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Why has my Ford C-Max gone into limp home mode? 1 Apr 2015 (Ask HJ)
I've recently replaced the clutch and DMF in my 2004 Ford C-Max 2.0 diesel. However, the car has now gone into limp home mode. Any idea why? -
206 automatic jumping out of gear on cold mornings 17 Feb 2015 (Ask HJ)
My Peugeot 206 automatic has started jumping out of gear on cold mornings, with a frost light flashing on the dashboard. However, after stopping and restarting... -
Which was the last turbodiesel Mercedes-Benz model without an ECU? 11 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
Can anyone recall which year and power output was the last non-ECU turbodiesel Mercedes-Benz? I'm looking for a low-tech, powerful diesel, with five or... -
Accident management company wants to declare my car a write off 5 Feb 2014 (Ask HJ)
A few weeks ago my wife was driving very slowly in a queue of traffic on the A49, when a driver came out of a service road and collided with the front... -
S tronic hesitation 18 Jul 2015 (Ask HJ)
I have an Audi Q5 2.0T (automatic). The car has an issue where when it slows down to a stop, the car starts to judder, sometimes quite violently and on... -
Buying a high mileage Q5 diesel 4 Jun 2014 (Ask HJ)
Hello, I have put a (refundable) deposit on an Audi Q5 3.0ltr Diesel S-Line. It is a LHD model, with 88k listed miles (130Kms), F(French)ASH and remains... -
Which MPV would you recommend for a young family? 1 Jun 2013 (Ask HJ)
We have loved our 2007 Honda Civic 1.8 SE 5 door since our baby’s birth, but now that we're expecting our second child, and second set of requirements... -
Waiting six months for my S-MAX 5 Apr 2011 (Ask HJ)
Hello, we ordered an S-MAX in September 2010 and paid a deposit in 02-10-10 at GATES of Dunmow Essex. When we ordered it we were told it would be before... -
Why are speed humps still used when they damage tyres, like those fitted to my S-Type Jaguar? 20 Nov 2010 (Ask HJ)
I am writing to you on a subject to which I believe you referred in your column - traffic humps. I am the owner of a Racing Green S-Type Jaguar which is... -
Traffic harming measures 8 Aug 2009 (Ask HJ)
I keenly follow your regular comments about the damage to tyres, steering and suspension components by our appalling roads. My 08 reg 11,000 mile S-Max... -
Is it illegal to have different tyres on the same axle? 16 Feb 2024 (Ask HJ)
Hello, I’ve just bought a used 2023 MINI Cooper S from a MINI dealer. I’ve noticed that there are three Michelin Pilot Sport 4 tyres and one KPATOS on... -
What's the best small car for high mileages? 13 Jun 2023 (Ask HJ)
I need to replace my car. I do 35k miles a year all over the country, have a wife and two kids and a budget of £8000. I want something as economical and... -
What's the best first car to buy that's also fun? 10 Feb 2023 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking to buy my first fun car as a 24 year old graduate with a budget of £5-6k. I'm looking for a petrol, manual, hatchback ideally but an estate... -
Can you recommend a petrol, family car? 21 Aug 2020 (Ask HJ)
I have a budget of £11,000 for a petrol family car (6000 - 8000 miles per year). It needs enough room for four adults and I’ve been looking at a minimum... -
Can you recommend a family car for driving in London's low emissions zones? 12 Jun 2020 (Ask HJ)
My niece lives in east London and needs to change her old Audi A4 for a larger family vehicle. She needs space for two children in car seats, one child... -
Do you think this used car is good value? 13 May 2020 (Ask HJ)
I'd value your views on Ford Mondeo (67-plate) auto petrol 1.5, please. It's got 26,000 miles on the clock and your valuation is very good, as its priced... -
What's the best car for a family of five? 12 Dec 2019 (Ask HJ)
Can you advise on a used family car for us? The car will barely be used Monday to Friday but will be used for short trips into town at weekends. It will... -
Which new cars come with a CD player? 18 Nov 2019 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking for a new or lowish-mileage used car that's economical and has a sunroof and (ideally) a CD player. It must be good in the snow (assuming I... -
What's the best small van for £14k? 4 Oct 2018 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking for recommendations for a small van with a budget of £14k and would like a large enough rear space to allow for occasional nights away. I have... -
How will an engine upgrade affect my car at the MoT? 29 Jun 2018 (Ask HJ)
I want to fit my 1991 Mini Mayfair with a 1275cc carburettor engine from a 1980's Austin Metro. It was originally manufactured with a 998cc engine. From...
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