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• Citroen XM 2.0i 1993 Suspension 26 Dec 2002 (Forum)
  Dealer has confirmed no output from the Hydractive suspension ECU (H3 Version) to the front and rear electrovalves in the automatic mode. Would appreciate any help with regard to Citroen electrical wiring diagrams and trouble-shooting advice, especially pin-out details to the black and white 15-way plugs connected to the suspension ECU.
• Engine Failure 11 Dec 2002 (Forum)
  I have an automatic V6 Mondeo which was having starting problems. I put it in the garage and a new starter motor was fitted which made no difference. I took it back to the garage and they fitted a new flywheel assembly.
• RDS car radio clock 1 Mar 2002 (Forum)
  Can any of you well-informed guys help me out? On a day trip to France the other day the RDS clock on my radion automatically set itself to european time; but it has notably failed to re-set itself on return to the UK. The BBC web site SAYS that they broadcast a time signal on RDS, so why aren't I picking it up? I've tried Radio2 and Radio 4 but no joy on either.
• Volvo 960 cutting out 15 Nov 2001 (Forum)
  my 1993 Volvo 960 automatic (140000miles ) has been hitherto trouble free.Now it has started to jrrk when stopped in traffic ( like a sudden power surge ) and, worse, the engine can suddenly cut out when cruising. Switching to neutral and restarting the ignitiongets it going again but its scary to cut out at 70mph on the motorway.
• Left Foot Braking 19 Jul 2001 (Forum)
  interesting article on the vw tech bulletin site - many vw's now have fly by wire throttles (no accelerator cable). The software has been programmed, on Automatics only, such that touching the brake pedal causes the engine speed to drop to idle (over-riding the throttle position). Apparently this is a bit of a problem for left foot brakers who tend to gently rest their left foot on the brake pedal during slow manouvres whilst trying to increase engine speed with their right.
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  Can you recommend a 4x4 for towing? 18 Jul 2022 (Ask HJ)
  I need a car with 4wd in order to tow glider trailers out of farmer's muddy field. However, most of the driving will be on ordinary road so I need the...
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  Downsizing from a Nissan Qashqai - what should I buy? 11 Oct 2021 (Ask HJ)
  I'm on my third Nissan Qashqai since 2013 and this current one (petrol/automatic) will be three years old in May 2022. Recently my partner bought a Mazda...
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  I want a diesel, manual estate or hatchback. Could you suggest some models? 12 Jan 2021 (Ask HJ)
  My 2010 Saab 9-3 Sportwagon has died and we have parted company. I’m struggling to decide what I should buy to replace it. I need a hatch or estate to...
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  Clutch broke on our new car after 1400 miles - would skipping gears fix this issue? 22 Aug 2017 (Ask HJ)
  Four months ago we bought a Citroen C3 Picasso 1.2 PureTech. At 1400 miles, it had a burnt out clutch on a very busy road. The dealer blames our driving...
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  What SUV/crossover will offer the most comfortable ride and best back support? 11 Jul 2017 (Ask HJ)
  I want a new Crossover/SUV and it has to be a petrol automatic. I'm not concerned about handling or how fast it can go. I'm after a vehicle with the softest...
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  New car up to £50k - quiet, smooth ride, automatic, preferably 4wd 21 Jul 2016 (Ask HJ)
  Looked at your list of quiet cars. Not entirely happy with some of the models - the Skoda Superb tyres are noisy on coarse grained road, ride in BMWs is...
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  Buying a new family car - Mazda 6 or Skoda Superb? 14 Feb 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I have a Mazda 6 Sport Nav (175 Manual) 2013 version which on the whole I am happy with especially the safety pack (Lane & rear view monitoring etc). I...
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  What's the best medium-sized estate/SUV for £25k? 24 Mar 2015 (Ask HJ)
  We will shortly be replacing our seven year old Honda Jazz after 100,000 miles. Although much of our mileage is for trips under 15 miles on the European...
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  Is it common for Volkswagen DSG automatics to suffer major failures? 7 Dec 2013 (Ask HJ)
  My 2005 Volkswagen Touran developed an intermittent but persistent fault with the automatic gearbox. The car would randomly drop into limp home mode (third...
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  Which reliable, economical four or five door car would you recommend? 5 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I currently have a 1995 Mercedes-Benz E320 coupe and a 1989 Mercedes-Benz G Wagon (that runs on LPG and petrol). Both have done over 140,000 miles and...
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  Why can't the London Congestion Charge be automated? 6 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I have just heard on Radio 5 a very interesting fact about Ken Livingstone’s London Congestion Charge. The programme alleged that the whole scheme is now...
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  S320 CDI automatic transmission 7 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 53 reg Merc S320 CDI, which has covered 120,000 miles. Last year (20,000 miles ago) I had to have the transmission rebuilt (ingress of water...
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  Devon help us 15 Aug 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I write regarding the letter from MM in last Saturday's Telegraph. As an accident to my wife's car was deemed to be the fault of the other party, our...
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  Can you recommend a small petrol automatic hatchback to replace our Nissan Qashqai and Toyota Verso? 3 Apr 2011 (Ask HJ)
  Having considered a rationalisation of our transport requirements, my wife and I have finally decided to address the situation. I am 81, and my wife is...
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  Using left-foot braking in an automatic is much more efficient in traffic, and faster away from the lights. 22 Oct 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I passed my IAM test in 1985. I had arranged a test at short notice and was tested by the chief examiner who remarked that he had never seen anyone braking...