How often should I service my Ford Transit?

It depends on the engine and year, and many Transits use a variable service reminder. As a rule, a van working every day should be serviced at least once a year or at the mileage Ford sets, whichever comes first. Give us your registration and we will check the right schedule for your van.

Can you MOT my Transit, even a 3.5-tonne one?

Yes. We test Class 4 vans up to 3,000kg design gross weight and Class 7 goods vehicles from 3,000kg to 3,500kg. That covers Connects and Customs as well as the bigger high-roof and long-wheelbase Transits. Vans above 3,500kg take a different test at a DVSA testing station.

My Transit judders when I pull away. What is it?

On a manual Transit this is often a worn clutch or dual-mass flywheel, especially if there is also a rattle at idle that goes when you press the pedal. It can also be an engine or gearbox mount. We check it properly before quoting, because replacing the clutch alone when the flywheel has failed means doing the job twice.

Why does my EcoBlue Transit say there is an AdBlue fault?

AdBlue warnings come from the tank, pump, heater, injector or the NOx sensors in the exhaust, not just a low level. Some faults start a countdown to a no-start, so do not leave it. We read the codes, test the system and tell you which part has actually failed before anything is replaced.

Will servicing with you affect my Ford warranty?

No. Under block exemption rules you can have a van serviced at an independent garage without losing the manufacturer warranty, as long as the work follows the schedule and uses parts and oils of the right specification. We record the work and stamp the service book.

Do you look after more than one van for a business?

Yes. We service and repair single vans for sole traders and small fleets for local businesses. Each van gets its own clear invoice listing the work done, which makes record keeping easier. Call us to talk through how many vans you run and what suits you.

Can you sort a DPF warning on my Transit?

Usually, yes. A DPF warning caught early can often be cleared with a forced regeneration once we have checked why it blocked. If the filter is too far gone it may need cleaning or replacing. Short runs, faulty sensors and EGR problems can all cause it, so we look at the cause as well as the filter.

How do I book my Transit in?

Call us on 0121 461 6097 or book online. Tell us your registration, what the van is doing and when you can spare it. We are on Cranford Street in Smethwick, open Monday to Friday 9am to 6pm, and handy for vans from West Bromwich, Oldbury and across Birmingham.

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Ford Transit Servicing & Repairs Smethwick

Transit servicing and repairs in Smethwick for people who need their van working. We find the fault, give you a clear price and get the Transit back on the road.

Why book with us

Ford Transit Servicing & Repairs Smethwick with clear advice.

The Transit is the van we see most on Cranford Street. Panel vans, Customs, Connects, tippers and Lutons all come through our workshop, from older Mk7s to the latest EcoBlue models. We service them, read warning lights, replace clutches and flywheels, and do brakes, suspension and steering. Whether you run one van for your own trade or several for a business in Smethwick, West Bromwich or Oldbury, we treat each one as a working tool.

Transits have a few well-known weak spots. The 2.2 TDCi can suffer injector trouble and dual-mass flywheel wear, especially on vans that carry weight in stop-start traffic. EcoBlue engines bring AdBlue systems that can throw warnings even with a full tank, and short local runs are hard on the diesel particulate filter. Knowing these patterns helps us reach the real cause quickly instead of guessing with parts.

We start with a proper look. We read the fault codes, check live data, listen to the van and test the obvious things first. Then we call you with a clear quote and tell you what needs doing now and what can wait. No work goes ahead without your say-so, so there are no surprises on the invoice when you come to collect.

A van off the road costs you money, so we keep things simple. Tell us what the van is doing and when you can spare it, and we will book a time that fits around your work. If a job turns into something bigger once we are into it, we stop and ring you before we go any further. Andrae has run ER Automotive in Smethwick for over ten years, and plenty of local trades have been with us for most of that.

We MOT Transits under both Class 4 and Class 7, so we can test everything from a Connect to a 3.5-tonne high-roof panel van. Book the MOT and service together and the van is only off the road once. To book your Transit in, or talk through a fault, call us on 0121 461 6097. We are open Monday to Friday, 9am to 6pm.

Every Transit generation

Mk7 and Mk8 panel vans, the Transit Custom, Connect and Courier, tippers and Lutons.

Class 4 and Class 7 MOTs

We can test Transits right up to 3,500kg, so heavier vans do not need to go elsewhere.

Clutch and flywheel work

Worn clutches and dual-mass flywheels replaced on TDCi and EcoBlue vans.

Fault finding first

We read the codes and test before we quote, so you only pay for what is needed.

Fleet vans welcome

We look after single vans and small business fleets, with a clear invoice for each job.

Plain answers

We tell you what is urgent, what can wait and what it will cost before we start.

