Drive Safer this Winter with a Vehicle Inspection Report
Our Vehicle Inspection Report is free with every service at Schneider Mechanical & Tyre Centre in Dianella. Our qualified mechanics will visually check over the important components of your vehicle and provide you with a written report on the condition of your vehicle. We can then help you understand any concerns which may need to be attended so that you can drive safe this winter with Schneider Mechanical & Tyre Centre and Repco Authorised Service.
This could mean there are very different ways to get your vehicle ready for winter; however the basics of safe winter motoring stay the same. So how can you make sure your car is ready for safe winter motoring?
Don't you hate that moment when you switch on the wipers at the first spot of rain and realise they haven't been replaced in years! Your wipers are exposed to the full force of the Australian sun all year round and wear out. A good quality wiper blade like Trico is essential to help you see your way clear regardless of the weather. Schneider Mechanical & Tyre Centre can recommend a wiper blade or assembly that is right for your car.
Fluids and other workings in your car can be impacted by cold weather; such as coolants, oils and items such as glow plugs in diesel vehicles. It's essential to get your vehicle regularly serviced by a qualified mechanic who understands the best products and parts to keep your car in top condition. We use high quality NGK glow plugs and Penrite oils and fluids that are designed for Australian conditions.
It's essential to drive to the road conditions Slow down in wet weather or poor visibility and leave a larger than normal stopping distance between yourself and the vehicle in front. Drive on the safe side and book online for a service or a 65 Point Vehicle Inspection Report.
There are signs that your brakes need testing, including vibrating, spongy or slow responding brake pedal, strange sounds or difficult handling when applying pressure to your brakes. If you are experiencing any of these it's best to have a qualified professional check it out. Brake inspections form part of our 65 Point Vehicle Inspection Report, so if you have concerns call us today and book in.
It's dangerous to drive on worn tyres, or tyres with incorrect inflation. Now is the time to check that your tyres have plenty of tread left. If your tyres are wearing unevenly, this could indicate that your shock absorbers or some other vital part of your steering and suspension systems are due for service or replacement.
Driving on incorrectly inflated tyres won't just cost you money on additional fuel; it can also impact your ability to stop. You can usually find manufacturers recommendations on a panel inside the driver side door.
In the Southern Hemisphere, we are going into Winter, and whilst here in Perth winter isn’t as harsh as it is in some other parts of the world, it is still important to make sure your car is Winter ready. There a few things that you can check yourself and then a few that will need to be checked by your mechanic...
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Tyres will need changing when the tread has worn down below the wear indicator or has bumps in them (more commonly known as being scolloped). When it is the whole tyre it is fairly obvious. However tyres can wear unevenly and you may not be able to see where they are worn...
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Having brakes that work well is fairly important for a car. But when your mechanic rings you and says that your brakes need replacing, and gives you a few options, which is the right one for you?
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