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  Replacing a Focus with a modern counterpart 22 Jun 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I currently have a Focus (51 reg) as we are a family of 4. It is coming to an end and I am looking for a similar sized car, that is reliable and economical...
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  Gearchange is stiff when it's hot 22 Jun 2012 (Ask HJ)
  When the engine is cold the gear selection seems perfect. But when I have been in slow moving traffic for a while I cannot engage the lower gears and have...
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  Is the Lexus IS worth a look? 19 Jun 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I am thinking about purchasing a Lexus IS F-Sport diesel but I do not know much about the car. Is servicng dear, are they reliable, running costs, build...
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  Should our 2005 Vauxhall Corsa's timing belt be replaced? 16 Jun 2012 (Ask HJ)
  My in-laws run a 2005 Vauxhall Corsa 1.4 with 40,000 on the clock. They have been told that they need to replace the timing belt at an approximate cost...
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  Injector replacement linked to DPF problem? 5 Feb 2012 (Ask HJ)
  Just had 23H9 VW Passat injector recall done at Local VW dealer, after a couple of weeks and long distance runs DPF and engine management lights lit up....
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  Windscreen demist with the engine off 13 Dec 2011 (Ask HJ)
  Can you tell me if BMW 5 Series 2.0D SE has a system to demist the front screen without the engine running? Or was this something they used to have?
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  Tramlining tyres 26 Jul 2011 (Ask HJ)
  At times it feels as though the car is running in "tramlines". Tyres fitted are Bridgestone Potenza 225/45 R17. They now need replacing. Have you any recommendations...
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  Why are electric vehicles referred to as 'zero electric'? 4 Jul 2011 (Ask HJ)
  Why do all manufacturers insist on referring to electric cars as "Zero Electric" when quite blatantly they are not? Very misleading I think.
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  Vanishing water 20 Apr 2011 (Ask HJ)
  There's water loss somewhere, but I can't find out where. No visable signs of water loss. Engine runs well and there is plenty of power. No mayo in...
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  How important is the heat shield 21 Mar 2011 (Ask HJ)
  A heat shield at the back of my Vauxhall Astra H has fallen off. I think it protects the fuel tank but I'm not 100% sure. How important is it to get...
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  Jaguar X-Type 2002 problem 25 Dec 2010 (Ask HJ)
  After 10 min with the vehicle running with normal heat on all windows start misting up. I have taken to Jaguar who could not find a problem. I have used...
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  Is my Ford Escort's timing belt worn out? 21 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I hear a noise from my 1995 Ford Escort when at very low speed or when the car stands with the motor running. I open my cover and think the noise comes...
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  My Ford Mondeo consumes a lot of oil - why is this? 16 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
  i have a Ford Mondeo estate 1.8 LX on an 02 plate with 112,000 miles. I am using about one litre of oil every 100 miles, but otherwise the car runs fine....
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  Why do I have an anti-pollution fault light on in my Peugeot 307? 13 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
  The engine auto light is on in my Peugeot 307. The display shows 'Anti-Pollution Fault'. Can you help?
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  Insure rescued 6 Jun 2009 (Ask HJ)
  My wife and I are thinking of using one car instead of two. It would mean me scrapping my reliable old Peugeot and be the second driver on my wife's insurance...
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  I want to replace my aging Ford Ka with something reliable, but a bit more robust - what do you suggest? 2 Mar 2020 (Ask HJ)
  I'm looking to change my car in 6-12 months time. I drive a Ford Ka, which I have had since new and it will be six years old this year. I currently drive...
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  I have £13k to buy a new family car - what do you suggest? 24 Oct 2019 (Ask HJ)
  I'm thinking about a new family car to replace our Saab 9-5 Estate as it's 10 years old and very expensive to run. But it's also very nice to travel over...
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  Thanks for recommending Shell V Power fuel - I use it in my 1996 Cadillac Deville. 9 Aug 2012 (Ask HJ)
  Having read a number of car articles in the Daily Telegraph (yes, some of us in the "Colonies" do read material from outside our borders), I noted your...
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  Why aren't Fiat garages permitted to do warranty work on Abarth 500s? 21 Jan 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I was pleased to note that you had singled out the Abarth 500 as one of your favourite cars in a recent Telegraph Motoring feature. I'm still very much...
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  Runflat tired 6 Feb 2010 (Ask HJ)
  Regarding your suggesting of run-flats being a viable alternative to 'space savers', I would have to suggest a caveat is required. It is my understanding...