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Broken Engine Mounts – WOF Repairs on Hamilton

Broken Engine Mounts – WOF Repairs on Hamilton

Why are engine mounts important? Generally weighing between 130 to 350kg (approx 300–800lbs), your car’s engine is one of its heaviest components. Due to the engine’s weight, it needs to be mounted in place. This prevents the engine from moving or shaking...
Car Differential Seal Replacement in Hamilton

Car Differential Seal Replacement in Hamilton

What do differential seals actually do? Ever wondered how your wheels actually manage to take corners without screeching or skipping? It’s all thanks to your differential. Basically, this bit of kit lets the wheels on your car spin at different speeds when you go...
Car Transmission Range Sensor (Switch) Replacement Hamilton

Car Transmission Range Sensor (Switch) Replacement Hamilton

What does a transmission range sensor (switch) actually do? If you’ve ever hopped in your Corolla, Pajero, or Hyundai Elantra on a cold Hamilton morning, put it in drive, and found… well, nothing much happening, your transmission range sensor might just be the sneaky...
Brake Pedal Lower Than Usual – Inspection & Servicing in Hamilton

Brake Pedal Lower Than Usual – Inspection & Servicing in Hamilton

Why’s my brake pedal sitting lower than usual? Had a situation where your brake pedal’s sitting a bit closer to the floor than usual, especially driving around Hamilton East or down Ulster Street during peak hour? It happens more often than you’d think, and sometimes...
Car Speedometer Cable Replacement Hamilton

Car Speedometer Cable Replacement Hamilton

What does the speedometer cable do? Most modern cars use electronic speedometers, which don’t have a speedometer cable. However, there are still a large number of older vehicles with analog speedometers equipped. The speedometer cable, also known as the...