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I think this is why copper grease works well to prevent metals bonding together. 30 Mar 2013 (Ask HJ)
Further to the recent comments from readers about metals becoming bonded together (principally aluminium alloy wheels and iron hubs). Harking back to my... -
BMW 7 series starting problems 3 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
I have a lovely, quite low mileage BMW 740i. Sometimes - unpredictably - it won't start on the first, second... even 13th or more turn of the key. It can... -
Why do used car salesmen try to sell so many unwanted add-ons? 27 Oct 2012 (Ask HJ)
I recently decided to update my car and, having seen a suitable car on the forecourt of our local Ford dealer, I arranged a test drive. This was fine and... -
Is there still a market for small, basic, economical cars? 27 Oct 2012 (Ask HJ)
We bought our 1998 Fiat Panda 0.9-litre for 1400 Euros six years ago. It has now covered over 150,000km, and we have done 54,000km of those. It will comfortably... -
Is my 2006 Toyota Avensis diesel approaching a 'danger zone' of potentially expensive faults? 6 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
I note on occasions your correspondents refer to the approaching 'Danger Zone' for expensive repairs to their (diesel) vehicles. I have owned a Toyota... -
Who is at fault for the light failure on my Mondeo? 5 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
I had the AA out to fix my rear lights - they then realised that the parking lights weren't working and the bonnet catch wouldn't close, they fixed this... -
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... -
Have you heard of electronic interference with keyless entry systems, such as that on my Toyota RAV4? 5 Feb 2011 (Ask HJ)
My 2008 Toyota RAV4 has a smart entry keyless system. This morning I went into a nearby garage to fill up with petrol and when I attempted to restart the... -
All - EV Buying Advice 3 Jul 2025 (Forum)
So, from people experience, can anyone make any suggestions for a short list I can go and test drive? Finally, I've ruled out a Leaf mainly because of the outdated DC charging and the aircooled battery, as I will be keeping this car for a very long time and I can only see the Leaf being a hindrance to this. Thanks, Dougal -
Renault Clio E-tech hybrid - Impressions after the first 1000 miles 21 Apr 2024 (Forum)
Renault say that the maximum distance the car will travel in EV mode is under 2 miles. The 1.2kW traction battery is charged when decelerating or braking, there is no facility to plug into the mains. In spite of this, nearly half of the first 1000 miles has been covered in EV mode. The data log reads Total distance 1004.6 miles Distance travelled in electric mode 470.1 miles Average fuel consumption 54.7mpg Average electric consumption 8.9miles/ kWh Total recuperated energy 48.6kWh Average speed 21.9 mph Without electrical assistance, a 1.6 petrol automatic like this would probably return around 30mpg on a good day (purely a guess). -
Isuzu D-Max - "Check System" message, keyfob failure 5 Dec 2023 (Forum)
Dealer tried moving receiver down away from behind central display, radio, etc, saying it was related to radio warming, but that has not worked. Same occurs with both key fobs and no indication of low battery. This occurred later the same day that I damaged the towbar socket, letting in water. Three other faults also occurred the same day: 1) no reversing light when reverse gear selected. 2) no central display switching to rear camera when reverse selected (can switch to camera manually). -
Audi A3 Sportback - Car occasionally decides it doesn't want to start! 21 Jul 2023 (Forum)
When it has refused to start I have been able to jump it fine but the last time it happened it wouldnt start from jumping it and had to bump it. Battery and alternator are fine. My Dad didn't think it was the starter but the person who helped me bump it last time said they think it could be the starter sticking ???? It went to the garage for a mot a while ago and was fine before however there wasnt a great amount of diesel in the car (would have been enough for a simple mot) and they ended up doing some work on it to do with high emissions where they put a trearment in and took the car for a drive. -
Choosing an SUV for long drives? 28 Jun 2023 (Forum)
Several dealers have told me petrol hybrid is the way to go, but I don’t see how they can maintain their top efficiency for long drives, as the battery surely has to deplete eventually. I am not sure what the petrol+electric mode is called in order to do further research. The CR-V 1.6L 2WD Diesel is the car I have done the most research into. -
Off to Spain this summer? A couple of reminders. 22 Jun 2023 (Forum)
Warning triangles (two for Spanish registered vehicles, otherwise one) are gradually being replaced by a much safer "Help Flash" battery-powered magnetic roof beacon, which you can pick up for about €20 in an accessory shop. Hi-viz jackets are required for anyone exiting a broken down vehicle. ¡Felices vacaciones! -
Berlingo Multispace / Ford B or Grand C Max? - I need help choosing next vehicle 7 Jan 2022 (Forum)
Unfortunately, I broke my ankle 20 days ago badly 3 bones and have a long recovery ahead before I can drive again. It's been advised I get an automatic car going forward. So since I've had the Berlingo 2 batteries have been replaced couple of sensors issues and now nox sensor needs replacing, being done under warranty thankfully! Shall I stick with Berlingo (just blips) and go automatic or change brand ie to a Ford Grande C Max with sliding doors ie more reliable or can anyone think of another vehicle that will be good as an automatic for my needs . -
Mini cooper 2002 - Mini sometimes won't turn over 23 Mar 2021 (Forum)
A few month ago I drove to the paper shop ,when I came out the car wouldn't start, all the lights came on yet nothing on the last bit of the turn, no noise , nothing.. I'd replaced the battery a few month before so I knew it wasn't that. I rang a friend and he said it's sounds like the starter motor. I turned the key again and it started so I took it to a local garage, he asked me to bring the spare key as he wanted to try a different key. -
Hyundia Sante Fe SE 2015 Decemeber 14k miles one - TPMS and 4 wheel tracking, 2 questions 18 Sep 2020 (Forum)
I will phone the car makers re warranty but doubt if the tpms is included as it appears the battery have run out. But you think they are covered as low miles and used on 300 mile round trips only so not driven for many hours. My husband has a Mercedes ML, 2014 bought new, 20k on the clock and tpms still working. -
How do I get my radio off LOCK10? 16 Mar 2020 (Ask HJ)
My son has a Ford Fiesta radio. We put some wrong codes in the radio, it is now showing locked 10. Do you know how to unlock it as I now have the correct... -
Ford Focus 1.6 tdci 2007 - Engine Systems Fault 28 Dec 2019 (Forum)
I then phoned Ford UK helpline, a premium rate number, first person said it was under the battery but only thing there was an engine mount, had to phone again and this time was told, after what seemed like ages, it was relay 12 in the engine fusebox, strange as the relay I got from the ford dealer doesn't look anything like the R12, which is a standard looking grey relay whereas the one i got is alot taller, different connections and has a mounting hole. -
Ford Focus Estate 2007 TDI 1.8L - How do I keep rodents out of engine compartment 12 Aug 2019 (Forum)
Recently I had an electrical problem which was diagnosed as rodents having got in behind the battery compartment and chewed some wiring. (I assume this happened a few monts ago when it was cold and it only recently manifested itself). Luckily it was repairable and did NOT require a new loom (otherwise bye-bye a really great car).
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