If you own a vehicle, you will know how important it is to carry out regular maintenance checks to ensure your vehicle is working properly.
Without proper maintenance, your car will be more likely to be prone to more serious problems, which in the long run could cost you more.
By carrying out routine maintenance checks, it will reduce the risks of serious problems occurring as well as improving the driving performance of your vehicle. Many owners fail to carry out regular checks which can not only damage your car, can cause serious risk to you and other drivers.
We explain why servicing your car regularly is vital.
Interim service
There are two types of services on a vehicle and an interim service is usually carried out every 6 months or around the 6,000 mile mark.
This type of service will check 35 main points in your vehicle, which include engine oil, oil filter, tyre pressure clutch fluid, brake fluid and windscreen washer, to name a few. Here at Bodymek, we will also perform checks on other parts of the vehicle and if these parts need changing, we will contact you to discuss before any work is carried out to ensure you are aware of the additional work and the costs involved.
Full service
The other type of service is called a full service. We recommend that you have a full service every 12 months or around the 12,000 mark.
A full service checks 61 main points of your vehicle which include all the points in an interim service as well as some additional checks, top ups and changes including coolant, air filters, gearbox fluid and battery units.
As always, if there is anything we see that needs replacing, we will contact you first to discuss.
Safety
The main reason for getting your car serviced is to ensure it is safe to drive. Ensuring that your car is topped up with oil, your tyres are the correct tread and that the brakes are functioning properly is vital for keeping a safe vehicle on the roads.
By having a regular check by one of our trained mechanics, you are ensuring that your car is road worthy and safe to drive.
If you were to have an accident and your car is found to not be road worthy, it may invalidate your insurance.
Lowers costs
If problems are diagnosed and rectified on time, it can save you a lot of time and money.
By getting your car serviced regularly, you won’t be running it into the ground like some motorists do.
Running your vehicle low on fuel, no air in your tyres or no coolant, are not only dangerous but can cause other issues within the vehicle which can increase the amount of money you spend on your vehicle over time.
If your vehicle is in need of a service, why not contact us today to book your car in with one of our specialists. You can contact us on 01604 589179 between 8am and 6pm Monday to Friday or 8am and 4pm on Saturday to book an appointment.
