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Why is the start-stop function in my car not working? 5 Apr 2018 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2017 Ford Kuga, which has now done 4000 miles. Recently the start-stop function only works intermittently. The main dealer has said that I'm not... -
My Peugeot 307 won't turn off, what do I do? 4 Oct 2017 (Ask HJ)
How can I make my Peugeot 307 stop running. I tried taking the key out and disconnected the battery, but it's still running. It's very annoying as we have... -
Why is my auto-stop system cutting out? 21 Dec 2016 (Ask HJ)
I bought my Hyundai Tucson Premium in 2016. Three months into ownership the auto-stop system is cutting off once a week, making it uneconomical to drive.... -
Rover 25 won't start - is the immobiliser faulty? 25 Nov 2016 (Ask HJ)
My Rover 25 wont start. There are no lights on the dashboard, just the blinking red one of the immobiliser. I know the battery isn't flat, but the central... -
Putting my SLK in storage for winter 31 Oct 2016 (Ask HJ)
I am laying up my 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK for the winter. What should I do to protect the doors, window seals and folding roof mechanism? -
Buying a five year old car with 20 miles on the clock 1 Sep 2016 (Ask HJ)
I have spotted a five year old Audi A5 2.0 TFSI for sale. It has just 20 miles on the clock and the seller will service the car and fit a new battery before... -
Fuel gauge fault on Polo 14 Dec 2015 (Ask HJ)
I have a 1996 Volkswagen Polo 1.4 petrol and my fuel gauge is fluctuating between full and empty tank. Is this problem common and can I fix it myself? -
Alternator problems with Ford Focus 27 Oct 2014 (Ask HJ)
I have a Ford Focus 1.6 petrol (2001) and have recently been experiencing starting problems with it. I assumed it was starter motor, but now I'm not so... -
Ford Fiesta key fob has stopped working 10 Jun 2014 (Ask HJ)
The key fob for my 2008 Ford Fiesta has stopped working. What can I do to fix it? -
Used car has faulty CD player - what are my legal rights? 7 May 2014 (Ask HJ)
I purchased a 2004 Honda Accord yesterday and on the way home noticed CD player and clock didn’t work. I called the seller and they told me to disconnect... -
Radiator Fan continues running after engine shutdown 24 Dec 2013 (Ask HJ)
The radiator fan continues to run indefinitely after the engine has shutdown even in winter temperatures. Also, the batttery discharges after a period... -
Diesel engine clogged up after running out of fuel - how can I fix it? 18 Jul 2013 (Ask HJ)
I ran out of diesel recently in my Ford Mondeo. I added more fuel, but the car keeps spluttering to a halt. I’ve put injection cleaner in and changed the... -
Can you turn of daytime running lights? 21 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
I recently purchased a BMW 320i SE which has daytime running lights which I am told by the dealer that you cannot turn off. I understand why you might... -
Where can I get a spare key fob for our Peugeot 207? 13 Apr 2013 (Ask HJ)
We have recently noticed that the main key for our 207 unlocks and locks the car very slowly, while the spare key works OK. I tried changing the battery... -
How do electric cars keep occupants warm in winter? 6 Apr 2013 (Ask HJ)
We hear a lot these days about the merits, or otherwise, of electric cars. One question I've never heard answered is: how do the occupants keep warm in... -
Cold weather problem? 16 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
Over the last few weeks when the weather has been a lot colder, I have noticed a whining noise on start up. It appears to be coming from the front nearside... -
BMW 1 series start stop is playing up. What could be causing it? 28 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
Start stop has stopped working at all over past few weeks. Conditions for operating have been met e.g outside temp and battery fully charged manually.... -
I got great service and a rapid fix from the RAC for my Mercedes-Benz 300SL's failed alternator. 15 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
I took my 1988 Mercedes 300SL out for a short run on Saturday afternoon, and the battery died on me and left me stuck at the side of the road about 10... -
Stop/start issues with a Micra 27 May 2012 (Ask HJ)
I own a Nissan Micra with Pure Drive function. When the ignition is switched on, the dashboard 'auto' LED is continuously blinking. Furthermore, when... -
Whether forecast? 10 Sep 2011 (Ask HJ)
Can you say what type of air condition makes a petrol/diesel engine more efficient? Cold air, warm, damp, dry - all variables that might affect fuel consumption...
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