General mechanic’s

The location of the cambelt/timing belt is nestled deep within the engine, so it is often difficult to detect faults with it while driving. 

The cambelt makes sure your camshaft and crankshaft rotate at the right speeds. If the belt snaps, or the rubber teeth become excessively worn, parts can become misaligned. Once this happens, all the parts in your car’s engine will stop working in sync.

A faulty cambelt/ timing belt might cause your engine to misfire, or oil to leak. You’ll also notice that your engine fails to turn over.

Unlike many of the repairs mentioned on this list, fixing a timing belt is often expensive because of the labour costs. Its a job that demands a great deal of skill.

You should change timing belts roughly once every four years or around the 60,000-mile mark. This way, although, you can’t prevent the parts becoming worn, you can avoid any secondary damage to your engine.

The most common signs that your timing belt needs to be replaced include:

• Ticking noise from under the hood when the engine is running
• The engine doesn’t start
• The engine misfiring while driving
• Oil leaking from the front-side 
• Check engine light is on

A car’s transmission, or gearbox, converts combustion power to drive the wheels. It experiences more wear and tear than most parts of your vehicle because of its many moving parts.

Here are Some of the warning signs that there’s a problem with your transmission 

They include:

• Engine management warning light may come on.
• You could feel slipping or difficulty when changing gears
• Unusual humming or clunking noises
• If you look under your car you may see red fluid leaking from the underside middle or front of your car
• A grinding or shaking sensation
• A burning smell

Fortunately, there are a few simple things drivers can do to prevent damaging their transmission. using the right gear at the right time will avoid the temptation to rest your foot on the clutch, or your hand on the gearstick, these small measures can help to keep your gearbox in the best possible condition

Fuel injectors deliver petrol or diesel to the engine in a fine mist. Think of them as an electronic valve designed to burn fuel more easily. One of the main reasons the clever piece of kit goes wrong, is when debris find its way into the system. This can happen after filling up on low-grade or contaminated fuels, or after leaving fuel in your car for an extended period of time.

When fuel injectors are working properly, they adjust the amount of fuel being introduced to match the variable airflow. If kept clean and well-maintained, your fuel injectors can also maximise the car's fuel efficiency and minimise pollution.

Fuel injectors often start to cause problems when the nozzles get clogged. Symptoms of a faulty fuel injector include:

• Problems starting the engine
• Engine stalling or misfiring
• Loss of engine power
• Rough idling with excessive shaking, jerking or vibration when the engine's running but the vehicle isn't moving
• Poor or diminishing fuel economy

Why is repairing a fuel injector such an expensive job? It’s all down to its precise measurements – likely why intricately-made parts come with a high price tag. Also, each cylinder on your engine will have a fuel injector and it’s recommended to change them all at the same time, so the cost of the bill soon stacks up. The best way to avoid damaging your fuel injector is to use high-quality fuel from trusted petrol stations.

It is critical that you maintain a good healthy battery, If you have any concerns regarding the condition or health of your car battery then you should have the battery and charging system checked as soon as possible, if you want to avoid becoming a roadside breakdown statistic.

A common cause of a dead car battery is simple user error. 

• Either you've inadvertently left an overhead light on, 
• Left something charging in the accessory power source, 
• Used too much accessory power when you've only driven a short distance. 
• Age, and old battery that has simply run its course.

That means a lot of your battery's power was used when you started your vehicle, but your alternator, which returns power to your battery, didn't have enough time to charge up your battery fully.

Most car batteries utilize lead-acid, multi-cell batteries. Each cell is filled with a dilute solution of sulfuric acid as well as lead. As your vehicle's battery ages, it undergoes a natural process called sulfation. Sulfation is when the negative plates in your car's battery are coated in sulfate crystals, which can then build up and reduce your battery's ability to deliver power to your vehicle and prevent your car from starting. If your car's battery is between 2-5 years old, this could be the culprit, and it might be time for a replacement.

Using specialist equipment to measure the voltage level, Mobitech can examine the battery’s ability to hold charge. As well as this, battery health checks involve a visual inspection of the battery to check for any corrosion or external damage that may be  effecting your batteries performance or altering your batteries performance. Should your battery need replacing Mobitech can help, and good news it’s one of the more cheaper jobs to do to maintain your car.

Brakes are vital to the safety of you and others around you. Poorly maintained brakes can have a varying and adverse effect on how effectively you can stop your vehicle in an emergency. 

knowing the Signs of worn or faulty brakes are essential to every driver.

some of these could be.

• Brake pad warning lamp on dash may be on
• Squeaking brakes
• Brake pedal shake from warped brake discs
• Pulling to the left or right under braking.
• Hot or discoloured brake discs 
• Brake fade, when you put your foot on the brakes and they don’t respond as you expect. 
• Spongy brake pedal 

At Mobitech we believe It is essential to have your brakes checked regularly and it would be a good idea to have them checked before a long journey to ensure you keep your family  safe on the road.

