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• Vectra C oil changes 22 Apr 2005 (Forum)
  I've just bought a 2.0 dti, and the oil changes are stated as being done every 30000 miles with long life oil, this seems a long period for a diesel, what are your views on this, as i'm used to changing the oil every 5-6000, and what is the best oil to use?
• KIA Rio - Oil changes Canada. SAME OLD 3 Aug 2019 (Forum)
  Reading in rhe agony motoring column. My dealer won't change the oil. I have free oil changes for life as part of the sale. Reason not enough kms but oil changes are twice a year to get the warranty cover. Please help.
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  I changed the oil in my Ford Fiesta - why won't the turbo work now? 17 Aug 2017 (Ask HJ)
  I changed the oil and filter on my 2012 Ford Fiesta. Now the engine fault light is on and the turbo isn't working.
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  When it the best time to perform an oil change? 1 Jul 2014 (Ask HJ)
  You say that oil should be changed once per year or at 10,000 miles. Is it better to be changed before the winter in, say, October/November or in the...
• Oil change too risky on Good Friday 6 Apr 2004 (Forum)
  I rang other branches who will do an oil change no problem. Doesn't instill confidence in the Durham branch if they think a simple oil change will go wrong!
• Oil Change Hot or Cold? 10 Sep 2003 (Forum)
  What does the BR think of the temperature of an oil change? Most manuals say change hot, as the waste products will remain in suspension and the oil will flow quickly. Other 'mechanics' advocate a cold change, thus ensuring that all the oil is fully drained into the sump.
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  Should I have to top up my BMW 3 Series' oil? 28 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
  My BMW 2010 318i's engine oil light came on, so I topped it up. Is it normal to top up engine oil?
• 'Quick' oil change companies 20 Apr 2006 (Forum)
  Is National the only company to offer a low cost, quick, oil change? I tried Googling for this but just got a load of guides telling me how to change the oil! Changed it today and for the amount I save now that I have to use fully synth top notch oil, it's not worth doing it myself anymore.
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  My oil smells of petrol 21 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I have just noticed that I can smell petrol from the oil filler cap and dip stick. The car is running perfectly and mpg and temps seem fine. Am I worrying...
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  How much should a gearbox oil change cost? 13 Aug 2014 (Ask HJ)
  How much should a seven-speed auto gearbox oil and filter change cost on a Mercedes-Benz C250 Blue Efficiency Sport (pre-2011)?
• Kia Sportage 1.6gdi 2020 - £139.95 Extra for an oil change. 15 Jan 2021 (Forum)
  I  called to check up on the price of an oil change as Kia do not do it at the 1 year 10000 mile service. Someone posted a while back about the first service on a french car  and the extra for an oil change. I think this beats it.
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  Why are service intervals in the US generally shorter than in UK? 4 Nov 2017 (Ask HJ)
  Why are service intervals in the US generally shorter for the same car than in UK and Europe?
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  How often should I change the oil in my new car? 20 Oct 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I will be getting a brand new car in December. With all my previous cars I have changed the oil and filter every six months (annual mileage 8K). Should...
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  Why does my Mazda 6 need an oil change after 7000 miles? 20 May 2016 (Ask HJ)
  The oil change service indicator on my Mazda 6 2.2 diesel has come on. The car is just under seven months old and has 6300 miles on the clock. Would you...
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  Audi oil change - why is it so expensive? 3 Jun 2014 (Ask HJ)
  My Audi A5 is due an oil change. My local dealer usually uses 6.5 litres of high performance oil (Shell Helix Ultra Extra 5W 30) at a cost of £115, plus...
• Rover 416 - noisier after oil change 13 Jul 2007 (Forum)
  rover 416 Honda engine oil & filter change plus spark plugs oil 10/40 spark plugs Bosch super 4 after the oil change the engine is more noisy not less ! mileage 100k and regular serviced help!!!!
• Ford KA2 - Oil Change 17 Aug 2011 (Forum)
  i need to change my oil on my ford ka2 1996-2000, how much oil do i need to buy and what oil should i use ?
• Oil Change 25 Sep 2002 (Forum)
  Skoda recommends oil changes at 20,000 miles. Any comments?
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  Should my new oil be dark? 8 Mar 2013 (Ask HJ)
  When oil is supposed to be changed at a routine service on a diesel car, what colour should it be on checking the dipstick, bearing in mind it is supposed...
• Oil Change - Mondeo TDCI 12 Jun 2006 (Forum)
  I will be changing the oil on my mondeo TDCI 2005 soon, will using a pair of ramps cause the oil not to drain, or should it be ok?