ERAL CHECKS |
Interim 6.000 Miles or 6 Month |
Full 12.000 Miles or 12 Month |
Major 24.000 Miles or 24 Month |
Check bodywork for damage and number plate condition. |
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Conduct road test of vehicle and report if necessary. |
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Check wipers and washers condition and operation (align jets and top up if required). |
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ELECTRICAL |
Check operation of external lights. |
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Carry out battery test and print result, lubricate connections. |
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Visual inspections of HT (high tension) leads. |
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Check headlamp alignment. |
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Check dashboard warning lights. |
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Check glow/heater plug warning lamp where fitted. |
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Check alternator output and check security. |
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Test starter motor cranking operation and security. |
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INTERNAL INSPECTION |
Lubricate door hinges and catches. |
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Replace pollen / cabin filter. |
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Check seatbelt operation. |
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Check air conditioning operation. (if applicable) |
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ENGINE |
Add Premium Engine Flush – perform engine running to clean oil system and drain oil. |
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Replace engine oil with fresh Premium Fully Synthetic Oil as per engine oil car specification of particular model/engine. |
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Replace oil filter. |
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Replace air filter. |
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Replace fuel filter (if external from tank) * |
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Check and advise on excessive oil leaks. |
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Check coolant level and top up if required. |
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Check radiator and hoses condition. |
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Check coolant cap seals. |
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Check cooling fan for operation where applicable. |
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Check for unusual engine noise. |
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Check condition and adjust auxiliary drive belts if required (excluding timing belt) |
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Replace spark plugs (petrol engines only)* |
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Check and record antifreeze strength and minimum temperature and top up coolant as required. |
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Drain out cooling system and replace coolant to correct specification. |
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Check condition and security of undertray. |
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BRAKES |
Check brake pads for wear or damage. |
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Check brake servo operation. |
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Visually check brake calipers / hoses / and cylinders. (security leaks and wear) |
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Check brake fluid boiling point. (top up if required) |
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Replace brake fluid and bleed system. |
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Check operation of handbrake. (adjust if required) |
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Check brake discs and drums for wear, cracks, corrosion and scoring or pitting (excluding internal drums). |
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STEERING – SUSPENSION |
Check power steering fluid.(top up if required) |
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Check visually condition road springs. |
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Check steering / suspension components for wear and corrosion. |
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Check steering rack gaiters, CV boot condition. |
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Check visually shock absorbers and mountings function. |
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Grease prop shaft and suspension joints (if applicable) |
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Check wheel bearings (noise/roughness and play) |
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Check gearbox mount (where possible) |
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Check sway bars, links, tie rods & bushes. |
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FUEL SYSTEM |
Check fuel lines for security / leaks / condition. |
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Check fuel flap function breathers and cap. |
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Check visually fuel tank straps and security. |
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DRIVE SYSTEM |
Check for correct clutch operation. |
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Check clutch fluid level (if applicable). |
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Check for correct gearbox operation. |
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Check drive shafts and gaiters security leaks. |
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Check gearbox fluid level and top up where applicable and not sealed. |
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Check for transmission oil leaks. |
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Grease prop/shaft if applicable. |
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Check and top up axle and/or transaxle oil if applicable. |
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Check clutch cable (if applicable). |
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EXHAUST |
Inspect exhaust system including catalyst if fitted for leaks and noise. |
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Visual check for exhaust smoke. |
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TYRES – WHEELS |
Remove road wheels. |
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Check tyre condition and tread depth including spare. |
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Check and adjust tyre pressures. |
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Check for uneven wear and report if Wheel Alignment / Tracking. |
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Run check through Aligner Machine if wheel alignment needed. |
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FINAL CHECKS |
Refit road wheels to manufacturers torque specification. |
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Check for timing belt (cambelt) replacement interval and report if replacement due according to a mileage or age |
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Perform computer diagnostic test and report accordingly. |
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Reset vehicle service light where applicable. |
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Stamp service book (According to which service has been performed). |
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Complimentary Mini Valet. |
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