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How much should I pay for a full service on a Chrysler Voyager? 16 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
How much should I pay for a full service on a Chrysler Voyager? -
Should the garage have to cover the cost of repairs for my low mileage Honda Civic? 23 Mar 2017 (Ask HJ)
My 2013 Honda Civic failed its MoT on 'excessive handbrake travel'. I've been told by my local garage that it will cost in excess £850 but they will pay... -
Brake caliper rust on BMW 5 Series 17 Jun 2016 (Ask HJ)
In September 2016 I bought a brand new BMW 530D M sport. It was a big purchase for me. After around 6-7 months I noticed surface rust on the brake calipers... -
Why does Volkswagen Auto Group exclude shock absorbers from its warranty? 1 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
We started a thread in the Backroom (/www.honestjohn.co.uk/forum/posts/?t=93339) complaining about VAG excluding shock absorbers from its warranty and... -
Institute of Advanced Manslaughter 7 Nov 2009 (Ask HJ)
I quote from the IAM handbook - "Advanced Driving - the essential guide" in which and I quote, from page 46: "As a rule, left foot braking is best avoided,... -
Is a road test mandatory after brake repair work has been carried out? 8 Mar 2024 (Ask HJ)
Is it illegal for a garage not to road test a customer's car after a brake overhaul? -
How does hill start assist work? 4 Oct 2023 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2016 Ford Ka + but don't fully understand how 'Hill Start Assist' works, being reluctant to release the handbrake on a hill before increasing... -
Can electric vehicles tow a trailer? 7 Dec 2020 (Ask HJ)
Are electric cars able to tow caravans and trailers? -
Should I be in Drive or Neutral at traffic lights? 27 Oct 2020 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2018 MINI Countryman auto. I've read that the gearbox allows for stopping at lights while still in Drive. But I've also read that it's best to... -
My car is stuck in park - what's the solution? 23 Feb 2020 (Ask HJ)
My Ford Mondeo automatic is stuck in park and will not start. The engine will only turn over once then it sounds like a starter motor noise. It will only... -
Can you recommend a luxury car for £6k? 1 May 2015 (Ask HJ)
Can you recommend a luxury car for £6000? I drive about 10,000 miles a year and want something that's comfortable and stylish. I like the Mercedes-Benz... -
How can I get my SORN car to a garage? 9 Dec 2013 (Ask HJ)
How can I get my car on SORN to a garage for a service? My car has been off the road and I want to sell it, but am reluctant to tax and insure it just... -
Service schedule for motorway cars? 5 Feb 2013 (Ask HJ)
What in particular should be serviced more or less on cars which just do long distance motorway commutes? The brakes used a lot less than in town driving... -
16" spare wheel but 17" fitted all round 8 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
Just had my first puncture on my T Spirit, which has factory fitted 17" wheels. The compact spare is 16". I'm having to wait for the replacement tyre to... -
Which new tyres for my Honda Jazz? 8 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
I have to replace my front tyres and am concerned about road noise as well as dry and wet braking. Can you suggest a tyre that will work well with my Honda... -
ABS diagnostic fault on my Volkswagen Golf GT - what could be causing it? 30 Jun 2012 (Ask HJ)
My car is a Golf GT Sport TDI and it is three and a half years old. The ABS light came on and I took it to my garage which did the diagnostics tests. £170... -
Ford Focus speedo problem 13 Feb 2012 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2000 Ford Focus 1.8. When the engine has warmed up the speedo stops working for 5-20 miles, while the speedo isn't working the odometer and... -
Expensive servicing costs in West London 27 Apr 2011 (Ask HJ)
I really think its time that BMW took a good look at its West London dealers. A recent quote for an oil service, new front and back brake pads, coolant... -
Does my Honda FR-V really need new discs at just 62,500 miles? 23 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
I took my Honda FR-V diesel in for its 62,500 service and was surprised they told me the rear brake discs need changing. Apparently they're worn out. The... -
Does my 2006 Volkswagen Golf really need new brake discs and pads at 50,000 miles? 6 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
I have a Volkswagen Golf 1.6 FSI. It is now four years and five months old and has covered 50,000 miles. Volkswagen are telling me that I need new disc...
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