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  Why did the windows on my car end up open on every door? 9 Jun 2017 (Ask HJ)
  I'm unsure if there is a fault on our Ford Edge but this morning I discovered all the windows completely down on every door and because it rained a lot...
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  Why is my FIAT 500 1.3d making noise and emitting black smoke? 17 Feb 2017 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 2011 FIAT 500 1.3 MultiJet diesel purchased in March 2016. I've had a problem with sporadic engine noise, vibration and black smoke coming out...
• Renault Clio II (1998 - 2001) - 99 1.4 Problem ticking over 29 Oct 2016 (Forum)
  and he had to clean and replace my old one, it was returned. He told me it was a problem with the ECU and that it wasn't worth fixing. Every morning, for over a year, on a cold start the revs wouldn't stick and it would cut out until the engine was warm. Almost every time I pulled up to a junction
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  Audi 80 Cabriolet buying advice 13 Aug 2015 (Ask HJ)
  I'm considering buying an Audi 80 Cabriolet as a daily driver to replace my current W123. I have read HJ review and there isn't a huge list of troubles...
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  Faulty temp sensor on Citroen C3 - how can I fix it? 31 Mar 2015 (Ask HJ)
  The fan on my 2005 Citroen C3 is stuck on, even after I turn the ignition off. The coolant levels are fine and I was forced to disconnect the large multi...
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  Can I trust an independent garage to replace a DPF? 11 Jun 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I keep needing to get the garage to do DPF regen on my Mazda 5. It has done 60,000 mostly city miles and I think it's time to get the DPF replaced. However,...
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  Peugeot 207 hasn't worked since I bought it - what should I do? 2 Oct 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I bought a 2006 Peugeot 207 1.6 110 for £2600 from a dealer a few months ago, but have had nothing but trouble with it. At first it was just a dashboard...
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  Why is my Nissan X-Trail misfiring? 25 Jul 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I've had my 2012 Nissan X-trail 2.0 Dci Tekna for seven months now and am having problems with the engine at 2400rpm. This always happens at some point...
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  Is there any way of addressing my Polo's hesitancy after braking? 1 Jun 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I too, own a Volkswagen Polo with the DSG auto gearbox. I love the car in every respect except for the peculiar hesitancy it has after you apply the brakes,...
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  Audi A3 2.0 TDI misfiring 14 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I have been having problems for the last four months with misfiring, i have replaced both harness's the ecu and four injectors. Every time a part is replaced...
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  Starting problem with Saab 9-3 27 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I have a starting issues with my Saab 9-3. Glow plugs, injectors and ECT valve have been changed, and a new battery fitted, but still fails to start when...
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  Can water ingress cause an electric window malfunction? 27 Oct 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I own a Skoda Superb Estate 1.8 which, in every respect, has been brilliant. This week, after a short trip I returned to park outside my garage and wash...
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  What is the ABS fault on my 2007 Skoda Octavia? 13 Oct 2012 (Ask HJ)
  My 2007 Skoda Octavia diesel, which has covered under 40,000 miles, recently developed a fault involving the steering, speedometer and ABS. The car was...
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  Newly bought A4 with gearbox issues 26 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I have just been informed that my newly purchased Audi A4 probably needs a new gearbox! Basically the previous owner has done the dirty on me. I took...
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  Electric windows stopped working at MOT 11 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
  During my MOT, the 'shaker' upset my electric windows which now do not work at all, dead at the switches all round. The garage have tried to fix it but...
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  Who pays for a new turbo? 12 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
  We purchased a Ford Galaxy Zetec 2009 from 'the UK’s leading car and van retailer' about 3 months ago and the vehicle keeps failing into limp mode, with...
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  Vauxhall Corsa won't start 23 Feb 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I have a Vauxhall Corsa SXI 1.3CDTI on a 57 plate that is not starting. It's been to Vauxhall who said there is low compression and the valves are damaged. I...
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  Part and particle 15 Aug 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I drive a 2006 BMW 320d that I have had for a year and I understand it has a diesel particulate filter. The car has covered 60,000 but I only drive about...
• Citroen Berlingo Multispace - Engine misfire, Lots of black smoke 3 Aug 2011 (Forum)
  (you wouldnt want to with the noise its making anyway). So far I have replaced all the sensors from the failed engine,the wiring harness complete, all the injection system (injection pump, injectors one at a time) and substitued an ECU from an 01 Peugeot partner DW8.  No change! Going onto
• Skoda Fabia - engine stutter and high oil use 8 Jan 2011 (Forum)
  or that there had been metal to metal contact inside the engine. That said I have toyed with various theories including, sticky valves, faulty ECU, bad electrical joint, radio frequency interference from passing mini-cabs/public service vehicles blitzing the ECUs working values. prompting a reset etc. Any