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SUV buying advice? 12 Oct 2015 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking for a car on the motability scheme but not sure which would be the best one out of the ones I have listed. It needs to have easy access as... -
Is the Mazda 5 a suitable replacement for our Ford C-Max? 23 Jun 2012 (Ask HJ)
We're planning to replace our Ford C-Max, a 3-year-old 2-litre diesel, in the near future. It has great performance and economy and a good seating position,... -
Ford C-MAX 1.8 TDCI cutting out 21 Jul 2016 (Ask HJ)
Our 2009 Ford C-MAX 1.8 TDCI cut out last week. All power failed and the engine malfunction light was on. After switching the car on and off, it restarted.... -
Ford Focus - Ford Focus Emission problems - HELP!!!! 19 Sep 2011 (Forum)
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Ford C-MAX (2003 - 2010) - all about engine failure 23 Oct 2008 (Forum)
hi there, Can somebodygive me an advice regarding the ford cmax?a week ago I bought a used Ford cmax1.6 Lx TDCi diesel auto,,its a fine car, but theres problem? it dodge everytime it shift a high gear, the worse thing is i see warning sign that says engine failure,then the car will no longer go faster even with high rev?? -
Is the Fiesta susceptible to clutch problems? 18 Apr 2015 (Ask HJ)
You previously mentioned that the Ford Focus Ecoboost 1.0 was suffering some problems with the clutch. Would this same problem be likely to happen with... -
What will we get when trading in our 2003 Ford Fiesta? 13 Apr 2013 (Ask HJ)
I would be grateful for advice on replacing my wife’s car. What should I expect for trading it in on part exchange? The car is a 2003 Fiesta 1.4 petrol... -
What is a good alternative to the discontinued Renault Modus? 27 Oct 2012 (Ask HJ)
I have been a loyal Renault driver for many years and recently decided to replace my current Modus 1.2 Dynamique with a new model, only to find that the... -
Which new car for easy disabled access? 20 Oct 2012 (Ask HJ)
Following an accident when my left leg was damaged, I need a new car. The criteria are: easy to get in and out with seats not too low, automatic, four... -
Will Ford contribute to repairing an EGR fault on my 2004 Ford C-Max? 16 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
I appear to have seemingly a common fault regarding EGR failure on my 2004 Ford C-Max diesel, where the air pipes were filled with engine oil which the... -
Redress with Ford for turbo engine failure at 65,000l 6 Jul 2013 (Ask HJ)
Can we have redress with Ford after turbo failure at 65,000-miles for a 2007 C-Max? They have not told us why it has failed or given a sufficient explanation. -
MINI Cooper S - If not a Cooper S then what? Could this be put in discussion pls 29 Mar 2019 (Forum)
Evening, I was looking at buying a weekend car, 2.5k max maybe. Went through a phase of looking at MX5's, sat in one and wasn't me, Started looking at Mini Cooper S as had an old one as a first car, lots of bad news on the web but still can't completely discount it. -
I'm concerned about the gearbox in my recently purchased Ford - what should I do? 30 May 2017 (Ask HJ)
I recently purchased a 2014 Ford B-MAX through a main Ford dealer. However after reading reports about the auto box I am a little concerned. The car has... -
On a downer 22 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
My husband and I are considering becoming a one-car household. Presently I drive a mostly loved 2007 Honda Civic 1.8 ES i-VTEC 5-door (recognised problems... -
ford focus c max diesel 07 model - ignition key problem 31 Dec 2012 (Forum)
When the ignition key is turned to the start position nothing happens i have checked this out and found the starter relay has lost it's ecu earthing.... -
Ford C-MAX (2003 - 2010) - 04 1.8 Oil level and brake disk wear 25 Dec 2008 (Forum)
Sounds silly but how do you check the oil level? If I leave the car overnight and check the dipstick then the oil level is barely on the dipstick. If However... -
Ford C-Max - Small End Issues 6 Jul 2012 (Forum)
It has been serviced at 12435, 26873, 47132 (with a further two since then) and was due to go in for its service & MOT in June (where they identified a major engine problem). Ford are stating that due to the 'lateness' of the 2nd & 3rd service there is nothing they can do. Has anyone had a similar problem with their car or have any advice for what I can do next? -
Jaguar S Type 4.0 V8 1999 - Strange heating problems 28 Nov 2010 (Forum)
I have an odd heating problem that has just suddenly stated. The AC is fine but I only get mild warm heat on max setting for drivers side. On Passenger side it is only cold regardless of temperature settings. Radiator level is normal. Can anyone help? -
Which automatic, economical MPV for under £4000? 5 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
My husband and I moved to the Suffolk countryside two years ago, and bought a 2007 Ford C-Max automatic (mileage on purchase: 7000). We already had, and... -
Ford C-MAX (2003 - 2010) - 04 1.6 TDCI Best way to prime diesel 25 Mar 2018 (Forum)
Can anyone shed light on the best way to prime the diesel on a C-Max? I can't see any hand primer in the fuel lines. Originally it had a leaking injector so replaced the injector seal. So far I have tried cracking the injectors but only getting a dribble at best.
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