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• Ford Maverick I (1993 - 1997) - Problem with a car i've just sold 13 Feb 2008 (Forum)
  Hello everyone, I'm "honest" Barry! I sold a car a couple of weeks ago which to my knowledge was perfectly mechanically fine, (pointed out usual things that were wrong with it e.g. rust appearing, could do with an oil change soon as is due, etc.) MOT also due in March. The new owner performed
• A Close Shave 23 Oct 2005 (Forum)
  I've just had one of those heart thumping moments whilst doing a DIY oil and filter change on the Pug. I'd drained the sump, changed the filter, put a new washer on and put 2 out of the 4.5 litres of oil in the filler when I nudged the engine cover as I leaned over. One of those silly plastic
• Strange - fuel economy suddenly improved 3 Oct 2005 (Forum)
  to the fuel (optimax) and I had the oil changed about two or three months ago. Curious? I am. -- Espada III - well if you have a family and need a Lamborghini, what else do you drive?
• Gear Oil Questions and Answers 15 Mar 2020 (Forum)
  a modified engine putting more power through the box & competition conditions don't lend themselves to gentle gear changes so you may see higher wear rates and more wear debris in circulation. It's logical to change the oil periodically if only to flush out the wear debris. Of course the discerning owner
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  Does my MINI Cooper have a cam belt or chain? 15 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
  Do MINI Coopers made in 2001 have a cam belt or a cam chain? I am hearing two different things. I've just bought a 2001 MINI Cooper. I took lots of...
• Ford Focus CMax 2006 1999cc petrol - Durashift Auto gearbox 11 Jun 2013 (Forum)
  Does the oil in this gearbox need changing ? If so why? and when ? Any info would be appreciated.
• 2019 Peugeot 2008 1.2puretechEAT6 130 - Progress report, oil usage 30 Apr 2023 (Forum)
  3y6m old at exactly 20,000 miles, time for oil and filter change, last done by me at 10,000miles. I've read that these engines can be oil burners, so I'm keeping a watchful eye on it having run it in carefully since new.  Bosch 451 103 355 filter replaced by Mann W7058 and old Castrol
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  What should I look for when buying a 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider? 13 Nov 2019 (Ask HJ)
  I am looking at a 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider. What should I look out for? Are there any known issues or problems?
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  My warranty does not cover my broken 2015 For Focus because the wrong oil was used - what do I do? 6 Feb 2017 (Ask HJ)
  I bought a 2015 Ford Focus ST TDCi and have done 17,402 miles. It has now broken and I've been told by Ford it is not covered by warranty because the wrong...
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  Vauxhall Corsa drive judder 4 Aug 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 2012 Vauxhall Corsa, it's done around 25,000 miles and recently it has been juddering as I go up the gears. I took it to the garage and they put...
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  Buy ex company BMW 320D SE touring, or go for a new company car? 16 Mar 2016 (Ask HJ)
  My company car BMW 320D SE touring (2013 Model, with ~ 85,000 miles) is coming up to the end of its lease. I have to choose a new company car, but I...
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  Starting a car that has been standing for a long tim 4 Apr 2011 (Ask HJ)
  My relative has an original 1993 mk1 1275cc Mini which has been sat unused for two years or more. What would I need to do before attempting to restart...
• Snake oil that seems to work! V Power + Nitro 5 May 2017 (Forum)
  I've used the odd tank of premium diesel for years but since the VW scandel I've used more of it and for the last few months nothing but V Power+Nitro diesel. Over time a couple of things have changed. Firstly my DPF is not doing any active regenerations, none in 2500 miles, this is my
• MERCEDES W211 AUTOMATIC - MERCEDES E320CDI W211 GEARBOX OIL GET DIRTY IN 20K 8 Dec 2011 (Forum)
  gearbox specialist last week. The result is good and they found no coolant in the gearbox. They noticed that the fluid level was slight low and fluid was quit dirty and recommended a fluid&filter change. I deceided to go ahead for a ATF fluid change and the car is fine now. According to the old
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  Maintaining a car for the long term 5 Dec 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I have owned my four-year-old Berlingo Multispace 1.6hdi (old shape) from new and always had it serviced on time by Citroen. It has covered 50K miles,...
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  I'm considering an ex-management car - is a fluid change necessary on a car with only 400 miles on it? 11 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I'm considering buying a delivery mileage (400 miles) car that is now 13 months old. I'm told it's an ex-management car, and so has been parked up. I asked...
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  Transmission period 17 Jan 2009 (Ask HJ)
  Is there a definitive answer to BMWs auto gearbox 'sealed for life' conundrum? I have trawled the internet, including your hallowed pages, but there still...
• Toyota Yaris - MOT retest: labour charges for faulty bulbs? 23 May 2015 (Forum)
  Yaris 1.0 petrol, 2002 What's your estimate of a fair price for £45 MOT test + oil & filter change + same-day retest due to faulty light bulb on rear plate? The final £140 bill seemed a bit steep. Light bulb costs pennies and takes a minute to change.
• Ford Focus 1.6 TDCI 110 - Focus 1.6 TDCI Fuel Filter Replacement? 15 Jun 2010 (Forum)
  I have a 55 reg (mk II) Focus 1.6 TDCI 110. Is it possible/wise to attempt changing the fuel filter at home or is it asking for trouble? I do oil changes myself so am not afraid to get stuck in where possible.
• Service on 95k VW Polo 96 19 Jul 2007 (Forum)
  What should a service for a vehicle of this age/mileage entail? I have no idea when the last service was and the timing belt has no date sticker on. I think I could probably manage to change all the filters, replace sparks and change the oil myself but if the car needs a service anyway, would I