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  I have had a can of unleaded petrol in the garage for three years - does it deteriorate? 26 Apr 2019 (Ask HJ)
  I have had a five-gallon metal can of unleaded petrol in the garage for more than three years. Does it deteriorate?
• Vauxhall Zafira 'Elite' Sept 2011, 13k miles - 'Gurgling' noise from engine. 21 Nov 2018 (Forum)
  Vauxhall advised that it was due to an air lock in the coolant but bleeding didn't stop it. Then they said that it was air bubbles in the Fuel system and a replacement Fuel Filter was required, This was done but the noise continues! I've NOW been told that it's an inherent fault in, not only Zafiras, but also Astras! They also said that a fix had been developed for the Astra but not the Zafira!
• Skoda Fabia 1.2 petrol - Suddenly non starter. 10 Jul 2018 (Forum)
  When he returned 12 hours later the car would not start and has failed to do so since. We have replaced the fuel pump and drained the petrol, fearing dirty fuel but even with fresh petrol it still will not start. There is petrol getting to injectors and the spark is present. It IS booked into Skoda dealer on 25th July but wonder if anybody out there can suggest what has happened here.
• reliable diesel hatchback - any recommendations? 24 Jul 2017 (Forum)
  Hoping someone can help.  I currently have a 1.2 petrol Nissan micra but am spending a fortune on fuel (I do approx. 25000miles a year, mostly town driving and getting 44mpg - about £70 a week in petrol). So I'm looking into buying a diesel hatchback - I want reliability as well as fuel economy.
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  Is 7mpg normal for a 2005 Mercedes-Benz A-Class? 10 Feb 2017 (Ask HJ)
  I just bought a 2005 Mercedes-Benz A-Class Elegance SE automatic 134PS. So far I've done 45 miles and already used £40 of fuel. Is this normal? I drive...
• Citroen C4 Cactus - The C4 Cactus views? hatch/cross alternatives? 8 Dec 2016 (Forum)
  Hi There,   Looking for honest views of owners new or past of the C4 Cactus....wwa originally looking at Quashqai but petrol engine not up to scratch and fuel economy not great. the Cactus quirly looks appreal especially in black or shark grey.... the Petrol puretech 1.2 11bhp engine in particular is what i like... any views? I have 2 girls and currently drive a bashed up focus...so looking for new car with similar space or more and better fuel economy and tech, Any views appreciated please or cars you think pip this looking at budget maybe up to 9k second hand low milage...
• Mercedes-Benz CLS 350 CDI - Shell V-Power/BP Ultimate Diesels 24 May 2016 (Forum)
   Last week on a 400 mile run from Dijon using a mixture of Shell V-Power and BP Ultimate Diesels I pulled into our Hotel in Carcassonne showing an average of 49.6 mpg for the journey.  This was door to door, included stops for fuel, lunch and 'peages', a fullish load, two passengers and A/C on all the time.  OK, this was a shown on the car's computer and could be a bit optimistic but actual usage generally checked out; we also showed an average speed of 75 for all running time - not bad for a 3 litre V6 - I'm a 'Premium Fuel' convert.
• £4.5k, which family car to keep long term? 2 Dec 2015 (Forum)
  Trouble is, I only average 10-12k max mileage, mostly local driving, 18 mile round trips. I really want a diesel, as I love the power delivery and fuel economy, but I am scared of buying because of the dreaded four (DMF, DPF, Injectors and Turbos). I really don’t fancy a gutless petrol that’s bad on fuel either. I don’t have a spare £1000 in my back pocket for a diesel repair bill either.
• Ford Focus Titanium Estate Td 109 (2008) - DPF Fault 7 Sep 2015 (Forum)
  In May, following a major loss of power, my Ford dealer diagnosed low fuel pressure & replaced the fuel filter. The problem occurred again in July & they replaced the turbo. This week the engine malfunction warning light appeared with another reduction in power.
