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If you have a worrying noise coming from your engine or a light on your dashboard, Halfords Autocentre can diagnose the problem and get you back on the road before the problem escalates.

Our ATA-trained technicians can carry out all kinds of mechanical car repairs including clutch replacement, cambelt maintenance, exhaust repair, gearbox repair and catalytic converter repair.

We will match any local car repair prices like-for-like, so book a repair or a free check online today.

Q. What kind of repairs can you carry out?

We can carry out mechanical and electrical repairs on any make or model of car. Some common repairs that we provide are:

Clutch replacement
Diagnostic check (if warning lights are displaying on your dashboard we can identify and remedy the fault)
Engine repairs
Fuel drain (if you have put petrol in a diesel engine or diesel in a petrol)
Exhaust system repairs
Steering and suspensions repairs
Catalytic converter repairs

Q. How do I book car repairs online?

Due to the unique nature of repairs we cannot provide a quote online, so book a free check and we will provide a quote for any neccessary work.

Our price promise means you won't find cheaper locally.

Q. Is your work guaranteed?

Yes - our car repairs are carried out to the highest standards by our qualified ATA technicians, using the latest equipment and high quality parts.

All our work is covered by our quality guarantee which covers our parts for a minimum of 12 months, or 12,000 miles, whichever is sooner.

Q. Where can I get a Fuel Drain?

If you have put the wrong kind of fuel in your car (petrol in a diesel or vice versa), we have over 130 centres which can fix the problem and get you back on the road.Centres which offer our Fuel Drain service

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