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• Fiat Doblo Cargo - Smoking when cold 10 Apr 2023 (Forum)
  There are no fault codes showing. - Gasket heard tested and fine - EGR valve cleaned thoroughly after it was running at above suggested pressure % on mechanics computer. - Full service done including changing the fuel filter. - Went to a diesel specialist who told me all the injectors where fine at the time and lots of Doblos do that. - The latest guy (deals in cleaning of EGRs etc) suggested an injector could well need changed (as when running he had his computer on it and one of the cylinders was running at 2.8-3.2ish whilst the others at small deficits of around -0.1 (I’m not mechanically minded so not sure what that measures.)
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  What's the best family car to buy on a budget? 10 Apr 2023 (Ask HJ)
  I am looking at buying a medium-sized family car. I have been looking at the Honda Jazz, Fords and Vauxhalls. My budget is around £2000 but I'm looking...
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  Can I remove my car's daytime running lights? 10 Jan 2023 (Ask HJ)
  The LED daytime running light (DRL) on the offside of my i10 is broken. Can I switch them off or remove them? My local Hyundai dealer said the part is...
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  Breakeven point for petrol versus diesel? 28 Dec 2022 (Ask HJ)
  I am looking at the SEAT Ateca - either the 1.5 TSI DSG Or 1.6 TDI DSG. I have been doing up to 15,000 miles a year of mixed motoring. What would be the...
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  Should I fit all-season tyres? 4 Apr 2022 (Ask HJ)
  My Toyota C-HR is fitted with Michelin Primacy 3 tyres which are suitable for air temperatures above 8 degrees centigrade. Is this the correct tyre for...
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  Battery failure on a recently purchased used car - who is responsible? 11 Nov 2021 (Ask HJ)
  I bought a Meriva from a Vauxhall main dealer less than three months ago, but the battery has now failed. Are they responsible for replacing it?
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  What used diesel model should I buy for a 100-mile commute? 8 Apr 2021 (Ask HJ)
  I am moving to a new location, which means my commute will now be 50 miles each way, so I'm looking for a used car to cover this high mileage (mostly motorway)....
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  Will running the engine of my car once a week help prevent battery depletion? 6 Apr 2020 (Ask HJ)
  I have SORN'd my Jaguar F-Pace during the Coronavirus pandemic. Besides turning the engine over once a week, what else can I do to ensure the efficiency...
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  Should I prepare my car for two months storage? 30 Jan 2020 (Ask HJ)
  Following surgery next March/April, I will be unable to drive my petrol Mazda CX-3 (mileage 8000) for approximately two months. The car will be garaged...
• Range Rover P38, 1995, Manual Diesel - Range Rover P38 - Diesel not starting/running 6 Nov 2019 (Forum)
  Evening All, I have the above vehicle as a project car and I am experiencing issues with starting and running the engine. It started with rough idling, loss of power then cutting out and refusing to start. It is a complicated tail and have posted on specialist forum but not really got a definitive guide on what to do next.
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  If I buy a small van that runs on LPG - will I be able to drive it around Europe? 16 Apr 2019 (Ask HJ)
  I am interested in buying a small camper (Transit size). I am concerned about new diesel regulations but I want to be able to tour Europe. What base model...
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  Is a diesel pick-up good for a six-mile commute? 23 Jul 2018 (Ask HJ)
  My son at present runs a 2004 Mitsubishi L200 which he really likes and has owned for the last 7 years. He is now considering buying a much newer one but...
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  Why is the oil level in my Kia Sportage so high after it's been driven? 31 Dec 2017 (Ask HJ)
  My Kia Sportage oil level reads at well over the max mark when the engine has been running. I've been to Kia and they can't find a problem. What do you...
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  Should I have the oil pipes changed to avoid the turbo becoming blocked? 7 Sep 2017 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 2014 Volvo XC60 Twin Turbo, which has done 40,000 miles. Should I have the oil pipes changed at the next service? I know you're often saying they...
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  Is it advisable to have my tyres below the recommended PSI? 3 May 2017 (Ask HJ)
  I've just taken the plunge and bought 4 Michelin Cross Climates for my 2011 Mercedes E250 CDI Estate.Tyre size is 225/55 R16 99W. Mercedes Benz recommends...
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  Can I use super-unleaded fuel in my Volvo 850? 20 Feb 2017 (Ask HJ)
  I have just acquired a K reg Volvo 850 GLT with just 25,000 fully-documented miles on the clock. Is it okay to use super-unleaded fuel in this car? Also,...
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  Vauxhall Vectra stalling at low revs 1 Nov 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I own a Vauxhall Vectra C 1.9 diesel. It has a manual gearbox and a DMF. The problem I have is when the clutch is not engaged. The car runs smoothly and...
• Audi A6 Avant - Suggest a car- estate/crossover/SUV - maybe A6? 18 Oct 2016 (Forum)
  Obviously these cars were not cheap to buy when new, and in my experience if you aren't careful repair costs can be vastly different compared to the cost of running a Mondeo. I will be the main driver but my wife might potentially need to take it to work one day. I intend to keep the car for a fair time and run it to high mileage- I see that there are legions of Audis with staggering miles on them on Autotrader so I can only assume they are capable of it.
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  Can you suggest a cheap to run used car? 25 Feb 2016 (Ask HJ)
  My Citroen Xsara Picasso 2.0 HDI is coming to the end of its life after seven years of good service and 220,000 miles. It's always done over 40mpg, even...
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  Best seven-seater SUV - what would you recommend? 5 Jan 2016 (Ask HJ)
  Can you please advise which of the following is likely to have the most boot space when all seven seats are in use:Mitsubishi Outlander,Kia Sorento,Hyundai...