Ford EcoBoost wet belt replacement in Stevenage
One fixed price of £1,100 including VAT. Wet belt, oil pump belt, water pump, seals and an oil strainer clean, with Ford-spec oil and a 12-month parts and labour warranty. Drop it off, collect it the next day.
Online booking is open 24/7 and shows live availability, so it is the quickest way to get a slot. Not sure your Ford has a wet belt? Check yours here.
Unit 8, Chells Industrial Units, Stevenage SG2 0LQ | Mon to Fri 8am to 6pm
Complete package, fixed price
£1,100
Including VAT, all parts and labour
- Wet belt and oil pump drive belt
- Water pump
- Tensioner, cam cover and crank seals
- Oil strainer and solenoid cleaned
- Ford-spec 5W20 oil and new filter
- Coolant top-up and engine health check
- 12-month parts and labour warranty
How much is a Ford 1.0 EcoBoost wet belt replacement?
At TGPP-Autocare in Stevenage, a Ford 1.0 EcoBoost wet belt replacement is £1,100 including VAT, fixed. It covers the wet belt, oil pump drive belt, water pump, tensioner, seals, an oil strainer clean, Ford-spec 5W20 oil and filter, and a coolant top-up. The job takes about 8 hours and we keep the car overnight so the sealant can cure. It applies to the older 1.0 EcoBoost, with the turbo at the front of the engine. Ford changed to a timing chain in 2018 and 2019, so check yours first. Every job has a 12-month parts and labour warranty and 0% finance is available.
What you get for £1,100
One fixed price covers everything on the list. The add-ons are optional jobs we commonly see on EcoBoosts, priced up front, and we only suggest them if your car needs them.
Ford 1.0 EcoBoost wet belt package
£1,100
Including VAT. Wet belt engine only: Fiesta, Focus, EcoSport, B-Max, C-Max and more. Check the turbo position first.
- Wet belt replacement
- Oil pump drive belt replacement
- Water pump replacement
- Tensioner replacement
- Cam cover seal replacement
- Crankshaft pulley seal and bolt replacement
- Oil pick-up strainer clean
- Oil control solenoid removed, cleaned and refitted
- Ford-spec 5W20 oil and new filter
- Coolant top-up to the correct specification
- Full engine health inspection
Optional add-ons
Priced up front. Only worth doing if your car needs them.
The flexible section can crack on higher-mileage cars and cause noise.
A plastic housing that can crack on older engines. Easy to do while it is accessible.
Spacer fix for the common P0420 fault code.
An inexpensive part that can fail without much warning.
Clears residual debris from the oiling system before the fresh oil goes in.
Air and pollen filters and a check, done while the car is already in.
All filters and spark plugs, with a comprehensive check.
If the turbo shows wear, replacing it now saves a return visit.
Why every part is in the package
This is more than swapping a belt. We replace the parts that wear alongside it and clean the part that blocks when a belt breaks down, so the job lasts.
Both belts
The wet belt that drives the camshafts, and the oil pump drive belt, both replaced with OEM or OEM-equivalent parts.
Water pump
Replaced as standard while everything is apart, so you do not pay for the same labour twice later.
Tensioner, seals and bolt
New tensioner, cam cover seal, crankshaft pulley seal and pulley bolt. They see the same heat and oil as the belt.
Oil strainer clean
The oil pick-up strainer is cleaned to remove belt debris. This is the part that blocks and starves the engine of oil.
Oil control solenoid
Removed, cleaned and refitted, because it can also collect debris from the old belt.
Ford-spec oil and filter
Ford-recommended 5W20 oil and a new filter. The wrong oil is hard on the belt, so we use the right one.
Coolant top-up
Coolant topped up to the correct specification after the water pump is replaced.
Engine health check
With the engine open we look for other wear and leaks, and tell you what we find.
Comparing quotes? Check what is in them
Wet belt prices vary a lot, and a lower number often leaves things out. Before you book anywhere, check the quote includes:
- The wet belt and the oil pump drive belt
- A new water pump, tensioner, seals and pulley bolt
- The oil pick-up strainer cleaned
- The oil control solenoid cleaned
- Ford-spec 5W20 oil and a new filter
- A written warranty on the work
Ours includes every one, for £1,100. If another quote does not, ask why.
