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F5 Engine Carbon & DPF Clean

5.0

346 Reviews

Opening Hours
Today - 09:00–17:00
  • Monday 09:00–17:00
  • Tuesday 09:00–17:00
  • Wednesday 09:00–17:00
  • Thursday 09:00–17:00
  • Friday 09:00–16:00
  • Saturday 09:00–12:00
  • Sunday - Closed

Organisations and Awards

AUGUST 2022
Apr 2020
OCTOBER 2018

About

The experts in diagnosing and restoring engine performance, economy and emissions for public, trade and commercial.

F5 Engine Carbon and DPF Clean (F5ECC) is IMI Certified, Which? Trusted Trader Approved and also a member of the Federation of Small Businesses.

We cover the East and West Midlands counties, plus Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, East Anglia and Lincolnshire up into Yorkshire.

A fully insured mobile service suitable for all combustion engines running petrol, diesel or LPG, no matter what age, engine size or mileage.

- Live Data Engine Diagnostics
- Engine Carbon Cleaning - Restore Power, Performance, Fuel Economy and Emissions.
- DPF Diagnosis and Cleaning - with the new liquids available this can now safely flush soot, oil and ash from your DPF. Ideal for blockages, but also for regular maintenance to keep the ash levels low.

N.B. reviews before 19/09/2024 relate to when F5 ECC was part of the ECC network.

What we do

  • Car repairs, servicing and MOTs

  • Engine repairs and servicing

    • Car engine tuning and diagnostic services
    • Engine Cleaning
    • Engine Detox
  • Vehicle inspection services

  • More Services

    • engine cleaning
    • carbon clean
    • engine decoke
    • dpf clean
    • diagnostic

