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Error codes after diesel filter change 12 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
Every time the diesel filter is changed on my Citroen Xsara the engine manangement light stays meaning a loss of power when driven hard through gears and... -
Smaller wheels for winter tyres in a Focus ST? 10 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
Hello, Having reached the ripe old age of 73 I ordered what I would think my last new car, a Ford Focus ST Estate, practical and fun (I hope). The... -
What polish for my car? 26 Aug 2012 (Ask HJ)
I have decided to purchase a 14 month Avensis Tourer. This is an ex Toyota car. Not sure if these normally get any (supagaud) paint work treatment when... -
Mazda 5 Furano 2.0 Petrol - ABS Brake Pump 19 Aug 2012 (Forum)
Despite loving this car (it's my wifes) I am now rather angry at the ongoing costs of running the vehicle - so much so that I will not be buying another... -
Does using cruise control increase fuel consumption? 1 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
Does using cruise control increase fuel consumption? I have been a keen user of cruise control for many years and it is the only extra I ever have installed... -
DSG gearbox problems 5 Feb 2012 (Ask HJ)
I refer to the problem of the hesitancy associated with the VW DSG gearbox and the danger this causes when pulling out of road junctions and entering islands.... -
Car computer failures on VAG cars 23 Nov 2011 (Ask HJ)
Could you please tell me during which periods of manufacture Volkswagen Golf estates and Skoda Octavia estates were likely to have the Teves Mk60 ABS ESP... -
Golden for oldies 5 Oct 2011 (Ask HJ)
My parents, both 89, want to replace their 56 plate Honda Jazz that they have never enjoyed driving (nor me). The brakes are over assisted and the throttle... -
Spares deportment 1 Oct 2011 (Ask HJ)
You frequently recommend buying a set of 4 steel wheels fitted with winter tyres for use from October to March in the UK. What should be done about the... -
Zafira B - Intermittent whistling noise on Zafira B 11 Aug 2011 (Forum)
I've had the car back at the dealers and they claim to have done a full diagnostic and conlcuded that the front brake plates were rubbing against disks. They claim that they have adjusted these which should have sorted the problem. They also said the pulling to the left was a different issue and that i needed the tracking adjusting which they also claim to have done (at a cost of 35.00). -
Underbody rust, Focus 8 May 2011 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2005-plate (manufactured 2004) Ford Focus Estate, 1.8 petrol. It has just passed its MOT but with a note to the effect that it is rusted underneath... -
cambelt on Audi A4 8 Nov 2010 (Ask HJ)
My A4 has covered 56000 miles from new, former company car doing about 16k per annum, now as 2nd owner I only do about 7k per annum. First reg. Sept 2006... -
Ford Fiesta 1998 - Fiesta Handbrake Efficiency 15 Oct 2010 (Forum)
Hi all, I have a 1998 Mk4 Ford Fiesta but have been having some trouble with handbrake efficiency. Sorry it's a long story! My MOT was due and the rear brakes were getting worn so my girlfriend's dad fitted new rear brake shoes, new pistons, a new handbrake cable and adjusted everything as best he could. Took it for it's MOT last month and it failed on handbrake efficiency, the reason the garage gave was "you fitted a non-genuine handbrake cable, it's too short which affects handbrake efficiency". -
Rights and wrongs 4 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
My son has recently purchased a SAAB 1.9 diesel. When taking a journey shortly afterwards he noticed a sound from the rear, which he thought was a bearing... -
Can you recommend a reliable diesel for less than £1000? 18 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking for a reliable diesel for £1000. Which is the best to go for? I need something that does roughly 50mpg and doesn't brake down very often, if... -
I bought a Jeep Grand Cherokee that was built in 2008 and not 2010 - does it need any special attention? 28 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
I have just taken delivery of a new Jeep Grand Cherokee Tech. The dealer had no stock and had to order it from Chrysler UK. As the model was only launched... -
With some hesitation 26 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
I have a 6 year old Audi TT 3.2DSG, that I have had since new and still very much enjoy, except for one big problem. It stops without warning. At anytime,... -
Warrant piece 12 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
I exchanged my Mercedes A-Class for a Subaru Forester, and was given a basic 3-month warranty with it. I also took out extra warranty with Warranty Direct.... -
Ripping yarn 8 May 2010 (Ask HJ)
Honest John, some good feedback for a very common and dangerous problem with the SAAB 9-3. My suspension spring sheared and went through the tyre and brake... -
Teving trouble 27 Mar 2010 (Ask HJ)
Due to an array of warning lights on the dash of her 118d, including traction control and brakes, my daughter took the car for a diagnostic check to a...