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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... -
Ford Galaxy won't start from the ignition 22 Jun 2011 (Ask HJ)
My car won't start from the ignition key, however, can be started by putting power from the battery straight to the starter, which the AA did for me to... -
Polo won't start 26 Apr 2011 (Ask HJ)
I went to start my 1995 VW Polo this morning and the engine would not turn over at all, and the hazards would flash for around 20 seconds. The car is in... -
Is there a known problem with the FIAT 500's stop-start system? 10 Oct 2010 (Ask HJ)
Please can you tell me if you are aware of an engine management problem on the FIAT 500? I understand there have been a number of complaints. I have had... -
Why is my Citroen C5's anti-pollution warning light coming on? 13 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
My Citroen C5 1.8 LX petrol has developed a fault. As I was driving along the motorway the little orange engine symbol lit up. The car drives and functions... -
Why have the power socket and cigar lighter in the rear of my 2007 Ford Mondeo have stopped working? 30 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
For some reason, both the cigar lighter and the auxiliary power socket in the rear passenger area of my 2007 Ford Mondeo are not working. I have checked... -
Woolley jumper 12 Mar 2010 (Ask HJ)
As a regular subscriber to "The Daily Telegraph" I am rather confused this week. In the Saturday issue dated 9th January 2010 on page M13 of the motoring... -
My Volkswagen Polo has endless starting problems - what could it possibly be? 10 Nov 2017 (Ask HJ)
I've been having a series of issues with my 2012 Volkswagen Polo for the past couple of months and I’m at my wits end as it appears to have an ‘undiagnosable’...
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