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• diesel fuel 11 Jan 2002 (Forum)
  Having just had starting problems with my 15 month old diesel zafira (injector seal) S&it happens but this was nicely deoderised by the local dealer f.o.c. and a car for the day. However whilst the problem was ongoing, my German colleagues recommended mixing petrol with diesel fuel in a 2 to 30 litre ratio. and claimed that this was the special winter additive by the fuel companies.
• diesel fuel 6 Nov 2003 (Forum)
  Hi, I buy my diesel fuel from Tesco (Always). A friend says that I should buy from Shell because it has more lubricity. Is he right please? Lucy T.
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  My car has been sat for six years with some diesel in the tank - should I drain it before starting it? 10 Apr 2019 (Ask HJ)
  I have had a 2003 Mercedes-Benz E320 CDI sitting on the drive for the last six years with some diesel fuel in the tank. Now I am about to restart using...
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  Storing five jerry cans of diesel - is it a good idea? 30 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I wish to store diesel fuel in five jerry cans. How long may I store modern fuels before they become contaminated or of reduced efficiency? I would also...
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  Pitta virtues 13 Jun 2009 (Ask HJ)
  I drive a 1995 Hyundai H100 diesel. I would like to know if I can run it on used falafel cooking oil instead of (or as well as) diesel fuel? Can the oil...
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  Does the kia Sportage suffer with failing fuel filters? 20 May 2014 (Ask HJ)
  Can you tell me if failing fuel filters on the Kia Sportage is an ongoing problem?
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  Which fuel should I buy? 11 Aug 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I am taking delivery of a new Qashqai 2.0 diesel auto. I always use Shell fuel. Do you think the extra cost of Shell V Power is worth it for my new car?...
• Diesel fuel - where to source it 27 Feb 2003 (Forum)
  All, I know HJ's views on supermarket petrol. Do the same apply to Diesel fuel or is it just a case of buying the cheapest possible. Is there any difference between brands? In anticipation. Robert
• Volvo V70/XC70 (2000 - 2007) - 02 2.4 Changing Diesel Fuel Filter on D5 12 Nov 2009 (Forum)
  I have a Volvo V70 D5. Can someone confirm if there is a diesel fuel filter in the engibe bay, and if so, where is it? Or does the car only have a diesel filter near the fuel tank? My car has done 115,000 and as I am changing the other filters I wanted to change the diesel filter too.
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  What happens if I put petrol into a diesel car? 6 Apr 2021 (Ask HJ)
  Does putting petrol in a diesel car cause damage?
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  I put 7.5 litres of petrol in my diesel car and then drove 20 miles - will I have future issues with the car? 16 Mar 2020 (Ask HJ)
  Last night I accidentally put 7.5 litres of petrol into my diesel car. It was late at night and everything was closed because of the coronavirus. I filled...
• Volvo V50 se diesel - fuel quality 9 Feb 2012 (Forum)
  I've recently changed from Tesco fuel to Shell fuel. I now have a much quieter engine and better mpg.Any reason for this?Is Shell fuel that much better...
• Peugeot 106 1.5 diesel - fuel gauge 20 Feb 2007 (Forum)
  I have a Peugeot 106 1.5 diesel. The fuel gauge does not work. A mechanic fitted a new sender unit but its still not working. Is there a fuse to power this and if so where is it located? Also could you please tell me how to replace the fuel gauge assembly?
• Toyota Yaris (1999 - 2005) - 2004 T3 diesel - which fuel would you recommend? 16 Feb 2008 (Forum)
  I have bought a yaris T3 2004 diesel. and i will put millers diesel power sport 4 in with the fuel. but which one is best BP ultimate? Shell v-power? Shell diesel extra Thank-you.
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  Buying a fuel efficient family car 5 Mar 2011 (Ask HJ)
  What are the best, extra urban mpg, used family cars?
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  Which diesel fuel for my Mercedes-Benz E220? 18 Aug 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I am about to purchase a new Mercedes E220 ‘Executive SE’ saloon. I have read varying reports on supermarket diesel fuel and I am reluctant to fill up...
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  Is premium diesel worth the extra cost? 23 Feb 2011 (Ask HJ)
  Is it worth using a premium diesel fuel in a 2007 VW Passat 2.0 TDI car from the point of view of performance, engine longevity, smoother running etc?
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  Anti-freeze in diesel fuel 13 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
  My Citroen C4 Grand Picasso 1.6 HDi has gone into 'limp mode' and then cut out on me twice recently, accompanied by the ESP and auto handbrake warning...
• LPG or Diesel 17 Jun 2003 (Forum)
  I travel 25k a year and was wondering which is the best type of fuel for economy, Duel fuel or diesel?
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  What are the difference in the two types of diesel fuel? 17 Jul 2023 (Ask HJ)
  I have noticed two types of diesel fuel on some forecourts. What is the difference please? Which has the longest shelf life?