What does the stop-start system do? In modern vehicles, stop-start systems (also known as idle-stop systems) are used to preserve fuel and reduce emissions while idling. When the car comes to a stop, the system automatically shuts off the engine until it is required...
What causes hybrid battery fault codes and problems? In hybrid vehicles, a high voltage battery is a key part of the vehicle’s operation. This battery charges via regenerative braking, allowing for a significant decrease in fuel consumption. In most hybrid cars,...
What does the flywheel do? The flywheel is a disc that is bolted to your vehicle’s crankshaft and it has several important jobs when it comes to the operation of your car. Its main job is to improve the power delivery of your engine by providing a continuous...
So, what’s a clutch cable actually do? If you’re behind the wheel of a manual, whether it’s an old Honda Accord, late 90s Subaru Legacy, or the odd Isuzu Bighorn, the clutch cable is the bit that connects your clutch pedal to the actual clutch down by the gearbox. So...
What’s a Random Misfire Code P0300? So, you’re driving down Peachgrove Road, and the car starts shuddering just as you’re heading for one of those big roundabouts near Claudelands. The check engine light flicks on. Could be a random misfire – what we call Code P0300...
Booked the ol' Fuga in for a service this week. I dropped it off early to take advantage of the free clean and asked if I could have it ready at 3 pm. The service went well and they...
pointed out things that would need attention in the future. I like the introduction of the vehicle service and repair log book. Which has all my previous services and fix ups recorded in it. And the Fuga was freshly
cleaned and ready at 3pm, like they said. Thanks Team
Cinn Thornton
The team at Grimmer Motors are very friendly and have awesome customer service. My car needed scan as flashing light on dash. The problem was identified , easy to ...understand explanation given and quote for fix provided. Thanks team.
Pip Six
Awesome service. They communicated really well with me about what was going on and then fixed a few extras on the same day I took my van in. A great place.
Lincoln Fernandes
Fast easy reliable and much cheaper compared to dealerships
Hamish O'neill
Great customer service, good communication and works done on time. Thanks Grimmers
Sarah Bowers
Love leaving our car(s) in the friendly and capable hands at Grimmer Motors. Everything from drop off, reception, communication and the work done is of a high standard... and much apprecaited. Another happy customer - thanks Grimmers.