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  Why it is not a good idea to use an engine flush? 6 Jan 2016 (Ask HJ)
  In a recent response you specifically said not to use a flushing oil before an engine oil and filter change but gave no reason for this advice. Could you...
• National tyres Oil/Filter Change (5w-30) 29 Jun 2004 (Forum)
  Hi, Just had an oil and filter change done on the Yaris at National Tyres with Synthetic oil for £25. The oil they used was Duckhams QXR 5w-30 for Ford zetec engines. Their advert mentioned visco 7000 which I know is synthetic.
• Gearbox Oil Change 25 Jun 2002 (Forum)
  Previously Honest John has recommended a change at first service. Based on this I booked my Mondeo II in for a first service last week and requested an oil change. Main dealer says the box is sealed for life. True or False?
• Renault Megane 1.9dci 2007 - Use of oil extractor for oil change 4 Oct 2011 (Forum)
  The car is too low to the ground to do a traditional oil change easily and I like to change the oil on my cars at 6k and going for a full service at a good independent garage at the specified 18k.
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  Should I pay for a gearbox oil change? 22 Nov 2021 (Ask HJ)
  I own an 2007 Ford Focus. It's done 150,000 miles and never had an oil change, should this have been done? Is it too late to do this?
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  Skoda Octavia gearbox oil change 7 Jan 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I am pondering if the gearbox oil should be changed on my 2005 Skoda Octavia 1.9 TDI five-speed. I has done 150,000 miles. Over the last four months the...
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  When do I change the oil in my Golf? 25 Mar 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I have a Volkswagen Golf Match Bluemotion, bought new last August. It has now done 5000 Miles and the service is not due for another 5000 miles or...
• changing oil filters 26 Sep 2005 (Forum)
  When changing oil filters, the makers tell you to coat the rubber sealing ring with engine oil. I still use the method that used to be recommended years ago which is to smear grease on the seal. Does any one else still use this method and what is the purpose anyway?
• Changing engine oil 5 Mar 2001 (Forum)
  I'd like to add to David's enquiry and ask for views on changing to a different oil. I have heard/read some opinions suggesting that you should stick to the oil that was installed when the car was manufactured, which seems a bit extreme to me and puts Mobil 1 in the shade for a start.
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  Lubing the loop 7 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I own an Audi A4 2.0 TDI S-Line 09/09. The car has now done 25,500 miles. Last weekend the service indicator warned me that the oil would need changing...
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  Changing the gearbox oil on a Golf 17 Jan 2012 (Ask HJ)
  Taking your previous advice I persisted in asking my franchise dealer (bought car from them) every year about changing the transmission oil in my 55 plate...
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  Have I been overcharged for an oil change? 25 Mar 2024 (Ask HJ)
  My Peugeot 2008 1.2 Puretech had an MoT and oil change a year ago and I have just noticed I was charged £68.47 for oil ! This seems an extraordinary amount,...
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  How much does an oil and filter change cost? 6 May 2021 (Ask HJ)
  What's the standard price for an oil and filter change on a 2009 BMW 318i?
• Rover 75 Con CDT 2 lt BMW - How to reset oil change reminder 18 May 2013 (Forum)
  Hi, can anyone tell me how to reset the oil change reminder,that flashes up each time I switch the ignition on, Oil and filter changed last week, about 300 miles early, regards Rev Phillip
• Oil Change - any car 2 Aug 2004 (Forum)
  My mate has driven less than 1000 miles in his car over 18 months because he has use of a company vehicle. He drives it at least once a week, to normal temperature, on a 12-15 mile round trip. He's not changed the oil (10/40 mineral) in this period. How urgent would you say an oil change is?
• Oil change new car 21 Jun 2001 (Forum)
  Hi I have a new Fabia 1.9TDi should i change the oil after 10000 miles as per the service schedule, or should I change before. I do like to use Mobile one diesel. Thanks all
• Oil change on a new diesel 11 Aug 2003 (Forum)
  If I do need to change the engine oil should I do the gear box at the same time?
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  Should I have the oil changed in my Volvo V70 following the DPF recall related to oil contamination by fuel? 3 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
  You probably know that Volvo have issued a safety recall related to rising sump oil levels in their D5 Diesel engines with a DPF, which is caused by excess...
• Vauxhall Meriva A MPV (2003 - ) - 07 1.7 oil changes needed every 6000 miles 6 Feb 2009 (Forum)
  At 3 months and 6000 miles the hydraulic tappets on this deisel were a-tappeting away rather noisily so I changed the oil with Vauxhall fully synthetic (£70) At 6 months and 12000 miles the oil is black and they are starting to be noisy again. So what happened to 20000 mile oil changes and what would be a good idea to check or do?
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  When should I have my Volvo XC60 serviced? 23 Jul 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I have just purchased a Volvo XC60 R Design. Volvo are quoting service intervals of 18,000 miles. I have read that this is too long. Should I opt for an...