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• MG MG TF (2002 - 2005) - Laying it up 22 Oct 2007 (Forum)
  Would it be better for the engine if I just leave it unmoved as much as possible for the next 5 months (it might still need moving now and then to get at things in the garage) or should I be starting it every fortnight and letting it warm up etc? To look after the battery I will be attaching an Optimate battery conditioner that has kept my dad's old VFR battery going for many years so not turning the car over won't result in a dead battery. Blue
• Citroen Xantia (1993 - 2000) - M reg 1.9 diesel - Strange electrical problem 30 Sep 2007 (Forum)
  Got an M reg 1.9 diesel auto.Started car yesterday . Possibly whilst touching the sunroof button I heard a 'pop' through the speakers,and the battery light came on.Turned engine off ,re started,no battery light,sunroof not working,and neither is the speedo. Checked fuse no11 and is fine. Started car later, fine,after a few hundred yards the battery light came on again.
• Nissan - Locked out of an Almera 27 Sep 2007 (Forum)
  There is not even a key hole in the door. Before going to New Zealand recently for 7 weeks, she disconnected the battery so that it would not discharge whilst she is away. She opened the bonnet, locked the door with the remote key fob, disconnected the battery and then closed the bonnet again. She then realised that on her return she would have no way of getting into the car, as the door will not open if the battery is disconnected.
• Battery for 1957 Ford Anglia 100E 3 Apr 2006 (Forum)
  Does anyone out there happen to have a battery catalogue modern or old (e.g. an old Lucas catalogue possibly from the '60s or '70s)? I need to find the battery code for a 1957 Ford Anglia 100E that I've just purchased (NOT to be confused with later, reverse window Harry Potter type).
• Self-charging batteries 27 Mar 2006 (Forum)
  Cars are getting more power hungry with every new model. As the technology develops will we see devices to recharge the battery as you move without additional drain on the engine.
• Socket stuck on battery clamp - Ford Focus 19 Jan 2015 (Forum)
  Edit: Tried to copy and paste photo but did not work.   Hopefully you can visualise from the description..
• Will motorbike charger work on a car battery? 14 Nov 2011 (Forum)
  It's all I have! Output is 1.25A.  I don't mind if it works slowly, I can leave overnight.
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  Is is possible to buy a back-up battery for an electric car? 22 Mar 2023 (Ask HJ)
  With a petrol/diesel car you can carry a can of fuel for emergencies - what's the equivalent for an EV? I have seen ZipCharge units in the USA, but they...
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  Why doesn't my BMW's Efficient Dynamics system work for short journeys? 7 Dec 2013 (Ask HJ)
  The AutoStop/Start on my 2009 BMW 120 M Sport stopped operating on a journey from Bromley, Kent to Cornwall. On return from holiday, 500 miles later, I...
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  Can I keep a hybrid car for 10 years? 14 Jun 2023 (Ask HJ)
  I am thinking of buying a new Kia Niro hybrid for when I retire this year and probably keep it for about 10 years. Would it be viable to keep it that...
• Car solar panel battery conditioners / chargers 15 Jan 2023 (Forum)
  I've been thinking about buying a portable solar panel car battery charger, given my car mostly sits around for long periods and the cost (fitted) of car batteries is now around the £150 - £200  mark, especially as my car seems to go through batteries around every 4-5 years, whatever the usage (I've never detected any electrical issues, including lights on in the boot, etc).
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  How can I re-programme a key for my car? 19 Aug 2019 (Ask HJ)
  The remote functions on one of my keys for a 2005 Nissan X-Trail does not work. I have replaced the battery. It may be the circuit board is faulty or that...
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  Is a Honda CTX700 a good used buy? 25 Jul 2019 (Ask HJ)
  I have seen a 2016 Honda CTX700 for sale. This bike has 2000 miles and was just traded in, so it is mint condition. Any cons on this?
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  What should I do if I leave my car parked up for several months over the winter? 18 Dec 2018 (Ask HJ)
  I go away for a couple of months around Christmas time and will be leaving my 2013 Volkswagen Golf on the driveway. Is it good practice to disconnect the...
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  Is Unipart still going and what about the lifetime guarantee on its batteries? 5 Mar 2018 (Ask HJ)
  I bought a Unipart Samson lifetime guarantee battery many years ago for my 3.5-litre Rover. I have had a few free replacements since then. I now need another...
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  Are jump starters that plug into cigarette lighters any good? 20 Nov 2017 (Ask HJ)
  Do you have an opinion on battery jump starter/chargers that plug into the cigarette lighter? Are they okay or best avoided?
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  Advice on buying a used Lexus? 21 Aug 2015 (Ask HJ)
  I am looking at a 2008 Lexus RX400h with 72000 miles from a Lexus dealer. I assume the hybrid battery and motor will need to be replaced. Could this be...
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  Large garage repair bill - should I pay? 12 Apr 2015 (Ask HJ)
  About two weeks ago my car went into the garage for what they thought was a flat battery. A recovery man had attempted to jump start it and this had apparently...
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  intermittent starter problem 7 Aug 2014 (Ask HJ)
  i have problems with ignition switching car on ok but not engaging starter on first turn of key , will engage on second or third attempt. This only happens...
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  Flat battery on Volkswagen Polo - what's the cause? 10 Dec 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I purchased a new Volkswagen Polo in 2010 and two years later the car failed to start on my drive and was taken by the dealer for tests. The car was returned...