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Services – Mobile Vehicle Diagnostics in Northwich & Cheshire


Full Vehicle Diagnostic Scan – Northwich & Cheshire

What this includes
A complete scan of all available vehicle modules using professional diagnostic tools on-site in Northwich and surrounding Cheshire areas.

What this helps with
• Identifies current and stored fault codes in engine, transmission, ABS, airbags, body control, and more
• Finds the cause of warning lights or electronic faults before costly repairs

What you’ll get
• Fault codes explained in plain English
• Guidance on likely causes
• Advice on what can be reset electronically vs. what requires repair

Important to know
Clearing codes does not fix underlying mechanical or electronic issues. I only clear faults after proper assessment.


Service & Oil Reset – Mobile in Northwich & Cheshire

What this includes
Resetting service, oil, and maintenance indicators at your home, workplace, or nearby location.

What this helps with
• Removes persistent service reminders or oil change warnings
• Confirms your vehicle’s maintenance system is updated correctly

What you’ll get
• Correct reset procedure for your vehicle
• Verification that the reset has completed successfully

Important to know
Some vehicles require specific driving conditions for a reset to take effect.


DPF Diagnostics & Regeneration Checks – Cheshire Area

What this includes
Live data checks of DPF soot load, ash load, exhaust temperatures, and regeneration status for vehicles across Northwich and Cheshire.

What this helps with
• Determines whether a DPF can regenerate or why it hasn’t
• Identifies sensor faults or conditions preventing regeneration

What you’ll get
• Clear explanation of DPF condition
• Advice on next steps
• Regeneration suitability check (if supported)

Important to know
I will not force a regeneration that risks engine or DPF damage.


Electronic Parking Brake Service Mode – Mobile Cheshire

What this includes
Placing the electronic parking brake into service mode to allow safe brake pad or disc replacement at your location.

What this helps with
• Prevents damage to the braking system during maintenance

What you’ll get
• Safe activation and exit of service mode
• Confirmation no related faults remain

Important to know
Not all vehicles allow manual EPB control via diagnostics.


Battery Registration & Reset – Northwich & Cheshire

What this includes
Registering a new battery with the vehicle’s system after replacement.

What this helps with
• Ensures correct charging and avoids warning lights or electrical issues

What you’ll get
• Battery reset or registration confirmation
• Verification that charging system operates correctly

Important to know
Incorrect battery registration can cause charging problems. I’ll explain limitations for your specific vehicle.


Jump Starting a Car – Mobile Service in Northwich & Cheshire

What this includes
Safe jump-starting of vehicles with a flat or discharged battery using correct procedures for modern vehicles with start-stop systems.

What this helps with
• Starts vehicles safely without damaging electronics
• Initial charging check once the vehicle is running

What you’ll get
• Proper jump-start procedure using safe methods for modern vehicles
• Guidance on whether the battery will recover or needs replacing

Important to know
Jump starting is not suitable if the battery is physically damaged or if there are known charging system faults. I’ll advise on the correct next step if necessary.


TPMS Sensor Supply, Programming & Relearn – Northwich & Cheshire

What this includes
• Supplying TPMS sensors
• Programming the sensors to your vehicle using a professional TPMS tool before they are fitted at a tyre centre
• Returning after sensors are fitted to complete the relearn and confirm proper operation

What this helps with
• Clears TPMS warning lights
• Ensures each sensor is correctly recognised by the vehicle
• Confirms proper communication between all sensors

What you’ll get
• On-site TPMS programming and post-fit relearn
• Verification all sensors are functioning correctly
• Guidance on maintaining correct tyre pressures
• Advice if sensors are faulty or incompatible

Important to know
Sensors must be physically fitted by a tyre centre. Programming must happen before tyres are inflated. Post-fit relearn ensures the system is fully operational.

This approach ensures your TPMS system works correctly the first time, avoiding repeated trips, warning lights, or unnecessary sensor replacement.


Steering Angle & Sensor Resets – Cheshire Mobile Service

What this includes
Resetting steering angle sensors after alignment, suspension, or battery work.

What this helps with
• Clears stability control and steering warnings

What you’ll get
• Correct calibration procedure
• Verification that the reset was successful

Important to know
Some vehicles require driving procedures to complete the reset.


Coding & Adaptations (Vehicle Dependent) – Northwich & Cheshire

What this includes
Basic coding, adaptations, and relearns supported by the vehicle and tools.

What this helps with
• Allows modules to relearn values after repair or replacement

What you’ll get
• Confirmation of supported functions
• Safe execution of procedures
• Explanation of outcomes

Important to know
Not all coding is available on every vehicle. Manufacturer-level coding may require dealer equipment.


Why choose DIY Diagnostic – Mobile in Northwich & Cheshire

I provide professional on-site diagnostics, programming, and resets across Northwich and the surrounding Cheshire area, saving you trips to garages and unnecessary downtime.

 

Service area

I’m based in Northwich, Cheshire and provide mobile diagnostics and vehicle support across Northwich and the surrounding Cheshire area.

Common areas covered include:
Northwich
Winsford
Middlewich
Hartford
Knutsford
Crewe

If you’re nearby and unsure whether I cover your area, just get in touch.

Book Your Mobile Diagnostic Service – Northwich & Cheshire

Booking a visit is quick and easy. You can:

• Call or text: 07899 625684
• Email: darren@diydiagnostic.com

• Use the contact form on this website

Please include your vehicle make, model, year, and a brief description of the issue, and I’ll confirm availability and provide a clear price before any work begins.

I provide mobile diagnostics, programming, and resets across Northwich and the surrounding Cheshire area, coming to your home, workplace, or other convenient location.