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Ford Fiesta Mk5 2005 - Fiesta Mk5 cooling system 11 Jul 2018 (Forum)
Alps. It performed fine but at one viewpoint stop I noticed a sizzling noise coming from the bonnet and on investigation the coolant was actually simmering and a bit of pressure released from the cap - though the coolant level hadn't noticeably dropped. I let it cool and continued -
My 2013 Ford Focus needs a new engine - what are my consumer rights? 12 Mar 2018 (Ask HJ)
My 2013 Ford Focus 1.0 suffered engine problems at 58,000 miles. Ford has diagnosed that it needs a new engine. Ford know this three-cylinder engine has... -
My heater only works on the highest setting - can I fix it myself? 23 Jan 2018 (Ask HJ)
The heater in my 2002 Vauxhall Vectra has stopped working. Also the fan only works on the highest setting. What parts do I need and is it easy to fix it... -
Why does the temperature gauge go into the red when going uphill and return back to normal on flat ground? 24 Jan 2017 (Ask HJ)
I just had the timing belt, water pump and exhaust sensor changed after finding a leak. Now, when the car is going uphill the temperature gauge is going... -
AVENSIS CAR OVERHEATING - POSSIBLE CAUSES 24 Dec 2015 (Ask HJ)
I drive a 2013 Toyota Avensis but recently starts to overheat in traffic if the air-conditioner (A/C) is on. The cooling system will stop working immediately... -
White oily sludge in breather pipes - what is it? 12 Oct 2015 (Ask HJ)
have a Corsa 1.2 from 2009 and have recently found white oily gunk in the breather pipes from the rocker cover to the air filter pipe that connects to... -
1.3CDTi Vaux Combo Van, 05 reg - Coolant loss mystery? 12 May 2015 (Forum)
Hubby's Combo is losing water but we cannot find where its going. Noticed the expansion tank was completely empty last weekend. Topped up,... -
Erratic temp gauge - should I be concerned? 15 Apr 2014 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2005 MG ZT-T diesel with 69,000 miles - up to the last 3000 miles the needle on the engine temp has always stayed at the half way bar on the gauge... -
Nissan Note cutting out 20 Feb 2013 (Ask HJ)
I have 2008 Nissan Note which has started to cut out in traffic but it starts first time. After starting it is very slow and rough and pick up. Engine... -
X-trail cuts out when hot and won't restart untill totally cold 2 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
We have a 2002 2.5-litre petrol Nissan X-Trail. The first sign of an issue was the 'check engine light' coming on every now and then. The problem has now... -
Turbocharged car or horse? 22 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
I've noticed that today, most mid to large petrol cars now have turbo assistance for better fuel economy. I need such a car to replace my Mondeo, but would... -
Error codes after diesel filter change 12 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
Every time the diesel filter is changed on my Citroen Xsara the engine manangement light stays meaning a loss of power when driven hard through gears and... -
Corsa not starting 13 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
I have a Vauxhall Corsa GLS 12v T Reg. If i have been on a long journey or stuck in traffic and say go into the shops for 10/15 mins it will not start... -
Head gasket on Corsa 11 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
I have a 56 plate Vauxhall Corsa with 40,000 miles. I have taken it to garage as it is losing water and when checked the oil and water are mixing. The... -
Condensation creating emulsified oil in a Suzuki Wagon R 4 Jan 2012 (Ask HJ)
My Suzuki Wagon R oil cap had a lot of 'cream' in it. I was worried that coolant has gone into engine, but later a local garage identified it as a design... -
Immobiliser problems with a 1994 Ford Fiesta 3 Jan 2012 (Ask HJ)
My Fiesta starts and runs then cuts out... I think it is an immoboliser problem. I would like to know if the light (by the clock) is supposed to on or... -
Vauxhall Corsa - 'mayo' in the breather pipe. 22 Nov 2011 (Ask HJ)
We have an 09 reg Corsa 1.2 that has 62k on the clock. We have had it since new and it has a full Vauxhall service history. At the weekend the breather... -
Should I pay £650 for a new air conditioning switch that failed whilst the car was in the garage? 12 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
My car went into a local garage for a replacement radiator. When I collected the car the air conditioning wasn't working and the next day a coolant warning... -
The perils of overeating 3 Apr 2010 (Ask HJ)
I have a Golf VR6. The car has started to overheat so I’ve pulled over to let it cool down. I’ve then topped it up with water, started the engine with... -
Ford Mondeo III (2000 - 2007) - 05 2.0 TDCi Overcooling 18 Feb 2010 (Forum)
The coolant temperature used to reach the middle of the normal range in about 4 miles and stay there, except when coasting downhill for a significant period. Recently, I have found it can only reach and maintain the normal temperature if speeds of 55-60mph are maintained and drops away rapidly as I