Vehicle Servicing and Repairs in Reading / Tilehurst
Our Servicing prices
Honest and Transparent Pricing for ALL makes of Vehicle
WHAT WE DO:
- Replace your oil filter and change the oil with the correct grade of oil to the level that’s required.
- Check if the brakes work to the correct standards
- Check steering components for any wear or movement
- Check if your gear box operates correctly
- Check if the horn is working
- Report if cabin filter needs replacing
- Check any dash/warning lights
- See if all exterior lights/bulbs work
- Check/adjust tyre pressures
- Top up screen wash and any other fluids
- Check for any leaks
- Visual inspection of brake discs and pads
- Check of tyre tread depths and wear
- Reset service light and stamp your service book
WHAT WE DO :
Driver visibility
- Check exterior lights(Check/report)
- Check window washers & wipers(Check/report)
- Check condition of the windscreen for cracks and chips(Check/report)
- Check condition of the number plates(Check/report)
- Check door, bonnet and lock operation(Check/report)
- Check mirrors(Check/report)
Interior
- Check horn(Check/report)
- Check seat belts(Check/report)
- Pollen filter(Renew)
- Check condition of the air conditioning(Check/report)
Braking System
- Check condition of front brake pads(Check/report)
- Check condition of front and rear brake discs(Check/report)
- Check condition of rear brake pads(Check/report)
- Vehicles with rear drum brakes: An additional charge will be made for drum removal and brake clean. (Check/report)
- Check brake pipes and hoses(Check/report)
- Check brake callipers(Check/report)
Engine bay operations
- Engine oil filter(Renew)
- Engine oil(Drain/refill)
- Check engine bay condition and oil leaks(Check/report)
- Check radiator and coolant hoses for leaks(Check/report)
- Visual coolant condition check and top up(Check/report)
- Visual brake fluid condition check and top up(Check/report)
- Check auxiliary belt(s)(Check/report)
- Check timing/cam belt(Check/report)
- Check condition of spark plugs (where fitted, additional charge if replacement required) (Check/report)
- Check washer fluid levels and top up as necessary(Check/top-up)
- Check power steering fluid levels and top up as necessary(Check/top-up)
- Check Ad Blue levels (additional charge if top up required) (Check/top-up)
- Check clutch fluid levels and top up as necessary(Check/top-up)
- Air filter(Renew)
Under Vehicle Inspection
- Check condition of wheel bearings(Check/report)
- Check drive shaft gaiters(Check/report)
- Check exhaust system & components(Check/report)
- Remove road wheels to inspect(Check/report)
Road test vehicle
- Check dashboard warning lights(Check/report)
- Check hand brake operation(Check/report)
- Check exhaust for smoke(Check/report)
- Check transmission and clutch operation, where fitted(Check/report)
Steering & Suspension
- Check steering rack & steering rack components(Check/report)
- Check road springs(Check/report)
- Check shock absorbers(Check/report)
Wheel and Tyre (Inc. spare)
- Check and adjust tyre pressures(Check/report)
- Check tyre condition and tread depths(Check/report)
WHAT WE DO:
Driver visibility
- Check the battery magic eye
- Check the routing of the battery leads; check for chafing
- Check the operation of the exterior lights
- Check the headlight alignment; adjust if necessary
- Check the airbag warning light
- Check the operation of the ignition key interlock
- Reset the service indicator
- Check the windscreen wipers and washing system
- Check the headlight washing system
- Check/lubricate the bonnet hinges and safety catch
- Check/lubricate the locks, hinges and catches
- Check the underbody protective coating for corrosion and damage
- Check the body for corrosion and damage
Interior
- Air conditioning: check the compressor
- Visually check the airbag units for external damage
Braking System
- Check the brake fluid level; top up if necessary
- Check the brake pad thickness
- Check the condition of the disc brakes
- Check/adjust the parking brake
- Check the brake lines, hoses and connections for leaks and damage
Engine bay operations
- Renew the engine oil
- Renew the oil filter
- Check for oil leaks
- Renew the air filter (Only changed if due every 40,000 miles/48 months)
- Check the condition of the ancillary drive belt; renew if necessary (additional cost)
- Renew the spark plugs (Only changed if due every 40,000 miles/48 months; LPG models; every 20,000 miles/24 months)
- Check the fuel lines, hoses and connections for leaks and damage
- Check the exhaust system
- Cooling system: check for leaks. Check the level and anti-freeze strength; correct if necessary
- Cooling system: check the condition of the hoses and connections
- Renew the LPG filter(s) (Only changed if due every 20,000 miles)
Under Vehicle Inspection
- Manual transmission: check for leaks
- Automatic transmission: check for leaks
- CV joint boots: check for damage and leaks
Steering & Suspension
- Check the tread depth and wear pattern on all the tyres, including the spare
- Check the tyre sealant can expiry date
- Suspension: check for damage and wear
- Level control: check the fluid level; top up if necessary
- Wheel and Tyre (Inc. spare)
- Check the steering assembly for damage, leaks and wear
- Steering ball joints: check for damage and play
- Check the power steering electro-hydraulic system
A car is made up of moving parts that become weak and malfunction as time goes on. Taking your car to the mechanic for regular inspection is known as car service. If you want to avoid your car breaking down then you need to service your car regularly.
Information regarding the recommended time for service can be found in the respective handbook of manufacturers. But it is recommended to have your service as follows:
• Interim service - After 6 months or 6,000 miles
• Full service - After 12 months or 12,000 miles
• Major service - After 24 months or 24,000 miles
We advise you to get a full car service every 12 months or 12,000 miles that your car has driven.
In addition to everything done during the interim service, a full service include the following additional checks
• Fuel filter replacement (for diesel cars)
• Air cleaner replacement
• Alternator hose and vacuum hose inspection
• Parking brake shoe inspection
• Remove and rotate road wheels
Our service takes a few hours to complete, but time variations may depend on the type of service you have booke
Of course yes! We have the best package for anyone who wants to combine their service and MOT. This plan is economical and saves time. Kindly reach out to us to know more about our combined service.
No – car service is not the same as MOT. MOT is a mandatory annual inspection of your vehicle to make sure it is roadworthy. Service on the other hand is not mandatory but is important as it helps detect wear and tear of the car as well as keep your car in the best performing condition.
As recommended, you need an interim service every 6 months or 6,000 of travel.
A typical interim service will include
- oil change
- oil filter replacement
- drive belt inspection.
Take note all our services include inspection of lights, brakes, steering, suspension and inspection of all fluid levels
After 24 months or 24,000 miles, having a major car service would be the best recommendation.
A full car service includes but is not limited to
• Brake fluid replacement
• Odour and allergy filter replacement
• Spark plug replacement
• Automatic transmission oil level inspection
• Car battery inspection
In addition to the above, a full car service includes everything in the full service.
At the moment, we do not provide a parking place thus it is best you bring your car in on the day you booked.