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• Corsa Acceleration Problem 9 Oct 2002 (Forum)
  I usually have to hold the throttle down and just wait for the power to return! I am at a loss to figure out why this happens - it is as if the fuel injector is being starved of fuel for a moment and then suddenly the fuel arrives. Or perhaps starved of air for a moment? The ignition is fine - I replaced the plugs today. Can anyone help out?
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  Fuel prices remain at three-year low 14 Nov 2024 (News)
  
• Mis-fueling 16 Jan 2007 (Forum)
  We hear a lot about the problems if you put petrol in a diesel. But what might be the problems (if any) if you put diesel in a petrol. Hypothetical of...
• Price of fuel 17 Oct 2003 (Forum)
  Diesel at the Shell filling station in Attleborough costs 73.9p per litre. The Shell FS in Bury St Edmunds (27 miles away) sells it at 78.9p. Profiteering...
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  I accidentally drove away without my fuel filler cap in place, will I have spilled petrol? 29 Apr 2024 (Ask HJ)
  I forgot to put petrol cap after filling up petrol, then drove for about half an hour and only notice when reverse parking in my driveway. Have I spilled...
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  Is diesel or petrol better for a used car? 11 Apr 2024 (Ask HJ)
  What are the advantages/disadvantages of diesel over petrol for a ten year old car?
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  Is it worth using an E10 protectant? 3 May 2023 (Ask HJ)
  Is it worth using E10 protectant?
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  Should I fit a fuel saving device? 15 Aug 2022 (Ask HJ)
  I have read about a device that plugs into the car under the steering column and claims to reduce fuel consumption by about 35 per cent. Is the claim valid?...
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  What happens if I put petrol into a diesel car? 6 Apr 2021 (Ask HJ)
  Does putting petrol in a diesel car cause damage?
• Ford Mondeo - Mondeo 2006 TDCI - over fueling? 8 Apr 2015 (Forum)
    Usually get white smoke upon starting.  And again, on acceleration i get the over-fueling.  Over fueling isnt consistent though.   Normally when the engine is warm, it drives really well.   I have spent money on service and repairs, and would welcome any advice on the over fueling and starting issues.
• Nissan Qashqai - Air/Fuel Ration Sensor faulty, what can it lead to 18 Feb 2015 (Forum)
  They asked me to keep the engine running and move it to neutral gear. During the journey to garage which took 45 mins or so, I could feel some jerks as fuel was still going inside the engine (engine being running). I wanted to ask as their was incorrect fuel mixture going into the vehicle during this time and when i earlier drove it, can it cause unburnt fuel to be left inside and would it have caused further damage like carbon deposits, damage to catalytic converter (near exhaust) etc which might not be visible now but can affect engine performance and failures at a later date.
• Mazda 2 - Mazda 2 1.4 Diesel - Cutting out when cold 8 Jun 2014 (Forum)
   I have an issue where I start the car first thing in the morning and it runs for about 2 seconds.  It then cuts out and will not start.  If I prime the fuel using the hand primer in the engine bay I can see air bubbles moving in the clear fuel line.  It will then start and run fine. I think my mazda has had some aftermarket fuel lines added including the hand primer which I do not think is standard (I did read online a lot were replaced under warranty).
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  Why won’t my Golf start? 27 May 2014 (Ask HJ)
  My Volkswagen Golf Mk5 1.9 TDI turns over but won't start. I called up the local recovery service and they tell me that no fuel is getting through. However,...
• Renault scenic dynamique 2004 - No fuel getting to the engine? 14 Apr 2014 (Forum)
  Do you guys think it could be the fuel pump relay and if so where will I find it? Not very mechanically minded so easy instructions would be best! Ta
• Renault scenic dynamique 2004 - Scenic 2004 No fuel getting to the engine!? 1 Apr 2014 (Forum)
  Do you guys think it could be the fuel pump relay and if so where will I find it? Not very mechanically minded so easy instructions would be best! Ta
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  Can I use high octane fuel in my 2002 Ford Focus? 21 Dec 2013 (Ask HJ)
  The handbook for my July 2002 Ford Focus states there is no point in using petrol of a higher octane than 95. Presumably fuel constituents have changed...
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  Engine flush and clean - worth it? 16 Feb 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I am about to have an annual service on our Saab 43,000 miles always serviced, we have been offered an engine flush and fuel treatment along with a Saab...
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  Rav4 has a corroded fuel tank 21 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
  My MOT has come back with three advisorys - leaking shocks, treads down to 3, but the one that worries me is that they said the rear of my fuel tank is...
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  Is the recent fuel duty postponement disingenuous? 9 Aug 2012 (Ask HJ)
  The government has deceived us, again. The recent public relations coup of helping hard-pressed families etc by postponing the fuel duty rise is really...
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  Which SUV offers good fuel economy and cheap road tax? 5 May 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I've had a Shogun for a couple of years and it’s been faultless as a family runabout. I love the size, the 4x4 capability, comfort and the fact that everything...