• Citroen Xsara Picasso - wont start 24 Jun 2015 (Forum)
  I discovered a fault soon after that sometimes it would cut out and not start or just wouldnt start at all. for some reason i pulled the diesel fuel pipe off the filter housing and then replaced it and it started and worked perfect for 2-3 weeks and would then fail to start and would pull pipe off then put back on would always start again and run perfect,then today it wouldnt start did same but pulled pipe then replaced but fires up 1st key for a second then wont start at all ,would the fuel rail pressure sensor valve (i think its called)cause this ,any ideas would be appreciated
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  Why won't my 944 start? 28 Mar 2015 (Ask HJ)
  My 1986 Porsche 944 has been standing all through the winter. I reconnected a fully charged battery and tried to start it but the revs drop and then the...
• 2004 vectra c 2.0 dti - Vectra c DTI erg issues 28 Dec 2014 (Forum)
  tech 2 said p0400 so fitted new egr valve from euro car parts (recon new) put back on machine and still same p0400 engine light and limp mode changed valve again with another recon one from same place and still same. can anyone help me heard nightmare story of fuel pump but it starts and drives and amazing on fuel
• Honda Civic City CTDi - Loss of power and starting problems 8 Sep 2014 (Forum)
  The glowplug warning light comes on intermittnently.   My mechanic has changed the crankshaft sensor and fuel injectors but this has not corrected the problem.  He suggests it might be a problem with the fuel pump but more likely the ECU.   My only option is to take the car to Honda - but before I do, is anyone aware of this problem and what the solution might be (and the likely cost to do so).
• Skoda Octavia vRS - Petrol vs Diesel with a twist. 21 Jun 2014 (Forum)
  I'm thinking of buying a Skoda Octavia vRS around 2006 to 2010 model year and don't know whether to go for a petrol or diesel. The twist bit is that I get a company fuel card so although the fuel isn't free due to tax on beneft in kind, it's greatly reduced. However I have to fund all the maintenance costs so need to think about reliability, servicing and costs of repairs.
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  Audi service costs 4 Jun 2014 (Ask HJ)
  Just been quoted £499 for a service on my Audi A6 Avant diesel including Oil/Pollen Filter/Fuel Filter & Brake fluid change - does that seem reasonable?...
• Renault Espace (2002 - ) - Is the auto box a Renault or Nissan unit ? 3 Feb 2014 (Forum)
  I've read many tales of Renault auto boxes going 'south' and indeed many a Renault 2.2 and 3.0 diesel's top end self destructing, plus turbo and fuel pump probs too. At 3 years old it will be out of warrenty. I want a Grand Esapce that we give me the least trouble. Fuel consumption, not too big an issue, as I'll only do 5 to 8k miles per year.
• volvo v70 2.4D Automatic D5 - poor performance 30 Jan 2014 (Forum)
  It starts ok and idles smoothly however when putting the foot on the gas the pick up is slow and has no kick down, it then slowly gets upto speed. the speedo lagging the rev counter.As I use the motorway for my commute it does improve except for the climbs where it just stays at about 60. My first thought is that I have contamined fuel so I am busy burning that off before refilling with a better diesel, my question is what should I consider looking into next if its not the fuel
• Ford focus1.6 tdci sport (2007) - 1.6 tdci sport (2007) DPF, Turbo and EGR problems 31 Dec 2013 (Forum)
  Is it best to go for a 1.6 petrol one than keeping the tdci until problems start arising, already Ive had to replace the fuel pump which had a broken seal and now Ive noticed the water is also dripping around the same area just below the fuel pump from a silver metal pipe junction. Please advise... Thankx
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  Should I convert my Saab 9-5 to LPG? 24 Aug 2013 (Ask HJ)
  Is LPG conversion a worthwhile venture? I have just been given a 2003 Saab 9-5 and want to improve its fuel consumption.
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  Am I getting good enough fuel economy? 14 Feb 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I can only get 55.8 mpg out of my BMW 1 Series after 2000 miles. Do you think it could get higher?