Diagnostics
Typical price: £40.00 to £120.00
What it is
Reading fault codes and testing systems to find the cause of a warning light or fault.
What's included
- Fault code reading with a diagnostic tool
- Live data and component tests
- Clear explanation and quote for repairs
How often
Whenever a warning light comes on or the car behaves unusually.
Warning signs
- Engine management light
- Loss of power or limp mode
- Rough idle or stalling
What affects the price
Time needed to trace the fault and the make of car. Some garages deduct the fee from the repair.
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