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An important reason for regular servicing

There are many reasons why regular servicing of your vehicle by professional mechanic is so important. Here is just one example of why.

A customer was stranded on the side of the road when a fan belt broke and struck the fan. During our servicing we also perform a 65 Point Vehicle Inspection Report which would almost certainly have picked up that the belt was brittle and the faulty item could have been replaced in due time, without causing any preventable damage and further money being spent. Not to mention the inconvenience of an unscheduled stop on the side of the road.

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Car Servicing FAQs

Our customers regularly ask these questions.

Do you check my brakes?

Yes. If your brakes are at their worn limit or close to, we give you the option of changing the pads and machining the rotors while the car is with us for it's service. Otherwise we can give you a rough timeline of how long you might have before they require changing.

How often should I change my fuel filter?

We recommend every 30,000km or every third service

How often should I change my cabin air filter?

Usually once a year. We inspect this with every service. We will clean it if possible ie remove leaves, minor debris or we will recommend changing it if it is clogged or damaged. It's important to keep the air inside your car fresh.

What brand of oil do you use?

Penrite, always, we trust this brand for all vehicles. If a customer specifies a genuine oil we can source this.

Can you fill in my log book?

Absolutely. We ask that you leave the log book on the passenger seat for easy access.

Will you check my battery?

Most definitely. We will test your battery at every service and advise you if it is on it's way out.

I have an engine light on. Is that part of my service?

No, it is not part of your service. We can definitely look at the engine light but that is a diagnostic service and requires time to diagnose the issue separately. Once we have identified the issue we will provide a quote for repair. In many cases we can address the issue at the same time while you car is in for a service. In other cases we may need to wait for a part or undertake a major repair over a few days. We will always discuss this with you and plan for the work to be done.

What is included in a service?

Oil and oil filter change including a 65 point safety check which can identify any potential issues in the future.

What happens when you find an issue during my service?

If there are any issues identified during the service, we provide you with a report and quote as quickly as possible. No work is completed unless authorised by you.

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