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Category - Car Care Made Simple

How to...Solve 5 Common Car Problems

By Eve McPherson - January 16th, 2023 - 0 Comments - Car Care Made Simple

The article title over a worried car owner looking at a problem under the bonnet of his car.

No matter how reliable your car is, it is likely to run into difficulty at some stage. Knowing how to solve any problem that comes your way can give you the best chance of staying safe, and reduce the likelihood of a breakdown. Just by reading t...

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When Can I Put Water In My Car Radiator?

By Eve McPherson - January 9th, 2023 - 0 Comments - Car Care Made Simple

The article title over a hand pouring coolant into a car radiator, in a blue overlay.

As part of an intricate cooling system, your car radiator is an essential component which helps to regulate the temperature of your engine. You may have considered topping up your car radiator with water in the past, but this can actually do rea...

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How Much is a Car Diagnostics Test in the UK?

By Lucy Nother - December 19th, 2022 - 0 Comments - Car Care Made Simple

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Summary A car diagnostics test costs anywhere from £30 to £100 in the UK, depending on the garage you take it to, and the make and model of your car. A diagnostics test can save you money in the long run, as it allows you to pick up ...

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How To... Tell If You Have a Head Gasket Leak At Home (Novice)

By Lucy Nother - December 12th, 2022 - 0 Comments - Car Care Made Simple

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Summary Your head gasket is incredibly important in the function of your engine. If it breaks your coolant and oil will leak and mix, which can cause disastrous consequences. If you notice any white smoke, overheating, loss of engine power, clou...

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Why Is My Suspension Creaking? (And How to Fix It)

By Drew Hickman - December 5th, 2022 - 0 Comments - Car Care Made Simple

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Summary Your suspension is an important part of your car, and without it, you wouldn’t be able to travel over uneven road surfaces safely. When parts wear out, they can cause a creaking sound to come from your suspension – this could...

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Is It My Clutch or My Gearbox? 8 Common Problems Explained

By Drew Hickman - December 2nd, 2022 - 0 Comments - Car Care Made Simple

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As the clutch in a modern car lies between the engine and gearbox, it can be difficult to discern whether certain issues relate to the clutch or the gearbox. In this article, we address 8 of the most common problems that can befall these vital ...

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Track Rod Ends: 8 Things You Need to Know

By Drew Hickman - November 9th, 2022 - 10 Comments - Car Care Made Simple

The article title beside track rod ends inside a car, with a dark blue overlay behind the text.

A track rod end is a very small part of your car, but it is hugely important to your safety and comfort. In fact, without track rod ends, you would struggle to steer your vehicle at all! That's why you need to look after them just as much as the...

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7 Things to Know About an MOT Retest

By Drew Hickman - November 9th, 2022 - 38 Comments - Car Care Made Simple

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Between 2020 and 2021, 2 million class 3 and 4 vehicles passed their MOT after initially failing it. This was thanks to an MOT retest. While an MOT failure can be stressful, it's not the end of the world. It's a very easy process, especially if ...

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Winter Car Checks - 10 Simple Steps to Get Your Car Ready for Winter

By Drew Hickman - November 7th, 2022 - 0 Comments - Car Care Made Simple

The article title over someone wearing a hat and scarf kneeling down to check their tyres in snow.

Changes in temperature and weather can spell trouble for your vehicle if you don’t think ahead. As we enter the colder months of the year, it is especially important that we all look after our cars and prepare them for winter. Is your car...

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What is a Rear Main Seal? (And How to Spot It Failing)

By Tim Miller - November 3rd, 2022 - 0 Comments - Car Care Made Simple

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The rear main seal is essential for keeping oil in your engine and preventing it from leaking out of the crankshaft and into the transmission. This location typically requires removing the transmission to access it, which can lead to a costly re...

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