4WD Servicing

So why do they need servicing?

HANDY TIP: Turn your vehicle's air conditioner on for a few minutes every week or so, even in winter. This will lubricate the seals in the compressor and prolong its operational life.

If you are concerned about your vehicles A/C system

Click on the "Book Now" menu to your right and book an AC inspection

Servicing is all about preventative maintenance and the same applies to the car air conditioning system. When an air conditioning system is operating corrosive acids are produced. The receiver dryer is part of the system and is designed to collect these acids, along with moisture. It's a bit like a filter that is capable of removing moisture from the atmosphere.

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Clearly, there is something wrong,

Braking systems require attention from time to time and any unusual noise or feel should be treated with the utmost importance.

The moment you notice a fault or concern with your brakes "Book an inspection" before you need to rely on them.

Your safety and the safety of others is our prime concern

We inspect for:

• Fluid leaks
• Brake hose inspection
• Brake shoe/pad wear
• Brake drum/Rotor wear
• Condition of brake fluid
• Mechanical operation
• Hydraulic operation
• Hand brake operation

If your vehicle is fitted with Anti Lock Brakes (ABS) this system is also tested and reported on.

Customers are advised of repairs required and cost involved prior to the commencment of any work

Then with your approval we shall get the brakes operating correctly again, ensuring both your safety and the safety of the other motorists

NB: Rotors and Brake drums have a strict legal wear limit to ensure safe operation.

 Why do batteries fail in winter

Most of us have had that horrible feeling when the car battery suddenly decides to fail and all you hear is “click, click”, why does it seem more likely in winter?
1. As the temperature decreases so does the amount of available cranking power
2. Colder temperatures increase the thickness of the engine oil, making the engine harder to turn over

Slipping clutch, perhaps an adjustment will fix it

Most clutch's these days are self-adjusting and by the time it is slipping, the clutch usually requires replacement

Whilst it is true manufacturers are producing more vehicles with automatic transmissions today than manual transmissions, there are still many vehicles in the market place fitted with manual transmissions.

Clutch's for these vehicles have changed dramatically over the past few years to accomodate turbo systems and off road applications.

With this in mind it has become more important to choose the correct clutch for the expected operation of the vehicle. (For instance a 4WD vehicle regularly towing a heavy load will require a different clutch from a 4WD used mainly as a family run about.)

Our staff will advise you of the correct requirement when the clutch requires replacement or alternatively provide you with a range of options to suit your needs.

NB. Hydraulic clutch systems are usually self adjusting and require little maintenance or repair, cable clutch systems will require adjusting at your scheduled vehicle service, for information on

what is fitted to your vehicle please contact our service staff.

If your clutch is slipping or you simply need a mechanic near me to look at your vehicle, contact your local service centre by clicking on the "Book Now" tab in the top menu and we will give you a call to discuss the best options for you!