Common Ford models

Known faults we fix on Fords

The problems we see most on these models, and what you will notice first.

Ford Transit Custom (2012–2023)

2012–2023, 2.2 TDCi, 2.0 EcoBlue (from 2016)

Injector faults on the 2.2 TDCiLumpy idle, smoke on start-up, hard starting and a drop in power, often with the engine light on.
Clutch and dual-mass flywheel wearJudder when pulling away loaded, a rattle at tickover that goes when the clutch is pressed, and a clutch that bites high.
AdBlue warnings on EcoBlue vansAn AdBlue fault message and a countdown of starts left, sometimes with the tank full.

Ford Transit Mk7 (2006–2014)

2006–2014, 2.2 TDCi, 2.4 TDCi

Clutch and flywheel failureSlipping under load, judder from a standstill and knocking at idle, worst on vans that tow or carry weight.
Injector problemsRough running, smoke, a diesel smell in the cab and poor pulling on hills.

Ford Transit Mk8 (2014 on)

2014 onwards, 2.2 TDCi, 2.0 EcoBlue (from 2016)

DPF and EGR blockageA DPF warning, limp mode and flat performance, most often on vans that only do short runs.
AdBlue system faultsAdBlue warnings and a limited number of restarts left before the van will not start.

Ford Transit Connect (2013–2022)

2013–2022, 1.5 TDCi, 1.6 TDCi, 1.0 EcoBoost

DPF blocking up on dieselsDPF light, sluggish pulling and the fan running on after the engine is switched off.
Wet timing belt wear on the 1.0 EcoBoostAn oil pressure warning that flickers when pulling away, then rattles and loss of power.

Ford Transit Servicing & Repairs Smethwick

What we do on Ford Transit vans

Clear expectations, no surprises. If anything extra is needed, we explain it first.

Interim and full services with oil and filters to the correct Ford specification.
Fault code reading on engine, AdBlue, DPF and ABS warning lights.
Clutch and dual-mass flywheel replacement.
Injector testing and diagnosis on TDCi engines.
DPF and EGR checks, cleaning and replacement where needed.
Brake pads, discs, calipers and handbrake work.
Suspension, steering, wheel bearing and tyre checks.
Timing belt and wet belt replacement where your engine has one.
Class 4 and Class 7 MOT testing for Transits up to 3,500kg.
A clear quote and a phone call before any extra work is done.

Ford Transit Servicing & Repairs Smethwick

Common questions

How often should I service my Ford Transit?: It depends on the engine and year, and many Transits use a variable service reminder. As a rule, a van working every day should be serviced at least once a year or at the mileage Ford sets, whichever comes first. Give us your registration and we will check the right schedule for your van.
Can you MOT my Transit, even a 3.5-tonne one?: Yes. We test Class 4 vans up to 3,000kg design gross weight and Class 7 goods vehicles from 3,000kg to 3,500kg. That covers Connects and Customs as well as the bigger high-roof and long-wheelbase Transits. Vans above 3,500kg take a different test at a DVSA testing station.
My Transit judders when I pull away. What is it?: On a manual Transit this is often a worn clutch or dual-mass flywheel, especially if there is also a rattle at idle that goes when you press the pedal. It can also be an engine or gearbox mount. We check it properly before quoting, because replacing the clutch alone when the flywheel has failed means doing the job twice.
Why does my EcoBlue Transit say there is an AdBlue fault?: AdBlue warnings come from the tank, pump, heater, injector or the NOx sensors in the exhaust, not just a low level. Some faults start a countdown to a no-start, so do not leave it. We read the codes, test the system and tell you which part has actually failed before anything is replaced.
Will servicing with you affect my Ford warranty?: No. Under block exemption rules you can have a van serviced at an independent garage without losing the manufacturer warranty, as long as the work follows the schedule and uses parts and oils of the right specification. We record the work and stamp the service book.
Do you look after more than one van for a business?: Yes. We service and repair single vans for sole traders and small fleets for local businesses. Each van gets its own clear invoice listing the work done, which makes record keeping easier. Call us to talk through how many vans you run and what suits you.
Can you sort a DPF warning on my Transit?: Usually, yes. A DPF warning caught early can often be cleared with a forced regeneration once we have checked why it blocked. If the filter is too far gone it may need cleaning or replacing. Short runs, faulty sensors and EGR problems can all cause it, so we look at the cause as well as the filter.
How do I book my Transit in?: Call us on 0121 461 6097 or book online. Tell us your registration, what the van is doing and when you can spare it. We are on Cranford Street in Smethwick, open Monday to Friday 9am to 6pm, and handy for vans from West Bromwich, Oldbury and across Birmingham.

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