For friendly car service from a trusted independent mechanic in Dianella, you can rely on the team at Schneider Mechanical & Tyre Centre.

A family owned and run mechanical workshop with strong links to community, Schneider Mechanical & Tyre Centre (MRB10380) has been providing professional auto repairs and expert advice to Morley, Dianella and Bedford since being established in 1973 and remains 100% family owned and run.

We have treated every customer like "the only customer" and have built ourselves a reputation we are proud of - that's why Schneider Mechanical is the trusted name for car service in Perth for more than 50 years. Schneider Mechanical Repair and Tyre Center has become synonymous with exceptional mechanical skill, honesty and reliability over half a century. We provide servicing and mechanical repairs on all makes and models.

Being family owned means that every car that is worked on is done so personally by the owner. This kind of personal service will be hard to match anywhere else. New customers soon realise that they are treated like gold and become old friends, with some of the first customers still bringing in their cars today!

With the tools, skill and know-how to get a wide range of mechanical problems taken care of, you'll be surprised at how quickly Schneider Mechanical and Tyre Centre can get your car back on the road. Specialising in Performance Brake Upgrades, we also provide Tyre Replacement, Wheel Alignment, 4WD Service and all general mechanical repairs, including:

Servicing all makes & models of cars, 4WDs and small vans. 

We pride ourselves in good quality mechanical work at reasonable prices.

 Schneider Mechanical have a clean modern workshop, with a lovely reception area to sit in while you wait for your car. Loan cars are also available and you are welcome to book in advance as our schedule may fill up fast! 

From oil changes and fully qualified New Car Log Book Servicing (while maintaining warranty) to complex mechanical repairs, you can be sure you will get only the best service and value. We work on all makes and models from the brand new all the way to the very well loved older vehicles.

Schneider Mechanical & Tyre Centre care about the environment and have Arctick Authorisation to reliably and responsibly conduct automotive air conditioning service (AU43134). ARC Approved Car Air Conditioning Servicing reduces Fuel Costs and protects your health. The ARC Tick of approval helps ensure technicians have the skills and knowledge to correctly undertake service and repairs of refrigerated air conditioning to minimise environmental impact. 

Tyre repairs & wheel services in Dianella

New tyres, a wheel alignment and wheel balancing go hand in hand to ensure good handling and maximising the expected lifespan of your new tyres. Schneider Mechanical & Tyre Centre are experts at inspecting and maintaining tyres and related components and can give you good advice on purchasing the correct tyres for your car.

Schneider Mechanical Repair and Tyre Center have a brand new wheel alignment machine to help ensure we can help keep you heading in the right direction. Good wheel alignment provides a smoother, safer ride and lengthens the life of your tyres.

So if you need new tyres, tyre repairs, tyre fitting, a wheel balance, wheel alignment or just a simple bit of wheel related advice perhaps it is time to pop in to our Dianella workshop for some expert advice or check out our Tyre sales, fitting & Services page for more information.

As a Repco Authorised Service centre, we have a commitment to high quality workmanship, ensuring the very best in automotive care. Our Business is a member of the Repco Auto Tech training program, ensuring each mechanic is kept fully up to date with modern vehicle repair methods.

At Schneider Mechanical and Tyre Centre we pride ourselves on our honest and reliable work. So rest assured - your car is in safe hands with Schneider Mechanical in Dianella!.

As a family owned and run mechanical workshop with strong links to community, Schneider Mechanical & Tyre Centre (MRB1636) have been providing professional auto repairs and expert advice to Morley, Dianella and Bedford car owners since 1979...

Automotive Servicing and Repairs in Dianella

Let's start with the basics! Regular car servicing. It's one of those things that you know you should do!

But... the car is running well - and really I would much rather buy a new handbag or pair of shoes... The problem with this is - by time you find out you really should have serviced the car instead of going shopping, it can be too late and very costly.

Most people logically know they need to service their cars, and also that it includes an oil change, but don't really understand why they need to do this. Oil (and the oil filter) play a critical role in the day to day running of the car. The most obvious job oil has is the lubrication of all the moving parts. What a lot of people don't know, is that the grade of oil is just as important as changing the oil itself. In our shop at any given time we have anywhere from 8-15 different grades of engine oil alone.

