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8 Reviews

Garage serving Chatham, 11 years of experience

Servicing and repairs on all makes and models BMW and MINI mobile diagnostic specialist. Genuine BMW and MINI diagnostic equipment. 9 years BMW and MINI experience Hybrid vehicle trained

30 Reviews

Garage serving Chatham, 25 years of experience

We fit tyres at our work place or we can offer a mobile call out service. Also we offer a mobile mechanic service, This may be a simple diagnostic or mechanic work carried out at the road side, we can pic...

28 Reviews

Mobile mechanic serving Chatham, 15 years of experience

Hi, I started working in a garage at around 2008 and since last 2 years I have worked as a mobile mechanic for a company with fleet of vehicles in and around London, and up north at times in Scotland While...

10 Reviews

Garage serving Chatham, 12 years of experience

Local business based by Gravesend, always happy to help all my customers to the best of my ability. 12 years of experience so far!

283 Reviews

Garage serving Chatham, 27 years of experience

Our team of hard working mechanics have many years of experience in the motor industry - this means that your vehicle will be left in good hands at our garage. We have excellent facilities that have the late...

46 Reviews

Garage serving Chatham, 12 years of experience

Transylvania Motors has been operating since 2018. We operate a 1 ramp workshop catering for all makes/models & repairs. Adrian the owner originally from Romania completed his apprenticeship with Ford an...

195 Reviews

Garage serving Chatham, 10 years of experience

I pride myself on my work making sure I carry out all work to a excellent standard, I have been in the motor trade for 9 years plus. I started at fords as an apprentice and became a fully qualified mechanic/...

288 Reviews

Garage serving Chatham, 53 years of experience

The Company’s Roadside Assistance brand is now the preferred choice for the South of England and has become synonymous with efficiency, punctuality and courtesy resulting in all the major motoring organisati...

251 Reviews

Mobile mechanic serving Chatham, 24 years of experience

5 years MOT tester 15 years vw audi seat skoda specialists 24 years experience on all makes and models

199 Reviews

Garage serving Chatham, 20 years of experience

Full range of mechanical work including full diagnostic equipment, service and repair, welding, mot prep, car delivery

523 Reviews

Garage serving Chatham, 20 years of experience

I began my mechanical career with Peugeot/Citroen where I completed my full apprenticeship and spent 4 years there. I moved to work with Renault for around 3 years before moving to VW/Audi for 4 years. I rel...

116 Reviews

Garage serving Chatham, 12 years of experience

I've been in the trade for 12 years and in that time i have worked at main dealers carrying out Diagnostic work as well as repairs of all sorts by following the main dealer expectations. I have also had expe...

60 Reviews

Garage serving Chatham, 16 years of experience

I joined the army in 2002 as a tank driver. I carried out my level 1 and 2 NVQ in motor mechanics where I worked on all different types of vehicles from tanks car’s, Land Rover, lorry’s and tractors. When I ...

Frequently asked questions about EGR valve replacement & repairs in Chatham

Read our answers to questions about EGR valve replacement costs, symptoms and more.

What does an egr valve replacement in Chatham involve?

Whilst there are quite obviously many different engine designs on the market, there are as many different processes to change one.

There are some basic steps though that are common

  • The mechanic will physically inspect the area around the EGR valve for leaks
  • A full diagnostic test will be carried out with monitoring of live data
  • If deemed to be faulty and once the engine has cooled, the EGR valve will be removed and replaced
  • Diagnostic checks will be rerun and codes cleared down
  • Vehicle will be road tested

What are the symptoms of a failing EGR valve?

An efficiently operating EGR valve is paramount to engine performance and a faulty one can make starting difficult and reduce performance considerably.
Some of the typical symptoms are

  • Difficulty in starting
  • Rough engine idle and stalling
  • Poor running
  • Reduced performance
  • Higher fuel consumption
  • Engine management light illuminated
  • MOT failure on emissions

How long will an egr valve replacement take in Chatham?

On average, egr valve replacement times can range from 1 hour to 3 hours with an average of 1.5 hours. The time that the job takes will depend on a number of factors, like your vehicle's make and model, year, as well as other factors. Select your car at the top of this page for information on job time and cost for your vehicle through ClickMechanic.

Is a bad egr valve an MOT failure?

Yes, a bad EGR valve can cause an MOT failure if the issue on the component leads to the vehicle failing its emissions test.

How much does it cost to clean EGR in Chatham?

On average it can cost between £150 to £500 to clean an EGR valve, depending on the make and model of your car. Some EGR valves take a lot of time to remove and refit, sometimes up 5-6 hours, and on top of that 2 hours to clean the EGR valve.

Can Chatham garages offer home collection and delivery for egr valve replacement?

Yes, many garages in Chatham are able to offer collection and delivery for an egr valve replacement. With ClickMechanic collection & delivery is free if your vehicle is drivable. Once booked a mechanic will pick up the vehicle on the day and time of your choice, do the work, and return the vehicle at a time convenient to you. Simply enter your vehicle registration number and postcode to get an upfront price for a egr valve replacement in Chatham.

Can Chatham mobile mechanics do egr valve replacement at my home or office?

Yes, Chatham mobile mechanics can do an egr valve replacement at your home or office, provided there is a safe and sufficient space to conduct the repair or replacement. With ClickMechanic, once booked for a date and time of your choice, your booking will be offered to vetted mobile mechanics in your area.

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