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• Volvo C30 - Pat (Eolys) Fluid 10 Apr 2023 (Forum)
  The diesel they removed from the car was a deep yellow/orange, so they think that the Pat fluid is not mixing into the diesel correctly, made worse by a small amount of fuel in the tank. They believe that I probably need a new Pat fluid sensor and need it calibrated so that the correct amount is put into the fuel. Anyone have any experience with this? The local garage say they can replace the tank and sensor, but Volvo would have to recalibrate so it would be better to get it fixed (at HUGE expense) by Volvo.
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  Which engine should I choose for high motorway mileage? 3 Oct 2022 (Ask HJ)
  I travel more than 20,000 miles per annum on a motorway. What is a GDI engine? How does it compare to other 1.4 i20s and diesel CRDi for fuel economy...
• Suzuki Baleno help please 8 Aug 2022 (Forum)
    Maybe the fuel filter IS clogged?  
• Vectra 2.0 DTI power problems 24 May 2022 (Forum)
  This stays and pulses about every 3-5 seconds. when accelerating through the gears there is a hesitancy above 3500 rpm but it pulls well up to that point. It feels almost like Fuel starvation or a fuel supply problem, another hypothesis is a waste gate which is opening at too low a pressure point and then closing again. Vauxhall dealer has done a diagnostic on it and identified the mass airflow sensor and turbo pressure switch needing replacement.
• Ford Fiesta Mk6 1.4 petrol - Fiesta electrical start up routine delayed/issue 10 Apr 2021 (Forum)
  Upon switching the ignition key to the run position, (or in fact starting the engine), the display goes blank for about 15 seconds. Also, the temp and fuel gauges remain off. This also includes the radio not switching on. (The engine runs absolutely fine and continues to do so). After about 15 seconds, the LCD display switches on and displays correctly, the temp and fuel gauges go to their correct setting and the radio turns on.
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  What's a good small car for someone who is 6ft5 tall? 7 Oct 2019 (Ask HJ)
  I am approaching 17 years old and I am 6ft5. I was wondering if you know small cars around the £1000 - £1500 price (secondhand) that could fit someone...
• Buying used car 20 Aug 2019 (Forum)
  About petrol or diesel engine I have no idea, consider that usually my trips aren’t very long (commute is max 15/20 mins away plus local driving to shops in town) and I drive more during weekends (max 2 hours distance). One last thing is fuel consumption, I don’t mind paying a little something extra for fuel but it should be at least reasonable mpg if possible. PS : no bmw please, I like the comfort but rear traction isn’t my thing.
• MK5 VW Golf 1.9 Diesel - Cranking but not starting 12 Jul 2019 (Forum)
  This is what I’ve tried so far. I’ve had it plugged in to the computer and nothing comes up. I’ve changed the fuel pump relay. I’ve changed all 4 glow plugs. Had a new coolant temperature sensor on it. Serviced with new fuel filter. I’ve put some diesel cleaner additives through a full tank. Has anyone had anything the same?
• renault trafic 1.9dci 2006 - van wont rev over 2500 rpm 30 Mar 2018 (Forum)
  ive checked the air mass sensor, boost sensor/solenoid,all pipes etc and checked for water in the fuel filter but i can find nothing wrong  i know renault will just start replacing parts at my expence and i dontwant to go down that road  any ideas ? cheers stevie
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  LPG - why hasn't it been more popular in the UK? 24 Dec 2017 (Ask HJ)
  I often notice driver of Eastern European origin using the LPG pump at my usual filling station, what are your thought on why the fuel has not been more...
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  Does chipping a car give it better economy and power? 8 Nov 2017 (Ask HJ)
  Are chips any good at giving more economy and power?
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  Is an engine flush necessary for a year old car? 6 Nov 2017 (Ask HJ)
  I have a year old SEAT Ibiza coming up for its first service, with 6500 miles completed. The SEAT garage have asked if I would like an engine flush as...
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  Should I get my car chipped? 30 Aug 2017 (Ask HJ)
  I'm considering chipping my Peugeot 3008 2.0 150PS, it's done 62,000 miles. The claimed power increase is 187PS and fuel consumption reduction of 30 per...
• Kia Sedona diesel 2.9 TS - Sedona cutting out at high revs 21 Jul 2017 (Forum)
  Fuel filter has been changed, it's had a good service, the only other code is for one of the heating coils which is being done next week, but the mechanic assures me this isn't the problem. Any ideas?
• Hyundai Tucson CRTD 2007 - Garage should have advised crank sensor replacemen 4 Oct 2016 (Forum)
  Had the clutch and DMF replaced a month ago.  The car went in on the back of a recovery vehicle because after filling up with fuel and then a short journey, it would not start.  Apparently, at the garage,  the mechanic got it started after repeated attempts on the starter and diagnosed that perhaps I had let the fuel get too low.
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  Emission fix fitted without consent - what are my rights? 10 Sep 2016 (Ask HJ)
  My local dealer has fitted the emission fix to my Volkswagen Passat without my consent. I am not happy about this, as I didn't want this work carried...
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  Dashboard symbol for DPF regeneration? 28 Jul 2016 (Ask HJ)
  Is it possible to retro fit my 2011 Ford Kuga 2.0TDCI with a dashboard symbol that will warn me when the ECU triggers a DPF regeneration, so that I know...
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  Buying a small/medium size car 20 Mar 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I am looking to buy a Audi A3 Sportback sized car, which I will keep for five years and about 20K miles per annum. Is the Mazda 3 a good choice, and if...
• Peugeot Partner Tepee - What tyres? 20 Nov 2015 (Forum)
  The current tyres (205/65 R15 94H) are Michelin Energy Savers, which i believe are rated C for fuel economy and B for wet grip. Having looked around online, i see the Dunlop Sport Bluresponse and Hankook Kinergy K425 in my size are both rated B fro both fuel economy and wet grip. Would i be better getting either of these as replacements for the Michelins or should i stay with what i already have?
• VW Golf III - VW 1993 AAM inlet manifold relay clicking+stalling 18 Jun 2015 (Forum)
  It has just had a new throttle idle control motor unit and coolant temperature sender. Also it has had good second hand inlet manifold preheater and fuel pump relays. To give you an extra clue after the engine has cut out the fuel tank vent valve behind the airbox clicks in time with the inlet manifold preheater relay. Any ideas would be most gratefully received.