Category - Ultimate Guide to Car Maintenance

How Much Does a Car Service Cost?

By Eve McPherson - February 16th, 2024 - 4 Comments - Ultimate Guide to Car Maintenance

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A car service is a preventative measure, which can ensure your vehicle is running safely and smoothly. The cost of a car service can vary depending on the make and model of the car, and the type of service you wish to book. A full car service co...

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

By Tim Miller - February 16th, 2024 - 14 Comments - Ultimate Guide to Car Maintenance

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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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How Much Does a Catalytic Converter Cost? (2024)

By Eve McPherson - February 14th, 2024 - 25 Comments - Ultimate Guide to Car Maintenance

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On average, a catalytic converter replacement costs between £150 and £900 in the UK - although the price may vary depending on the vehicle you drive and the garage you choose to complete the repair. Most importantly, no matter how mu...

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How Does a Car Clutch Work?

By Eve McPherson - February 7th, 2024 - 0 Comments - Ultimate Guide to Car Maintenance

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The clutch in a manual car works by connecting and disconnecting the engine's power to the transmission. This allows for smooth gear changes and helps you control the vehicle's speed. Read on and find out what a clutch does, how you use it, and...

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What Is a Head Gasket? (And 9 Other Things To Know)

By Eve McPherson - February 2nd, 2024 - 0 Comments - Ultimate Guide to Car Maintenance

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Your car’s head gasket plays a vital role in the engine’s combustion process. Helping to maintain engine power and prevent it from overheating, it is essential that you act quickly if you suspect the head gasket is failing. Read on a...

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MOT Checklist: Get Your Car Ready for Its MOT

By Eve McPherson - February 1st, 2024 - 0 Comments - Ultimate Guide to Car Maintenance

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To give your car the best chance of passing its MOT first time, there are a few quick pre-MOT checks you can easily do yourself. Seemingly insignificant issues like broken bulbs or dirty registration plates can actually lead to MOT failure. That...

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How to... Tell If You Have a Head Gasket Leak at Home (Novice)

By Eve McPherson - February 1st, 2024 - 0 Comments - Ultimate Guide to Car Maintenance

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Over time, your car’s head gasket can age and break down, resulting in a leak which could cause extensive engine damage. Read on and find out more about head gasket leaks, how to check for one, and if you can drive with a leaking head gask...

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What Causes a Blown Head Gasket? (And What Does It Sound Like?)

By Eve McPherson - January 31st, 2024 - 26 Comments - Ultimate Guide to Car Maintenance

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Your vehicle's head gasket is an essential part of the internal combustion process. When a head gasket blows, this can significantly impact your engine's performance and lifespan. You will need to book a head gasket repair if this happens to y...

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

By Eve McPherson - January 30th, 2024 - 1 Comments - Ultimate Guide to Car Maintenance

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As the clutch in modern cars lies between the engine and gearbox, it can sometimes be difficult to tell whether it’s your vehicle’s clutch or gearbox that’s at fault. In this blog, we cover the subtle signs and distinct symptom...

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Top 5 Symptoms of a Bad Oil Pump: How to Check & Replacement Cost

By Tim Miller - January 9th, 2024 - 24 Comments - Ultimate Guide to Car Maintenance

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A bad oil pump can do damage to your car’s engine and limit your vehicle’s overall performance. That’s why it is so important that you know the symptoms of a bad oil pump to look out for. Delaying repairs can lead to engine fai...

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