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  Mazda CX-3 blocked heater matrix - will my warranty cover it? 22 Feb 2022 (Ask HJ)
  I have a Mazda CX-3, which I bought from new from a Mazda dealer. It has a full service history and 14,500 miles. As of the past few months the air conditioning...
• Renault Grand Scenic - Dangerous fault 2 days after signing waiver 10 Dec 2018 (Forum)
  Hopefully this is the right place for advice. I bought a Grand Scenic on Wednesday 28th November and paid using my credit card. On the test drive the air con made a whistling noise and there was some vibration when I hit about 75 mph. Apart from these issues the car seemed to be ok for its age
• too darn hot 22 Jan 2002 (Forum)
  when doing a steady 50, than when working the engine harder whilst "making progress" along a motorway. result: I'm getting a bit peeved at having the sunroof open to keep the car cool when on the motorway! in case someone suggests using the air-con to lower the temperature, that is kinda pointless
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  Condensation problem - Subaru Legacy estate 27 Nov 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I have an 09 reg Subaru Legacy Boxer Diesel Estate. From new, every Winter, I get really bad condensation inside the vehicle. Last Winter, I had to de-ice...
• Honda Jazz - Used car - cigarette smoke through vents 5 Dec 2017 (Forum)
  I've recently bought a used car that was owned by a smoker. The interior valet seems to have got rid of most of the smell. However, when running the heating there is a lot of cigarette smell coming through.  This is without running the air con. Is there anything I can do to get rid
• Citreon Xantia - Red Stop Light on 2000 model xantia 10 Jul 2012 (Forum)
  I have a 2000 model Citreon Xantia 2.0HDI (90bhp with air con) and the red stop light flashes intermittenly with the red light on the temp gauge,  I have changed the two fan motors in front of the rad twice and the lights stopped for a short while but now back again, I also noticed recently
• Renault Kangoo II combi (2004 - 2008) - 04 1.5d coolant change 26 Apr 2009 (Forum)
  I want to change the coolant on our 1.5dci with air con. Usually this job is straightforward - remove bottom hose , empty , fill and bleed but I can't find an easy way to get at the bottom hose to let the coolant out. Any one had experience of this vehicle? Also can someone confirm the volume
• Proton Savvy (2006 - ) - Thoughts on buying one ? 23 Jun 2008 (Forum)
  parking sensors, air con etc) 1,168 miles on the clock = £4999 Sounds a great price for a car with less than 1200 miles on the clock....
• Volkswagen Sharan (1995 - 2009) - 99 1.9 electrical fault 24 May 2008 (Forum)
  i have a 99 diesal sharan with air con. I have just replaced the reciever drier and gassed the system but the compresor wont kick in when i press the switch in the car. The fans come on but thats it. I have tested the compresor by putting live to it when the engine is running and the system works
• Overpriced? 11 Apr 2007 (Forum)
  Daihatsu Charade 1.3 LXi 99 on V reg, 70k. Its the base model so no elec windows etc but it does have air con which was optional, so its a strange spec anyway. Its at a Daihatsu dealer up for £1990 Sounds like really strong money to me? Problem is, it doesnt appear in any price guides that I can
• Ford Fiesta Heater control circuit board 27 Dec 2006 (Forum)
  Have a very hot (cabin) ford fiesta. The hot and cold switch now only works on hot all the time. When I took the switch apart to see the problem I was presented with a circuit board (the car is 02 with air con). If I remove the circuit board from the car it runs cold in the cabin. Having replaced
• Buying Skoda Octavia - anything to look 4 Jan 2006 (Forum)
  Finally got a pay-out from my insurers, and have found a nice 99 T-plate 1.6 GLXi, with Alloys & Air-Con, for £2.1K, which seems good for a 53K car. Engine same as my Beetle 1.6, the 100bhp one, so I know what to look for there - anything else go wrong on these as a whole I should look
• Yes...another whats it worth thread..... 14 Oct 2004 (Forum)
  Mercedes CLK 230 Kompressor Avantgarde 2000 V Manual,66k,FSH (MB apart from last one), electric seats, windows MB radio/tape CD multichanger, multiple airbags. Taxed and tested for about 5 months more. Multi function steering wheel, air con. Only thing it hasnt got is leather. Obviously its only
• your thoughts on Rover 618 8 Oct 2003 (Forum)
  I have a chance of a Rover 618 1999 with full leather interior ,Air con, FSH. Mint condition but with 107,000 miles on the clock priced around £1800 (buying from my company) Do these cars stand up to high milage? Im really tempted but the milage is doing my head in!!! Ive had a couple of BMWs
• How does one fix a snapped off bolt 9 Sep 2003 (Forum)
  Further to my previous thread http://www.honestjohn.co.uk/forum/post/index.htm?f=4&t=14891 The clowns who fitted my engine did not put the air con unit back on properly and consequently one of the bolts has snapped off leaving the whole full of half a bolt. I have been advised the engine
• Instant economy! 27 May 2003 (Forum)
  what. The mileometer is currently on 341 and the fuel warning light has yet to come on. Just how was this fantastic improvement achieved? I turned the air con off.
• Best turbo diesel car for under £5k? 8 May 2003 (Forum)
  With a budget of £5000, I want (obviously) an economical car, but at the same time a fun car - decent acceleration and a nice chassis. Comfort and safety are important too, so I want dual airbags, air con and abs. In fact, any feature beginning with A would be good! Oh and I don't want a 'birds
• Citroen Xsara HDi Coupe 17 Nov 2002 (Forum)
  Hi, I've been offered a brand new Xsara Coupe HDi for £9,600 and wondered if its a good deal? Its fully loaded - Air-con, 6 CD, Cruise Control (I think), alloys etc. I've been told that it has an 80bhp engine, although when I checked on the Citroen site, it indicates that it has the Peugeot
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  What is causing an intermittent squealing noise from my 1998 Vauxhall Corsa? 26 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
  My 1998 Vauxhall Corsa 1.6 petrol has started making an intermittent squealing noise. If I switch the air conditioning on then the noise goes away completely,...
• BMW E46 wire broken in arch liner 24 Jun 2006 (Forum)
  a green wire which has been shredded. I thought maybe it was for front fogs or something else around the front of the car. Nothing seemed to be malfunctioning but as the sun came out one lovely day I discovered that my air-con does not work. It makes noises like it is working but there is absolutely