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Service, Repairs & MOT

ECU repair in Wrexham

Book a local RAC Approved Garage that you can trust.

  • 12-months parts guarantee
  • Honest pricing
  • Exceptional customer service

Why choose the RAC for an ECU repair?

At the RAC, we've got over 125 years' experience helping UK drivers. We have the skills and knowledge to keep your vehicle running. We'll give you results you can rely on at a price you can afford.

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Book an ECU repair

The Engine Control Unit (ECU) is the brain of your vehicle and works to keep it running smoothly. If it's acting up, it can mean poor performance, increased fuel consumption, or trouble starting your car.

Any work done will meet the high standards set by the RAC.
We’re friendly, straightforward and jargon-free
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Book a diagnostic

A mechanic will check your car for faults and talk you through any repairs you might need. There are various ways to check for faults, which could include a physical examination or plugging in to check your car’s onboard engine management system.

We’ll look for any mechanical or electrical problems. If we need to, we’ll also check your car’s onboard engine management system. Depending on your car and issue, this will usually include: – Engine – Power steering – Brakes – Transmission – Exhaust system – Fuel injection system – Cooling system and air flow – Sensors

And it’s not just ECU repairs that we do in Wrexham

RAC Approved Garages offer MOTs and services. Our professional mechanics have the expertise and experience to make sure your vehicle is operating safely and efficiently – results you can rely on at a price you can afford.

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Try one of our RAC Approved Garages

R.B Automotive

We are a local garage carrying out vehicle servicing and repair. With over 40 years combined experience with all makes and models you can trust your vehicle is in safe hands.
R B Automotive, Chester Road West, Deeside, CH51SA

IN'n'OUT Autocentres Liverpool

At IN’n’OUT Autocentres we offer fixed prices MOTs and Servicing for any make and model of car with no hidden extras. We are proud to be a ‘Which? Trusted Trader’ so we are really a garage you can trust. We also have a 5 Star Trustpilot reviews rating. We provide OEM parts and 12 months warranty on all parts and servicing. We only use premium Castrol oils in all servicing. Our services are all completed ‘while-u-wait’ so you have never have the inconvenience of losing your car for the day. You can watch your car as it is being worked on through the viewing window or sit back and relax in our clean and comfortable customer lounges with FREE Wi-Fi and coffee and read the latest magazines. Check out our latest reviews and BOOK NOW!!
Speke Hall Road, Liverpool, L24 9HW

Durley Garage & MOT Centre Ltd.

Durley Garage and MOT Centre have been catering for all car and light vehicle repair services in the Wirral since 1992 and we have over 38 years of continuous experience in the trade. The team consists of 7 qualified members of staff, please see a brief detail of the staff below. Graham Malam - Director and TechnicianStarted the company up along with his business partner and has been in the trade since 1974. Graham covers the majority of areas in the business he is an accredited motor engineer and a qualified City and Guilds technician. Greg Maxwell - Director and Technician Started the company with Graham in 1992 and covers majority areas in the business. He is an accredited Motor Engineer and qualified City and Guilds technicianIan Malam - Senior TechnicianHas been with the company since 1992 and is qualified City and Guilds technician. Ian is a specialist in Ford vehicles. Chris Halsey - TechnicianHas been with us since school when he joined us as an apprentice and he is now fully qualified technician specialising in Major engine repairs and gearboxes. He has achieved NVQ Level 3 City and Guilds. Office Staff Neil Malam - Service Manager and Diagnostic Specialist Has been with us since 2002 and he controls all aspects of work load, reception queries and accounts. He is a computer diagnostic specialist. All of our technicians are main dealer trained and fully accredited.
3 Prenton Way, North Cheshire Trading Estate, Prenton, CH433DU

The Car Care Centre

The Car Care Centre has for nearly 40 years been building a wide and varied customer base founded on our commitment to you the customer. We pride ourselves in maintaining excellent quality, workmanship, customer service and a really great aftercare service. Our team of highly skilled personnel vary from MOT and Service Technicians to our time served Master Paint Technicians. All mechanical and body work is undertaken in house so this means that we really do class ourselves as a One Stop Shop. Established since 1971 the Car Care Centre is a member of the Good Garage Scheme who's aim is to provide customers with garages that they can trust to complete your car service competently.
44 Park Road, Dingle, Liverpool, L8 9RF

Just The Ticket MOTs & Repairs

Welcome to Just The Ticket MOTs & Repairs. We are a family run MOT, service and repair garage, based on Nat Lane Business Park, Winsford. Carrying out Class 4 MOTs on cars and small vans. Low cost garage services with high end customer service. We are unbiased and impartial at all times, with your best interests at heart. We are the best value for money garage for all your vehicle needs. Should you need it, we offer transparent & inclusive pricing for any repair works. MOTs - Servicing - MOT Repairs - Tyres - Tracking - BMW Mini Specialists
Unit 4, Nat Lane Business Park, Nat Lane, Winsford, CW73BS

Frequently asked questions on ECU repairs

Yes, a damaged ECU can often be repaired. Whether it can be depends on the amount of damage and how easy it is to find replacement parts.

It's usually best to leave ECU repairs to the experts. This is because as they require special tools and knowledge of car electronics.

Look out for a check engine light being on, the engine stalling or misfiring, poor fuel economy and difficulty starting the car.

It can take anywhere from a few hours to a couple of days. This depends on the issue and how available the parts are.

ECU repairs may be covered if the damage is caused by something that is insurable, like an accident. Talk to your insurance provider to find out more.

There is no set interval for ECU checks, but it’s a good idea to have it looked at, if you see symptoms.