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• KIA makes history as leading quality brand 19 Nov 2016 (Forum)
  Not long ago I'd never have contemplated buying a Kia. Very impressed by the Ceed, great looking car, should be many more on the roads. Wonder why not more. https://www.kia.co.nz/about-kia/kia-news/kia-makes-history-as-leading-quality-brand/
• "Novelty" jump leads-any good? 19 Nov 2008 (Forum)
  I was wandering around the car accessory department of a supermarket the other day and saw a set of jump leads that work from the cigar lighter socket. Are these things any good? I would be a bit wary myself but just wondered if any BR users had any experience of them?
• HT leads needed for Volvo 850 T5 6 Mar 2003 (Forum)
  Does anyone here know where i can get hold of a set of original quality HT leads for this car. Volvo main dealers are quoting me £78 inc vat, and i dont want to pay this much unless i have to. Ben
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  In which order do I refit the HT leads on my Volkswagen LT35? 30 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I've bought a Volkswagen LT35 and someone has pulled the HT leads off the dizzy cap and the plugs. I don't know how to put them back and in what order...
• Leading traffic officer fined over speed 29 Dec 2006 (Forum)
  http://tinyurl.com/yyk3ud madf
• MINI Cooper SD plus options - Lead times on new MINI 1 Oct 2014 (Forum)
  If you configure your own MINI, starting with a Cooper SD and add various options and packs,  what kind of lead time are you looking at these days?  If I ordered a car in October would I get it before XMAS?   Thanks
• Ford Ka - can anyone tell me how to correctly use jump leads 16 May 2011 (Forum)
  my ford ka has a flat battery, ive got the jump leads and my vw beetle running, help what is the correct way to connect the batteries and start my ka. Many thanks
• "Lead In" Models 13 Aug 2001 (Forum)
  I have seen cars advertised with the above description. What does this mean, exactly? Thanks MMJ
• Mazda Mazda 2 (2003 - 2007) - 07 1.4 Coil pack and HT leads. 31 May 2008 (Forum)
  Experienced poor running since mid-March 2008. Dealer diagnosed that the coil pack needed replacing and replaced this on May 6th. Then diagnosed that the HT lead was corroded and needed replacing. They cobbled together a HT lead together from another car to keep the two running. I had booked
• Ford Fusion 2 (2003) - Coil pack/leads! 4 May 2013 (Forum)
  My Fusion started to misfire at 1500-2000 revs - just fine at idle, and pretty much OK after 2000 as well ... all gears. No problems when coming down the revs. Garage put in new coilpack and HT leads (just had new plugs at service). This sorted the problem and the car was silky smooth
• Ford Mondeo 2-litre petrol, '54 reg - Lead/acid, calcium or silver battery 5 Apr 2012 (Forum)
  I don't know when Ford started fitting their 'smart' charge system. I know that lead/acid isn't advisable with it, but how do I tell if 'smart' charge. The handbook doesn't help.
• Ford Fiesta (2000 - 2002) - 00 1.3 Changing ht leads 8 Nov 2009 (Forum)
  Hi, Just wondering if someone could help me getting to the coil pack on the endura engine. It's hidden behind the engine and I'm just wondering the best method to getting to it. All i'm trying to do is change the HT leads. Thanks a lot.
• 306 pug n reg 19 Dec 2006 (Forum)
  please somebody help i bought lexus style back lights for my pug they fit perfect on the car but the leads are diffrent to connect can i buy other leads i think they are phase 2 and not phase 1 lights and where if possible i can buy the leads thanks for your help if anyone can ta tam
• High spec HT Leads for Mk1 Granada 12 Sep 2005 (Forum)
  Hi, Does anyone know the best place to get a high performance/quality set of HT leads for a 1977 Mk1 Ford Granada 3.0? My current ones are prone to breaking down when the car gets too warm. A certain car parts superstore isn't much help.
• Changing Omega V6 HT leads 4 Apr 2004 (Forum)
  I have been assured that my HT leads need changing because of a missfire when it gets hot. A new set of plugs seem to do the trick but when it gets to 1000 to 2000 miles it starts to miss again. Can anyone let me know how to get to the dis between the bulkhead and the left bank ?.
• Skoda CitigoYeti 1.2 petrol - Supermarket fuel 3 Aug 2013 (Forum)
  Vehicle under 2 years old. Engine running rough. Simpsons of Colne discovered that number 3 plug lead was burned out. Diagnosed cause to be use of supermarket (Morrisons) fuel. Therefore not covered by warranty. Cost me £183 for new lead and 4 new plugs. I was shewn neither lead nor plugs
• Ford Focus II (2004 - 2007) - 03 1.6 Lead or Calcium Batteries 23 Nov 2008 (Forum)
  I think I will shortly need a new battery for my 1.6 petrol Focus. The question is do i have to replace the current battery with another Calcium battery or can I just use a regular lead acid battery, will this harm the alternator etc ?
• Fog lights left on leads to jail 17 May 2006 (Forum)
  http://www.portsmouthtoday.co.uk/ViewArticle2.aspx?SectionID=455&ArticleID=1501535
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  Can all makes of electric car be charged from the same charger? 5 Nov 2018 (Ask HJ)
  I am thinking of buying an electric car and having a home charging point fitted. Can all makes of car be charged from the same charger? Or will I need...
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  Should I buy a lead acid or calcium battery? 25 Sep 2018 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 1999 Morgan +4. Should I buy a lead acid or a calcium battery? My last battery was a Halfords lead acid and lasted seven years.