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Skoda Yeti - Skoda Yeti misleading brochure 3 Dec 2013 (Forum)
On the page setting out the specific functions of the button, it describes the first as "Uphill Start Assist" which in the owners manual, explains this is where the brakes are actuated on an incline. Couldn't be clearer. My wife is a bit nervous on hill starts and we intended to use it in hilly terrain a lot so imagine the disappointment when we let go of the brakes on the first hill we found only to roll back almost to oblivion. -
Can the police use laser speed detection equipment at night? 19 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
Following on your response about speed cameras at night, it's worth noting that the police can of course use a laser speed device at night (although arguably... -
Use of fogs - question replied to by Honest John 16 Jan 2013 (Forum)
As the Highway Code notes, you can also miss brake lights going on, depending upon the car's rear lighting configuration. At best, you get unpleasant eye strain, especially if you're stationary behind the vehicle in a traffic queue. That must all sound like a statement of the obvious to experienced/careful drivers, but it's depressingly common to find thoughtless drivers using fogs unnecessarily - and illegally. -
How should I drive my Toyota Auris hybrid on a steep downhill slope? 12 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
I drive a Toyota Auris Hybrid, but there seems to be no literature on driving hybrids. The local trunk road has a long steep hill down to a major roundabout... -
Small petrol automatic - recommendations please? 9 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
I am looking for something with five-doors to replace our beloved Alfa Romeo MiTo 1.6JTDm 120PS, which isn't practical with kids. It's our second car and... -
Rover 25 - Handbrake efficiency mot fail. 23 Sep 2012 (Forum)
Surely it'd also affect the rear-wheel braking? Having fitted new pads, the bloke in the overalls then adjusts the cable. 'Why didn't he just do that first?' thinks me. Am I simply being unduly cynical? Other than that, the service was ok. -
Should we sell or keep our Fiesta? 16 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
We have owned a Fiesta 1.25 Zetec for 5 years and it has done 26000 miles. It is used for a daily commute of 8 miles each way. We are wondering what will... -
Parts for modern classics 26 Aug 2012 (Ask HJ)
I bought HondaPrelude 1990 I put in Slick 50 at once. So far engine has been fine. Various other faults such as gaiters, radiator, tyres, filters brake... -
My Honda Civic automatic sometimes lurches forwards - how can I prevent this? 23 Jun 2012 (Ask HJ)
I have a Honda Civic Hybrid automatic. On two occasions the Honda has lurched forward from starting and I haven't had time to react before hitting something... -
Mazda 2 ABS Fault 21 Jun 2012 (Ask HJ)
I have an 08 plate Mazda 2 1.5 Sport. I bought it about 14 months ago from a Mazda dealership. It has a full Mazda service history and has now covered... -
Should I worry about black oil? 26 May 2012 (Ask HJ)
I have just picked up my HDI Citroen C3 Picasso from its two year service (25,000 miles) and on checking the oil level the oil is black. On lifting... -
Is undertaking illegal? 28 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
You have often said that undertaking is not against the law but, according to the local press, Greater Manchester police is starting a campaign to catch... -
Keep my car or scrap it? 25 Mar 2012 (Ask HJ)
My Ford Mondeo 115PS TDCI with 60,000 miles just broke down - NSR brake caliper binding. Last year it was front spring. I asked RAC man whether I should... -
Check bolt length when swapping from steel to alloy wheels. 24 Mar 2012 (Ask HJ)
When swapping from steel to alloy wheels, the most important thing to check is the length of the bolts. An alloy wheel is thicker and will need longer... -
Vauxhall Vivaro - vivaro maf sensor 13 Mar 2012 (Forum)
Hi all i have a 2006 vauxhall vivaro 1.9 dti a few months back i had a diagnostics check on it and it came back with a faulty maf sensor so i bought a new one off ebay for £30 i fitted it and it seemed ok but not alot better i had another diagnostics check on it and it came back with three different fault codes to the original code these are as follows P0100-not present (maf sensor) P0400-not present (egr valve) P0113-not prsent (intake air temp sensor) after a bit of research it seems the cheap maf i bought of ebay has a bit of a bad reputation for being of substandard quality so i bought one from a local motor factors for £120 i fitted this cleaned the egr and took the van out for a spin and all seemed to be well the van pulled alot better idle revs didnt drop as they did before no lack of power when cold and the black smoke had dissapeared sorted i thought got back home and ran another diagnostics and annoyingly i got the same 3 fault codes i put this down to my opcom being rubbish as everythimg seemed so much better but this morning a day after fitting the new maf i started the van up and all the probs where back again it runs better than before but still the smoke and the dropping idle revs. The revs drop to nearly 0 when i brake for a junction it dosnt quite cut out but is close to it as soon as i release the brakes the rvs go back to a normal 850? im now thinking perhaps ive disturbed a dodgy wire going to maf does anybody have any ideas on how i can check this any input would be appretiated. -
Should I change my car? 8 Feb 2012 (Ask HJ)
We have a 2004 (04) Golf 1.9 TDI which goes as well now (109,000miles) as when we bought it 6 years ago. The next service (116K) will necessitate... -
Should my Skoda Octavia Estate's ESP be switched off in slippery conditions? 14 Jan 2012 (Ask HJ)
I was wondering whether your advice regarding the switching off of both ASR and ESP in slippery conditions applies to vehicles with AWD such as the Skoda... -
Any comeback on cars bought from a private seller? 16 Nov 2011 (Ask HJ)
I bought a Ford Galaxy a few months of a private seller who advertised it as 'excellent condition throught'. He also failed to flag up some problems and... -
Winter Tyres and speed ratings 15 Nov 2011 (Ask HJ)
My 102,000 mile vRS has run its entire life on 205/45/R16 tyres - these are usually rated 83W (all year round use). I am struggling to find identically... -
Where there’s a well there’s a way 1 Oct 2011 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2005 Mondeo Titanium X 2.2 TDCi, bought two years ago to tow a caravan. This has four 255/40ZR18 low profile tyres on alloy wheels. These tyres...
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