The Problem This Ford Transit petrol came into Duffy Motors for a timing belt replacement. On this model, the vehicle uses a wet belt setup, which means the belt runs inside the engine rather than externally like a traditional timing belt. Wet belts are an important part of the engine’s timing system, so replacing them […]
Engine Removal Needed to Fix Snapped Bolts The Problem This Porsche Macan came into our workshop with an oil leak that the owner had noticed getting progressively worse. Oil leaks on modern engines can come from several different areas, so it’s important to properly investigate the source before replacing parts unnecessarily. In this case, the […]
The Problem This Ford Focus came into our Manchester workshop for a timing belt replacement. The owner was aware that their engine uses a “wet belt” system, meaning the belt runs inside the engine and is lubricated by oil. These setups are known for wearing down over time, with the belt material breaking up and […]
The Problem This VW Up came to us with oil leaking from underneath the car. The owner had recently had the vehicle serviced at a main dealer, so it was understandably frustrating to discover an issue so soon afterwards. Oil leaks are never something to ignore, as they can quickly lead to engine damage if […]
AdBlue System Fault Diagnosed and Repaired This Audi Q2 came into us with warning lights showing on the dashboard. The customer wasn’t sure what the issue was, but the lights indicated a fault within the emissions system. As with many modern diesels, problems with the AdBlue system can quickly lead to further warnings or even […]
The Problem This Audi A6 came into us with a noticeable squeaking noise when starting from cold. The customer mentioned it was worse first thing in the morning and eased slightly as the engine warmed up, a common sign that something in the belt system isn’t quite right. Our Diagnosis After a full inspection, we […]
The Problem An Audi A4 came into our Manchester workshop with several warning lights showing on the dashboard and noticeably reduced engine power. The driver explained that the car felt restricted when accelerating and wasn’t performing as it normally would. When warning lights appear alongside a loss of power, it’s often a sign that the […]
The Problem A customer brought their Vauxhall Corsa in after pressing the clutch and hearing a loud bang. Straight away, something felt wrong under their foot. They even found a loose part in the driver’s footwell. The clutch pedal felt strange and unreliable, making the car unsafe to drive. Our Diagnosis We’ve seen this before. […]
The Problem: This Nissan NV200 van came in for a routine MOT. The owner hadn’t had it long and just wanted peace of mind that everything was in order. During the test, though, we spotted something worrying – all four tyres were over 20 years old and in poor condition. They were actually older than the […]
The Problem With The A5 This Audi A5 came into the workshop with two worries: a persistent squeaking noise from the engine bay and a clutch that didn’t feel right. The owner was concerned the noise might be something serious – and they were right to get it checked sooner rather than later. The Duffy […]