Category - Car Maintenance

Should I Worry About My Car's DPF Warning Light?

By Eve McPherson - April 30th, 2024 - 0 Comments - Ultimate Guide to Car Maintenance

A lit-up diesel particulate filter warning light looks like a piped box with dots in the middle, but this can vary by manufacturer. It lets you know there is an issue with your vehicle's DPF, usually indicating that it's blocked with soot or str...

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What Is a Brake Fluid Change?

By Eve McPherson - April 3rd, 2024 - 11 Comments - Ultimate Guide to Car Maintenance

By booking a brake fluid change when needed, you can extend the lifespan of your brakes and stay safe on the road. Read on and find out what a brake fluid change is, how much it costs, and how often this fluid should be changed. What Is a Brak...

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What Is Brake Fluid?

By Eve McPherson - April 3rd, 2024 - 2 Comments - Ultimate Guide to Car Maintenance

Brake fluid is a hydraulic fluid used in the brake systems of many vehicles. Without brake fluid, your car won't work - and your vehicle could experience brake failure. What Is Brake Fluid? Brake fluid is a form of hydraulic liquid used in the...

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What is Car Suspension?

By Eve McPherson - March 27th, 2024 - 0 Comments - Ultimate Guide to Car Maintenance

Your car’s suspension system smooths out bumps in the road and provides traction by keeping the wheels on the ground. You can enjoy a comfortable driving experience as a result. Without a working suspension system, your car could lose grip...

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Active vs. Passive Regeneration: DPF Explained

By Eve McPherson - March 27th, 2024 - 2 Comments - Ultimate Guide to Car Maintenance

If you own a diesel car, then you need to know about active and passive diesel particulate filter regeneration. In diesel cars, the DPF captures and stores exhaust soot to reduce the levels of harmful emissions produced. For your DPF to run a...

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Are Coolant and Antifreeze the Same Thing? 7 Things You Need to Know

By Eve McPherson - March 22nd, 2024 - 0 Comments - Ultimate Guide to Car Maintenance

The terms coolant and antifreeze are often used interchangeably, but there are several key differences between the two. It is important that you know these differences, or you could encounter some expensive problems. Without coolant, your car w...

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Will Worn Brake Pads Lead to MOT Failure?

By Eve McPherson - March 21st, 2024 - 4 Comments - Ultimate Guide to Car Maintenance

It is no surprise that your brake pads will experience wear and tear over time, but can you fail your MOT due to worn out brakes? Read on and find out which brake problems can result in MOT failure, and why your vehicle might fail its MOT due to...

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What Are Track Rod Ends? (And What Do They Do?)

By Eve McPherson - March 5th, 2024 - 14 Comments - Ultimate Guide to Car Maintenance

Track rod ends are a small yet essential part of your vehicle’s steering system. In fact, without track rod ends, you would struggle to steer your vehicle at all. Read on and find out what a track rod end is, what it does, and when you nee...

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What is an Oil and Filter Change?

By Eve McPherson - March 4th, 2024 - 8 Comments - Ultimate Guide to Car Maintenance

When you book an oil and filter change, you can ensure the optimal health and performance of your car’s engine. Read on and find out what an oil and filter change is, how much it costs and what happens if you don’t change the oil and...

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What Is Coolant? (And What Does it Do?)

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

Coolant plays a vital role in maintaining the optimal performance and longevity of your car’s engine. Without it, your vehicle would overheat and stop running altogether. Read on and find out what coolant is, what it does and how to check ...

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