14th April 2020
A car service can include multiple components, system checks and adjustments of your vehicle to ensure it’s in line with vehicle manufacturer specifications. Some of the most common areas of inspection during a car service include:
Here at Merityre Specialists, we offer three different types of car servicing.
So, which service do you need for your vehicle? Learn more about what is included in a car service in order to decide which is best for your car.
Find below a detailed list of what is included in a car service from your team here at Merityre Specialists.
| SERVICE CHECKLIST | BRONZE | SILVER | GOLD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Interior/Exterior Checks | |||
| Check bodywork condition | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Check condition of windscreen and mirrors | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Check operation of interior and exterior lights | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Check dash warning lights and note any illuminated | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Check operation and condition of all wipers and washers and top up screen wash if required | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Check horn operation | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Check seatbelts | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Check air conditioning operation | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Lubricate bonnet catch and door hinges | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Engine Bay | |||
| Check PAS system, including pipes and gaiters | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Check battery security and condition | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Check auxiliary belts | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Check anti-freeze level and strength | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Check brake fluid level and report | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Check clutch fluid level | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Check PAS fluid level | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Check cooling system including radiator and pipes, top up coolant if required | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Replace air filter (if required at extra cost) | ✔ | ||
| Replace coolant (if recommended by manufacturer, extra charge) | ✔ | ||
| Replace fuel filter (if required at extra cost) | ✔ | ||
| Replace pollen filter (if required at extra cost) | ✔ | ||
| Replace spark plugs (if required at extra cost) | ✔ | ||
| On Ramp | |||
| Check steering and suspension components | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Inspect exhaust system and mountings | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Check wheels and tyres including spare and all pressures | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Change oil and filter | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Visual check on brake pads and discs | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Wheels off full front and rear brake check including shoes, cylinders and drums | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Check brake system including pipes and calipers | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Check handbrake, lubricate and adjust if required | ✔ | ||
| Check clutch and adjust if required | ✔ | ||
| Check CV gaiters | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Check driveshaft/propshaft | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Check gearbox, differential and transfer box levels | ✔ | ||
| Check fuel lines | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Check wheel bearings | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| On Ground | |||
| Torque wheel nuts | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Road test vehicle | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Reset service light | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Stamp service book | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Check cambelt due date and report | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
For more information on what a car service involves, get in touch with a member of our expert team here at Merityre Specialists. Find your local Merityre branch, or book in for your car service online now.