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MechTronics

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Team of vehicle mechanical & electrical repairers
✅EV & Hybrid Vehicles
✅Clutch replacement
✅Electrical diagnostics & repair
✅Full/interim Service
✅ECU remapping
✅Brakes & Suspension
✅Gearbox Repair/Rebuild

✅Check our website for full list of services

29/05/2026

Ever seen an engine arrive in the boot of a car? 🤯

When we recovered this Audi A4 in for a full engine replacement, we didn’t find the old engine under the bonnet. Instead, it had been stripped down and was riding in the boot. 🚗

This engine didn't just quietly fail; it went out with a bang. This is what catastrophic mechanical failure looks like. 💥🔧

We are working through fitting the replacement engine. Stay tuned to see how the rebuild goes. 👀

At Mechtronics, we handle the big jobs without the massive wait times. Need a major repair? Get in touch. 👇

📞 01563 606620
📍 44 Bentinck Street, Kilmarnock, KA1 4AW

25/05/2026

Happy Bank Holiday Monday 🌞

The forecast is actually predicting a scorcher all week! 🥵 So we thought we would introduce our new AirCon machine. 🍃

Don't get caught melting in traffic when the heatwave hits.❄️😎

Whether your vehicle runs on the old gas, the new gas, or you're driving an Electric or Hybrid vehicle, our new kit has you completely covered. ⚡

We have spaces available all week so we can squeeze you in at short notice before the temperatures peak! ☀️

✨And a massive THANK YOU 🥳 for all the amazing messages over the weekend. We were completely blown away by the support after being shortlisted for Auto-Mechanik of the Year at the Automechanika Awards.

You guys are the best and your support means the absolute world to us! 🥂

We're open as normal today, but we’ll be heading down to Birmingham next week for the ceremony, so our hours will change slightly:

🟠 Tuesday 2nd June: Closing half-day
🛑 Wednesday 3rd & Thursday 4th June: CLOSED
✅ Friday 5th June: Reopening as normal!

Let's get this week started! 🚘🛠️

📞 01563 606620
📍 44 Bentinck Street, Kilmarnock, KA1 4AW

22/05/2026

🎉BIG NEWS! Brian is an Auto-Mechanik of the Year Finalist! 🏆

We are absolutely buzzing to announce that our founder, director, and lead auto-electrician, Brian, has been officially shortlisted as a finalist for Auto-Mechanik of the Year at the Automechanika Birmingham Garage Awards 2026! 🥳

Anyone who has brought their car to us knows how much passion, technical skill, and late-night problem-solving Brian puts into this garage. To see his expertise recognised on a national level alongside the absolute best in the UK aftermarket is a massive honour.

A huge thank you to our amazing customers, we couldn't have got here without your support! 🥂

We will be heading down to the NEC in Birmingham for the awards ceremony, so there are some slight changes to our opening hours:

✅ Monday 1st June: Open as normal
🟠 Tuesday 2nd June: Closing half-day
🛑 Wednesday 3rd June: CLOSED
🛑 Thursday 4th June: CLOSED
✅ Friday 5th June: Reopening as normal!

If you need any diagnostics, remapping, or general repairs sorted before we hit the road, please get in touch ASAP so we can squeeze you in! Have a brilliant bank holiday weekend, everyone and thanks again! 🚘🌤️

📞 01563 606620
📍 44 Bentinck Street, Kilmarnock, KA1 4AW

21/05/2026

There's nothing we love more than a customer being recommended to us with a tricky electrical gremlin! 🤝

This Range Rover Sport came to us with a major starting issue - a total breakdown in communication between the starter button and the starter motor. It’s exactly the kind of fault that usually results in thousands of pounds worth of new modules or full wiring looms if you take it to a main dealer. 🛑💸

Instead of just throwing expensive new parts at the problem, we got our hands dirty. As you can see in the photo, we traced the fault to a broken wire hidden deep inside the harness. To give the customer a permanent, reliable fix, we completed a full rewire from ECU to fuse box.

Real repairs by real auto-electricians. 🛠️🧠

Got a stubborn electrical issue driving you mad? Get booked in with the Kilmarnock experts.

📞 01563 606620
📍 44 Bentinck Street, Kilmarnock, KA1 4AW

20/05/2026

Why a simple code reader isn't enough anymore 💻🚗

Here’s the truth: standard code readers only point you in a general direction. They don't actually tell you what's broken. Modern cars communicate through complex networks (CAN bus), and when those signals drop out, guessing can get very expensive, very fast. 💸

We tap into your vehicle's network to physically see the data signals travelling between modules in real-time. Whether it's a communication breakdown with a fuel pump or a radar fault, we track the electrical issue all the way back to its source.

Stop paying for guesswork. Get it diagnosed right the first time by the Ayrshire experts! 🔌⚡

📞 01563 606620
📍 44 Bentinck Street, Kilmarnock, KA1 4AW

19/05/2026

⚠️Warning: That glitter in your oil isn’t a good thing... ✨

⚙️ What exactly is Swarf?

Swarf is the technical name for the tiny metal shavings, chips, and glittery debris produced when mechanical components grind against each other. It’s what happens when parts wear down, rub together without enough lubrication, or when something like a high-pressure fuel pump starts to fail.

🛑 Why is it a car killer?

Once those microscopic metal flakes get into your vehicle's systems, they don't just sit there. They travel.

In a fuel system, swarf will rapidly clog your injectors and ruin fuel lines.

In a gearbox or engine, it acts like liquid sandpaper, circulating through the oil and wearing down every single moving part it touches.

What starts as a small component failing can quickly turn into a massive, expensive nightmare if that metal debris is left to circulate.

