Car Servicing - What's Included

Check operation of brakes

Check steering controls and column for wear/movement

Check for correct gearbox operation

Check horn

Check mirror condition, interior and exterior

Replace cabin filter and clean out filter housing - worth up to £60

Report if cabin filter is due to be replaced according to mileage (additional charge applies)

Check dash warning lights

Check Seatbelts front and rear including lap belt

Check operation of all external door locks

Lubricate accessible door hinges

Check for body damage

Check wheels and trims for damage

Check fuel cap seal condition

Visual Check for exhaust smoke

Check operation of exterior lights

Remove Road wheels and check condition of hub faces

Check tyre size and tyre fitted according to side wall instructions

Check tyre condition and tread depth, including spare (if applicable)

Check and adjust tyre pressures, including spare (if applicable)

Set wheel nut torque to manufacturer’s settings

Check wheels for correct balance, including spare (if applicable)

Check windscreen wiper condition / operation

Check rear wiper condition / operation (if applicable)

Check screen washer operation and align jets if required

Top up screen washer bottle(s)

Check windscreen for chips & cracks

Check number plate condition

Lubricate bonnet catch

Drain engine oil and refill with correct grade, type and quantity

Replace oil filter

Replace sump plug seal or report sump plug replacement if integral

Check for excessive oil leaks (report any serious leaks)

Check for timing belt replacement interval & report if due according to mileage/age

Check radiator condition, security and report any leaks

Check Coolant / Radiator cap seals

Check coolant hoses for leaks, condition and securing clips

Check electric cooling fan for operation (if applicable)

Check condition and tension of fan / alternator belt, adjust or report on condition

Check condition and tension of auxiliary drive belt(s)

Replace Air Filter & clean out housing - worth up to £70

Report if Spark Plugs are due to be replaced according to mileage (additional charge applies)

Check and record antifreeze strength / min temp

Top up coolant as required

Report if fuel filter is due to be replaced according to mileage (additional charge applies)

Check Diesel heater plug indicator operation (if applicable)

Lubricate battery terminals

Check Battery security, condition and print results

Top up Battery (non-sealed units only)

Test alternator charging rate and check

Check & report condition and security of undertray

Check visual condition of fuel lines

Check clutch operation and adjust (if applicable)

Check & Top up clutch fluid (if applicable)

Check drive shaft gaitors for security and report leaks

Grease prop-shaft (if applicable)

Top up gear box fluid where applicable and not sealed

Check and top up transfer box and differential oils (if applicable)

Check brake pads for wear or damage

Check brake calipers for leaks and security

Check foot brake shoes for wear or damage and adjust (if applicable)

Check operation of wheel cylinders and report any leaks

Visual Check of brake hydraulic system pipes and hoses

Check security of handbrake linkages and travel

Check Brake discs / drums (excluding internal drums)

Check Brake Fluid Level & Top Up (if required)

Check Brake Servo Operation

Carry out brake fluid boil test and record readings

Replace Brake Fluid and bleed system - worth £39.99

Check / top-up power steering reservoir (if applicable)

Check steering / suspension components for wear and corrosion

Visual Check of power steering system

Check steering rack gaitors

Check wheel bearings

Check shock absorber condition and report on any serious leaks

Grease steering / suspension (if applicable)

Check exhaust system including catalyst (if fitted)

Visual Check of HT leads

Reset vehicle service light, subject to data & equipment availability [See FAQ section]

Stamp service book (indicating a Halfords Autocentre Menu Service has been carried out)

Vehicle roadtest