Recent Heater Matrix Repair Mechanic Reviews in Manchester
Jamies Mobile Mechanics
Garage serving Manchester, 14 years of experience
I started my apprenticeship when I left school at the age of 15. I’ve been fully qualified for 11+ years with NVQ level 1, 2 and 3. I’ve been an MOT tester for 10 years. Here at Jamie’s mobile mechanic w...
YEZHOU, Manchester
SEAT Leon • Heater matrix replacement
Ps Autos Ltd
Garage serving Manchester, 20 years of experience
Do you require your car servicing in farnworth or car servicing in Bolton ? If so keep reading. You’re a busy person — don’t let car problems get in your way either that being a mot check or car servicing...
NT Mechanic
Garage serving Manchester, 16 years of experience
I began my career with VW in Altrincham where I was for 4 years and completed my apprenticeship. I worked for an independent garage in Altrincham for around 2 years. I moved back into the main dealership sce...
CHRIS, Macclesfield
MIKE, UNITED KINGDOM
Phantom Autos
Garage serving Manchester, 11 years of experience
Hi i trained at halfords autocentres when i was 16 and stayed there for 6 years. During these 6 years I learned everything from scratch from the brakes to clutches and timing belts. I then moved to another...
IHTISHAAM, BRADFORD
M4mobilemechanics
Garage in Bradford , 25 years of experience
I initially started building my own cars and track day racing 205 Gtis . I moved on to working in garages doing a variety of work, engine rebuilds, head gasket, timing belts , clutches and gearboxes. ...
BRANDON, Burnley
Cuj Ltd T/A Cg Autos
Garage in Wakefield, 20 years of experience
We are a garage that have been operating for the last 20 years. We tackle all major makes and models of vehicles and no job is too small or too big! We offer a collection and delivery service in Wakefield fo...
Stokes Mechanical Services
Garage in Holywell, 10 years of experience
I have worked in the motor trade since starting my apprenticeship at the age of 16. I am City and guilds / NVQ level 3 qualified. I have experience working with almost all makes of cars and vans, I offer a f...
INDER, LLANDUDNO JUNCTION CONWY
Mercedes-Benz C-Class • Battery replacement (vehicles without stop/start system)
The DPF & EGR Doc Ltd
Garage in Worksop , 10 years of experience
we are a family run business specialising in complex diagnostics issues and emissions problems including dpf filters we also have a fully equipped workshop to carry out general repairs and maintenance we are...
HAZEL, Sheffield
A-Z Fast Fit Centre Ltd
Garage in Rotherham, 9 years of experience
A-Z Fast Fit service centre LTD is a friendly, family run business and we have been serving the area's motorists, since 2007. We always fit OEM quality parts, all fully guaranteed for 12 months/12,000 miles ...
BRYAN, Doncaster
Luke Wilberforce Mobile Mechanic
Mobile mechanic in Doncaster, 15 years of experience
Having done my apprenticeship in an independent garage for 5 years then spending the Last year of the apprenticeship at Volkswagen and spent 7 years thereafter. Left VW for Peugeot then BMW for couple years....
Want to learn more about Heater Matrix repairs in Manchester?
Read our short guide with information on costs, symptoms and more.
What does a Heater Core do?
The heater core is the component within the heating system that actually warms up the air that is circulated through the car. Warm coolant from the engine's cooling system is channeled through the core which heats up the air that is pushed through it by the heater fan. In turn, the air flows out of the air vents and into the cabin, providing warmth for the car's passengers.
What does a heater core replacement involve?
- Mechanic will read the ECU for possible fault codes related to the cooling system.
- Mechanic will inspect the cooling system and the heater core as well as perform a pressure test of the cooling system.
- If necessary, the mechanic will replace the heater core.
- Mechanic will advise if any other parts need to be replaced.
- Mechanic will refill the cooling system.
- Mechanic will bleed the cooling system.
- Mechanic will inspect the heating system once again and check if the heater's temperature is now accurate.
- Mechanic will make any adjustments if necessary.
Can I do a heater core replacement myself?
Unless you are a qualified mechanic with the required skills, training and equipment to do the job, we strongly recommend a heater core replacement is only carried out by a professional mechanic. ClickMechanic can help get you a vetted and local mechanic to carry out the work. Just enter your postcode and your car's registration number at the top of this page and select the work needed to get an instant fixed price up front.
What are the symptoms of a faulty heater matrix?
- When the heater/blower does not work at all (i.e. when there is no air coming from the air vents).
- When the air coming from the air vents is not as warm as usual.
- When there is coolant leaking around components of heating system in the engine bay.
How long will a heater core replacement take?
On average a heater core replacement will usually take around 2.5 hours, but can take anywhere from around 1.5 to 4.5 hours. The time that the job takes will depend on a range of factors. For example, 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.