🛠️ The Mechtronics Fix

If you’ve noticed a strange grinding noise, a sudden drop in performance, or your car just doesn't feel right, bring it to us.

💪Our team can get you booked in at short notice, run a thorough electrical and mechanical diagnosis, and catch the problem early. If swarf has already invaded, we don't just slap a new part on; we completely flush the system to ensure your car is actually safe, reliable, and clear of debris.

Fast turnaround, fair pricing, and honest advice. 🧲🚗

Give us a shout to get booked in!

📞 01563 606620
📍 44 Bentinck Street, Kilmarnock, KA1 4AW

18/05/2026

Deep inside a Porsche Cayenne💥⚙️

After removing the seats to check the transmission control modules for water damage, testing the wiring, and dropping the hydraulic unit to find two sticking solenoids, we finally found the smoking gun deep inside the mechanical core: one of the sun gears has completely lost its teeth. ⚙️💥

Because the engineering on these vehicles is so tightly packed, dropping the entire engine and transmission assembly together (as seen in the photos) was the only way to get the gearbox on the bench and uncover this internal failure.

💪The Road to Recovery:
We are now carrying out a full transmission rebuild, a complete gearbox service, and rewriting the system using Porsche PIWIS online adaptations to ensure it shifts like a dream.

From advanced electrical diagnostics to major mechanical rebuilds, we offer dealer-level precision right here in Kilmarnock.

🤝Fair pricing and no month-long waits.

Got a complex fault that needs an expert eye? Give the team a shout:

📞 01563 606620
📍 44 Bentinck Street, Kilmarnock, KA1 4AW

14/05/2026

🚫 The Lifetime Myth That’s Killing Your Quattro 🚫

Think you're getting a full Haldex service at the main dealer? Think again. 🤯

According to Audi, the Haldex pump strainer isn't considered a serviceable item because there’s no official replacement part for it. They’ll top up your oil and send you on your way, leaving the pump and strainer looking like a swamp.

Why This Isn't Enough:

⚠️The Invisible Clog: Over time, thick sludge builds up on the pump strainer.

❌Premature Pump Failure: This gunk prevents oil from reaching the pump, causing it to overheat and eventually burn out.

❗️Warning Signs: If you’re seeing traction control lights or feel like you’re only getting front-wheel drive, your strainer is likely choked.

〽️Error Codes: A blocked strainer often triggers the dreaded "Clutch - Mechanical Failure" (01155) code.

🗓️✅ Why wait 6 weeks for a dealer appointment that only does half the job? We offer short-notice bookings, fair pricing, and a level of care the big guys just don't provide. From Haldex work to manual and automatic gearbox rebuilds, remapping, and electrical diagnostics, we’ve got you covered.

Don't let your AWD system choke on its own grime. Get it done properly at Mechtronics! 🧼⚙️

📞01563 606620
📍44 Bentinck Street, Kilmarnock, KA1 4AW

13/05/2026

🚗Ford Starting Issues? It Might Be Your Dashboard 🛠️

If your Ford is refusing to start, don't automatically assume the worst. While it feels like a major mechanical failure, the issue is often caused by the instrument cluster.

In many Ford models—particularly the Focus, Fiesta, and Transit—the dashboard acts as a gateway for the immobiliser system. If the cluster develops internal circuit faults or loose connections, it loses communication with the engine. Your car thinks it’s being stolen. The result? A car that stays parked while you’re trying to get to work. 🔑❌

🔍 What to look for:
The Flashing Red Dot: A rapidly blinking immobiliser light.

Intermittent Starting: Sometimes it fires up perfectly; other times, nothing.

Fault Codes: Messages like "Engine Systems Fault" or "Acceleration Reduced" appearing on the screen.

💡 Skip the Main Dealer Waitlist
Main dealers often have long lead times and high markups for full cluster replacements. At Mechtronics, we provide a more efficient alternative:

Specialist Diagnosis: We use dealer-level tech to confirm if the cluster is actually the problem.

Fast Turnaround: We know you need your car back, so we prioritise getting the job done quickly.

Fair Pricing: High-end diagnostics and repairs without the main-dealer invoice.

❌If your Ford is acting up, bring it to the specialists. We’ll get to the bottom of the electrical gremlins and get you back on the road.

Get in touch to book:

📞 01563 606620
📍 44 Bentinck Street, Kilmarnock, KA1 4AW

07/05/2026

🛠️ Don't Replace it—Repair it! 🛠️

Take a look at these pins. That green copper corrosion is a nightmare for your car's electronics. A main dealer would likely take one look at this and hand you a massive bill for a brand-new control module and a long wait for the part to arrive. ⏳

At Mechtronics, we do things differently.

We’re all about repairing over replacing whenever possible. Our electrical diagnostic specialists have the steady hands and the right gear to clean, pin-swap, and refurbish these connectors.

Why bin a perfectly good unit when a bit of expert surgery can save you long wait times, and money? 💷

The Mechtronics Advantage:

🧠 Real Skills: We use our brains, not just a parts catalogue.

💰 Save Big: Main dealers want to sell you expensive replacements.

⏱️ Faster Turnaround: No waiting weeks for back-ordered parts from overseas.

🤝 Honest Advice: If it can be fixed, we’ll fix it.

Got a dashboard lit up like a Christmas tree? Don’t panic—bring it to the experts who actually enjoy getting their hands dirty to save you money.

📞 01563 606620
📍44 Bentinck Street, Kilmarnock, KA1 4AW

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44 Bentinck Street
Kilmarnock
KA14AW

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 5pm
Tuesday	8am - 5pm
Wednesday	8am - 5pm
Thursday	8am - 5pm
Friday	8am - 5pm

Telephone

+447517413096

Website

http://mech-tronic.com/

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