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• Omega replacement/compatible CD ? 2 Mar 2003 (Forum)
  The CD300 radio/CD is my Vauxhall has a CD jammed in it, and stays on after the ignition is off thus flattenning the battery (see other thread on that prob). Question here is: - Do vauxhall offer a swap/replace service ? - know a company who can repair/replace Vauxhall radios ? - are there 3rd party units that will fit the Omega dash and use the MFD Not looking for anything flash, just a basic radio/CD player rather than cd stack, GPS, mobile disco etc ;-) Thanks, Grant
• Rover 214 intermittant fault 1 Jan 2003 (Forum)
  Occasionally it dies whilst driving, sometimes ,it recovers, once or twice it has stalled and not re-started, however having been left for 5-10 mins it starts o.k. Today it wouldn't start from cold ( unusual, as it is more problematic while half warm) and the battery went down. I got it going with jump leads and a shot of easy start, but I haven't cured the fault. Any ideas ? Gratefully received .
• Rover having a laugh! 25 Feb 2002 (Forum)
  One of my remote plips has died on me - tried changing the batteries and using the reprogramming sequence, but the light doesn't come on when its pressed and it seems dead. Those dandy highwaymen at Rover want to charge me 50 quid (50 quid for a tiny circuit board and piece of plastic!)
• The dreaded 1.1 Fiesta 19 Dec 2001 (Forum)
  Our 1995N 1.1 Fiesta (73,000 miles) has developed a habit of starting OK, running for 2-300 yards, stopping, then refusing to start. This tends to happen when slowing down to negotiate a junction. There's plenty of life in the battery, but it won't fire. If you then tow it, it will start and run perfectly well. The breathers have been cleaned, it does some decent runs, and the oil is the correct grade. I suspect something is going awry with the engine management system.
• Security Codes 10 Mar 2001 (Forum)
  Hi, My son has removed the battery from his Nova , and when replaced has found that the radio requires a security code.(which he hasn`t got) He has tried to obtain this code from the previous owner and the local Vauxhall dealer , to no avail.
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  Are your readers aware of all the major issues with electric cars? 21 Mar 2011 (Ask HJ)
  Your column has correctly picked up on one of the fallacies of electric cars and you are the only writer that I can find that has told the truth about...
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  My EV gives an indicated range that is less than the claimed maximum, should I be concerned? 6 Nov 2023 (Ask HJ)
  I have just bought a Kia Soul EV 2021 with a stated max range of 280 miles. I have done several long journeys and charged to 100% (normally charge to 80%...
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  Kia says my e-Niro shouldn't be jacked up, only lifted on a workshop hoist. What if I get a flat tyre? 19 Mar 2021 (Ask HJ)
  I just bought a Kia e-Niro 4+, it's awesome and exceeding expectations. I really want a space-saving spare wheel and can find one online. However, in the...
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  Would an electric car cope with hilly terrain? 13 Mar 2017 (Ask HJ)
  We currently have a Honda Jazz CVT. My my wife, who has limited mobility, really likes it. However, we feel that with the type of motoring that we do,...
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  Vauxhall Insignia engine seizure - what are my rights? 25 Jul 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I bought a 2010 Vauxhall Insignia 2.0 CDTI in March and took out a service plan with the dealer, who has serviced the vehicle since then. The vehicle had...
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  Ford Fiesta advice 30 Nov 2015 (Ask HJ)
  As you are aware I not so long ago bought a Fiesta TDCI 1.6 s with approximately 55,000 miles for £6000. The car has had a few issues but the dealer...
• Vauxhall Vectra B facelift (1999 - 2002) - 02 1.8 Various electrical problems 13 Feb 2010 (Forum)
  I tried to start it again but starter did not turn engine. Only warning lights were on. I then jumped out and removed the ground cable from the battery in case there was some big short circuit. I put a charger on the battery and charged it for some hours and then made a new try. The starter was now turning the engine but it did not ?promise? anything tied for about 15s (sounded like it was not igniting).
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  Volkswagen Scirocco Blue moan 15 Jan 2010 (Ask HJ)
  Faced with repeated failure of the Bluetooth in my Scirocco with my Blackberry 8520, I devised my own shortcut to 're-booting' the cars cranky software...
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  My car has been parked up for two years - is it worth recommissioning it? 16 May 2025 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 2013 Vauxhall Corsa with only 67,000 miles on clock, however it has been idle for 2 years. Would it pay me to get it renovated or just let it...
• Selling a car with the least amount of hassle . 28 Sep 2024 (Forum)
    I have tried online valuation sites which give an estimate of its £4k, but it has been sitting for three months, needs a thorough clean, has some damage to the front wheel arch where it hit a fence. and the battery is dead so not expecting the full amount... i  I took some photos today, thinking I could upload them to the Motorway website when I got home , but later realised their process requires using the app in real-time.
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  Is repeated rapid charging bad for an EV? 10 Sep 2024 (Ask HJ)
  I would like to get a Fiat 500e but don't have the facility to charge at home. The nearest charger is a nearby supermarket which only allows 2 hours charging....
• Vauxhall Tigra 2009 - Hydraulic pump replaced now boot/roof won't open 19 Aug 2024 (Forum)
  Motor is whirring like it's trying to open the boot but only moves slightly up a cm or 2, but it will lock fine. I haven't dared try the roof so far. I have disconnected the battery for a bit, and cheked battery voltage which is alright . Is it the motor or has the wd40 damaged anything? Not sure what I may have done wrong or what the issue is now. Bit of a long one apologies.
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  What are the advantages of a mild-hybrid car? 24 Apr 2024 (Ask HJ)
  Is there any advantage in owning a self charging mild hybrid Hyundai Tucson over a non mild hybrid model?
• BMW 1 Series 2019 - Why doesn't my subwoofer have much woof?!! 6 Apr 2024 (Forum)
    I know the wires are messy - I was planning to solder them once I had it working properly.   The battery and fuse box are in the boot of my car.   - The power cable goes directly to the positive terminal of the battery. - Ground wire to a bolt on the chassis. - I used a fuse piggyback thingy to connect the remote wire to the fuse for the 12v sockets.
• Audi A3 - Spontaneous combustion 1 Feb 2023 (Forum)
  Fortuantely our neighbour came round and decided the best course of action would be to disconnect the battery. They managed to open the door and pull the bonnet release. The car was full of smoke with the source of the fire being under the dash on the passenger side. They got the battery out and the fire died.