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[Web Version]( | [Update preferences]( | [Unsubscribe]( [Facebook icon]( [Like]( [Twitter icon]( [Tweet]( [Forward icon]( [Forward]( [Do I have to fit the exact same tyres on BMW?]( Posted by on 19 June, 2024 The tyre on my BMW needs changing. I contacted a BMW dealer regarding my tyre change, I was told that I will have to put the same brand of tyres on my BMW. The tyre on my BMW is a Bridgestone 225/50R18W99. Can I put a similar size of tyre, say Yokohama? [Read more →]( [Do I need to drive my car set the tyre pressure monitoring system?]( Posted by on 19 June, 2024 After I have adjusted all four tyres to manufactures recommended settings and reset the onboard system, a message appears saying 'tyre pressure registered.' Should I at this point drive the car to set the system immediately, so the computer remembers the last wheel speed, or is each journey a new start and all the system does is check the wheel revolutions for that particular journey? [Read more →]( [Is it okay to replace just one suspension spring at a time?]( Posted by on 18 June, 2024 My 2017 Volvo V40 that has done 61,000 miles and has a broken front spring. Is this a common occurrence ? The car has an extended Volvo but when I asked about them paying for it I didn't get a direct answer. Should both springs be changed or is it acceptable to change just the broken one? [Read more →]( [When should I change the transmission fluid in my automatic?]( Posted by on 18 June, 2024 I have a Ford Mondeo automatic. I intend to keep the car until one of us pegs out. Should I be looking to change the gearbox oil? If so at what mileage? [Read more →]( [What medium SUV should we buy?]( Posted by on 18 June, 2024 It's getting towards the time to replace our (very reliable) ageing 60 plate Honda Civic 1.8 automatic. We have a maximum budget of £18,000 and are looking for a reliable SUV automatic 5 door vehicle roughly 4 years old. We have ruled out the Ford Puma, Peugeot 2008 and similar sized cars as being too small as I will need to fit some fishing tackle in the boot area occasionally (even with the rear seats folded). We test drove a Peugeot 3008 1.2 Pure Tech automatic and enjoyed the amount of space in the front and rear seats together with a good size boot, the amount of tech and finish of the interior but wondered about the reliability of the 3008 overall and, in particular, the automatic gearbox? We'd really appreciate your thoughts about the 3008 1.2 automatic and if you have any suggestions of possible reliable alternative cars? [Read more →]( [Are EV chargers checked for accuracy like fuel pumps?]( Posted by on 18 June, 2024 Petrol pumps are checked for accuracy. Who checks EV chargers and where is the accreditation? [Read more →]( [Can I get a Cat C removed from my car?]( Posted by on 17 June, 2024 Can I get Category C removed from the V5? It is because of fire damage in 2009. [Read more →]( [Should I service my car myself?]( Posted by on 17 June, 2024 I own a 2020 BMW 320i Touring and have recently had a major service completed by my local main dealer. This service came up as due on the cars iDrive system along with a vehicle check service. The vehicle check service consists of: All fluids will be checked and topped up if required All wheels and tyres will be checked for damage, wear and tyre pressure All electrical systems and lights will be checked for damage and correct set up Headlights will be adjusted if required All seat belts will be checked for wear and safe operation A road test will be carried out if required Relevant service light reset All of these tasks I can complete myself or are part of the recent MoT and so I declined this. The cost would have been £120 and includes £30 for the scope requirement. Every time I start the car I now get a visual and audible message telling me this is overdue. Should I cough up and have this done, or is it possible to update the iDrive myself or get a local BMW specialist to do this? Also will this affect the resale value when I sell or p/ex the car. [Read more →]( [How can I fix DPF issues?]( Posted by on 17 June, 2024 My wife has a 2014 Mazda CX-5 with 80k on clock. We have Been advised by a garage that the DPF is more or less knackered and causing turbo failure. One garage advises a DPF delete but another said not to as the turbo is also part of problem. We have been told to scrap the car. What do we do? [Read more →]( [What's the best automatic for motorway and city driving?]( Posted by on 17 June, 2024 I have to drive 30 miles of motorway to reach the city I drive around daily. What is a good, economical but comfortable used automatic to choose? [Read more →]( [What estate do you recommend for a dog owner?]( Posted by on 17 June, 2024 I have owned a much loved Citroen C5 estate since 2007, one of the last of the model. It has now done many miles and is getting tired. My problem is that I can’t find a replacement that will accept my dog box which accommodates my four spaniels. The boot in C5 Aircross is too small. [Read more →]( [Can I put a private plate on a leased car?]( Posted by on 17 June, 2024 Can I put a private plate on a leased car? [Read more →]( [Are all-season tyres a good choice for ride comfort?]( Posted by on 17 June, 2024 I’ve a 2018 VW Up and it will need new tyres later this year or early next. I’m tempted by Michelin Crossclimates but only the earlier ‘+’ version is available in my size (185/55/R15) rather than the later ‘2’ version. I’m looking for as quiet and pliant a ride as possible. Should I consider some other all-season tyre or is the CC+ still my best option? [Read more →]( [Should we use a diesel additive?]( Posted by on 16 June, 2024 I bought VW Tiguan 2.0 TDI 2015 but we do not do a lot of miles as we used to. We hardly do 2000 miles a year and mainly short journeys. We are aware of the carbon deposit which damage the engine but we have been advised to use additive material to the diesel instead? We have used Archoil, AR6900-D Max. We have noticed the engine is quieter. What is your advice please and what is the best additive if it is allowed? [Read more →]( You received this email because you signed up to our mailing list. If you’re not interested in receiving our newsletter any more, you can: [Edit your subscription]( | [Unsubscribe]( Honestjohn.co.uk 5 New Street Square London United Kingdom EC4A 3TW