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This is a good method for finding the source of a car battery drain. 21 May 2011 (Ask HJ)
You wrote of a chap whose batteries ran down after three idle days and gave him a possible theory. Actually, the matter is simple to prove - to anyone... -
"Free Brochures & Test Drives" 29 Sep 2009 (Forum)
This is a heading found at the foot of Car-byCar pages on this site, with leads to current offers. Is there a manufacturer or dealer who actually charges for these items? -
Fertan rust killer 7 Feb 2001 (Forum)
Used to get this product easily, Action Can was one brand. Tried lots of places in Surrey + not know of it. Any leads please. Thanks. -
Our Ford Mondeo's electrics have completely failed. Any ideas? 6 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
We have a Ford Mondeo estate. It has always gone pretty well. We went out on Saturday and it drove fine. Stayed at home Sunday and on Monday morning went... -
What is the delivery time for a Dacia Sandero automatic? 15 Mar 2022 (Ask HJ)
Can you provide me with the delivery time for the Dacia Sandero automatic? -
Road traffic warning 4 Sep 2020 (Forum)
Pulling over leads to instant disqualification and avoided at all costs.. Private motorist held up are asked to curb road rage, use of profane language, finger gesturing and exercise patience until such time as a farm destination is reached. -
MGB - MGB on premium petrol 12 Feb 2018 (Forum)
Valve seat recession usually isn't a problem on older engines, as the valve seats will retain traces of lead from older use which will offer some protection. If the owner has any concerns, an occasional dose of lead substitute is a LOT cheaper than having hardened valve seats fitted. -
Can I mix the tyres on my Mazda MX-5? 26 Oct 2016 (Ask HJ)
I have been advised by my local garage that I can mix the two Yokohama tyres fitted to my Mazda MX-5 with two Bridgestone tyres. Is this correct? -
Ford Focus 1.6 auto Zetec. - Jump starting a car. 15 Jan 2015 (Forum)
I disconnected the battery when I left it so when i connect it back up I expect the battery will be flat. My friend can drive me to the container and i have jump leads in the car. I have read up on the correct sequence to connect the leads to the terminals. Red from donor car positive terminal to my car positive terminal. Black from donor car negative terminal to a suitable earthing point on the engine or chassis. -
Ford Galaxy refuses to start 22 Sep 2013 (Ask HJ)
My 1999 Ford Galaxy 2.3 petrol automatic won’t start. I’ve turned the key, but nothing happens. I've tried charging the battery and using jump leads, but... -
Should I buy a BMW 320d which is missing service stamps? 29 Jun 2013 (Ask HJ)
I am looking at a 2008 BMW 320d with 15,000 miles. The trouble is, it only has one stamp in the service book. Should engine oil be changed every year,... -
mk4 fiesta zetec - Erratic idling, now it's misfiring.. 7 Feb 2013 (Forum)
I had another ten miles to go so limped home. When i looked under the bonnet everything looked fine. have sprayed leads and coil pack plus connections with wd 40. But it still runs lumpy, i have taken the plug leads of 1 by 1 and fitted another spark plug to see if one wasn't sparking, all seem about the same.!! -
What's on the next delivery cycle for Hyundai to the UK? 3 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
How can I find out the next delivery cycle of Hyundai i20 1.4 diesel to the UK?. I have spoken to several dealers and the sort of answers I get always... -
Peugot 407 SW - 08 reg - Dealer guarantee 9 Jun 2012 (Forum)
It is apparent that the ECU could be at fault as is being tested now. The car dealer lent me a car until the tax expired at the end of May when I had to hire a car - leading to more expense. I currently have another loan car for a limited time. I am lead to believe that the 3 month guarantee is invalid as it should be 6 months . Could you please clarify the situation -
Ford Focus (1998 - 2004) - 04 1.8 Battery confusion 18 Feb 2010 (Forum)
Although I'm a little confused... The current battery is a Motorcraft superstart rated at 680A 70AH, which is lead acid. Now I've been reading around, some people are saying stick with lead acid, others say go with calcium or silver. What's best? Also the battery I have has dimensions of: 315x175x175mm, when going to the halfords website and entering my car reg their replacement batteries are mainly 278x175x175mm. -
Peugeot 406 (1999 - 2004) - 02 2.1 Standard Clarion CD Player 16 Jan 2010 (Forum)
Hi, Yesterday I replaced the battery on our Pug. It was the original so no complaints there. As a matter of course i put jump leads from another car onto the leads and replaced the battery without problems. The car has a standard Clarion CD player and I'm unsure if it is a coded system like most in car units. I've looked through the literature I have but can't find a book relating to the CD/ radio - nor can I find any reference to a radio code. -
Car accident advert. 30 Nov 2008 (Forum)
(At this point i stress that yes, I know seatbelts do save lives), but my point being is that the advert is mis-leading. Which leads me to ask, why are air-bags designed to soften impact once the "body" has gained momentum, as opposed to being designed to inflate and push/cushion the person firmly in the seat cocoon-like, thereby helping prevent momentum occurring in the first place? -
Golf 1.6 MKIII Missing sometimes 21 Sep 2006 (Forum)
However, Recently it has started missing a bit again, if its starts it lasts for only a few second but if you try to excellerate during this time the car is obviously not responsive. When I replaced the plugs I did have a small problem with one of the HT leads which I repaired by crimping the end again. maybe it needs new Ht leads ? Please can anyone help point me in the right direction? If its important - The car isn't back firing, just missing a few beats.. -
V018027 - Ford CD 6000 CD 27 Apr 2019 (Forum)
Hello please can anyone help took my battery lead of and now my radio is asking for a code
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