Repair stories
What went wrong
First-hand fault finding, symptoms and the decisions that led to a working repair.
Read the case study ↗A better way to repairSmall fixes.
Small fixes.
Big difference.
Some expensive problems have surprisingly small solutions. FixInstead shares repairs we've actually worked through, the lessons learnt, and the parts and tools that made a difference.
1stReal-world repair story
2Repair options available
Repair, don't replace.
Tried on an actual vehicle Clear, practical guidance No unnecessary parts
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A repair worth sharing.
It began with a leaking Audi rear washer. Years of water ingress and corrosion had left a fully repairable assembly looking like an expensive replacement job.
Featured case study
Audi Q8 rear washer leaking into the tailgate?
Green staining around the boot latch. A rear wiper that may stop parking properly. Water where it shouldn't be. Here's what happened during a real 2019 Audi Q8 repair, and the repair options now available for compatible Audi models.
Explore the repair ↗What you'll find
Useful knowledge, without the guesswork.
Practical kits
What you actually need
Repair options built around a real fix, with a guide that explains the job.
View the kits ↗More to come
Tips learnt the hard way
Small discoveries from everyday repairs, tools and maintenance. Added as they're tested.
Our approach ↗Two ways to tackle the same rear-washer leak.
Already have the tools? Choose the replacement seal and guide. Want the essentials together? Choose the repair kit.