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• Dodgy Mk2 Golf Electrics 14 Nov 2002 (Forum)
  There is something that annoys me that I noticed last night - it seems that the electrics will be "on" after switching off - the wipers, the radio, even the brake lights will come on if you hit the pedal while the engine is off. I'm kind of thinking it could be one of two things. Firstly, the door seals were shot when I bought it which meant that it was leaking water like a sieve - so could it be the damp in the car is making the electrics play up?
• Is is a hum or a howl ? 2 Oct 2002 (Forum)
  Not a murmur all the way there. On return, whine started at about 20 miles in, lasted 3-4 minutes then stopped without braking; started again 10 miles further and stopped within 1 minute. I'm actually getting quite fond of the noise now, even worrying a bit when it's not there, but am comcerned if it is the start of soemething expensive.
• Approved BMW 29 Sep 2002 (Forum)
  Is it being extremely fussy to ask the dealer to change them to the correct rating? Also what happens in auto gearboxes when the car is in drive and I have my foot on the brake (say at a junction), if I can see I won't move off again within 5 secs or so I tend to shift to neutral, is this unneccessary. p.s the dealer "volunteered" to do the infamous nickasil engine change before purchase so I have a new block, pistons and crankshaft, I understand BM are now looking to walk away from this problem. plus the car was given an extra years BMW warranty .
• Vehicle slams into driver's testing office 5 Jan 2002 (Forum)
  "(The incident began) as he was reversing into a parking spot," explained Constable Marc Chateau of the Saanich RCMP. "I believe he hit the gas instead of the brake pedal at which time the car he was driving knocked back a door of the vehicle that was next to him. Then the car jumped the little sidewalk and broke the window on the motor vehicle branch." The man has been charged with ?
• What happened next..? 14 Dec 2001 (Forum)
  As the traffic passed the entrance to a garage, a car coming from the opposite direction suddenly cut across in front of the van without signalling, and pulled into the garage forecourt. The van had to jam on its brakes, and all the men in the back of the van disappeared on to the floor, together with their tea.. The van then swung 'round into the garage and screeched to a halt in front of the offending driver, who was undoing his petrol cap.
• Easy - question for beginners 12 Dec 2001 (Forum)
  (If you happen to have MV craft certificate 1st year, ONC or NVQ, yoiu should own up) If the footbrake is applied immediately before the handbrake, then next time out the front n.s. brake briefly locks before freeing itself. This may be OK but in case it's not, apart from a blast of WD 40, what's the answer ? (three year old Megane). Any rookie who, in the opinion of one of our many experts, answers correctly, will be promoted - at least in my reading of his or her future posts - to the rank of 'one to be taken notice of', Thanks and best wishes to all; Colin S
• Simple but perplexing!! 4 Jul 2001 (Forum)
  As the car has alloy wheels any ideas on keeping these in tip-top condition? I am not going anywhere near kerbs when parking!! There seems to be an accumulation of stubborn brake dust appearing on them. I'd also be interested to hear any recommendations on waxing products (preferably easy to use ie. no effort needed!!). Any thoughts would be much appreciated. Cheers Phil
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  What is causing a strange noise from offside front wheel? 5 Dec 2022 (Ask HJ)
  I have recently purchased a used Toyota Aygo from a local Toyota dealer. The car has 7800 miles and cost me £9,900. It seems to function properly, except...
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  Can you ride an electric scooter or hoverboard on the pavement in the UK? 20 Nov 2018 (Ask HJ)
  I just read an email from you in which there is a review of the Micro Sparrow electric kids scooter. A few days ago, I received an email from Surrey Police...
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  Do all Audi S-Tronics suffer from erratic acceleration? 13 Apr 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I took delivery in April 2012 of a new Audi A6 Avant 3.0 TDI Quattro with a retail price circa £53,000. This car is fitted with a DSG/S-tronic transmission...
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  BMW Approved Used scheme - has my car been serviced properly? 31 Mar 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I purchased an approved used BMW (2006 330i Touring M Sport) from a BMW dealer in August 2012 which I have two questions about; 1/ It has come to light...
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  Problem with VW Polo electronic gear box 30 Dec 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I have a Volkswagen Polo and I have had problems with the vehicle not responding to the accelerator following a period after the vehicle slows down. The...
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  Is a roof tent safe to use on a normal estate car roof? 22 Oct 2025 (Ask HJ)
  My Toyota Corolla Estate has a suggested roof rack weight limit of 75kg. My daughter's Octavia Estate also has a 75kg limit. If a roof-top tent box weighs...
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  Is it worth replacing the clutch on my 10 year old Jazz? 15 Oct 2025 (Ask HJ)
  Is it worth replacing the clutch on my 2015 Honda Jazz 1.4 at 82,000 miles or should I start to look elsewhere for a different car? The price of replacement...
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  What would you suggest as a replacement for a Kia Picanto? 29 May 2025 (Ask HJ)
  My wife is looking to replace her 2015 Kia Picanto for something with a little more power. She'd like something of a similar size, but with an automatic...
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  How can I prevent my tyres getting damaged by potholes? 3 Mar 2025 (Ask HJ)
  MY 2022 BMW M340i Touring failed its first mot yesterday. Yes, you’ve guessed, pothole damage to the front near side tyre. This will be the third tyre...
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  How much will my 1995 Ford Mondeo Ghia X be worth? 5 Jun 2023 (Ask HJ)
  I have a Ford Mondeo Ghia X, 1995 with a 6 cylinder, 2.5l engine. It has done about genuine 70km with new driveshafts, suspension, clutch, starter, windscreen,...
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  Why does the cruise control on our Ford Fiesta fail intermittently? 10 May 2023 (Ask HJ)
  My wife has a 2020 Fiesta Vignale (125) with 18,000 miles. She has a persistent problem with both cruise control and stop-start which often doesn't work....
• is there Lexus LS , very reliable alternative? 2 Jul 2022 (Forum)
    the things which i like inside LS based on pictures and specs i have read 28 way adjustment of driver seat + massages , its quite important for me because i suffer from back pain.... my gs have only 18 way adjustment but my seat is broken so i cant use them......   Other things which are important for me is my Gs have 4 piston brake calipers in front not sure how many brake caliper pistons have LS , and i know ls have air suspention it should be way better compared to old leaky shocks from my GS... i also would like car to be faster than gs 450h hybrid is around 5.9 seconds from 0 - 60...
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  I've been driving fewer miles, should my car still have an annual service? 14 Feb 2022 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 65 plate Skoda Fabia 1.2 TSI. Due to Covid it hasn't done as many miles as usual. It had its MoT in October 2021 which it passed without issue....