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How can I disable the alarm on my Subaru Forester while in storage? 21 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
I have a Subaru Forester with a factory-fitted Category 1 alarm/immobiliser. We will be leaving the car for six weeks in a secure garage but I am worried... -
Limp home Zafira 14 Mar 2012 (Ask HJ)
There's a flat spot in my Zafira on moving off at lights, then a spanner light comes on and some form of skid light comes on as well. It runs badly after... -
Hyundai ix35 or Audi Q3 - which should I go for? 9 Mar 2012 (Ask HJ)
Which would you recomend: the 1.7D ix35 Premium or the Audi Q3 2.0 TDI (base model)? Can you let me know why one is better than the other I want... -
Ticking over a turbo to cool it down 8 Feb 2012 (Ask HJ)
Recently purchased a Ford Mondeo turbo diesel and cannot recall how long to tick over after a run. Could you please advise. -
Downsizing - what car? 30 Nov 2011 (Ask HJ)
I am on my own and need to trade in my Galaxy for something smaller and economical but safe and reliable, but not sure if I should go as small as Peugeot... -
Reliable diesel hatchback 9 Sep 2011 (Ask HJ)
My friend has had some problems with his Mk4 Golf running rough on idle and misfiring. It's an 02 1.6, and he's fed up so is thinking of replacing... -
A new car like a Vauxhall Agila 1 Sep 2011 (Ask HJ)
I know nothing about cars. I want a car with a similar shape to the Vauxhall Agila (having written off my 2006 car). I am regularly doing the London to... -
Dodgy Punto 12 May 2011 (Ask HJ)
I have been looking at a used 52-plate Punto. No service history, 100,000 miles, MILKY SUBSTANCE on oil filler cap, but oil on dip stick is clean! No over... -
Faulty fuelling 2 May 2011 (Ask HJ)
I have a 54-plate 2.0-litre petrol Mondeo. After about five miles the car dies out like I have run out of fuel. I changed the fuel pump and filter as... -
Why is the 'Stop' warning light coming on when I start my Peugeot 306? 4 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
Sometimes when I start my T-reg Peugeot 306, my fans come on straight away and the stop light comes on as well. If I wait the light goes out and the fans... -
Which 4x4 for less than £5000? 25 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
I am after a proper used 4x4 for less than £5000 that will be worth its while in all weathers (I have an X5 which was rubbish in the snow last year) and... -
Should our Mitsubishi Shogun Challenger's cooling fan be on constantly? 12 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
We have just purchased an S-reg Mitsubishi Shogun Challenger 3.0 6V and find that the fan is running constantly. We contacted the dealer we purchased... -
What's causing my Peugeot 206 to rattle and shake when I change gear? 27 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
I have a Peugeot 206 1.9 LX D (2000 model). The car runs very well apart from gear changes, when the whole engine rattles and shakes. This is the only... -
Why won't my Nissan Micra restart after a short run? 21 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
My 1989 Nissan Micra automatic starts first time in the morning. I take her to the supermarket (five miles or so), shop, get back in and she has trouble... -
Why is my Renault Scenic's air conditioning smelly? 3 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
Our Renault Scenic 2006 1.5 diesel has developed a strange and unpleasant smell emanating from the air conditioning, especially when the unit is first... -
Which larger vehicle could replace my Toyota Yaris with? 23 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
I'm currently driving a 1.3 3-door Toyota Yaris 55-plate and, with a new addition to the family, I'm finding it too small. Do you have any advice as to... -
Why does my Renault Laguna 1.9dCi stutter in top gear and smoke under acceleration? 20 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
I have a Renault Laguna 1.9dCi on a 51 plate and it runs fine, but when in top gear it feels like it's holding back. Also, when accelerating it produces... -
My Peugeot 106's spark plugs have a bit of water on them - is this due to a failed head gasket? 13 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
I have just bought a Peugeot 106 XSI 1.6 8v. It was running a bit rough on low revs so I took the spark plugs out and they seem to have a little bit of... -
Swift not swallow 26 Dec 2009 (Ask HJ)
My new Suzuki Swift 1.5 Automatic achieves 50mpg on a long run and 45mpg around town. This is my first car that beats the manufacturer figures for fuel... -
Age concerned 4 Jul 2009 (Ask HJ)
My Fiesta becomes 10 years old in December 2009. At that point will it be eligible for the £2k Government backed scrappage scheme?