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  Whining noise after replacement alternator 14 Mar 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I recently had the alternator replaced on my Golf 1.4 Match. It now has a whining noise, similar to a fan belt slipping, when the engine is running. This...
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  Bluemotion 1.2 diesel Polo 22 Dec 2010 (Ask HJ)
  My Bluemotion 1.2 diesel Polo has done 500 miles. Not once has it reached the advertised mpg. Between 3 and 7 Oc reaches just 53 mpg.
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  voyager crd 10 Nov 2010 (Ask HJ)
  My 2003 Voyager crd wont start, it turn`s over and tries to start but just won't kick in. I`ve been told it could be the head gasket, can anyone shed any...
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  Will a Jaguar XF diesel be ok used for weekend and evening journeys? 5 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
  If I treat myself to a new or nearly-new Jaguar XF 3.0 diesel and only drive it at weekends and maybe some evenings, will the DPF be ok as long as those...
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  Does my 2003 Audi A6 have a DPF? 1 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
  You spoke of burning out diesel particulate filters by running the engine at high(ish) revs for a period. What sort of time would you recommend at say...
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  Should I still be servicing my 1998 Rover 216? 17 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I have owned my Rover 216 from new in 1998. It's serviced regularly once a year, but only driven in the summer months doing approximately 2000 miles. Is...
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  Non-starter 10 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
  My 2007 Mazda2 diesel normally runs very well. Recently, on odd occasions it turns over OK but will not start. The AA man squirts quick start and away...
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  Why is our Peugeot 406 overheating? 6 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
  We have a 1999 Peugeot 406 that seems to get hot very quickly, going from 70 to 90 to 100 on the temperature dial. Also the engine, when hot, runs erratically....
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  Why are my Peugeot 306's wipers running so slowly? 5 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
  My '99 Peugeot 306 is having problems with the front wipers. They work, but only very slowly and then gradually speed up the longer you keep them on, but...
• Diesel and heating oil 13 Feb 2010 (Forum)
  I don't use it often, but have nearly run out of oil. I recently changed the filter and cleaned the burner, but need more oil. So, can I use diesel instead of No.1 heating oil? That way I can just buy a little as and when.
• Jeep Grand Cherokee (1999 - 2005) - 03 2.7 Immobiliser problems ? 22 Jan 2010 (Forum)
  I have recently purchased this car which had an existing problem with a non-working drivers window, I cleaned (lighty sponged) the inside of the car yesterday, went out again to run and heat/dry the car and although the central locking works I cannot turn the ignition key (at all) and it appears as though the immobilser is running (a red light is still flashing on the radio facia which I assume indicates this?)
• Peugeot 206 hatchback (1998 - 2006) - 01 1.9 Cold start problems 20 Jan 2010 (Forum)
  The engine cranks ok but take several minutes before it will fire and start. When it does start it seems to run on 2 cylinders until it warms up when it runs ok. The garage have replaced the glow plugs and glow plug relay and now suspect injectors (very expensive) or perhaps a blown head gasket which puzzles me as there's no sludge around the dip stick or oil filler cap.
• Is tyre pressure that important any more? 30 Dec 2009 (Forum)
  My offspring have absulutely no interest in their cars and I usually end up inflating their tyres when they visit, but I've noticed they still seem to wear evenly despite being down to around 60% of recommended pressure. I've played around with my own tyre pressures a bit (195/60 x 16) and even running at 10PSI above recommended I've not noticed any difference in economy. I'm reluctant to run them below the recommended pressure, but wonder if anyone's measured the difference in grip and economy at different pressures for modern lower profiles?
• Nissan Micra (2003 - 2010) - 06 1.2 Engine fault code PO132 02 sensor high 17 Dec 2009 (Forum)
  Car running strangely. Engine being hesitant, also seeming to rev when engine running at standstill. Has been into garage twice already, first time yelow warning light reset. Still problem so Pre Cat 02 sensor replaced but still same problem and light came back on again, any ideas what it could be please.
• Land Rover Discovery (1989 - 1998) - 96 3.9 LPG fault 10 Aug 2009 (Forum)
  The knuckle joint from the module to the hose seemes loose. The switch inside the car on the dash has a few led's. When the petrol pump symbol is on red, it runs on petrol, but when the button is pushed, it changes to 4 green led's followed by 1 amber and 1 red one, this may mean empty? I put £15 of LPG in yesterday but this may have leaked out by now. When it switches over it runs for a few seconds then cuts out.
• BMW 3-Series E91 Touring (2005 - ) - Which tyres give the most comfortable ride? 5 Aug 2009 (Forum)
  I have toyed with the idea of putting regular tyres on the car, but decided to stay with the run-flats. What I need to know is: Which brand/model gives the most comfortable ride? Thanks in advance.
• Ford Mondeo III (2000 - 2007) - 03 2.0 flashing glow plug light 15 May 2009 (Forum)
  have the glow plug light flashing on dashboard i have had the plugs checked and they were dead so got them replaced but still had the problem of lack of power,poor starting from cold have also checked the injectors (run off test)and they are ok today i cleaned the egr valve and hey presto got the power back the only problem i have with the car now is the flashing glow plug light does anyone know how this can be turned off without having to take it to fords as my local ford garage is run by a bunch of monkeys
• Land Rover Defender (1946 - ) - 1989 2.5 fuel related loss of power & over running 4 May 2009 (Forum)
  hi everyone, i have just had an expensive recovery of my 110 station wagon, with what appears to be fuel delivery problem, the engine ticks over fine,...
• KIA Cee'd (2007 - 2010) - Did Kia know something we didn't? 4 Apr 2009 (Forum)
  First reason is a saving of up to £2,450 on the car's price, the second detailing the seven year warranty and the third, an outsider coming in at 100/1...:-) Underneath the third reason is the wording: Over Becher's Brook. Over The Chair. Run you little beauty, run. You only put a pound on each way. Who cares? You're about to be rich. Did the copywriter fancy Mon Mome or been given a tip? I think we should be told...:-)
• Volkswagen Golf III (1992 - 1997) - 1995 1.4 Engine cuts out after a few miles 31 Oct 2008 (Forum)
  I have a Golf CL petrol single injection. It is sometimes very difficult to start and on other occasions starts straight away and runs very smooth and responds to throttle control. If I take it for a run it is perfect for a few miles and then just cut out and just will not restart, it can be left for a few hours and then still refuses to start, I then have tow it back home and if I try to start it 9 times out of ten it starts immediately, I have changed the spark plugs and leads, can anybody help me.