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Ford Fiesta ignition 12 Jun 2004 (Forum)
I have replaced the ignition lock in my 10 year old fiesta. Problem is refitting. The lock should be slid into the barrel at position 1. My problem is... -
Squeaking Brakes on Ford Focus - Causes? 9 Dec 2003 (Forum)
What causes brakes to squeak? My Focus (7k miles) has slightly squeaky brakes and I\'d be keen to get rid of it before it gets worse. The front discs seem... -
Diesel - Fuel of the future? 22 Sep 2001 (Forum)
Caught a snatch of the news yesterday about Ford investing in a new/existing production facility as a high tech diesel engine factory. The reporter said Ford was making this investment as it regarded diesel as "the" fuel of the future. Ten years ago I thought diesel fuel was encouraged by our -
Why are my tyres cracking? 22 Jul 2021 (Ask HJ)
I purchased a new set of tyres in October 2019 for my Vauxhall Vectra. I've done 1500 careful miles since then, during which I put 45PSI in them (50PSI... -
My battery has lasted 17 years. Is that common? 5 Nov 2020 (Ask HJ)
This is not really a question as such but I've seen your advice that car batteries are designed to last 3-5 years. I have owned a 2003 Citroen Xsara Picasso... -
Can you recommend a petrol crossover or SUV with some guts to get me up the hills where I live? 5 Mar 2020 (Ask HJ)
I bought a 2010 Honda CR-V last year. This was my first purchase after many years of loaning a car. However, I’m a single mum and only do short school... -
I just bought a 1993 MG RV8 - what should I look out for in terms of servicing? 5 Feb 2018 (Ask HJ)
I have just purchase a 1993 MG RV8 UK model with 12,500 miles on the clock. Do I need to change the cam belt or anything else that may need attention?... -
Unfit for sale should I get a refund or ask for a repair? 2 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
I have just purchased a Range rover x reg after seeing the car on a 4x4 garage forecourt, there was also an add on auto trader with the car on the forecourt... -
I bought a Vauxhall Astra six weeks ago that has broken down - is the dealer liable? 17 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
I bought a 2005 Vauxhall Astra 1.7CDTI from a dealer on 3 June 2010. About two weeks ago I was driving home and had a temporary loss of power at 60 mph,... -
Can you recommend an appropriate vehicle for use in Thailand? 8 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
I emailed you last year about the 2000 Isuzu Adventure 3.0 Turbo that we were "inheriting" with our house in Thailand. We now live in Khok Kloi (Phang... -
Is it normal for the Renault Scenic's electric parking brake to fail after 70,000 miles? 4 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
I purchased a Renault Grand Scenic four years ago when it was nearly new. I did lots of research, noted your comments, and still have the copy of your... -
Thaid cottages 13 Feb 2010 (Ask HJ)
If I understand correctly, you have a house and farm in Thailand? I also have a house there and currently have a 2-year-old Toyota Vios. I'm considering... -
Faults alarm 7 Feb 2009 (Ask HJ)
My wife downsized from a Vauxhall Zafira to a brand new '58 plate Mazda 2 1.3TS2 using Mazda Finance. The Mazda 2 was chosen for its reputation as being... -
Refitting Summer tyres (Goodyear) by local ford dealer having taken Winter tyres off 4 Apr 2014 (Ask HJ)
Ford Focus 61 Reg, bought from my local Ford Dealer last October with 7000 mls). Car taken to the Dealer to have my winter tyres removed (sold by dealer)... -
How much should a new heater matrix cost? 23 Aug 2016 (Ask HJ)
I had a coolant leak from the heater matrix on my Ford Focus and was informed it required replacement by our local Dealer who had serviced the car from... -
Poor paintwork on my car 3 Jun 2011 (Ask HJ)
I live on the Isle of Man and I wanted a new Focus RS. No one had one here so I found one in England. I came to an agreement on a deal over the phone... -
Does my Ford Focus' air conditioning need treating to get rid of an unpleasant aroma? 2 Oct 2010 (Ask HJ)
I have a problem with an unpleasant aroma in my car. It is a Ford Focus Zetec and has done 26,000 miles. This peculiar aroma upset my wife's stomach, so... -
Fiestive spirited 13 Feb 2010 (Ask HJ)
We ordered a nearly-new Ford Fiesta from our local Ford dealer on the Ford-direct scheme (7 months old 2,500 miles – decent price - £10,400 for a Zetec... -
Dura talk 10 Oct 2009 (Ask HJ)
I’m replacing a 2001/51 Mondeo Estate, 115bhp diesel engine, with a new Ford Focus ECOnetic with a 1.8 or 2.0 litre TDCi Duratorq diesel engine as shown... -
Mondo caned 28 Mar 2009 (Ask HJ)
I currently own a Ford Mondeo 2.5 Ghia X 5-door hatchback (March 04), which I purchased as a Ford Direct Car in Feb 2005. The car was a Ford management...