Book your wet belt replacement online
Our online booking is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and shows live availability, so you can pick the slot that suits you and get it confirmed straight away. Not sure your car has the wet belt engine? Check it further down this page, or send us your reg on WhatsApp first.
Why Ford owners choose TGPP-Autocare
TGPP-Autocare is run by Tom and Pat. The EcoBoost wet belt is the job we do most, so we know these engines inside out.
We do this all the time
More than 300 EcoBoost wet belts done. It is not an occasional job for us, it is what we are known for.
The whole job, not just the belt
Both belts, water pump, seals, strainer and solenoid cleaned, and the right oil. The parts that fail later are dealt with now.
One fixed price
£1,100 including VAT. Add-ons are priced up front, and we call you before anything extra is done.
12-month warranty
Parts and labour. If something we did is not right, bring it back and we put it right.
People travel for it
One customer travels from London for us, and says it is well worth the trip. You will find that in the reviews below.
Spread the cost at 0%
PaymentAssist, no minimum spend, over 3 to 9 months. Fix the engine now and pay at your pace.
What EcoBoost customers say
We have 140+ five-star Google reviews. Here are three from EcoBoost customers.
"Truly excellent, I am very happy with the wet cambelt change on my Ford Fiesta. Well priced and superb customer service. I travel from London to get it done and it's well worth the trip."
Roni
Google review
"My regular garage recommended I seek out an independent specialist. Excellent and friendly service from start to finish, very reasonably priced, much better than main dealer prices."
Robert Wilson
Google review
"Fiesta EcoBoost cam belt change, so glad I found these guys. Main dealer wanted £1,900! No problems at all, they showed me the belt they took out. Friendly, honest tradesmen."
Scottishrob91
Google review
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What happens if the wet belt fails
The belt runs in the engine oil. As it ages it breaks down and sheds small pieces of rubber into the oil. Those pieces collect at the oil pick-up strainer in the sump and can block it.
Oil starvation
A blocked strainer means the oil pump cannot pick up enough oil. The engine can be damaged very quickly, sometimes before a warning light has time to be noticed.
Timing failure
If the belt itself slips or snaps, the engine loses its timing. That can mean a wrecked engine and a bill that can run to thousands of pounds. Replacing the belt in time costs a fraction of that.
Ford originally described this as a life-of-the-car belt. In practice that has not proved realistic, which is why we recommend replacing it on age and mileage rather than waiting for a problem.
Warning signs
Many belts give no warning at all. If you notice any of these, get the car looked at as soon as you can.
Oil pressure warning light
Stop driving as soon as it is safe. A blocked strainer is a common cause. Do not carry on to see if it clears.
Rattling or knocking at the front
Especially on a cold start. Can point to belt or tensioner wear.
Misfires or rough running
If the belt starts to slip, the engine can hesitate, stumble or lose power.
Engine management light
Can flag a timing fault. Do not ignore a light that comes on with rough running.
Debris in the oil
A metallic sheen or black flecks on the dipstick or at a service mean the belt is breaking up.
No belt change on file
If the car is nearing 8 years old or 75,000 to 100,000 miles and the belt has never been done, it is time to plan it.
When should it be replaced?
We recommend planning the replacement by 8 years or 75,000 to 100,000 miles, whichever comes first. Heavy use of short journeys and stop-start driving is harder on the belt.
Under 8 years and 75,000 miles
Usually fine. Keep your oil changes on time with the correct oil.
8 to 10 years, or 75,000 to 100,000 miles
Plan the job. This is the window to book it in, before it becomes urgent.
Over 10 years or 100,000 miles
Overdue. The risk goes up every month. Get it checked and booked.
Buying a used EcoBoost? Check the turbo position and the service history first. If it is the wet belt engine and there is no record of the belt being done, allow for it in the price. Send us the reg and we will tell you which engine it has.
How the job works
It is a long job, about 8 hours of labour. Plan to drop the car off and collect it the next day.
Confirm the engine and book
Book online any time, or send us your reg first and we check it has the wet belt engine.
Drop the car off
Bring it to Unit 8, Chells Industrial Units, Stevenage. We take the keys and tell you when to expect a call.
We do the job
Belts, water pump, tensioner and seals replaced, strainer and solenoid cleaned, then fresh Ford-spec oil, a new filter and coolant.