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Adrian arrived earlier than expected and was very thorough with the explanations as to how the carbon clean worked. He was happy to field questions and explained his answers clearly. The work carried out was done in a professional manner and the results are very impressive, with a car that is much smoother to drive, much smoother through the gears and that runs much quieter. I would highly recommend Adrian and will be using his again when the time comes.
Richard, Leicestershire Posted on 29/06/2019 , work completed 29/06/2019
A Which? Trusted Traders staff member replied on behalf of the trader (on 08/07/2019)
Thanks for the review Richard - was a pleasure to meet you and help you with your Ford S-Max
2012 Mondeo clean.
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I booked Adrian after reading the excellent reviews. He came exactly at the time he said he would. I found him very knowledgeable and he talked me through the whole procedure. At the time my car was suffering from an undiagnosed vibration which he said probably wouldn't be cured by a clean. He was very upfront about this but I had the full clean anyway. After the vibration was sorted by the purchase of a new clutch it is only now I can feel the benifit, the car drives lovely and smooth and the fuel consumption has improved to, having started using V power diesel. This combination of the clean and top grade fuel is definitely worth paying for. Thanks Adrian.
Customer in Nottinghamshire Posted on 28/06/2019 , work completed 23/04/2019
A Which? Trusted Traders staff member replied on behalf of the trader (on 02/07/2019)
Thanks for the review Richard - that flywheel definitely needed changing. Great to hear you are getting nearly 100 miles more per tank after the clean and a change of fuel - glad to help you with your Mondeo.
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Engine Carbon Clean Full Diagnostics I had worried about my DPF filter and after diagnostic,no problems found. Everything is regenerating and works perfect. Very friendly guy with professional skills and advice. Car drives very smooth, now is better performance on START/STOP. Do not tested yet about my MPG ,but think fuel consumption is better now :) Highly Recommended! Thank you so much!
Customer in Leicestershire Posted on 27/06/2019 , work completed 26/06/2019
A Which? Trusted Traders staff member replied on behalf of the trader (on 27/06/2019)
Thanks for the review Andrej - pleasure to meet you and work on your CC R-Line. Will always advise where we can and always glad to help.
Recommended for piece of mind
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Although not having any major issues. Adrian checked over my vehicle and did the ECC. The car is driving much better and is a lot more quieter in idle the before. Would definitely recommend the services as Adrian is very knowledgeable and passionate about what he does. I would use again.
Customer in Leicester Posted on 25/06/2019 , work completed 24/06/2019
A Which? Trusted Traders staff member replied on behalf of the trader (on 25/06/2019)
Thanks for the review - was a pleasure to meet you and help you with your Audi A4
Adrian is a top bloke, provides a great service
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I initially had Adrian out to my BMW 320D for a dpf issue, I was enquiring about a dpf clean. Adrian came and thankfully he would rather try and diagnose the root cause of the problem before selling me a dpf clean that won’t rectify the main issue itself and would re occur within months. After a live diagnostic Adrian diagnosed 2 faulty thermostats and I had 3 glow plugs down. The car wouldn’t regen because of the issues with the above items. I got the parts and fixed the vehicle myself and noticed a huge improvement, and the car did a regen by itself, I had Adrian out again 6 days later to do an engine clean for me and double check the issues were resolved. He talked me through the whole process and I was fully informed what was happening throughout. after the clean I did a 45 minute test drive and I instantly noticed improved throttle response, and smoother power delivery, after my drive I can safely say my fuel economy is up and I’m very happy with the results, I’d recommend Adrian from ECC to anyone
Curtis, Nottinghamshire Posted on 17/06/2019 , work completed 17/06/2019
A Which? Trusted Traders staff member replied on behalf of the trader (on 18/06/2019)
Thanks for the detailed review Curtis - really appreciate it. Yes, our aim is always to help in the best way possible as in this case a DPF clean would have been a waste of your money (as it wasn't blocked). Most of the time correct diagnosis and replacement of faulty components is enough to resurrect a DPF issue if caught early enough. Once fixed and regenerated then an Engine Carbon Clean is normally sufficient to get the source of the dirt (engine) cleaned up Glad to help and will see you soon for the other vehicle.
Another excellent service
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Have had Adrian round to do both of my cars, the service is second to none, turns up on time explains what he’s going to do, gets on with it, doesn’t mind me asking lots of questions and most important of all... after he’s done the clean my car runs better than ever, increased mpg, increased response, just feels like a better drive, will definitely be using Engine Carbon Clean East Midlands - F5ECC again and would have no hesitation in recommending them to friends or family.
Customer in Leicestershire Posted on 16/06/2019 , work completed 01/02/2019
A Which? Trusted Traders staff member replied on behalf of the trader (on 31/07/2019)
Thanks for the review and recommendations - was great to see you and help you with your vehicles.
Fantastic job
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Absolutely brilliant job. Car running much more responsive and much quieter. Definitely recommend Engine Carbon Clean. Great guy, explained everything.
Carl Holmes Posted on 15/06/2019 , work completed 14/06/2019
A Which? Trusted Traders staff member replied on behalf of the trader (on 17/06/2019)
Thanks for the review Carl - great to meet you and glad to help you with your Audi
Wow what a difference!
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Not only quieter but smoother acceleration and no more drastic drop in revs and fear of stalling when braking. My old 1993 Isuzu Bighorn 3.1 UD Auto feels and sounds like new car. Even the ride fields better. Many thanks Andy. I'll be back with other cars.
Brian, Cambridgeshire Posted on 15/06/2019 , work completed 15/06/2019
A Which? Trusted Traders staff member replied on behalf of the trader (on 01/07/2019)
Thanks for the feedback Brian - great to meet you all and look forward to working on your other vehicles.
Another excellent Carbon Clean by Adrian.
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Had my 3rd car looked after by the very Professional Adrian. Its now standard practice for me when changing car! Every time Adrian has been more than helpful and professional in arranging a booking that suits my needs. This time round it was my recently purchased 320d, which sounded so very much like a tractor. After Adrian worked his magic, its now running smoothly and picking up well. I also gained a few MPG, even with my heavier right foot now its so much nicer to drive! Thanks Adrian, See you with my next car!
Customer in Nottinghamshire Posted on 06/06/2019 , work completed 30/05/2019
A Which? Trusted Traders staff member replied on behalf of the trader (on 06/06/2019)
Thanks for the review Joe - great to see you again and a pleasure helping you get your 320d running sweetly again.
A fantastic service from ECC
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Contacted Adrian on Wednesday (29 May), and he was working on my Mercedes C220 Coupe AMG sport today. The difference in the performance, acceleration and smoothness is just amazing. Adrian is a very nice chap who demonstrated and explained the cleaning system throughout the process and this allayed any concerns I'd previously had. Overall, great value with exceptional results. Highly recommend ECC.
Customer in Peterborough Posted on 30/05/2019 , work completed 30/05/2019
A Which? Trusted Traders staff member replied on behalf of the trader (on 31/05/2019)
Thanks for the review Paul - was a pleasure meeting you and helping you with your lovely Mercedes.