Oil in the Spark Plug Wells: How a Small Leak Melted a Spark Plug
A leaking valve cover gasket let oil fill the spark plug wells on this Renault Kangoo. The result was a misfire and a spark plug with its centre electrode completely melted away.
VW Amarok EGR Valve Blocked with Carbon: Symptoms and Fix
Years of carbon and soot had almost completely blocked this VW Amarok’s EGR valve, causing drivability problems. Here are the symptoms and why some diesels are more prone to it.
LandCruiser 70 Series V8 Turbo Replacement (With the Engine Out)
A V8 LandCruiser 70 Series came in with a failed turbo caused by a broken exhaust impeller blade. Rusted, damaged bolts meant the engine had to come out to replace it properly.
Rattling Dual Mass Flywheel and a Slipping Clutch
Another rattling dual mass flywheel and slipping clutch fixed. Here’s what a dual mass flywheel does, the signs it’s worn out, and why it’s replaced along with the clutch.
Mitsubishi Triton and Pajero Diesels: Don’t Skip the Timing Belt
A failed balance shaft belt on a Mitsubishi Triton nearly took the timing belt with it. Here’s why Triton and Pajero diesels need their belts replaced on time, never late.
Engine Oil Sludge: What 60,000 km Without a Service Does to an Engine
This Hyundai i30’s exhaust was smoking. It turned out the engine hadn’t been serviced for 60,000 km, and the oil had turned to sludge. The result was a new engine.
Common Car Problems Fixed by Mobile Mechanics
9 Common Car Problems Fixed by Mobile Mechanics When your vehicle starts acting up, it can be stressful—especially if you’re unsure whether to visit a repair shop or wait for assistance. Fortunately, mobile mechanics are equipped to handle a wide range of common car problems right at your location. Here’s a look at some of […]
Broken crankshaft TD42 Nissan Patrol | Gold Coast
Not what we expected to find today. This Nissan Patrol come in with a suspected clutch issue. When the pedal was depressed the clutch wouldn’t disengage properly and there was unsettling noises. We removed the gearbox to inspect the clutch. The clutch was worn but not the problem. The flywheel was moving in and out […]
Navara EGR valve Repair – Mobile Mechanic Gold Coast
Another EGR valve problem today, this time – Nissan D40 Navara EGR valve failure. We regularly see EGR issues with most modern diesel cars. EGR (Exhaust Gas Recirculation) is a system that directs controlled exhaust gas back into the intake to be re burnt in the engine. This is done a specific times to lower […]
Hiace engine rebuild – Certified Automotive
Today we have a 2000 Toyota Hiace van in for an engine rebuild. The van suffered from a major overheating when the radiator failed while driving on the freeway. The owners unknowingly kept driving the van until it stopped. Unfortunately this destroyed the engine. So now our mobile mechanics are set to task on an […]
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VW Amarok EGR Valve Blocked with Carbon: Symptoms and Fix 27 October 2026 -
VW DSG Mechatronic Replacement: Three Units in One Week 27 October 2026 -
LandCruiser 70 Series V8 Turbo Replacement (With the Engine Out) 27 October 2026 -
Jeep Grand Cherokee V6 Diesel: Two Common Faults Caught Early 27 October 2026