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• Nissan Primera (1990 - 1996) - 1995 1.6LX replace thermostat - hard work ! 6 Sep 2008 (Forum)
  How hard can it be? Why is the area around the thermostat housing so cramped? Does the process of disconnecting & reconnecting the hose require the services of a contortionist? A wasted day, bad back and leaking coolant... Does anyone have any tips for phase II tomorrow? Nick.
• Citroen Xantia (1993 - 2000) - 97 1.9TD - oil in cooling system 28 May 2008 (Forum)
  My Xantia 1.9TD (1997) has suddenly pumped the contents of the sump into the cooling system such that black oil has erupted through the coolant filler cap (filler cap screwed fully in place)and is now dripping everywhere. Is this likely to be a cylinder head gasket blow or are there other
• Servicing. Rover 420 SLDi 27 Oct 2004 (Forum)
  Rover 420 SLDi. I had the coolant and brake fluid replaced yesterday for £37.50. ATS carried out the work. Their staff proved friendly and helpful. Well recommended. Two weeks ago they replaced the engine oil and filter, using Helix 10/40 & a Cooper filter for £22.99. All in a good place to use
• mayo in the oil filler 10 Apr 2002 (Forum)
  Hi, I just had a coolant leak fixed and an oil gasket replaced. The next day I saw some (not a lot) emulsion on the dipstick and can see more in the oil filler tube (on an MGF). Could this be caused by the engine being opened up to replace the gasket, letting moisture in, along with several days
• Fixing a pipe with a weld 4 Apr 2002 (Forum)
  Hi, My MGF has been in the garage (an MG Rover dealership) for over two weeks, waiting for new metal coolant pipes to be delivered. Apparently Rover are having probs with their parts dept. and things can take ages to be delivered. The garage are saying they can fix the leaking pipe welds
• Thermostat fluctuation 25 Mar 2001 (Forum)
  My 91H 205 D turbo has just had a third cambelt and a coolant change. I thought I noticed temp. fluctuations before, but it is now obvious that during a long run, once the thermostat opens (after 5-6 miles) the temp. continues to cycle up and down approx. every 40-50 seconds. Does this indicate
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  What causes engine oil emulsification? 12 May 2024 (Ask HJ)
  I changed the oil in my car, ran an engine flush, drained it and then put in new oil. However, now the oil has that awful emulsification - how did this...
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  What temperature should my MINI run at? 21 Sep 2022 (Ask HJ)
  Is 106 degrees celsius too hot for the engine of my 2007 MINI? The warning light has not come on but the bonnet gets very hot.
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  What is the best Rover 400 model to buy? 16 Sep 2019 (Ask HJ)
  I am thinking about buying a Rover 400. Is there a particularly good model or year? Is there a scheme or way of checking that a car is in reasonable condition...
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  Why is water getting into my footwell? 17 Jul 2019 (Ask HJ)
  My 2013 Ford Mondeo which I have owned for three years and never had any problems with, has recently got water in the footwell on the driver's side. There...
• Nissan Pathfinder - Nissan Pathfinder Head Gasket Gone Again... 16 Jun 2018 (Forum)
  did note that the area around the expansion tank was damp (the weather on the day was bright sunshine and high temperatures) and there was a pool of coolant below the expansion tank. I pulled over and called the green flag man to get me home. The vehicle starts fine and sounds normal. The only thing I
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  Why is my Daewoo Matix sluggish in first and second gear? 9 Feb 2017 (Ask HJ)
  My Daewoo Matiz feels sluggish in first and second gear. It jerks and I hear the exhaust knocking, what's the issue?
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  Skoda Octavia won't start when engine is warm 8 Sep 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 2008 Skoda Octavia diesel with a DSG gearbox and 40k on the clock. The car starts first thing, when the engine is cold, but doesn't start very...
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  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.
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  Starting problems with a Rover 214 30 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I have a Rover 214 SEI which won't start. It pours petrol into bores on cranking, causing the plugs to foul.
• Vauxhall Astra G Diesel - fans constantly running temp gauge not moving 27 Nov 2012 (Forum)
  engine coolant temperature circuit) (p0180 fuel temperature sensor a circuit) (p0380 glow plug/heater circuit a p0409 exhaust gas recirculation sensor a) the two fans start when the engine starts and go off about 2 minutes after the engine is turned off
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  Considering buying a Mercedes-Benz SL 10 Oct 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I am considering buyind a Mercedes Benz SL 350/500 from 2002-2006. I recall from your column that there were lots of problems with Mercedes engines...
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  Driving over the Alps - how to prepare? 10 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
  My car is in VGC but which mechanical/coolant/electricals should I have checked prior to crossing the Alps? The brakes are my number one task. Any advice...
• Mini one 2007 - Garage not fixing problem? Where do I stand legall 14 Jun 2012 (Forum)
  I had a coolant leak and the coolant exchange was replaced, this lasted for 6 months and needed replacing again, the garage did this under the parts warranty but since they have replaced this part I have had to take the car back to the garage about 4 times because the overheating warninglights keep
• Vauxhall Zafira A - fan and AC continuously running HELP 21 May 2012 (Forum)
  I have a problem with my Vauxhall Zafira comfort ( 2002 1.8) , although the car is running fine / hasnt broken down , I keep getting engine management light ( car with spanner) also when the engine is running the coolant yellow