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Top Mechanics For Ignition Coil Change & Replacements in St Helens

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Garage in St Helens, 14 years of experience

Jonathan and his team at Northern Motors provides a reliable and professional mobile mechanic service that covers the whole of the North West area of England! With over 10 years of experience in the motor...

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Garage serving St Helens, 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...

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Mobile mechanic serving St Helens, 20 years of experience

Mobile Auto Care provides a wide range of convenient and reliable automotive services as a mobile mechanic. Our skilled technicians come to your location, whether it's at home, work, or roadside, to offer se...

204 Reviews

Garage serving St Helens, 20 years of experience

The majority of my experience has come from working for main dealers and learnt many skills through this route. I have worked for Saab, Ford, Citroen, Renault and most recently Vauxhall. I was there for 6 y...

154 Reviews

Mobile mechanic serving St Helens, 8 years of experience

Over the past four years, I have successfully owned and operated my own garage, where I have gained valuable hands-on experience in all aspects of automotive repair and maintenance. From diagnosing and troub...

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Garage serving St Helens, 19 years of experience

At M53 Tyres & Autocare we offer an extensive experience within the motor trade, and caring for vehicles up keep is our only aim. We stock a wide range of tyres to suit all budgets and offer a high level mai...

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Mobile mechanic serving St Helens, 24 years of experience

Here at KPL Auto services all aspects of work are carried out by myself to the highest standard. I have worked in the motor trade for 22 years since leaving school in 1998 and going straight into a mechanic...

229 Reviews

Garage serving St Helens, 24 years of experience

When I left school I wanted to fix cars so the natural path to go along was to go to college, and do my city and guilds. After this however my career took a slight change in direction and I went working for ...

145 Reviews

Garage serving St Helens, 10 years of experience

Hy there my name is Lucian and I'm the owner of IFIX SELFSERVICE GARAGE located in Stoke on Trent .In ours facilities you can find the best mechanics services with over ten years experience ! General mechan...

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Garage serving St Helens, 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...

49 Reviews

Garage serving St Helens, 13 years of experience

3 years learning roadside repairs 5 years across different garages 3 years self employed 1 year managing a garage 1 year specialising in dpfs and gpfs.

121 Reviews

Garage serving St Helens, 15 years of experience

I began my career with Whitegate Motors in Padiham where I completed my apprenticeship. Whitegate has been a large part of my life for 12 years before setting-up my own mobile mechanic business in 2018 tradi...

132 Reviews

Mobile mechanic serving St Helens, 16 years of experience

I did my apprenticeship with VW and stayed there for about 9 years. I moved on and went to BMW for a couple years before I decided I wanted to work for myself. I have been running my own mobile mechanic busi...

207 Reviews

Mobile mechanic in Blackburn, 30 years of experience

A Dixon Autos is a mobile vehicle maintenance and enhancement company owned and run by Tony Dixon. Tony has worked in the motor trade ever since leaving school, and in 30 years he’s amassed a broad range ...

Frequently asked questions about ignition coil change & replacements in St Helens

Read our answers to questions about ignition coil replacement costs, symptoms and more.

What does an ignition coil replacement in St Helens involve?

  • Mechanic will read the ECU for possible fault codes related to the ignition system.
  • Mechanic will inspect the ignition system and spark plugs.
  • If necessary, the mechanic will replace the ignition coil pack(s)
  • Mechanic will advise if any other parts need to be replaced.
  • Mechanic will check if the ignition system works correctly again and will test drive the car.

What are the symptoms of a bad ignition coil?

The main symptoms that can occur when there is a faulty ignition coil are;

  • When starting the car is problematic.
  • When the engine cuts out after starting.
  • When the engine does not run smoothly (the engine misfires).
  • When the car vibrates excessively.
  • When the 'Check Engine' light on the car's dashboard is on.

How long does it take to replace an ignition coil?

An ignition coil or coil pack replacement usually takes around 1 hour, but can take less or more time. Ultimately, the time that the job will take 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 ignition coil or coil pack an MOT failure?

Although an ignition coil check itself is not part of the MOT test, a faulty ignition coil may cause your vehicle to misfire when you accelerate and this can lead to an MOT failure (for example due to it causing an emissions issue).

What are the symptoms of a failing ignition coil?

The symptoms of a failing ignition coil can include:

  • Engine misfires
  • Vehicle may vibrate or experience juddering
  • Reduced fuel economy
  • Decrease in engine power

When should I replace my coils in my car?

There is no specific time period for when you need to replaced ignition coils, however, it's good practice to get them checked during an annual service and inspected for wear and tear every 50,000 miles or so.

Can St Helens garages offer home collection and delivery for ignition coil replacement?

Yes, many garages in St Helens are able to offer collection and delivery for an ignition coil 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 ignition coil replacement in St Helens.

Can St Helens mobile mechanics do ignition coil replacement at my home or office?

Yes, St Helens mobile mechanics can do an ignition coil 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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