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  Does my Ford Mondeo have a blocked catalytic converter? 3 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I have the 2.0-litre petrol 2001 Ford Mondeo Duratec. It has suddenly started to misfire and bring out an awful eggy smell, then the engine light came...
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  Why is my Volkswagen Golf III overheating? 2 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I have a problem were my Volkswagen Golf III TDI is overheating. It seems to use a lot of water. I have checked both radiator hoses, and both are hot when...
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  Why is my 1996 Ford Fiesta losing power and spluttering? 23 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 1996 1.3 HCS-engined Ford Fiesta. It starts perfectly and ticks over fine, but when under load it lacks any sort of power and splutters a lot....
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  Strained relationship 24 Apr 2010 (Ask HJ)
  Your website refers to the oil strainer problem leading to engine failure of VAG 2.0 TDIs. In the 3.5 years I have had my Skoda Superb 2.0TDI, I have had...
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  Passed perfect 18 Apr 2009 (Ask HJ)
  Many thanks your very swift reassurances as to the legality of nearside overtaking, albeit in very specific circumstances. You have clarified the situation...
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  Why has the delivery of my new Audi A5 been delayed by nearly three months? 2 Nov 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I ordered and paid a deposit for an Audi A5 2.0 TDI to my specification on August 17 2010 and was assured that a delivery before the year's end would not...
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  Should drivers give way to cars joining from a side road? 17 Jun 2022 (Ask HJ)
  Down here in the South East, a habit seems to have developed where drivers stop to let other drivers out of a side road onto the main road. This is very...
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  Bird droppings are destroying my paintwork and BMW rejected the warranty claim. What do you think? 22 Jul 2020 (Ask HJ)
  I own a MINI Countryman - which I purchased new in September 2017. As well as the usual warranty, the paintwork is guaranteed for three years. The car...
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  Power struggle 15 Sep 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I have been experiencing an intermittent problem with my Mazda 3 1.6d TS2 engine that suddenly loses power as the car comes out of a corner in second gear....
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  Will supermarket fuel damage my engine? 21 Aug 2024 (Ask HJ)
  I have read recently it is not good to use petrol from supermarkets as it does not have the same additives as regular garages and can lead to engine problems...
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  Are there any recalls on Peugeot's PureTech 1.2-litre engines? 11 Apr 2023 (Ask HJ)
  I'm buying a new car. Are there any recalls on Peugeot's PureTech 1.2-litre engines?
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  Can I insist on an OEM windscreen replacement through my insurance? 15 Oct 2019 (Ask HJ)
  Yesterday my windscreen was hit by a flying pebble. A 'spider's web' has appeared in the screen and a replacement is required. Can I insist on an OEM replacement?
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  Are there special dispensations for older cars without speedometers when it comes to average speed cameras? 13 Mar 2019 (Ask HJ)
  Cars made before 1932 do not have to have a speedometer. Are there any special dispensations for these cars when they pass through camera controlled average...
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  Are the known tyre sensor faults on my Renault Clio grounds for it to be replaced? 25 Apr 2017 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 2015 Renault Clio with approx 18 months warranty remaining. I've had persistent trouble with the tyre sensors malfunctioning and have had three...
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  What battery should I use in my Triumph Spitfire? 21 Apr 2017 (Ask HJ)
  I have a classic but every (fairish) day use Triumph Spitfire. The battery deteriorates in reliability if left unused for a while. Should I get a standard...
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  Volkswagen Golf gearbox failure at 62.000 miles 21 Sep 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I've been told that I have a major oil leak from the gearbox of my Volkswagen Golf. The gearbox has covered 62,000 miles and Volkswagen states that the...
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  How can I replace the heater blower resistor in a Fiesta? 12 Jan 2016 (Ask HJ)
  The heater blower resistor on my 2012 Ford Fiesta needs replacing for the third time. I am trying to fit a replacement but cant remove the plastic screw that...
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  Volkswagen Golf 1.4 TSI or other? 2 Jun 2015 (Ask HJ)
  My daughter wants a secondhand car. Her budget is £7000 and she set her heart on a Volkswagen Golf. She is a keen road cyclist so would like to put her...
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  Why does my Honda CR-V judder at low speeds? 24 May 2015 (Ask HJ)
  I own a Honda CR-V diesel (2008 model). When I turn the steering wheel at slow speeds the car judders. Any idea why this might be happening?
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  Hyundai Genesis Coupe DMF failure 5 Mar 2015 (Ask HJ)
  The dual-mass flywheel has failed on my 2009 Hyundai Genesis Coupe. The flywheel is covered under warranty, but they won't replace the clutch and the other...