Parts and Services
What does the vacuum pump do? The brake booster system enhances the power of your car’s brakes, allowing for improved safety and reduced stopping distance. It utilises the vacuum from the engine air intake to increase brake pressure, allowing your car to come to...
What does the brake booster vacuum sensor do? A brake booster system is used to reduce the amount of brake pedal pressure needed to stop your vehicle. This allows for improved safety and quicker, more responsive braking. The vacuum sensor (or pressure sensor) is an...
What does the stop-start system do? In modern vehicles, stop-start systems (also known as idle-stop systems) are used to preserve fuel and reduce emissions while idling. When the car comes to a stop, the system automatically shuts off the engine until it is required...
What causes hybrid battery fault codes and problems? In hybrid vehicles, a high voltage battery is a key part of the vehicle’s operation. This battery charges via regenerative braking, allowing for a significant decrease in fuel consumption. In most hybrid cars,...
What does the clutch cable do? In manual transmission vehicles, the clutch cable is what connects the clutch and transmission to the clutch pedal. When the clutch pedal is pressed down, the clutch cable pulls on the clutch and disengages it from the transmission...
A correctly functioning clutch should be able to engage and disengage, allowing for changes in gears. When the clutch is engaged, its pressure plate exerts constant force. This connects the engine to the transmission, allowing it to stay in gear. Disengaging the...
