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307HDI...... 11 Nov 2010 (Ask HJ)
Getting an error on the 307hdi, "Diesel Filter Blocked". I hope some one can help, had it a week and just forked out £380 for a new clutch and a full... -
Does my Ford Focus have a DPF? 9 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
I have noticed from some of your articles that diesel particulate filters are likely to cause problems, especially in low mileage vehicles used for short... -
2010 Mercedes-Benz E250 or 2010 Jaguar XF? 22 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
I have been looking at buying a 2010 ex-demonstrator Mercedes-Benz E250 CDI or a 2010 ex-demonstrator Jaguar XF 3.00 D Luxury. The latter gets a good write-up,... -
Which car will offer the best value for a high annual mileage? 8 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
Owing to a new job, my annual mileage is about to increase significantly. I will do 24,000 miles in commuting alone, so I am expecting a mileage probably... -
We aren't using our diesel car enough during lockdown. Can we do anything to prolong the time before problems start? 13 Apr 2021 (Ask HJ)
We have a BMW X3 diesel, which we have had for five years. It's a 2012 model with 65,000 miles on the clock. Understandably, we have only done 3000 miles... -
How do you advise I drive my diesel Peugeot 2008 to avoid DPF issues? 10 Jan 2018 (Ask HJ)
I have a Peugeot 2008 1.6-litre BlueHDI. I'm aware that travelling very short journeys is not good for diesel cars. However, occasionally it is unavoidable... -
Can I use BP Ultimate diesel in my Skoda Yeti? 25 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
Can I use BP Ultimate diesel in my Yeti? The DPF rules say no biodiesel. I understand that BP Ultimate is also biofuel-based? -
Peugeot Partner DPF problems 27 Nov 2014 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2011 Peugeot Partner Teepee 1600 diesel. The DPF was recently changed (108,000 miles) but the warning light has just come on saying chance of... -
Can you recommend a sporty estate? 21 Jun 2014 (Ask HJ)
My wife wants a new (sporty) estate with expected 10,000 annual mileage. The budget won't stretch to a BMW 5 Series, so am thinking of something more in... -
Toyota Auris - is the 1.4 diesel engine any good? 8 Mar 2016 (Ask HJ)
How good is the Toyota Auris 1.4 diesel and what do I need to look out for on inspection? -
Can you provide more details of the emissions testing that the Wolfsburg Volkswagen engineers carried out? 3 Mar 2017 (Ask HJ)
I'm experiencing a lot less mpg, more noise, more DPF regeneration and less power since my car had the emissions update in August 2016. If you are in touch... -
Turbo seals and DPF blown by oil overfill on Audi A1 1 Jun 2015 (Ask HJ)
I bought my 2011 plate Audi A1 March 2014 from Volkswagen Swansea. Since purchasing the car any problems or any work done has always been carried out by... -
On the level 19 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
My daughter has a Mazda 6TS2, purchased in April 2008. It has just been in to the local Mazda main dealer have a few faults fixed under warranty one door... -
Is the Anti-skid service warning light on my Volvo S40 due to an EGR valve fault? 27 Jan 2017 (Ask HJ)
My Volvo S40 had a new DPF in 2014 and in December 2016 it needed a new ADM, EGR valve, and DPF cleaning. The engine system service costed £1250 and now... -
How do I carry out a DPF regeneration on an automatic? 4 Oct 2023 (Ask HJ)
I have an 8-speed automatic Ford Transit Connect. A NOX sensor recently failed and resulted in diesel finding its way into the oil because a regeneration... -
Mazda 6 diesel - keep or sell? 26 Aug 2016 (Ask HJ)
You have answered a couple of questions for me before, regarding the Mazda 6. I use one for business and cover 20,000 miles a year. I have heard of oil... -
S Max - Petrol or Diesel? 20 May 2015 (Ask HJ)
I'm thinking about getting an S Max as a family car but Petrol models appear to be thin on the ground. I'm apprehensive about getting a diesel as most... -
What sort of journey is sufficient to allow the DPF to clear in a diesel BMW 3 Series? 8 Jun 2013 (Ask HJ)
I was interested to read the question titled "Agriculture club" that concluded "you bought completely the wrong engine for your type of use". I'm currently... -
Zafira vs Touran - which should I choose? 23 Nov 2011 (Ask HJ)
An enlarging tribe of grandchildren means I need to change my 3yr old 2-litre diesel Vauxhall Antara for a seven-seater. I have good offers on new... -
Diesel or petrol? 17 Mar 2011 (Ask HJ)
I am trying to go 'eco.' Better for the enviroment and better for my wallet. I currently drive a 2.0litre Hyundai Coupe which is far from green and loves...
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