Drive safe this winter with a written 65 Point Vehicle Inspection Report!
Our 65 Point Vehicle Inspection is free with every service at Auto Care Ocean Grove in Ocean Grove. Our qualified mechanics will visually check over the important components of your vehicle and provide you with a written report on the condition of your vehicle. We can then help you understand any concerns which may need to be attended - so that you can drive safe this winter with Auto Care Ocean Grove and Repco Authorised Service.
While Northern half of Australia is enjoying their dry season up north, the southern half of the country is bracing for a wet winter.
This could mean there are completely different ways to get your car ready for winter - however, the essentials of safe winter motoring stay the same. So what steps can you take to make sure your car is set for safe winter motoring?
We've all experienced that moment where you turn on the wipers at the first spot of rain and remember that at the end of last season you should have replaced them! Wiper blades wear out over time, especially in the harsh Australian conditions. A good quality wiper blade like Trico is essential to help you see your way clear regardless of the weather. Auto Care Ocean Grove can recommend a wiper blade or assembly that is right for your car.
Fluids and other workings in your car can be affected by cold weather - especially coolants, oils and items such as glow plugs in diesel vehicles. Getting your car regularly serviced - especially by a professional technician who knows the best products and parts for your particular vehicle make and model. We use high-quality NGK glow plugs and Penrite oils and fluids that are designed for Australian conditions.
It's essential to drive to the road conditions If visibility is poor or the weather is wet - slow down and leave a larger than normal stopping distance between yourself and the vehicle in front. Drive on the safe side and book in today for a service or a 65 Point Vehicle Inspection Report.
Look out for the warning signs that your brakes need some work, for example - vibrating, spongy or slow responding brake pedal, strange sounds or difficult handling when applying pressure to your brakes. If your car is doing any of these, it's best to have a qualified professional check it out. Brake inspections form part of our 65 Point Vehicle Inspection - so if you have concerns, call us today and book in.
It's dangerous to drive on bald or incorrectly inflated tyres. Now is the time to check how worn your tyres are. If you spot uneven tyre wear, this could indicate that your shock absorbers or some other vital part of your steering and suspension systems are due for service or replacement. Find out more about the components that affect your tyre wear via the links below:
Driving on tyres that are incorrectly inflated won't only cost you money on additional fuel - it can also impact your stopping ability. You can usually find the manufacturer's recommendations on a panel inside the driver side door.
Auto Care Ocean Grove has a state of the art Safe-T-Stop machine that can accurately test for shocker and brake wear and tear and provide you with a detailed report on the state of your vehicles ability to stop in an emergency. Call us today to book in for a Safe-T-Stop test.
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