Car Servicing
Reliable servicing for your car in Hamilton
We recommend that you have your vehicle serviced every 10,000 km or once per year to keep it in running correctly and to prevent future problems.
At Grimmer Motors we offer 3 levels of servicing to suit your needs, with our recommendations for each based on how long you intend to keep your vehicle (as below)
Our Servicing Packages
Standard Service
Premium Service
Hybrid Service
EV Service
Standard Service
For specific service pricing for your vehicle, please send us a message through the Contact Us form- Remove and replace engine oil
- Replace engine oil filter
- Check brake fluid levels, fill if necessary
- Check clutch fluid levels, fill if necessary
- Check power steering fluid levels, topping up if needed.
- Check and top up gearbox/auto transmission fluid level
- Check differential fluid level, topping up if needed.
- Top up windscreen wiper fluid, testing spray pattern
- Check antifreeze condition, refilling radiator if necessary.
- Perform a visual inspection of the cooling system including radiator, radiator cap and hoses
- Visually inspect the air filter
- Check the condition and tread depth of tyres, (including spare)
- Check and adjust the pressure of tyres (including spare)
- Check wiper blades and assess their performance
- Check windscreen for any noticeable damage
- Clean windscreen
- Check indicator lights, brake lights, reverse lights and number plate lights
- Reset service light/service interval where applicable (subject to data and tooling availability)
- Lubricate door hinges
- Check tension and condition of all belts (excluding the cambelt)
- Search for the last replacement date/mileage of the cambelt (if applicable)
- Check boot latch and catch for any rust damage
- Check bonnet latch and catch for any rust damage
- Check drivers door opens and closes correctly
- Test horn
- Road test the vehicle up to 50km/hr
- Test battery condition, examine terminals and battery connections
- Check battery security and top up battery fluid (non-sealed units only)
Premium Service
For specific service pricing for your vehicle, please send us a message through the Contact Us form- Remove and replace engine oil
- Replace engine oil filter
- Check brake fluid levels, fill if necessary
- Check clutch fluid levels, fill if necessary
- Check power steering fluid levels, topping up if needed.
- Check and top up gearbox/auto transmission fluid level
- Check differential fluid level, topping up if needed.
- Top up windscreen wiper fluid, testing spray pattern
- Check antifreeze condition, refilling radiator if necessary.
- Perform a visual inspection of the cooling system including radiator, radiator cap and hoses
- Visually inspect the air filter
- Check the condition and tread depth of tyres, (including spare)
- Check and adjust the pressure of tyres (including spare)
- Check wiper blades and assess their performance
- Check windscreen for any noticeable damage
- Clean windscreen
- Check indicator lights, brake lights, reverse lights and number plate lights
- Reset service light/service interval where applicable (subject to data and tooling availability)
- Lubricate door hinges
- Check tension and condition of all belts (excluding the cambelt)
- Search for the last replacement date/mileage of the cambelt (if applicable)
- Visually inspect spark plugs, giving advice on their condition
- Check bonnet latch and catch for any rust damage
- Check drivers door opens and closes correctly
- Test horn
- Road test the vehicle up to 50km/hr
- Test battery condition, examine terminals and battery connections
- Check battery security and top up battery fluid (non-sealed units only)
- Inspect the exhaust system and mounts
- Visually inspect engine/transmission mounts
- Visually check turbo oil feed pipes for any leaks (if applicable)
- Visually check fuel filter (if reachable)
- Check the cabin air filter
- Check that all seat belts work correctly
- Check the electrical charging system
- Visually inspect high tension leads and components
- Visually inspect the steering rack
- Visually inspect the CV joints/boots
- Examine steering components for wear and damage
- Visually examine the suspension system for leaks, wear or corrosion
- Remove wheels and visually inspect brake pads and discs
- While wheels are removed, visually inspect the brake linings/wheel cylinders/drums for wear and damage
- Rotate tyres (if required)
- Check wheel bearings for any excessive noise
- Check handbrake/footbrake and adjust if needed
- Visually inspect spark plugs, giving advice on their condition
- Check air conditioning system
Hybrid Service
- Remove and replace engine oil
- Replace engine oil filter
- Cleaning the hybrid cooling system battery vents and filters
- Checking the condition and level of the hybrid inverter cooling fluid
- Check brake fluid levels, fill if necessary
- Check clutch fluid levels, fill if necessary
- Check power steering fluid levels, topping up if needed.
- Check and top up gearbox/auto transmission fluid level
- Check differential fluid level, topping up if needed.
- Top up windscreen wiper fluid, testing spray pattern
- Check antifreeze condition, refilling radiator if necessary.
- Perform a visual inspection of the cooling system including radiator, radiator cap and hoses
- Visually inspect the air filter
- Check the condition and tread depth of tyres, (including spare)
- Check and adjust the pressure of tyres (including spare)
- Check wiper blades and assess their performance
- Check windscreen for any noticeable damage
- Clean windscreen
- Check indicator lights, brake lights, reverse lights and number plate lights
- Reset service light/service interval where applicable (subject to data and tooling availability)
- Lubricate door hinges
- Check tension and condition of all belts (excluding the cambelt)
- Search for the last replacement date/mileage of the cambelt (if applicable)
- Check boot latch and catch for any rust damage
- Check bonnet latch and catch for any rust damage
- Check drivers door opens and closes correctly
- Test horn
- Road test the vehicle up to 50km/hr
- Test battery condition, examine terminals and battery connections
- Check battery security and top up battery fluid (non-sealed units only)
Electric Vehicle Service
- Check dash warning lights
- Conduct system health check - diagnostics fault code scan
- Check foot brake and parking brake
- Check exterior lights
- Check washers and wipers
- Check horn
- Check cabin filter
- Check charging port and clean as required
- Check 12 volt battery
- Check cooling system fluid level and mixture ratio
- Check HVAC heating system fluid levels and mixture ratio
- Check coolant hoses
- Check brake fluid levels and condition
- Check battery pack ventilation filter
- Check front and rear wheel bearings
- Check steering components
- Check suspension
- Check drive axles, CV boots and joints
- Check brake pads / shoes and rotors / drums
- Check transmission / reduction gearbox fluid levels (as required)
- Check brake lines and hoses
- Check and inflate tyres to correct pressures
- Top up washer, coolant and brake fluids as required
- Lubricate door hinges
- Check the condition and tread depth of tyres (including spare)
- Check and adjust the pressure of tyres (including spare)
- Clean windscreen
- Check bonnet latch and catch for any rust damage
- Check drivers door opens and closes correctly
- Check that all seatbelts work correctly
- Road test and report