford Mondeo but the service book is missing. I've been unable to trace the service history to confirm anything. It was sold via...
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  Why is my Citroen C5's anti-pollution warning light coming on? 13 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
  My Citroen C5 1.8 LX petrol has developed a fault. As I was driving along the motorway the little orange engine symbol lit up. The car drives and functions...
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  What should I pay for a 52-plate Volkswagen T4 van? 11 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I might have the chance of a Volkswagen T4 2.5TDI, 888 X-Pack, plus Volkswagen-fitted air conditioning. One owner from new, 79,000 miles, 52 plate, an...
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  I changed my Peugeot 306's central locking receiver - does the whole system need recoding? 23 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I've got a W-reg Peugeot 306 1.4 and my central locking doesn't work. I've changed the battery in my key fob and I've also changed the receiver unit in...
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  Spare a thought 21 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
  My wife recently purchased a 2009 Ford Fiesta Zetec S fitted with 4 stud, 205/40 ZR 17 sized wheels and tyres. Unfortunately it came with a compressor...
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  Can you recommend a specialist to look at my Volvo S80's ABS? 5 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 2000 Volvo S80, mileage 112,000. The ABS light has come on and my main dealer says the part will need replacing at an overall cost of roughly...
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  Just diesing 24 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I refer to you an item in Sundays lifestyle regarding VAG`s 2.0 litre Diesel engines. For the benefit of someone who is non technical could you explain...
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  Is the 2005 Audi A4's Multitronic gearbox reliable? 23 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I am considering purchasing a 2005 (B7?) Audi A4 3.2 FSI with only 21,000 miles, but I have concerns about the Multitronic gearbox. The 3.2 appears to...
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  What's causing a noise to come from my Nissan Micra's clutch when starting? 15 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I have a Nissan Micra Twister, S-reg (1998 model) manual, 1.0-litre engine. When I start it, pressing down the clutch pedal (whether in neutral or in gear),...
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  Will Mercedes-Benz contribute to the cost of repairing my 2006 ML320's steering rack? 27 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
  My 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML320 Sport has developed a leak of power steering fluid from the steering rack after four years. They have said the steering rack...
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  How can we remove black paint from our 2008 Alfa Romeo 147's bodywork? 26 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
  Our car 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 has been splashed with what appears to be black paint. I've tried tar remover, white spirits and elbow grease, but nothing...
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  Which 4x4 offers low running costs, good reliability and can tow 2500kg? 22 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I am looking to buy an older 4x4 for towing horses. I have owned a number and understand the pitfalls, however cannot seem to find one that is cheapish...
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  What's causing our Citroen C5's air con to blow hot and cold simultaneously? 17 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
  My Citroen C5 2.2 HDi 2001 model's air conditioning blows hot air on the passenger side and cold air on the driver's side when the temperature is set at...
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  Fiestive spirit 5 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
  My mother-in-law has a Y reg Ford Fiesta 1,600 16v S and she is looking to replace it with something similar but more up to date (not brand new). She has...
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  XF actor 15 May 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I'm considering buying a 2008 Jaguar XF with 2.7-litre diesel engine. Mileage is 60,000 and I would like an opinion if this high mileage might give problems...
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  Alcoholic anonymous 17 Oct 2009 (Ask HJ)
  Now living in Australia I have acquired a second-hand six-year-old Honda Jazz at auction with 165,000 kilometres on the clock - only an average mileage...
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  Much sport after 3 Oct 2009 (Ask HJ)
  I do 70 mile daily commute on the M5 so low gearing discounts the Civic Type R for me. What about the Honda Civic 2.2 turbo diesel? I read about it on...