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Problematic Kia Sorento geabox 26 Feb 2013 (Ask HJ)
From new the transfer box has been replaced twice under warranty on my Kia Sorento due to faults. The last time was in May 2012. In December 2012 I reported... -
When should I change the timing belt or chain in my Nissan Micra? 13 Jun 2017 (Ask HJ)
I have 2010 Nissan Micra, mileage is 95000. Does it have a timing chain or belt? When should I change it? -
Alfa darling 17 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
For fun, we have just bought an 03 Alfa Romeo 147 that has done 28,000 miles, which is, of course, rather low. It has yearly service stamps but no other... -
Ca n you offer any tips for looking after a new car? 12 Mar 2014 (Ask HJ)
I am in the process of buying a new Volkswagen Golf 1.4 petrol, which I plan to keep for five years. I have declined the paint treatment offered by the... -
Maintaining a Corsa 1.3 CDTI 31 Dec 2011 (Ask HJ)
I have recently purchased a 1.3CDTI Corsa from the Vauxhall Dealer. It has done 37K and has a full Vauxhall SH. I am planning to keep it for approx 4 years... -
Why won't my warranty cover my intercooler after oil contamination? 12 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
My intercooler has been contaminated with oil and bits of turbo. I asked my warranty company whether, if a piece of the old turbo gets into the new turbo... -
How much should an oil change cost? 1 May 2023 (Ask HJ)
BMW have quoted £218 for an oil change on my 2021 BMW Z4. Is this fair or just outrageous? -
After carrying out an oil change, the sump plug is leaking - could it be because I used a metal washer? 13 Aug 2017 (Ask HJ)
After carrying out an oil change, I have a leak from the sump plug. I used a metal washer from the filter pack, not a copper one, as I would have expected... -
Advice on buying a used Range Rover Sport 19 Dec 2015 (Ask HJ)
My local non-franchised garage has a above Range Rover for sale. It's a nice colour (grey with cream leather) and seems to be in good condition. I am concerned... -
Are BMW N47 engines still susceptible to timing chain failure? 17 Jul 2014 (Ask HJ)
I've read all about the dreaded timing chain failure on 320d/520d BMWs with N47 engines manufactured between 2007 and 2011. I wanted to know if models... -
When should I change the CVT oil in my Honda Jazz? 2 Mar 2013 (Ask HJ)
In November last I purchased a Honda Jazz 1.4 VTEC ES CVT, first registered March 2012, and am getting conflicting advice regarding the need to change... -
Bad news to brake 13 Feb 2010 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2006 Volvo S40 with 1.6 diesel engine. You suggested this engine in preference to 2.0 litres. It has been economical (average of 48mpg for mixed... -
Why has the oil in my diesel car turned jet black? 5 May 2017 (Ask HJ)
I have a Subaru Outback 2.0d Premium which I have owned from new. It has done 11000 miles (mostly high speed long distance and motorway) and I have noticed... -
Do I need to change the timing chain on my Renault Koleos? 3 Oct 2022 (Ask HJ)
I recently bought a 2009 Renault Koleos with 12,0000 miles. Now it has a timing chain and every local garage I've spoken to state they are not a serviceable... -
Turbo charger seizure 26 Aug 2015 (Ask HJ)
The turbo charger in my car recently started making a whining noise when the car was accelerating. I put the car into the dealership because they replaced... -
Engine replacement - do I need to tell the DVLA? 16 Apr 2014 (Ask HJ)
I have recently had the engine replaced in my 2012 Skoda Fabia vRS at approx 8500 miles due to notorious high oil consumption (approx 1/3 of the engine... -
I've repaired my Range Rover's coolant leak but am getting oil pressure warnings - why? 6 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
My 1998 Range Rover suffered the dreaded coolant leak from the porous engine that the V8 became well known for. I had a new engine fitted with top hat... -
Do I need to change my driving technique if switching from a diesel to a hybrid? 16 Aug 2018 (Ask HJ)
Having driven diesel cars for the last 30 years, I am about to buy a Kia Niro Hybrid. Are there any differences in driving technique? Do I need to change... -
When should I change the transmission fluid in my automatic? 18 Jun 2024 (Ask HJ)
I have a Ford Mondeo automatic. I intend to keep the car until one of us pegs out. Should I be looking to change the gearbox oil? If so at what mileage? -
Turbo failure on Audi A4 Estate - how can I fix it? 7 Jul 2016 (Ask HJ)
I have just bought a 1996 Audi A4 Estate. The turbo has now suddenly blown, with black smoke coming out of the exhaust. Thankfully we were near a garage...
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