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Lancaster is in the county of Lancashire, where 6.58 billion vehicle miles were travelled in 2021. The M6 motorway passes east of the town, while the A6 runs south to Manchester and north to Carlisle. Bus services are operated by Stagecoach, with local and more distant routes to places like Kendal and Blackpool. Lancaster railway station is on the West Coast Main Line. According to the 2022 Road Rage Index, it has some of the angriest drivers in the country.

Driving in cities like Lancaster puts extra strain on your car due to long periods of idling and frequent stopping and starting in traffic. The parts most at risk are the brakes, cooling system and transmission. Manoeuvring into tight parking spaces and navigating busy roads can result in scuffed alloys and dented or scraped bodywork while driving over potholes can throw out your suspension. FixMyCar can help you find affordable repairs and maintenance in Lancaster for all these crucial components.

ECU stands for engine control unit, sometimes referred to as the engine control module (ECM). This component ensures your car's engine runs smoothly by, for example, determining the amount of fuel that goes into the cylinders. You can find out more about how it works here.

Signs of a faulty ECU include misfires, the check engine light, starting problems, and engine surges or lags. ECU testing and repairs can help you work out the cause of the problem, such as faulty wiring or a bad sensor.

ECU testing uses a diagnostic tool known as an OBD scanner, which extracts information from the car's computer and allows the technician to check fault codes.

Can an ECU be repaired? Most of the time, the answer is yes; the ECU can be reprogrammed or repaired. The same applies to water damaged ECUs, as long as the damage is minimal. Some technicians may offer mobile ECU repairs at a location that's convenient for you.