Major Service
From checking seat belt operation to the exhaust system; brake pipes to suspension springs – our comprehensive Major Service gives you car some serious TLC. We’ll also replace the engine oil, oil filter, engine air filter, fuel filter (depending on vehicle not having a life long filter fitted), top up fluids and we’ll lubricate grease nipples.
WE’LL REPLACE
Engine oil
Oil filter
Engine air filter
Fuel filter where applicable
We’ll top up fluids and lubricate grease nipples (where needed)
Everything is checked from seat belt operation to the exhaust system.
MAJOR SERVICE WORK SCHEDULE:
ON LEVEL
No additional work will be carried out without prior approval
Check lights, side, reverse, no. plate, fog, brake, tail, indicators, headlights, repeaters, reactors, and hazards
Check number plate condition
Check fuel cap condition
Check horn operation
Check ABS warning light for correct operation
Check heater plug indicator (Diesel)
Check seat belts front and rear (inc. lap belt)
Check windscreen wiper blade condition
Check washer operation (front and rear)
Check shock absorbers (bounce test)
Check tyre wear and record measurements using a grove glove tyre scanner
Lubricate accessible door hinges<
UNDER THE BONNET
Renew air filter if required
Remove and check pollen filter condition (additional cost)
Replace pollen filter (additional cost)
Check and top-up brake fluid
Replace brake fluid every 2 years (additional cost)
Screen and headlight washer reservoir, check and top-up
Power steering reservoir. Top-up if required
Check cooling fan for operation (where applicable)
Check and top up antifreeze/coolant
Drain and replace coolant if due (additional cost)
Visual check of hoses & pipes for condition (where visible)
Check battery clean & grease terminals & check voltage
Replace external petrol fuel filter if required (additional cost)
Replace external diesel fuel filter if required (additional cost)
Visual inspection of drive belts (adjust where applicable)
Check timing/cam belt replacement (report if due)
Renew spark plugs (extra charge if required)
Lubricate bonnet latch and hinge
VEHICLE RAISED
Renew engine oil (synthetic & specialist oils at extra charge)
Replace oil filter
Run engine and check for engine and gear box oil leaks
Refit sump plug
Check wheel bearings for play and noise
Check steering components for wear, corrosion and leaks
Visually inspect brakes where visible
Remove wheels & inspect brake drums for condition & wear
Remove wheels & inspect brake pads for condition & wear
Remove wheels & inspect brake discs for condition & wear
Visually inspect brake system hydraulics for leaks & corrosion
Check brake servo operation
Check handbrake operation and adjust if needed
Inspect and report on exhaust system
Inspect front wheel cylinders/callipers for leaks and operation
Check and record tyre pressures for all 5 tyres
Check prop shaft/drive shaft, joints and gaiters for security and condition
Check suspension springs
Check shock absorbers
ROAD TEST
Check gear box operation
Check engine noise
Check clutch operation
Check for excessive exhaust smoke
Check steering operation
Carry out brake test using brake testing equipment
AFTER ROAD TEST
Recheck engine oil levels
Check wheel nut torque settings and adjust if needed
Stamp service book if available<
Full Service
Enjoy the convenience of a complete package. Our interim Full Service includes draining and replacing your oil, oil filter and the screen wash fluid – not to mention a thorough inspection of everything from shock absorbers to the exterior lights. And with a fixed price, you’ll know exactly where you stand.
WE’LL REPLACE
Engine oil
Oil filter
Screen wash fluid
Plus thorough inspection of everything from shock absorbers to the exterior lights.
We’ll never change anything without your say so.
SILVER SERVICE WORK SCHEDULE:
ON LEVEL
No additional work will be carried out without prior approval
Check lights, side, reverse, no. plate, fog, brake, tail, indicators, headlights, repeaters, reactors, and hazards
Check number plate condition
Check horn operation
Check windscreen wiper blade condition
Check washer operation (front and rear)
Check shock absorbers (bounce test)
Check tyre wear and record measurements using a grove glove tyre scanner
UNDER THE BONNET
Screen and headlight washer reservoir, check and top-up
Power steering reservoir. Top-up if required
Check and top up antifreeze/coolant
Visual check of hoses & pipes for condition (where visible)
Check battery clean & grease terminals & check voltage
Visual inspection of drive belts (adjust where applicable)
Check timing/cam belt replacement (report if due)
VEHICLE RAISED
Renew engine oil (synthetic & specialist oils at extra charge)
Replace oil filter
Run engine and check for engine and gear box oil leaks
Refit sump plug
Visually inspect brakes where visible
Remove wheels & inspect brake pads for condition & wear
Remove wheels & inspect brake discs for condition & wear
Visually inspect brake system hydraulics for leaks & corrosion
Inspect and report on exhaust system
Inspect front wheel cylinders/callipers for leaks and operation
Check and record tyre pressures for all 5 tyres
Check suspension springs
Check shock absorbers
ROAD TEST
Check gear box operation
Check engine noise
Check clutch operation
Check for excessive exhaust smoke
Check steering operation
Carry out brake test using brake testing equipment
AFTER ROAD TEST
Recheck engine oil levels
Check wheel nut torque settings and adjust if needed
Stamp service book if available
Interim Service
WHAT IS AN INTERIM CAR SERVICE?
It’s very important that your car has a regular oil service to maintain engine performance and life. Our intermin Service, consists of an oil and filter change, tyre check, visual brake check and light check.
Our interim service is recommended for high mileage drivers who want peace of mind between annual services or for those who frequently do short journeys in around town. Many new vehicles will alert you with the type of service that is due. We always recommend referring to your manufacturers handbook or calling one of our centres for guidance.
WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN INTERIM AND FULL SERVICE?
A full service is a more thorough inspection of your vehicle with a 53-point check that includes replacement air filters, pollen filters, external fuel filter and spark plugs (where required). We recommend a full service every 12 months or 12,000 miles however you should always refer to your manufacturers servicing schedules.
Take a look below for more details on what’s included in our Interim Service
OIL
Renew engine oil*
Replace oil filter
Run engine and check for leaks
ON LEVEL CHECKS
Check vehicle lights
Check vehicle registration plate condition
Horn Operation
Windscreen wiper blades checked
Washer Jets
Shock Absorbers
Tyre wear/condition
UNDER THE BONNET
Top-up washer fluid
Check and top-up power steering reservoir
Check coolant level and concentration %
Visual check of hoses and pipes
Battery check
Visual inspection of drive belts
Check timing/cam belt (Interval check only)
UNDER THE VEHICLE
Visual brake inspection
Inspect exhaust system
Tyre pressures checked and adjusted
Check suspension springs
Check shock absorbers
ROAD TEST
Check gearbox operation
Engine noises
Clutch
Exhausts operation
Steering
FINAL CHECKS
Recheck engine oil levels
Service book stamped
*Certain vehicles use specialist oils, if the manufacturer advises your car needs a premium oil we will advise before commencing any work if any additional costs are involved
**In rare cases certain car makes carry premium priced fuel filters. If this is applicable to your vehicle then we will always advise before commencing the work if there would be an additional cost for your vehicle
***Applies to standard spark plugs. If your vehicle carries long life spark plugs or similar we will advise if there are any additional costs before commencing any work