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  • spark plug removal - 1.6 Astra Automatic 10 Feb 2006 (Forum)
    Without sounding like a complete novice which i am ,I need information how to remove spark plugs from my Astra 1.6 automatic.The HT leads come from a rectangular...
  • need a small auto with good acceleration 4 Feb 2002 (Forum)
    Does anyone know of a small car (metro/fiesta size) that is automatic but has good low down pickup/acceleration, preferably under £2K. I thought of the Peugeot 106/205 diesels/turbodiesels but am unsure if they are available in auto. thanks
  • 10 Aug 2018 (Forum)
    Good advice, but unfortunately the position of the brake pedal on many automatics is clearly designed for right foot operation. Perhaps the manufacturers are missing a trick here.
  • Toyota Starlet 8 Nov 2002 (Forum)
    Does anyone know if it's possible to change the transmission from shift gear to automatic, with an approximate price?
  • I do mostly short journeys. Can I remove the DPF to stop it clogging? 10 May 2020 (Ask HJ)
    Is there any reason not to have the DPF on my car removed? I do a lot of short journeys. The garage would charge £600 + VAT.
  • Which is the most reliable SUV to fit three comfortably in the backseat? 9 Jan 2020 (Ask HJ)
    Which is the most reliable automatic SUV to fit three comfortably in the backseat? My budget is £10k - which are my best three options?
  • KIA Sorento - Kia Sorento 2015 automatic transmission problem 5 Dec 2019 (Forum)
    I went to a Kia dealer to test drive a used automatic Kia Sorento KX-3, 2015. When I tried to shift the gear lever from Parking to Drive I couldn’t, it just wouldn't move. The sales person tried as well and couldn’t. Then a mechanic came and opened a little flap that covered a tiny hole next to the gear lever.
  • How much should one expect to pay to replace the water pump on a Volkswagen Touran? 18 Jan 2019 (Ask HJ)
    How much should one expect to pay to replace the water pump on a Volkswagen Touran 1.4 TSI? My local franchised dealer is quoting £675.
  • What to buy - the Suzuki Baleno or Swift? 17 May 2017 (Ask HJ)
    I've read good reports on both the Suzuki Baleno and the Suzuki Swift automatics, but I'm wondering which one of them I should buy. I believe the build...
  • peugeot 1.1 xl independence 1997 - Automatic clutch cable and very high biting point 11 Mar 2013 (Forum)
    (The clutch feels normal, and there is no clunking or grating etc) I have added an inch of washers to the clutch cable, in the hope something would change...it didn't and removed one of the original washer...again , no change in clutch biting position. (I didn't realise it was an automatic adjust cable at that point :) ) http://i103.photobucket.com/albums/m147/liammcl_2006/Clutch%20106%201100cc%2029%20Jan%202013/extended_zps2d4e8b25.jpg http://i103.photobucket.com/albums/m147/liammcl_2006/Clutch%20106%201100cc%2029%20Jan%202013/shortened_zps69986c7e.jpg Does anyone know how an auto adjust cable works?...
  • Does the Skoda Yeti have a dual mass flywheel? 3 Oct 2012 (Ask HJ)
    I've been reading about the problems with dual mass flywheels on diesel cars, but had thought it was only manual models that were susceptible. However,...
  • Nissan Micra K11 - Micra or Sirion for cheap small auto car? 30 Oct 2011 (Forum)
    If anyone wants a laugh, my search is Altrincham, up to 30 miles, up to £1500, 5 door, automatic, 1.0L - 1.3L but my wife is impatient and I am destined to buy the least worst car I see this weekend.
  • Ford Focus (1998 - 2004) - 02 1.6 stalling whilst driving (Automatic) 5 Sep 2011 (Forum)
    Hi, I hope someone can help. I have a problem with my 2002 Focus 1.6 automatic. The vehicle has run fine for years been regularly maintained/serviced etc. I find i can start the car fine, but after several minutes of driving, the car completely cuts out. I get no warning lights, it just switches off as if you have turned the key to switch it off, the power steering disappears, and the brakes go heavy.
  • Which SUVs can be started remotely? 11 Feb 2021 (Ask HJ)
    Which SUV manufactures in the UK provide a remotely started engine?
  • Toyota Auris Automatic - Advice/Opinion sought 24 Dec 2020 (Forum)
    I keep my cars until they are beyond economical repair (4 cars since 1987). Now I need another and have a choice of two: both are identical model/colour...
  • Which hybrid is best? 15 Oct 2020 (Ask HJ)
    Which car is better and why: Toyota Auris hybrid or Hyundai Ioniq hybrid? Thank you.
  • Automatic Garage Door Opener 9 Sep 2020 (Forum)
    Its winter, its cold and I have room in my garage to park my car. However I cant be bothered to get out and open the doors all the time so I want an electric...
  • any - ?? Seven seats + petrol + automatic, under £ 25 Jul 2020 (Forum)
    What to buy? My wife has been a big Honda loyalist for years - three Shuttles and then a Stream, but now that's beyond economic repair. We really like...
  • What supermini do you recommend? 7 Aug 2017 (Ask HJ)
    What supermini do you recommend?
  • What car? 16 Aug 2016 (Ask HJ)
    I need Automatic car, which is better Mondeo Diesel 2L or Toyota Prius? My current car Mondeo 2L manual Diesel.
 

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