Linhó · Alcabideche · Cascais

CARLABEVCar diagnostics & auto electrics

We find the cause with real measurements. No replacing parts and hoping.

Services

What we do. And we do it properly.

EV traction battery diagnostics and testing

We measure each cell's voltage, internal resistance and the spread between modules, load-test the pack and calculate its real state of health (SOH) — for EVs and hybrids, NiMH and Li-ion. You get a written cell-by-cell report with measurements and recommendations.

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Computer diagnostics

We read every control unit in the car, not just the engine. Signals are measured with an oscilloscope and compared against the manufacturer's reference values. You get a report with codes, measurements and the list of what actually needs doing.

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Auto electrics

Parasitic drain, broken wiring, CAN bus faults, starting and charging. We repair at the level of the wire, the connector and the solder joint — no replacing a whole loom because of one corroded pin.

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Pre-purchase inspection

A 120-point check before you sign: electronic memory of the control units, mileage consistency, paint thickness across the whole body. You leave with photos, measurements and a clear verdict.

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Products for EV & hybrid

We stock anti-condensation agents, dielectric coolants and protection compounds for high-voltage contacts and connectors. We pick the right reference for your exact model, electric or hybrid. Collect at the workshop or have it applied on the spot.

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Hybrid & electric

Hybrid and traction battery diagnostics: what really sets its lifespan

Start with the battery types and how they behave. Japanese hybrids use two kinds of pack.

NiMHnickel–metal hydride

Reliable and tolerant of temperature swings. They lose capacity over time and need balancing.

Li-ionlithium-ion

Lighter and more efficient, but sensitive to overheating and deep discharge.

Three ways to check the state of a battery

  1. 01

    OBD2 diagnostics

    We read voltage, resistance and the spread between modules. A cell-to-cell spread above 0.3 V means the pack is worn.

  2. 02

    Road test under load

    Acceleration and regeneration show how quickly the battery gives and takes charge. A sharp drop and slow voltage recovery signal degradation.

  3. 03

    Mileage and usage history

    Frequent short trips and overheating speed up wear.

You get a cell-by-cell report — like the one above.

Why us

Numbers, not adjectives.

45min

Base diagnostics

All control units read, battery and charging tested, report handed to you.

12months

Written warranty

On labour and on the parts we supply.

6scanners

Equipment

Dealer-level multi-brand scanners and a 4-channel oscilloscope.

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Before approval

Nothing is dismantled or replaced until you approve the written quote.

How we work

From booking to handover.

  1. 01

    Booking

    Phone, WhatsApp or the form. We confirm the time and how long the car will be with us.

  2. 02

    Intake & diagnostics

    We listen to the fault history, connect the equipment and measure. 45 minutes for base diagnostics.

  3. 03

    Report & quote

    We show you what is wrong, with measurements and photos. You approve the quote before any work starts.

  4. 04

    Repair & handover

    We repair, measure again to confirm the fix, and hand the car back with the final report and the warranty.

Workshop

Work and bench.

Open a card to see the work in detail.

Wiring repair

02Wiring repair

We repair at wire and contact level, without replacing the whole loom.

  • Finding breaks and current leaks from the wiring diagram, not guesswork
  • Soldering and heat-shrink instead of twisted joints
  • Restoring connectors and oxidised contacts
Control unit reading

03Control unit reading

We scan every control unit in the vehicle, not just the engine.

  • Fault codes and freeze-frame data from all systems
  • Live sensor data at standstill and on the road
  • Doubtful signals verified on the oscilloscope against a reference
Battery and alternator test

04Battery and alternator test

We check starting and charging before the day the car will not start.

  • Real battery capacity and cranking current
  • Alternator voltage and ripple under load
  • Parasitic current draw when parked
Handover with report

05Handover with report

We return the car with a clear report: what we found, what we did and what comes next.

  • Fault codes before and after the work
  • Measurements and photographs of the problems found
  • What is urgent and what can wait
Pre-purchase body inspection

06Pre-purchase body inspection

Paint thickness readings across the whole body show what was painted and where it was hit.

  • Paint thickness on every body panel
  • Traces of repair, filler and panel replacement
  • Panel gaps and geometry

Reviews

What clients say.

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Contact

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Address
Linhó, R. da Tapada Nova n.º 9 B3, 2710-297 Alcabideche
Phone
+351 935 774 400
+351 927 350 372
E-mail
carlab.ev.360@gmail.com
Opening hours
Mon–Fri09:00–18:30
Sat–SunClosed

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