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• Nissan Almera Tino - Check Engine Light - what is it...? - FIXED 27 Jul 2014 (Forum)
    They said they've worked on a LOT of 1.8 petrol engines with stretched cam chains.. Tends to be on Primeras. They say that the problem occurs when the vehicles have not had regular oil changes. Old oil carbonises problems occur.   I should also say that my car has gone from using 0.5l of oil per 5,000 miles to 1 litre per 3,000. Age I think - emissions are fine (sailed through its MoT in January)
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  Chrysler Grand Voyager - can't select 1st gear 5 Nov 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I bought a 2003 Chrysler Grand Voyager 2.5 manual a few weeks ago, but I am having trouble with the gearbox. I either find it difficult to select 1st gear...
• Mercedes Benz E-Class W210 (1995 - 2002) - 98 3.0TD Oil cooler & new fan for caravan towing? 30 May 2008 (Forum)
  For about two years now I've been towing a large caravan (2-axle 1241 kg) with my 99 Audi A4 2.5TDi, with no real problems. Changed to a lovely 98 E-Class estate auto with a 3000TD engine, very well kept. Now I've been given some advice that Mercedes Auto trans. cars need to have an oil cooler for the gearbox fitted and an upgraded fan, maybe even a new radiator, in order to tow large caravans.
• Buyer cancelling cheque? 17 Jan 2004 (Forum)
  I gave them all the paperwork I have including receipts for the previous oil change (In 2002). I am worried they may now cancel the cheque, and try and return the car to me (assuming they get it started). Can anyone advise me what my (and their) rights are. I'm delighted to have sold it and really don't want it back.
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  I'm faced with a huge bill for turbo issues with my diesel car - should it be repaired under warranty? 10 Mar 2018 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 2015 Vauxhall Insignia. I’ve only had the car just over a year, but a couple of weeks ago it broke down with white smoke belting out the back...
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  Suspected oil cooler failure 23 Aug 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I have already contacted you about this before but it seems to be still ongoing. It started when the coolant low light came on so we stopped and called...
• Is this bill about right? 4 Mar 2003 (Forum)
  timing belt and tensioner, flush through coolant system, change oil and filter, fit new air filter, antifreeze, run up and test. £425.00 PARTS - Head skim £35., Cylinder head £473, Thermostat £8.24, Head bolts x 10 £65 , gasket set £74.50, air filter £11.17, timing belt £24.33, tensioner £21.12., Exhaust cam £119.00, coolant flush £9.00., Oil flush £ 11.00., Oil £17.70., Oil Filter £5.85., Sumpwasher £0.70., and antifreeze £10.50.
• Auris 1.8 HSD - Toyota servicing costs 3 Mar 2014 (Forum)
  Toyota main dealer servicing costs seem high for doing very little:  three levels of service are offered, at a price of £149, £219 and 279 all at 10k intervals.  Here is the catch on closer examination spark plugs are changed at 60K interval and air filter at 40k. They do offer a 5 year 100k waranty, but the service charges are excessive for what seems to be no more than a oil change  plus check and prod!! I know man deers are expensive but this seem over the top.
• Ford Fiesta - Ford Fiesta Gearbox issue? 9 Apr 2010 (Forum)
  Any Ideas? Could it be low transmission oil? Cheers
• Tools for Zafira front brakes 17 Apr 2006 (Forum)
  Hi, I currently own a Vauxhall Zafira 2.0 Ltr DTI, Elegance. Registered 09/2000 and has covered 91,000 miles. Like changing the oil on this car I needed specific tools to undo the sump plug etc (Torx),however, I need to change the front discs and pads on my Zafira. I have a haynes manual to refer too, but can anyone advise on specific tools I may need to buy inorder to remove the brake callipers and pads, I am thinking of sockets etc.
• Nissan Primastar 18K/2y Service interval 7 Nov 2004 (Forum)
  One car that I had with a FSH from new actually suffered a cambel failure, because there was no requirement to change the cambelt layed out by the manufacturer, so I am a little suspicious of ANY manucacturer's service guidelines. I am thinking that an annual oil and filter change in addition to this may not go amiss.
• How long will it last...? 2 Sep 2003 (Forum)
  I drive 500 miles a week, cruise at 60 mph @ 2200 rpm along fast A-roads only (no town driving), never thrash from cold, get 78.5 MPG every tankfull, change oil+filter every (semi-synthetic) 5000 miles. Full Seat history +cambelt changes. How long do you think these components will last based on the above info?? -Fuel Pump -Clutch -Alternator -Water Pump -Engine overall
• refreshing change, 89 polo stalling 2 Feb 2002 (Forum)
  Well loved but sick 89 1050cc polo, Has been taking noticeable longer than usual to start recently, and currently dies after about 20 sec of idling, runs...
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  My car has failed its MoT on emissions - what can I do to make it pass? 23 Jun 2025 (Ask HJ)
  I have an emissions fail of 5.41m-1 average. Should I consider that a bad fail? Or hopefully should an air filter check/change, putting in additive and...
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  Are the engines good in a Volkswagen T5? 12 Oct 2022 (Ask HJ)
  Are the engines good in a Volkswagen T5 (2004-2008)?
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  Should I keep or sell my high mileage 2007 Renault Kangoo Van? 6 Mar 2017 (Ask HJ)
  I've got a petrol 2007 Renault Kangoo Van that's done 150,000 miles. A little battered, but in good working order. My dilemma is: selling it for what it...
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  Air con failure on Volkswagen Golf - who should pay for repairs? 6 Oct 2013 (Ask HJ)
  The air conditioning on my 2011 Volkswagen Golf has failed. My local dealer has found the gas level to be low, but couldn't source the leak and will recharge...
• bora ( jetta ) tdi pd 10 ( ASZ) - vw TDI 130 lack of power / torque 9 Sep 2013 (Forum)
  hi all, currenlty having a night mare with this car. i'm having a loss of power and seems to be no torqe in any gears, i just  cant seem to find the problem. its been to a few garages and they have no idea whats wrong with it. one said the timing belt could of jumped a tooth or 2. things i have changed: maf sensor map sensor n75 valve. actuator intercooler ( brand new ) new vaccum lines. fuel filter air filter oil change quantum oil tandum pump.
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  Does my Ford Focus have a DPF? 9 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I have noticed from some of your articles that diesel particulate filters are likely to cause problems, especially in low mileage vehicles used for short...
• Dacia Duster - Is an engine flush beneficial? 18 Apr 2022 (Forum)
  Due for first service in a few weeks and main dealer tried to get me to spend an extra £27 having the engine flushed as part of the oil change. Is this necessary on a one year old car, or just another money maker for the dealer?