What is a vehicle service?

 
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A vehicle service or tune-up is a series of maintenance procedures carried out at a set time interval or after the vehicle has traveled a certain distance. Its a long list of checks, adjusting and replacing parts to ensure the car operates properly and safely.
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The Most Important Parts Of A Car Service
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1. Oil Change: Substituting used or worn engine oil for new, which lubricates the various parts of the engine and reduces friction.

2. Changing the oil filter (the fresh oil is traveling through your engine; you want it to be clean).

3. Fluid Check and top-up to include coolant, brake fluid, power steering and transmission fluids.

4. Inspection of Brakes: Inspecting brake disks, pads and drums (or shoes in the rear) for wear and proper function.

5. Tyre Check: Inspecting tyre pressure, tread depth and condition to ensure optimum grip and performance.

6. Air Filter Replacement: Installing a fresh air filter to supply clean air to the engine for mixing with fuel.

7. Check the Battery: Check battery charge, connections and look for corrosion.

8. Belt and Hose Check- Includes examining belts and hoses for cracks or leaks.

9. Light and Indicator Check: for everything working properly.

10. Shocks And Steering Inspection: Checking vehicle s steering and shock absorbers.

 
Types of Vehicle Services​
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1. Lube Service: An overdue oil change and brake check with other checks and replacements if needed.
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2. Major Service: done each year OR every 12,000 kilometres or so – This service is much the same as a full service, but with an added set of checks and replacements if needed (i.e. replacing spark plugs and fuel filters).
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Maintaining your vehicle so that it is in perfect working order is crucial for performance, safety and longevity. Is it something like servicing the car to make sure that it is in good shape and does not break down suddenly?