How often should I replace a heater core?
Over time, the heater core's effectivity can suffer significantly from contaminated coolant passing through the component. Sometimes the quality of the coolant can deteriorate to such an extent that debris in the coolant can clog up the heater core.
Should you experience problems with the heater core, then it is advisable to have the unit inspected and, if necessary, have it replaced. Remember, it should always be serviced as and when stipulated in the guidelines set out by your car's manufacturer.
Can I drive my car with a bad heater core?
If you suspect there is any issue with the heater core or there are concerns about its age or condition, book an inspection with a professional mechanic as soon as possible. Whilst a faulty heater may not impair the overall performance of the vehicle, it will of course impact comfort.
Is a faulty heater core an MOT failure?
A faulty heater core will most likely not result in an MOT failure as this is not a component tested during an MOT test.
How much does a Heater Matrix repair cost in Manchester?
The average cost of a Heater Matrix repair in Manchester is on average between £209 and £426. Ultimately the cost for a Heater Matrix repair in Manchester depends on the make and model of your car. Check out the ClickMechanic price below, and find out what you'd pay at a franchise dealer in Manchester. We use industry standard data & millions of data points so you know what you should be paying.
These estimates may include Engine coolant/antifreeze, Heater matrix and/or Heater matrix. We have quotes for the top 41 manufacturers.
Name | ClickMechanic Click Mechanic average | Franchise dealer estimate | |
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Alfa Romeo |
£687 | £778 - £1,188 | Get exact price |
Audi |
£260 | £323 - £657 | Get exact price |
Austin |
£140 | £265 - £265 | Get exact price |
BMW |
£319 | £548 - £772 | Get exact price |
Chevrolet |
£622 | £553 - £1,339 | Get exact price |
Chrysler |
£214 | £347 - £463 | Get exact price |
Citroen |
£200 | £175 - £617 | Get exact price |
Dacia |
£237 | £444 - £444 | Get exact price |
Daihatsu |
£154 | £275 - £275 | Get exact price |
Dodge |
£180 | £345 - £345 | Get exact price |
DS |
£362 | £556 - £556 | Get exact price |
Fiat |
£209 | £326 - £533 | Get exact price |
Ford |
£367 | £379 - £875 | Get exact price |
Honda |
£426 | £480 - £949 | Get exact price |
Hyundai |
£919 | £417 - £2,122 | Get exact price |
Jaguar |
£278 | £433 - £677 | Get exact price |
Jeep |
£241 | £385 - £436 | Get exact price |
Kia |
£282 | £372 - £647 | Get exact price |
Land Rover |
£505 | £399 - £1,345 | Get exact price |
LDV |
£246 | £498 - £498 | Get exact price |
Lexus |
£481 | £351 - £1,216 | Get exact price |
Mazda |
£1,023 | £820 - £1,910 | Get exact price |
Mercedes-Benz |
£317 | £455 - £818 | Get exact price |
MG |
£413 | £687 - £687 | Get exact price |
MINI |
£174 | £232 - £422 | Get exact price |
Mitsubishi |
£644 | £327 - £1,554 | Get exact price |
Nissan |
£471 | £543 - £963 | Get exact price |
Peugeot |
£202 | £161 - £585 | Get exact price |
Porsche |
£241 | £340 - £450 | Get exact price |
Renault |
£269 | £290 - £801 | Get exact price |
Rover |
£191 | £170 - £470 | Get exact price |
Saab |
£213 | £199 - £650 | Get exact price |
SEAT |
£238 | £224 - £614 | Get exact price |
Skoda |
£170 | £183 - £509 | Get exact price |
Smart |
£338 | £518 - £684 | Get exact price |
Subaru |
£220 | £382 - £445 | Get exact price |
Suzuki |
£348 | £257 - £807 | Get exact price |
Toyota |
£510 | £395 - £1,181 | Get exact price |
Vauxhall |
£181 | £181 - £533 | Get exact price |
Volkswagen |
£175 | £161 - £494 | Get exact price |
Volvo |
£472 | £457 - £1,203 | Get exact price |
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Estimates on repair costs, such as the above results for a heater matrix repair, are created by combining data from multiple third-party sources. The actual cost of using your local repair providers may be outside of the estimated range. We provide estimates on repair costs for information only and accept no liability for any inaccuracies or errors. If you think an estimate is incorrect, please contact us to let us know.
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Recent Heater Matrix repair quotes in Manchester
These recent quotes were taken from our quote engine which uses third-party industry standard data on repair times, along with a live parts retailer, and a regional labour rate to build an accurate free quote. We are constantly improving our quote engine, so please let us know if a price seems incorrect.