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Electric Handbrakes - are they legal? 15 Aug 2012 (Ask HJ)
Last Saturday's Telegraph column discussed problems with the operation of electric handbrakes. The 1978 Motor Vehicles (Construction and Use) Regulations... -
Changing tyre size 24 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
I would like to know if it is feasable to fit a different size tyre to my 2010 Skoda Octavia VRS (petrol) as the current tyre size (225/40 R18 92Y) is... -
Should my BMW X3's rear coil spring have broken at 53,000 miles? 21 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
At a recent brake pad change the BMW dealer did a safety check and reported a broken rear spring, and recommended a new pair at a cost of £233.80. My E83... -
Driving over the Alps - how to prepare? 10 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
My car is in VGC but which mechanical/coolant/electricals should I have checked prior to crossing the Alps? The brakes are my number one task. Any advice... -
Maintaining a car for the long term 5 Dec 2011 (Ask HJ)
I have owned my four-year-old Berlingo Multispace 1.6hdi (old shape) from new and always had it serviced on time by Citroen. It has covered 50K miles,... -
Buying a used family estate 1 Dec 2011 (Ask HJ)
I am looking to change my 06 2.0tdi Passat estate for a used estate / mpv / crossover in the sub £10k bracket. Everytime I think I have cracked it, I seem... -
Random warning light 6 Oct 2011 (Ask HJ)
Randomly a warning light appears on the dash. It's the orange one that means a bulb has gone. It's usually the drivers side indicator. If you keep the... -
Car-loss Teves 1 Oct 2011 (Ask HJ)
I have just been for a diagnostic at the local VW dealer. The VW said I require a new ABS Unit repair kit. I was wondering how I go about getting them... -
Can I get winter tyres to fit my Skoda Octavia vRS' 18-inch alloy wheels? 15 Sep 2011 (Ask HJ)
My Skoda Octavia vRS has 18-inch alloys with the usual low profile tyres. Can I get winter tyres that would fit the existing alloys? Where is the best... -
Pre-registered Hyundai ix35 - anything to watch out for? 30 Aug 2011 (Ask HJ)
I've just put down the deposit on a pre-registered Hyundai iX35. Although it only has 10 miles on the clock it was registered in April 2011 so I'm guessing... -
Tie rod end 1 Apr 2011 (Ask HJ)
At 52,000 miles and after replacing the front springs following breakage I noticed a thump when crossing speed bumps. The Mecedes-Benz dealership who... -
Should I fit a pair of winter tyres to the front or rear wheels of my BMW 320D Touring? 2 Nov 2010 (Ask HJ)
If I were to purchase a couple of winter tyres for my BMW 320D Touring, would I be best served fitting them to the front or rear wheels? -
oil changes 2 Oct 2010 (Ask HJ)
I purchased a Sept 09 reg BMW 320i in March this year with only 1800 miles on the clock which would suggest that it had done mostly short journeys. It... -
My Vauxhall Vectra automatic is creeping forward at tickover - what's wrong with it? 29 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
I've just bought a 2002 Vauxhall Vectra 1800 auto. The ECU light has just started to come on when driving and this has only happened after the last service.... -
Would wider tyres help my car to stop more rapidly? 24 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
My car came with 185 tires. If I exchange them for wider tires such as 205s, will I be able to achieve shorter stopping distances? What about road holding?... -
How should I maintain and service a Citroen Berlingo Multispace? 18 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
I've just bought a 2006 Citroen Berlingo Multispace 1.6HDI. What do I need to look out for in particular regarding timing belt changes, servicing schedules... -
I just fitted a tow bar with its electronics to my Citroen C4 and now have an electrical fault - help! 24 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
I have just fitted a tow bar and electrics to a 2005 Citroen C4 Coupe. All trailer lights and buzzer work but when I press brake pedal the rear wash wipe... -
I've been caught by a red light camera whilst distracted by another vehicle - can I challenge? 19 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
I recently crossed a traffic light system as it was changing from amber to red. Normally I would have stopped, but due to watching carefully a wandering... -
Adaptor plug 19 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
I have been driving automatic cars for more than thirty years and have found that your advice to left foot brake to be a great advantage. My reason for... -
Can I recommend Cedar Garage of Worthing for excellent customer service? 14 May 2010 (Ask HJ)
Can I recommend Cedar Garage of Worthing? Very good independent garage, staffed with friendly, helpful guys who have years in the business. Highly recommended...
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