Carbon cleaning at UK Motor Centre Ltd in Ilford

Carbon Cleaning Ilford

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Restore smooth running & cleaner emissions

Short trips, EGR operation and modern direct-injection engines can build carbon in the intake, throttle body and on valves. UK Motor Centre Ltd provides engine carbon cleaning in Ilford using non-invasive hydrogen intake cleaning plus targeted intake/EGR cleaning where needed. The goal: smoother idle, sharper response and reduced soot/opacity before your MOT.

Symptoms of carbon build-up

  • Rough idle, hesitation or flat spots
  • Loss of power & poorer fuel economy
  • Excess smoke/opacity or failed emissions
  • Sticking EGR/turbo vanes, intake clogging
  • Engine management light with air/fuel/flow codes

We always scan for codes, check fluids and vacuum/boost leaks before cleaning.

What we do

  • OBD diagnostics & visual inspection
  • Hydrogen/oxy-hydrogen intake clean (non-invasive)
  • Intake/EGR/throttle body cleaning where required
  • DPF assessment & on-car regeneration if applicable
  • Post-clean road test and live data check
Safe operating temps & parameters Fixed quotes

Carbon cleaning is not a fix for worn mechanical parts (e.g., injectors, pumps, timing, compression).

Local to you

Find us at 3 Loxford Ln, Ilford IG1 2PJ. We serve Ilford, Barking, Seven Kings, Gants Hill, Newbury Park, Goodmayes, Romford.

Carbon Cleaning FAQs

What is carbon cleaning?
A controlled process to remove carbon/soot deposits from the intake, throttle body, EGR and combustion path. We use non-invasive hydrogen/oxy-hydrogen intake cleaning and targeted chemical/intake cleaning where appropriate.
When is it useful?
Engines with rough idle, hesitation, poor MPG, excessive smoke, or emissions opacity issues can benefit. It’s not a cure for mechanical faults (e.g., worn injectors, boost leaks) but complements diagnosis and routine servicing.
Will it help my MOT emissions?
It can reduce soot/opacity on diesel and improve idle CO/HC on petrol when deposits are a factor. We also recommend fresh oil/filter and a proper hot run before the MOT.
How long does it take?
Typically 45–120 minutes depending on findings and whether intake/EGR components require removal and manual cleaning.
Is it safe?
Yes—performed to manufacturer-safe parameters. We do a pre-check for stored fault codes, coolant/oil levels and air leaks before we proceed.