Type of service

How often

Items covered

Under the bonnet

Change engine oil and filter
Valve clearance, check and adjust (except hydraulic adjusters)
Air cleaner, paper element, check and renew if required
Ignition system check (points, cap, rotor arm if applicable)
Spark plugs, renew
Ignition timing, check, renew if required
Engine idle speed, measure and adjust CO if required
Fuel system, check for leaks
Drive belts, check and adjust
Cooling system, check for antifreeze strength and leaks, top up coolant if required
Battery, check condition, top up if applicable, clean and grease terminals
Carburetter, check security, top up damper if applicable
Power steering, check for leaks, top up if required
Check brake and clutch fluid, top up if required
Automatic transmission, if fitted, check oil level, top up if required
Screen washers, top up reservoir
Bonnet release catch and hinges, check operation and lubricate

Under the Vehicle

Remove road wheels, check front disc condition and pad wear
Remove drums if applicable, check lining condition and examine cylinders
Check handbrake travel, adjust if required
Brake pipes and hoses, check for leaks and corrosion
Exhaust system, check for security, leaks and corrosion
Ball joints and transmission, check for wear
Shock absorbers, check for condition and operation
Steering gear, check for wear & gaiters for leaks
CV joints (FWD) check for wear and gaiters for splits
Clutch, adjust if required (if applicable)
Tracking, check
Gearbox, rear axle (if applicable), check oil level, top up if required
Tyres, check and report condition, correct inflation if required, including spare

Inside the Vehicle

Interior lights and instrument lights, hazard light switch check
Windscreen and headlamp, washers and wipers, check
Door hinges and locks, lubricate
Heating and ventilation controls, check

Outside the Vehicle

Lights, check operation
Headlamps, check alignment
Boot lid / tailgate hinges, lubricate
Refit road wheels, tighten retaining nut to the correct torque

Road Test

Check operation of vehicle and instruments
Brake test

Lubrication Service

Drain old oil, flush engine & refill with top quality oil
Renew oil filter
Clean out engine breathers
4Top-up gearbox, axle, power steering & steering box
Top-up brake fluids & washer bottles
Grease up all accessible suspension joints
Lubricate door & tailgate/boot hinges & locks et
Clean, lubricate & adjust throttle linkages
Check & report on engine & transmission leaks
Check & report on brake, steering & suspension leaks
Check cooling system & pressure test for external leaks
Electronically test brake fluid for boiling point) moisture content