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  Using mismatched tyres - safe? 12 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I was running with a new set of Michelin Energy Saver+ tyres (done 3000 miles). Unfortunately the sidewall ruptured on one of my tyres and the garage...
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  Where can I sell a 1995 Mercedes-Benz C-Class? 11 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I am about to see my old aunt's 1995 C180 Mercedes-Benz. I have had it MOT'd, all well except for a new battery. It has only done 15,000 miles since 1995...
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  Electrical issues with a 206? 29 Apr 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I've just bought a Peugeot 206, which worked fine on the way home. But now when I start it none of the electrics or dials will work. It will run perfectly...
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  CR-V petrol or diesel? 28 Apr 2013 (Ask HJ)
  For some time I've been looking for a CRV EX preferred petrol up to 3 or 4 years old without success. What problems would I face if I bought a diesel?...
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  More problems on an X-Trail following clutch replacement 21 Apr 2013 (Ask HJ)
  Recently I changed the clutch of an X-Trail 2008 2.2 tdi but when I start the vehicle the engine revs until 3000rpm and the check light comes on I still...
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  Can I fit different wheels to an Audi S4? 30 Mar 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I have an Audi A4 Avant with a 3-litre diesel engine. I would rather like to change it for an S4 but I don't like the low profile tyres that are standard...
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  Which van is suitable for short journeys for use by a plumber? 30 Mar 2013 (Ask HJ)
  My son in law is just starting out as a plumber and is considering buying a Peugeot Partner diesel. Having read your page for a number of years I told...
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  Diesel pump failure killed my Note 27 Mar 2013 (Ask HJ)
  My 6 yr old fully serviced Nissan Note 1.5DCI, with 70K miles refused to start. It has gone to the garage and the diesel pump has failed, pushing metal...
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  Ultra economical automatic for a high mileage driver? 27 Mar 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I do 33,000 miles pa mainly on my 110 mile per day commute along fast A roads and dual carriageway. I have a poorly left knee and am six foot tall with...
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  My BMW 635d smells unpleasant - is this the DPF regenerating? 16 Mar 2013 (Ask HJ)
  My 3-year-old BMW 635d occasionally produces an unpleasant smell from underneath. This can best be described as being like 'burning rubber' or 'dead mouse'....
• 53reg mondeo 2.0 estate TDCi - Mondeo P0251 fault 9 Mar 2013 (Forum)
  I've had starting difficulties for a long time, the engine cranks over and seems to fire on 2 or 3 cylinders with the orange management on, runs a few seconds and picks up to all firingon all 4 and the light goes out. once started it runs smoothly. yesterday I started it and although it stared as normal the light didn't go out. i started to drive (about 100 yards) and the engine cut out I restarted it and the same thing happened. after the fault was diagnosed I decided to check the fuel filter and on removing the pipe from filter to high pressure pump there was no fuel flowing even when the engine is being cranked over.
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  What is causing my Ford Puma to overheat? 9 Mar 2013 (Ask HJ)
  My 11-year-old Ford Puma 1.6, 90,000 miles did run and drive like new, but now has an overheating problem that has baffled my garage. It has a new water...
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  Ford Focus - 1.0 125 ecoboost or 115 TDCI? 8 Mar 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I’m interested in a new Ford Focus 1.0 125 Ecoboost or 115 TDCI. It'd be used for a 12 mile daily commute (24 mile round trip) of approximately 6 miles...
• Vauxhall Astra - Alternator 'Ripple too big' and flat battery 5 Mar 2013 (Forum)
  Hello, I am trying to get to the bottom of a problem I am having. Battery keeps running flat, its only a few months old so took it back to where I bought it and they did a voltmeter test (?) that showed that the battery was good and that the alternator voltage was good but it had a 'ripple too big'.
• Honda Jazz - Honda Jazz 1.2 (Manual) Gear Problems 26 Feb 2013 (Forum)
  Hi, The car is just over 3 years old and run about 20000 miles, I had it for about 11 months. I noticed a few problems: 1. Sometimes, the reverse gear won't go in, have to depressing the clutch again for it to go in, but it doesn't happen all the time.
• 2005 vectra 3.0cdti - 2005 vauxhall vectra 3.0 cdti Sri diesel keeps cut 22 Feb 2013 (Forum)
  Sine then perfect. Done about 70 miles. Decided to put my foot to the floor and then back to the same issue. It runs like its running out of fuel then stalls. Then I put the car into park mode turn the key a 3 or 4 times and way she goes with a few coughs then it seems to correct itself. Just gone out it in agin for a short trip and perfect not miss a beat.
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  Which car would make a good runaround for my parents? 16 Feb 2013 (Ask HJ)
  My parents are in their 60s and looking for a new car. They don't want anything flash, just something small and reliable that isn't too expensive to run....
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  Vauxhall Zafira: Starting problems 20 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
  My Vauxhall Zafira 1.6 won't run. Starts for two seconds and then cuts out.
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  New Polo or used Golf? The GTI question. 12 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I currently drive a Scirocco 210 GT which I love, but the very wide doors make exit difficult in car parks. I can afford a new Polo GTI or a year old Golf...
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  Is the DPF in a Volkswagen Golf covered under warranty? 5 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
  Is the DPF in a VW Golf covered under warranty? Car now in limp mode after the DPF did not regenerate. After doing what was recommended in manual,...