Items checked on a brake inspection 

If you ask Mobitech for a brake inspection we will look at;

• Brake fluid. Essential for the braking force between the brake pedal and the brake callipers. This must be changed every 2 years to prevent the build up of moisture in the system. 
• Brake pads and brake discs for wear and corrosion 
• Brake callipers and carriers for wear and corrosion 
• Brake components for excessive build up of dirt and corrosion 
• brake pipes and flexible brake hoses for corrosion or damage.
• Brake servo and cylinders for leaks
• ABS and traction control systems.

We at Mobitech have expert knowledge, but we can always converse with the manufactures if needed. We will always try to balance cost to our customers and the quality of the parts and materials used for any repair, to ensure quality control and longevity of your repair.  

Looking after your engine is a good way to keep emissions low and keep it running smoothly.

A well looked after engine can save you money on fuel costs

If you notice the check engine warning lamp on your dash (EML)or(MIL) then Mobitech strongly recommends you get it checked straight away 

as this is the ECU making you aware that something isn’t right.

Ignoring this could be a costly mistake and could cost you more in the long run as your engine isn’t working as it should.

Unfortunately modern day engines rely on many sensors to keep them running to an industry standard and there can be many reasons why the warning lamp may come on.

• Emission control such as Oxygen sensors, exhaust temperature sensor, Nox sensors.
• Engine sensors such as Crankshaft and camshaft sensors.
• Turbo related issues such as pressure sensors.
• Rough running issues such as faulty spark plugs or coil packs.
• Electrical issues such as faulty components or damaged wires.

Mobitech is dedicated to staying at the forefront of mechanics research and development. We are constantly exploring new technologies and methodologies, ensuring that our clients receive the most innovative and effective solutions. 

The moral of the engine warning light is don’t ignore it or you could end up with a potentially very expensive repair bill.

Suspension systems help us to enjoy a smooth journey, but the parts can become damaged by bumps in the road overtime. Especially if you frequently drive over those dreaded potholes.

If you want to check your suspension, you should ask yourself:

• Does your car lean to one side when stationary?
• Does your car drift or pull when turning corners?
• Does the car continue to bounce after driving over a speed bump?
• Are there signs of uneven wear on your tyres?

One of the quickest ways to test your suspension is to rest all your weight on the bonnet before moving off and paying close attention to how it moves. It’s not difficult to tell if your car feels stiff or if it bounces too much.

Suspension works in pairs split between the front and back tyres.

If there’s damage to the suspension on one side of your car, you’ll have to replace the suspension on the other side too, this is to avoid any imbalances. 

The costs can soon add up!!

The best way to avoid damaging your suspension is to avoid potholes and bumps in the road as much as possible. By anticipating uneven road surfaces and lowering your speed when mounting kerbs, you can extend the lifespan of your suspension. If you do think you have a problem, get it checked sooner rather than later. Mobitech can inspect your vehicle for a simple diagnostic charge and tell you if it really needs doing.

commonly Found in manual cars, the clutch is vital for changing gears.

You might notice yours isn’t working if the left pedal feels spongy, vibrates or sticks when pressed. Sometimes the pedal will give off a squeaking or rumbling noise instead. If not, you might have trouble when using the gear stick or notice a loss of acceleration.

In simple terms, the clutch can either ‘slip’ or ‘stick’.

When your clutch slips, the clutch plate will move at a different speed to your flywheel – another way of saying it is, the engine will struggle to power your car with the usual amount of force.

A sticking clutch occurs when the clutch plate struggles to release the flywheel, this could present as a grinding noise when changing gear.

Repairing or replacing a clutch is a time-consuming process, even for the professionals. A clutch kit and parts are also costly, so you can expect this to be one of the more expensive jobs to have done on your car.

The best way to prevent clutch damage is to ask Mobitech to regularly service your car. The parts typically last between 60,000 to 80,000 miles but this depends on how the car is driven!

Did you know? While car batteries are responsible for starting your engine, it’s actually the alternator that powers your electronics.

This part supplies windows, radios and headlights with power and is also responsible for charging your battery while driving.

If your alternator stops working your car will eventually cut out.

Fortunately, there are some tell-tale signs that they could be on their way out:

• An illuminated battery warning light
• Trouble starting or frequent stalling
• Dim or flickering lights
• Dead battery
• Slow electronics
• Growling noises (no you haven’t got a gremlin)
• The smell of burning rubber

Alternators are an expensive part, mainly because they are used by so many systems in our cars. Although we may be able to find a refurbished option, just ask Mobitech.

Unfortunately, there’s not much you can do to prevent them turning faulty. The busy components usually become victims of wear and tear after 50,000 to 100,000 miles of use.