10 causes of car breakdowns

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16. Engine oilHaving the wrong level of engine oil could damage your engine - and having too much oil is just as risky a...
03/12/2021

16. Engine oil
Having the wrong level of engine oil could damage your engine - and having too much oil is just as risky as having low oil.

If you drive a diesel with a DPF, the oil may become diluted if the DPF regeneration doesn't happen. This can cause serious engine damage and will need an oil change at your garage.

15. Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF)This is a part of the exhaust system on diesel engine vehicles. It traps fine particl...
03/12/2021

15. Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF)
This is a part of the exhaust system on diesel engine vehicles. It traps fine particles of soot and burns them off into less-harmful gas (a process called regeneration).

The Diesel Particular Filter should look after itself, but it may get blocked up if you do lots of short journeys.

14. AdBlueMost modern diesel vehicles use Selective Catalyst Reduction (SCR) which lowers harmful nitrogen oxide (NOx) e...
03/12/2021

14. AdBlue
Most modern diesel vehicles use Selective Catalyst Reduction (SCR) which lowers harmful nitrogen oxide (NOx) emissions from the exhaust. AdBlue is an additive that helps with this. It's sometimes called urea or Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF), and it needs to be kept topped up to work properly.

Your handbook will tell you where the filler is and how much to use. Plus there's a mileage countdown display on the dashboard that'll warn you about how far you can drive on what's left. Your engine won't start if it runs out, so it’s important to keep it topped up.

13. Damaged tyres and wheelsPunctures, like flat batteries, are usually greeted with a groan. They're often caused by a ...
03/12/2021

13. Damaged tyres and wheels
Punctures, like flat batteries, are usually greeted with a groan. They're often caused by a sharp object, but other reasons include:

The tyre's valve failing or getting damaged (where air is pumped in and let out)
If the tyre's hit a kerb or a deep pothole
The tyre and rim separating after a collision
Old age (due to worn tyre tread, even if still legal)
If you hit a kerb or pothole, check your wheels and rims. Speak to a specialist tyre dealer ASAP if there's any damage.

12. Lost keysIf you lose your key or lock it inside your car, you're going to need help to get back in. Keeping a spare ...
03/12/2021

12. Lost keys
If you lose your key or lock it inside your car, you're going to need help to get back in. Keeping a spare car key at home is a good idea, but little use if you're far away.

Your key most likely includes a microchip, designed to stop your car being stolen, which can make it harder to replace if you lose it. That's why lost or trapped keys are a big cause of breakdowns.

You'll either need to visit an authorised dealer or to call someone qualified out to your car to help you.

We offer a special Key Assist service which can programme a new key for almost any vehicle.

11. Flat or faulty batteryBattery faults are the most common cause of breakdowns – especially in the winter.If you’ve go...
03/12/2021

11. Flat or faulty battery
Battery faults are the most common cause of breakdowns – especially in the winter.

If you’ve got a problem with your battery, you might not be able to start your car. A car's battery powers the starter motor, and then the engine turns the alternator, which recharges the battery.

Flat batteries are commonly caused by leaving the lights on when the engine's off. But there’s also a good chance battery problems will be down to lots of short journeys or a poor electrical connection.

Batteries can go flat due to:

Leaving your car unused for a while, or only used for short journeys
A faulty component
A problem with the car's charging system
A fault with the battery itself
Old age

How to avoid a flat battery
Don't forget to switch everything off as you leave the car. Removing the ignition key may not switch off the lights, but most modern cars have a 'lights on' warning sound as you open the car door.

If you don’t make long journeys very often, your battery won’t have much chance to charge. You can sort this out by charging it overnight every 2 weeks or so. We offer an easy-to-use Battery Maintainer you can buy online.

When your car's serviced, the garage should check that connections are secure and that the battery terminals are clean and protected from corrosion.

Also, most car batteries have a guarantee of 3 to 5 years, so you're living on borrowed time after then. Replace it before it lets you down.

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10. Starter motor – 3%
The starter motor uses electricity from the battery to turn and start the engine when the car ignition is switched on. If it fails, the car won’t start, and you will be stranded.

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9. HT (high tension) leads – 3%
HT leads carry the spark from the ignition system to the spark plugs; they will eventually wear out and fail without warning.

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