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  How often should I change the oil in my new car? 20 Oct 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I will be getting a brand new car in December. With all my previous cars I have changed the oil and filter every six months (annual mileage 8K). Should...
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  Audi Q5 and EA189 engine - does it have defeat software? 3 Oct 2015 (Ask HJ)
  Does this engine which uses Adblue injection likely to have the defeat system software fitted?
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  Can I put petrol oil in my diesel car? 9 Mar 2014 (Ask HJ)
  Can I put petrol engine oil in my 1998 Peugeot 306 diesel? The car needs an oil and filter change and I have a spare five litre can sitting in my garage....
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  Audi A3 Sportback - are there any known issues? 29 Oct 2013 (Ask HJ)
  Can you tell me if there are any known issues with the 2008 Audi A3 Sportback? I am considering buying a diesel, but don’t want to buy something that’s...
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  Is there a drawback on this Hyundai i30 estate offer from Drive The Deal? 22 Mar 2012 (Ask HJ)
  This, I think, is exactlty what my wife is looking for . . . Drive the Deal quoting £10450 for this vehicle (down from £17k). It is a 2011 model, so it's...
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  I changed my Ford Focus's fuel injector pump but does it need calibrating? 13 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
  The fuel injector pump went on my X-reg Ford Focus TDI 1.8-litre with the Endura engine. I've replaced it with a secondhand one but still no joy! Does...
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  What's squeaking at the rear of my Citroen C5? 25 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 56-plate Citroen C5 2.2 diesel. A very annoying squeak has developed from the rear of the car. There is also a clunking / grating sound when cornering,...
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  How wide does a gate need to be for a car and a small caravan? 4 Dec 2024 (Ask HJ)
  What is a good standard width of a gate in a fence to accommodate a car or small caravan? I realize it;s not official but just looking for a sensible approximation.
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  Can you recommend a cheap way to clean fogged headlamps? 4 Feb 2022 (Ask HJ)
  Is there a DIY way of restoring fogged headlamp lenses?
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  Citroen C1 - cam belt or timing chain? 20 Jan 2022 (Ask HJ)
  Does the Citreon C1 (2009 model) have timing chains or belts?
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  Are service books purely digital now? 22 Jul 2020 (Ask HJ)
  I have been told that the service book is purely computerised for my new car - but surely I should have a paper service book so I can see a record and...
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  Are there any differences between a private light goods and a light goods vehicle? 7 Aug 2019 (Ask HJ)
  Are there any differences between a private light goods and a light goods vehicle? If a 1997 Escort van is a PLG does it mean it's a commercial vehicle?
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  How can I reduce road noise in my car? 27 Jul 2018 (Ask HJ)
  I would like to reduce road noise in my 2013 Toyota Verso Excel. Would changing the tyres /wheels help? The tyres currently fitted are 215/55 R17.
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  How do I clean the air conditioning to remove bad odours? 6 Jul 2018 (Ask HJ)
  How do I clean the air conditioning to remove bad odours?
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  What's included in the list price of a vehicle? 13 Mar 2018 (Ask HJ)
  Cars with a list price over £40,000 pay higher VED, so what's included in the list price?
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  Can I get a decent seven-seater without buying a diesel? 27 May 2017 (Ask HJ)
  I need to buy something with a few more seats but worry about all the negative coverage of diesels. What do you recommend?
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  Should I buy new or nearly new? 31 May 2015 (Ask HJ)
  What would be a better buy a brand new Passat R Line 190PS diesel or a nearly new(only 980 miles on the clock) Audi A4 177PS Line?
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  Buying a used Mazda 5 - which model is best for £6k? 29 Jan 2015 (Ask HJ)
  We have decided to buy a used Mazda 5 and you recommend the 1.6 diesel. Unfortunately our budget is £6000, which wouldn't get us that particular model....
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  Classic car crash claim - how can I prevent a write-off? 13 Nov 2014 (Ask HJ)
  My neighbour has been involved in a car crash (not responsible). Someone hit the side of her Fiat X1/9 sports car. It was in excellent condition, but she...
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  My car has had 11 previous owners - is this bad? 21 Oct 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I bought a 15 year old Honda Prelude today that is clean, with no rust and a full service history. The mileage is 70,000 miles, but the V5 shows 11 previous...