1. Headlights Playing Up (Dim or Flickering) Seen it heaps of times—someone pops into the workshop after a late drive down Cobham Drive or through the fog near Rototuna, saying their lights started going dodgy. If your headlights are looking a bit yellow or flickering...
What does the alternator voltage regulator do? The alternator voltage regulator is an essential component of a vehicle’s charging system. Its primary function is to regulate the output voltage of the alternator, ensuring that the electrical system receives a...
About noisy alternators: There are many different parts that spin inside the vehicle’s alternator to produce an electrical current. If one of these parts becomes worn or breaks, this could cause a grinding or whining noise. Specifically, worn-out bearings inside...
What does the alternator do? Your car’s alternator is responsible for generating electricity as the engine runs. This keeps the battery charged and supplies power to the various electrical components in your car. As well as keeping the battery charged, the...
What is the alternator pulley? Your car’s alternator is a crucial part of its charging system. It provides the battery, engine and electronic components with a constant source of power. The alternator receives power from the drive belt, which loops over the...
What does the alternator do? The alternator is an important component in modern cars. Its role is to provide power to the battery and keep it charged, allowing for the starter motor, ignition, and electrical accessories to work properly. Alternators generate energy...
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.