Starter Motor Repair in Berkhamsted

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Is the motor dead or merely making a clicking sound? Or is it turning but not 'catching'? It's likely that your starter motor will require rapid repair or even replacement to get your car up and running again. If you’re stuck on the drive you can employ a mobile mechanic, or get the garage to take a look at your car battery too to see if that is responsible for halting the engine.

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Top garages for Starter Motor in Berkhamsted (68 found)
Protyre Hemel Hempstead
702 Jobs Completed
Hemel Hempstead
4.1 / 5

Kipling Motorist Centre Hemel Hempstead was relocated to its current site Unit 5, Maylands Avenue in 2008. The centre was officially opened in a grand opening ceremony by

RAC Mobile Mechanic - We Come to You. Servicing on your drive or at work - Watford
187 Jobs Completed
Watford
4.0 / 5

The RAC offers complete peace of mind for 12 million drivers. We’re best known for our breakdown service, and now - our new RAC Mobile Mechanics are here to make everyday

Protyre Chesham
75 Jobs Completed
Chesham
4.6 / 5

Protyre has a history going back over 50 years in the tyre industry and we pride ourselves on the level of service we provide to our customers. All our centres have comf

A&M Servicing
21 Job Completed
Chesham
4.0 / 5

We have a small, Independent business based in Chesham. We can service, repair and maintain your car, van ext.

Formula One Autocentres - Hemel Hempstead
382 Jobs Completed
Hemel Hempstead
2.5 / 5

Established in 1974, Formula One Autocentres set out with a mission to deliver a completely new fast-fit experience to its customers. This would feature clean, modern pre

Nash Mills MOT & Service Centre
139 Jobs Completed
Hemel Hempstead
3.8 / 5

At Nash Mills we are a young and progressive company located on the boundaries of Hemel Hempstead and further afield, such as in - St. Albans - Watford - Hatfield

The Motorwerks
61 Jobs Completed
Flaunden
4.6 / 5

"We are a Volkswagen, Audi, Seat & Skoda Specialist offering Diagnostics, OEM standard service & repair on everything from the VAG stable. Using genuine parts or

Imperial Auto Services Ltd
8 Jobs Completed
Kings Langley
4.5 / 5

We are an established local independent garage and are proud to be members of Autofirst Network – a nationwide network of independent garages operating to the Network’s 6

A5 Autobody
133 Jobs Completed
Dunstable
4.8 / 5

A5 Autobody

SJC Automotive
44 Jobs Completed
kings langley hemel hempstead
4.8 / 5

Here at SJC Automotive we offer servicing repairs and diagnostics without breaking the bank. We are main dealer trained and carry out work to the highest standards.We spe

Roy Chapman Limited
2 Job Completed
Tring
5.0 / 5

Main dealer quality at local garage prices. Here at Roy Chapman Limited we aim to provide you with an unrivaled experience when servicing your vehicle. Our service

Hardings, Hemel Hempstead
13 Job Completed
Hemel Hempstead
4.0 / 5

We are a Renault Specialist with the knowledge, specific tooling and diagnostic equipment to efficiently repair and maintain all Renault vehicles. Competitive service and

Mechanix2You
4 Jobs Completed
hemel hempstead
3.5 / 5

We are a mobile mechanic service, we come to you at there home or place of work to make it easy for our customers, we pride ourself on our professionalism and honesty. W

Latimer Garage Services Ltd
12 Jobs Completed
CHESHAM
5.0 / 5

An established local garage whose aim is to build good customer relationships. We know that you want to keep your car on the road without spending huge amounts of your h

A* Autos
9 Jobs Completed
HEMEL HEMPSTEAD
3.6 / 5

We operate a small mobile mechanic company based in hemel hempstead but with a 20 mile working radius. We specialise in vehicle servicing,repairs,diagnostics and electric

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Starter Motor Repair in Berkhamsted
Frequently asked questions
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What is a starter motor?

It is the component responsible for turning over or ‘cranking’ the engine to start the car. It is powered by the car battery, and battles both high friction and compression resistance to get your car up and running

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Where is the start motor located?

The starter motor can be found underneath the car on the driver’s side, it is just below the left cylinders.

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How long do starter motors last?

On average, a starter motor should function in your vehicle for 5 to 7 years. However, they can both die prematurely and last a lot longer than expected, often with no deciding factors.

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What are the signs of a bad starter motor?

To decipher whether your starter motor is faulty you can look out for these telltale signs:

●     A clicking noise when key turned on switched to start

●     Smoke coming from the car

●     The starter is soaked in oil

●     The engine just will not crank

●     A grinding noise when starting up

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How long does starter motor replacement take?

The process of removing a faulty starter motor and replacing it with a new one generally takes around 2 to 4 hours. The length is dependent on how easy it is to access and remove the part.

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What causes a starter to become faulty?

Occasionally it is simply age, as all starters will wear out overtime. Other causes include:

●     Incorrect connections

●     Faulty solenoid switches

●     Wiring issues

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Can you jump-start a bad starter?

No, jump starting a faulty starter will not spring it back to life as extra battery will not be enough to turn over the engine. Your starter needs to be functioning well to successfully crank the engine. 

Average rating for  Starter Motor in Berkhamsted bookings

5.00

1 reviews

How much does Starter Motor cost in Berkhamsted?

The cost of servicing, MOT and repairs differ across the country and Starter Motor is not any different. Labour rates will be higher or lower depending on where in the country you are. Take a look below at the average quote in Berkhamsted for Starter Motor on WhoCanFixMyCar.com for some of our top car makes.


Starter Motor Cost by Car Make in Berkhamsted
Car MakeAverage PriceGet Quotes
Vauxhall£390.14
Ford£342.95
Renault£444.64
Volkswagen£381.22
Peugeot£417.14

This table uses data from quotes provided on WhoCanFixMyCar.com between 29/12/2023 and 28/03/2024.

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