Vehicle Service and Maintenance
A safe pair of hands for all vehicles of all ages
At Advanced Motorcare we undertake all vehicle maintenance in accordance with the customer and vehicles requirements in mind. We follow a comprehensive service guide developed internally and overlay specific manufacturer and CBS requirements where applicable.
Although we aim to offer the same, high quality, service to all customer we also realise different vehicles at different stages in their life cycle require different levels of service to suit customer budgets.
Vehicle within Manufacturer Warranty
Vehicles still covered under manufacturer warranty must be serviced in accordance with the manufacturer service guides in order to maintain cover and vehicle reliability. This includes following the service interval requirements and condition based service advisories, using correct original parts and recommended / approved lubricants together with updating service records accurately.
| Your Goal: | Manufacturer level servicing, maintain warranty cover, independent prices |
| Our Approach: | Manufacturer Specified and CBS Servicing |
| Parts: | Genuine |
| Lubricants: | Manufacturer Approved Petronas Oils |
| Service Stamp: | Complete vehicle service records in accordance with manufacturer requirements. Update online service book where available and applicable. Maintain internal record of all services undertaken. |
Vehicle out of Manufacturer Warranty
Just because the manufacturer warranty has expired does not mean your vehicle needs any lesser maintenance. However there is more flexibility around the parts, lubricants and other anciliary items used, whilst still maintaining a high quality service. Service intervals for Interim, Main and Condition Based Servicing should be maintained.
| Your Goal: | Good, reliable servicing to dealer quality, on a realistic budget |
| Our Approach: | Our Service and CBS and Manufacturer Specialist Requirements |
| Parts: | Genuine or Equivalent to customer choice |
| Lubricants: | High Quality Petronas Oils |
| Service Stamp: | Complete vehicle service records in accordance with manufacturer requirements. Update online service book where available and applicable. Maintain internal record of all services undertaken. |
Older vehicle, no warranty
As vehicles age their parts begin to wear and the age may take it's toll. However following a comprehensive maintenance schedule will increase the overall lifetime of a vehicle with correct Interim and Main service requirements still observed. The choice of parts becomes wider with high quality third party suppliers and certified reconditioned components helping reduce maintenance costs.
| Your Goal: | Maintenance and service on a budget |
| Our Approach: | Maintenance Service and CBS and Manufacturer Specialist Intervals under advisement |
| Parts: | Genuine, third party, reconditioned to customer budget |
| Lubricants: | High Quality Petronas Oils |
| Service Stamp: | Complete vehicle service records. Update online service book where available and applicable. Maintain internal record of all services undertaken. |
Undertaking your Service
Once we understand the service requirements for your vehicle we complete all servicing following an internally developed service plan. This plan takes into account best practice for each type of service required (Oil, Interim and Main service) and overall manufacturer requirements. Alongside this guide we overlay any manufacturer specific requirements/guides and service advisories where applicable.
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EXTERIOR VEHICLE CHECK |
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Check windscreen for damage |
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Check washers and wiper blades |
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Check lighting and lenses/reverse lights |
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Lubricate door hinges and catches |
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Check bodywork for corrosion and damage |
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Check mirrors, condition & security |
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UNDER BONNET |
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Add engine flush if required |
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Check / Replace Air Filter |
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Check / Replace spark plugs |
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Replace pollen filter |
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Replace fuel filter (at recommended intervals) |
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Test brake fluid boil point………….Oc |
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Test antifreeze………………..% |
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Top up screen wash fluid (water + screen wash) |
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Top up fluids and levels (battery where applicable) |
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Check wiring components |
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Check condition and tension of drive belts |
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Check fuel lines |
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Check cooling system for leaks |
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Check vacuum pipes |
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Check brake and clutch hydraulics |
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Check engine breather systems |
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HALF RAISED VEHICLE |
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Check wheel bearings |
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Check suspension joints / bushes / mountings / gaitors |
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Check driveshaft and gaitors |
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Check shock absorbers and Coil Springs |
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Check flexible brake hoses |
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Remove front wheels |
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Remove all road wheels |
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Check front brake pads – visual………………..% Worn |
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Check rear brake pads – visual………………..% Worn |
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Check & adjust tyre pressures |
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Check tyre condition and tread depth & size |
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RAISE VEHICLE FULL HEIGHT |
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Drain engine oil and replace oil filter |
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Check gearbox oil – if possible |
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Check diff. Oil – if possible |
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Check engine / gearbox / diff. For oil leaks |
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Check brake and fuel lines |
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Check handbrake cables |
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Check under body for corrosion |
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LOWER VEHICLE |
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Refill engine oil |
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Check spare tyre for damage, depth and pressure |
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Refit road wheels and re-toque nuts / bolts |
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INSIDE VEHICLE CHECKS |
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Check seatbelt operations |
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Check operation of controls and switches |
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Check handbrake and foot brake for travel |
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Check heating and cooling system operation |
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Reset service / oil service indicator light |
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Carry out diagnostic test and read fault codes + clear |
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Check warning lamp indicators |
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Reset tyre pressure monitor system (where fitted) |
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SERVICE OPERATIONS AT MANUFACTURER SPECIFIED INTERVALS |
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Replace timing belt tensioners and rollers. Due at………. |
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Replace gearbox oil |
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Replace brake fluid |
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Replace anti-freeze |
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Air Conditioning Service & re-gas |
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FINAL CHECKS |
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Road test vehicle |
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Check heater operation |
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We operate a comprehensive oversight and monitoring programme within our workshop. Each vehicle is issued with a job sheet outlining the work scheduled and service required.
Each mechanic follows the guide reflected in our service plan, noting items not included that may need attention, items to note and other service related information.
On completion, each job sheet is checked and recorded to ensure the items have been completed, any observations that may require attention have been reported to the customer and any agreed further remedial action completed.
Completed work undergoes a secondary Quality Control check to ensure work is completed correctly and safety advice has been followed.
Within the workshop we operate a secondary checking approach to ensure quality and safety. Where certain precautions are required then a second person will check work has been completed adquately, this may include ensuring correct fitting or filling of items and lubricants, correct torque or tightness of bolts / nuts etc. has been observed.
