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Car repair price guides
What repairs cost in Vancouver in 2026, in plain language and built from published prices. Search by repair, part or problem.
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Brakes · 10 minute read
Brake Pad Replacement Cost in Vancouver: 2026 Price Guide
What brake pads and rotors cost in Metro Vancouver in 2026. Plus what moves the price, and how to check a quote before you pay.
Clutch & transmissions · 7 minute read
Clutch Replacement Cost in Vancouver: 2026 Price Guide
Published prices for a clutch replacement in British Columbia. Labour is most of the bill, and a dual mass flywheel adds to it.
Electrical · 8 minute read
Car Battery Replacement Cost in Vancouver: 2026 Price Guide
What a new car battery costs with installation. An AGM battery costs more, and some cars need the new battery registered.
Engine diagnostics · 8 minute read
Check Engine Light Diagnostic Cost in Vancouver: 2026 Price Guide
The nearest published diagnostic fees. A free code read is not a diagnosis, and a flashing light needs a shop right away.
Exhaust · 8 minute read
Muffler Replacement Cost in Vancouver: 2026 Price Guide
Published prices for a new muffler. Rust around it pushes the bill up, and the job can turn into a bigger exhaust repair.
Fuel · 8 minute read
Fuel Pump Replacement Cost in Vancouver: 2026 Price Guide
Published prices for a new fuel pump. Lowering the fuel tank adds labour, and there are cheaper faults to rule out first.
Maintenance · 8 minute read
Oil Change Cost in Vancouver: 2026 Price Guide
Average oil change prices in Vancouver, Surrey and Port Moody. Find out what a posted price covers and when synthetic oil is worth it.
Radiators & cooling · 8 minute read
Radiator Replacement Cost in Vancouver: 2026 Price Guide
Canadian price guides don’t agree on radiators. Find out what the usual extras add and why most leaking radiators get replaced.
Suspension & steering · 8 minute read
Strut Replacement Cost in Vancouver: 2026 Price Guide
Published prices for one strut and for a pair. A strut costs more than a shock, and most quotes add a wheel alignment.
Transfer case & differentials · 8 minute read
Differential Fluid Change Cost in Vancouver: 2026 Price Guide
The nearest published prices for a differential or transfer case fluid service. Find out how often it’s due and why AWD and 4WD cost more.
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