Over time, oil gets thicker, because it acts like the washing up soap when you do your dishes. At some point it is all used up and no longer cleaning the dishes effectively. Oil is like this soap. It gets to the point where it has collected all the dirt, metal filings, and contaminants that it physically can't absorb any more. When it reaches this point it becomes thick or sludgy.

Now, considering the main job oil has is to do - lubricate the engine -, when oil has become sludgy, things start to seize. When an engine seizes, it is finished and needs to be replaced - very expensive. The oil filter helps to catch some of these contaminants, thus also the oil filter needs to be changed regularly. Oil filters also have rubber o-rings - which, if left for too long unattended, will eventually go hard and start leaking. These leaks usually prompt drivers to take the cars in for service, however it is also a clear prompt that the car hasn't been serviced for a long time.

Now, in regards to the grades of oil. There are so many different types of oil, because the way engines are built decides on the viscosity needed to keep the moving parts moving. If you put in oil that is too thick or too thin, it can cause catastrophic engine failure, making what grade oil you put in just as important as the oil change itself.

I have seen all too often people not servicing their cars and then coming in when there is a knocking noise. All too often the oil is so sludgy, it's almost solid... We can sometimes recover the engine, although it is expensive, messy and very labour intensive. However on occasion the engine exchange is not possible and the customer has to replace the whole engine or scrap the car.

With an oil change, or service, as we call it, we also do a full 65 Point Vehicle Inspection Report on the car and top up all of the other fluids. Regular maintenance is always better - you know how the saying goes: if you service your car regularly, you will never know why you need to do it!

So the next time your service reminder light comes up on your dash, or your service reminder text comes through - don't just ignore it because the car seems to run fine. If cost is an issue for you at the time, ring and speak to our mechanics - as they can maybe just do an oil and filter change instead, to tide you over until you can afford a full service. We also have payment options available.

The Author, Gabbi is a mum who helps to run a family owned car service workshop in Dianella WA. Gabbi also produces her own blog called Mechanical Mums

Regular servicing? But the car is running well - and really you would much rather buy a new handbag or pair of shoes. The problem with this is - by time you find out you really should have serviced the car instead of going shopping, it can be too late and very costly...

Regular car servicing in Dianella

As I aim to try to keep things fairly simple, and just start with the most commonly fixed parts on the car, I decided to talk brakes.

Now, most would agree that 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? To help you make this decision, I would like to break it down a little so you can make an informed decision.

There are a few different components that make up the braking system. One part that rarely needs work on, so I won't go into too much detail about (although it is still an important component), is the brake master cylinder.

The brake master cylinder holds the brake fluid, that allows you, when you depress the brake pedal, to send fluid down the lines to the brake calipers, (will talk to you about these in a bit), that makes the brake pads grip the rotors to stop the car.

Complicated - I know, but when the brake master cylinder goes, it needs to be replaced. It is located in the engine bay, so I won't have a photo of it for you. This also houses the brake fluid you may be asked to pay for to get changed (always a good idea!!).

Ok, so let's get into the bits and pieces you will hear about most. The first is brake pads. Now, I would be surprised if you hadn't heard of these. Without good brake pads your car will not stop. Brake pads wear down over time due to friction when gripping the rotors to stop. In the picture below on the left is a worn brake pad and on the right is a new one - big difference!

The next part is the brake pad cradle. This holds the brake pads in place on the rotor to stop them from moving around.

The next component that you might hear about is the brake rotor or disc. Both terms are correct (so not really sure why they have 2 names for it). These are what the pads grip to, to stop the car. These also wear down over time and they have a legal thickness to them. So what that means, is when they get too thin they have to be replaced.

You may also get offered a machining of the rotors to prevent a brake shudder. This will always cost you more than just replacing the brake pads, but it is important for a couple of reasons. The first is to prevent a brake shudder. Now, I don't know about any of you, but if you have had a brake shudder before you will never want another one again.

Interestingly, they are not actually dangerous - Michael left me driving my old Toyota Prado (big 4WD) around with very young kids, with the worst brake shudder that came through my steering wheel and made me think my wheels were going to fall off! If the rotors are thick enough then the rotors can be machined, or smoothed off, to prevent the shudder or any squeaks. Smooth rotors also prevent premature brake pad wear.

