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Droning tyres 28 Mar 2011 (Ask HJ)
My S40 has a very loud droning noise coming through the bulk head and also a judder through the brake pedal and steering wheel. This happens under anything... -
Should I hold my CVT gearbox on the brake? 20 Jan 2025 (Ask HJ)
Having replaced the earlier model we now have a Jazz CVT which does twice the mpg on narrow hilly Cornish lanes. I drive as economically as I can but wonder... -
Has there been any reports of 'unintended acceleration' in new BMW? 10 Feb 2017 (Ask HJ)
I have recently purchased a new BMW 3 Series Touring. I have 55 years accident free driving experience, always with manual transmission, and the new car... -
Feetal position 21 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
With regard to using your left foot to brake an automatic, this will probably only work if someone uses the method from their introduction to driving and... -
Is my 2003 Nissan Almera suffering from rusty brake discs? 24 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2003 (revised) Nissan Almera N16 1.5S. I’m hearing some strange noises from from the front end of the car after it has been driven constantly... -
Will a service reminder have any affect on my MOT? 18 Jun 2021 (Ask HJ)
My BMW X3 is due an MOT next month, but there's an onscreen warning to tell me to replace the brake fluid at my next service. Will it affect my MOT result?... -
Should I leave my auto in Drive or Neutral when stopped? 15 Sep 2020 (Ask HJ)
In an auto, is it best to select neutral and apply the handbrake at traffic lights or keep it in drive? -
Sticky back brakes on a Polo? 19 Apr 2013 (Ask HJ)
My 57 reg. Volkswagen Polo has sticky back breaks. When I wash the car I cover the back wheels with bin bags to keep them dry as I think it maybe dampness... -
Buying ultra low mileage cars 16 Aug 2011 (Ask HJ)
A very good friend has a 3 year old Honda Jazz for sale. It has only a few thosand miles on the clock and has remained virtually undriven since he had... -
B-Class wheels 20 Apr 2011 (Ask HJ)
I want to buy a set of steel rims and winter tyres for my 10-plate Mercedes-Benz B180 CDI auto. I would like to fit a smaller rim with a narrower tyre... -
Why won't my Honda Jazz's parking brake hold the car on a slope? 25 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
The parking brake on my Honda Jazz (58 plate, 9000 miles) does not hold the car on anything more than a modest uphill slope. The dealer has "adjusted"... -
EAT6 gearbox - do I use neutral when stopped at traffic lights? 1 Nov 2022 (Ask HJ)
Just bought a 2019 C4 cactus 1.2 petrol with the EAT6 automatic box, our first automatic. I believe it’s actually a manual with an automatic clutch really.... -
Where can I find brake disc parts for my Mitsubishi Colt - can you help? 24 Sep 2018 (Ask HJ)
I have a Mitsubishi Colt GLX Mk2 and I can’t seem to find replacement rear brake disc splash/backplates as mine are rusted through. Are there compatible... -
Honda CR-V issues 12 Feb 2014 (Ask HJ)
I have recently bought a 2005 Honda CR-V 2.0 petrol automatic. The car runs fine, but I have a couple of issues with the car: -It has automatic transmission,... -
Why does the brake fluid need changing in my Peugeot 407 SW? 20 Jul 2013 (Ask HJ)
I have owned a Peugeot 407 HDI 140 SW for four years and I thoroughly enjoy the car. Servicing has always been done by the excellent local Peugeot agent.... -
How can I clean brake dust off my wheels? 15 Jun 2013 (Ask HJ)
I clean my car every month but I have noticed that there has been a steady build up of some small hard spots of brake material on the wheels that is very... -
Returning a garaged car to the road after a long time - is it worth the effort? 8 Feb 2013 (Ask HJ)
I have a BMW E30 325i - the car was in mint condition when placed in a garage in France 8 years ago. Occasionally started since. Never given a long run.... -
Give us a brake 29 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
On the BBC2 programme 'How Safe Are Britain's Roads' they did a piece on an Automated Braking System that stopped/slowed the car when another vehicle or... -
Why an electric parking brake? 26 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
We have a 56 reg Passat TDI 140. It's been a really good car for the four-plus years we have had it. Spending money on wear and tear is fine and the £1000... -
Where can we have our BMW 1 Series' brake pressure sensor changed cheaply? 15 Sep 2011 (Ask HJ)
Our BMW 1 Series has done 40,000 miles and the warning lights for brakes and DTC have come on. My local, excellent independent garage, B&D Specialist Cars,...
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