The sealant cures overnight
We keep the car overnight so the sealant cures properly before the engine is started. Rushing this is how leaks start.
Test and health check
The engine is started, tested and checked over, and we tell you what we found.
Collect the next day
You pay on collection. The work carries a 12-month parts and labour warranty.
Spread the cost at 0%
With PaymentAssist you can pay for the wet belt over 3 to 9 months with no interest and no minimum spend. Ask us when you book.
Not sure if your EcoBoost has a wet belt?
Not all of them do. Ford changed the 1.0 EcoBoost from a wet belt to a timing chain for the camshaft drive between 2018 and 2019. The quickest check is to open the bonnet and look at where the turbo is.
Wet belt engine
Turbo at the front of the engine, facing the radiator, with a big heat shield. This is the one that needs the wet belt replacing.
Chain engine
Turbo at the back, facing the windscreen. The camshaft is driven by a timing chain, so there is no wet cam belt to replace.
Which Fords had the wet belt engine?
| Model | Wet belt years | Chain engine |
|---|---|---|
| Fiesta | 2012 to 2017 | 2018 on (all mild hybrids) |
| Focus | 2012 to 2018 | Mid-2018 on |
| EcoSport | 2014 to 2018 | 2018 on |
| B-Max | 2012 to 2017 | Never changed |
| C-Max and Grand C-Max | 2013 to 2018 | Never changed |
| Mondeo, Galaxy, S-Max | 2015 to 2018 | Never changed |
| Transit Connect and Courier | 2013 to 2018 | Later ones: check the turbo |
| Puma | None | All chain (2019 on) |
Use the turbo position as the final word. The changeover was gradual and some late cars were still built with the old engine. For example, we have seen a 2022 Fiesta with the old wet belt engine.
What about the newer chain engines? They have no wet cam belt, but they still use a small wet belt to drive the oil pump. Ford does not list it as a service item, so the best protection is regular oil changes with the correct oil. We understand Ford recalled some automatic versions over the oil pump belt, so it is worth checking your car at gov.uk/check-vehicle-recall.
EcoBoost wet belt questions
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£1,100 including VAT, fixed. It covers the wet belt, oil pump drive belt, water pump, tensioner, seals and pulley bolt, an oil strainer clean, Ford-spec 5W20 oil and filter, and a coolant top-up. 0% finance is available.
A timing belt that runs inside the engine, soaked in engine oil, instead of outside it. Ford used it on the older 1.0 EcoBoost to save space. Over time the oil breaks the rubber down and bits of belt can block the oil pick-up strainer.
Only the older engines. Open the bonnet and look at the turbo. If it is at the front, facing the radiator, it is the wet belt engine. If it is at the back, facing the windscreen, it is the chain engine. Send us your reg and we will confirm.
Not a wet cam belt. The Puma and all the 48V mild hybrids have the chain engine. They still have a small wet belt for the oil pump, which Ford does not list as a service item, so keep your oil changes up with the correct oil.
We recommend planning it by 8 years or 75,000 to 100,000 miles, whichever comes first. Do not wait for warning signs, because a failing belt can damage the engine before any light comes on.
About 8 hours of labour, and a seized bolt can add to that. We keep the car overnight so the sealant cures before the engine is started. You drop it off and collect it the next day.
The belt sheds rubber into the oil, which can block the oil strainer and starve the engine of oil. That can lead to oil pump failure, timing faults or engine seizure. An engine replacement can cost thousands of pounds.
The water pump, tensioner, seals and pulley bolt are all behind the same cover and see the same heat and oil as the belt. Replacing them while the engine is apart avoids paying for the same labour again later.
Yes. The work carries a 12-month parts and labour warranty.
Yes. We offer 0% finance through PaymentAssist with no minimum spend, over 3 to 9 months. Ask us when you book.
Yes. A full or major service can be added to the job (see the add-ons above), and if you book an MOT with a service the MOT is discounted. Ask us when you book.
Find us in Stevenage
TGPP-Autocare Ltd
Unit 8, Chells Industrial Units
Chells Way, Stevenage
Hertfordshire, SG2 0LQ
01438 232556 (phone and WhatsApp)
Opening hours
- Monday to Friday: 8:00am to 6:00pm
- Saturday: by appointment, please call
- Sunday: closed
