Discover solutions to common engine problems, troubleshooting guides, and expert advice to keep your vehicle running smoothly. From BMW to Toyota, we cover all major makes.
BMW fixed the N47's chain-snap epidemic with the B47 — but the EGR cooler fire-risk recall, DPF clogging and carbon build-up became the new headaches. Symptoms, SA repair costs, and when a used engine wins.
Engine replacement in SA costs R15,000-R85,000 all-in (engine + labour + ancillaries). Full 2026 breakdown by car type, plus new vs used vs overhaul comparison.
Used engine prices in SA range from R3,500 (small petrol) to R80,000+ (premium diesel/4x4). Full 2026 pricing breakdown by category, model, region & warranty terms.
VW Polo gearbox replacement costs R6,000–R12,000 fitted for a Polo Vivo manual (02T) and R15,000–R42,000 for a DQ200 7-speed DSG. Gearbox codes, SA prices, DQ200 failure modes, and a repair-vs-replace guide.
VW Golf DSG gearbox replacement costs R22,000–R65,000 fitted in South Africa depending on type. Manual Golf Mk4: R7,000–R22,000. DQ200/DQ250/DQ381 codes, OEM fluid specs, failure modes, and a repair-vs-replace guide.
Ford Mondeo MPS6 PowerShift replacement: R32,000–R60,000 fitted in SA. Transit MT82 manual: R16,000–R28,000. Ka iB5: from R5,500 all-in. Real prices, gearbox codes, failure modes, and a repair-vs-replace guide.
Ford Kuga gearbox replacement costs R12,000–R55,000 in South Africa depending on variant and repair type. Full pricing for Mk2 MPS6 PowerShift, 6F35 auto, and Mk3 8F40, plus Kuga-specific failure modes.
Ford Fiesta gearbox replacement costs R7,000–R14,000 for the IB5 5-speed manual and R26,000–R45,000 for the PowerShift DPS6. Full price breakdown, failure modes, and whether replacement is worth it.
How much does it cost to fix or replace a Ford PowerShift gearbox in South Africa? Real SA prices for the DPS6 (Focus, Fiesta, EcoSport) and MPS6 (Kuga, Mondeo) — clutch service, full swap, and when repair makes sense.
Ford Focus gearbox replacement costs R6,000–R18,000 for a manual and R18,000–R38,000 for the PowerShift DCT in South Africa. Full price breakdown by variant, known DPS6 problems, and how to save.
Ford Ranger automatic gearbox replacement costs R19,500–R37,000 for the 6R80 (3.2 TDCi) and R34,000–R55,000 for the 10R80 (2.0 BiTurbo). Real SA prices, gearbox codes, 6R80 failure modes, labour hours, and a worth-it calculator.
Nissan NP200 gearbox problems explained — the Renault JR5/JH3 manual, crunchy shifts, 5th-gear whine, soft-clutch cylinder faults, and what a used or recon NP200 gearbox costs in SA.
How much does manual gearbox replacement cost in South Africa? Budget used units from R5,500 fitted; heavy-duty bakkie installs reach R32,000+. Real SA prices by model, gearbox codes, labour hours, and a worth-it decision framework.
Real SA prices for reconditioned automatic gearboxes by make and model — from R4,500 for small autos to R35,000+ for premium ZF units. Includes recon vs used vs new comparison, ATF specs, and what to ask your reconditioner.
CVT gearbox replacement in South Africa costs R8,000–R45,000 fitted, depending on make and model. See Honda Jazz, Nissan Qashqai and Juke prices, gearbox codes, failure symptoms and what drives the cost.
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