So, in short, if it is recommended to machine the rotors or replace them, it really should be done. Below is a picture of an old rotor that has a bit of rust on it and should be machined or replaced when the brakes pads need replacing.

The last item I will talk about, but also generally doesn't need a great deal of work on, are the brake calipers. People who do a lot of off-roading will have the most issues with these. These are part of the hydraulics that make the brake pads grip the rotors. It sits over the brake pads and cradle.

So, when it is all done and put back together it will look something like this.

The rotors in this picture have actually been replaced, not machined as they were too thin to be done.

So, hopefully I haven't confused you and have made understanding the braking system a little easier, so when you are called, and generally put on the spot, you can decide how far you want to go with the options they give you.

Please if you have anything you would like me to write a blog on, send me a message and I will make it happen!

Want to know more about Brakes? See or Frequently Asked Brake Questions below;

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?

Brake service in Dianella

Need to know - brake service, brake pads and rotor machining

Schneider Mechanical & Tyre Centre are experts in 4WD and Off-Road Vehicles. We provide service and repairs for four wheel drive vehicles and can also advise you on the best way to look after your 4X4 or off-road vehicle.

As well as offering expert service and repair of four-wheel drives, we can advise you on other aspects of 4WD care or upgrades such as Air Intake Snorkels, Backup Batteries and Dual charging systems, Brake upgrades or adjustments, Bullbars, Differential Breathers (front & rear), Extra fuel tanks, Shock absorbers, Suspension systems and of course 4X4 and Off-road Tyres.

You should only trust a mechanic experienced in 4WD service to work on your four-wheel drive, especially if you are thinking of adding any modifications. Some modifications, such as adding lift kits to your vehicle, can have significant effects on vehicle handling if not done correctly. Steering and braking capabilities as well as fuel economy can also be affected.

You might also need to consider upgrading your shock absorbers, brakes and suspension components to suit the upgrade or have adjustments made to driveshaft length or gear ratios.

Just let us know how you intend to use your 4WD and we can give you the right advice to look after your four wheel drive vehicle and what upgrades you might find beneficial. Selecting the correct suspension setup for your 4WD, for example, involves carefully matching the components to the weight your vehicle will be likely to carry as well as the way you intend to use the vehicle.

So whether you are looking for great service for your 4WD or just want some advice on the best way to care for your four-wheel drive vehicle, come and see the off-road experts at Schneider Mechanical & Tyre Centre.

You should only trust a mechanic experienced in 4WD service to work on your four-wheel drive, especially if you are thinking of adding any modifications...

4WD - Four wheel drive service in Dianella

Whether it is called a major car service, a basic car service or a log book service, or a major or minor repair we can service your car here in our Dianella workshop.  Come and visit the car servicing experts at Schneider Mechanical & Tyre Centre today.

For the best car service, book online now or call us today to make a booking. Our Schneider Mechanical & Tyre Centre technicians are qualified to carry out car servicing and repair work on all makes and models using quality parts and the latest diagnostic equipment. You can rest assured that car service work performed by our Auto-Tech trained staff will keep your car in top condition and will maintain your statutory new car warranty.

For the best car service, book online now or call us today to make a booking...

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We advise that the workshop will be closed over the Easter long weekend reopening on Tuesday the 11th of April

We also advise that we will be closed Tuesday the 25th of April for ANZAC Day reopening Wednesday the 26th of April.

We advise that we will be closed Monday the 5th of June for Western Australia Day reopening Tuesday the 6th of June.

We wish to advise that we will be closed for the Monarch's Birthday on the 25th of September. Apologies for any inconvenience.

We wish to advise that we will be closed for the public holiday on the 4th of March. Apologies for any inconvenience.

We advise we will be closed for the New Years Day public holiday Wednesday 1st of January

Schneider Mechanical & Tyre Centre (MRB10380) is your local car service mechanic in Dianella. As a family owned and operated business, we take great pride in offering our customers the very best in automotive care and we are committed to providing personalised and friendly service at all times. As a Repco Authorised Service centre, we participate in the Repco Auto Tech training program, ensuring our technicians are kept fully up to date with modern vehicle repair methods. We have a wealth of experience in servicing all makes and models, including commercial fleet vehicles. For reliable car maintenance, service & repairs in Dianella and the surrounding areas, please use our online booking form or give us a call.

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