Interim Service

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50 point, 6 month or 6000 miles inspection

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The 50 point Interim Service is designed for the high mileage car user (regularly exceeding 2000 miles a month), or vehicles which require frequent checks. Our ATA-trained technicians will test all of the main moving parts that may need attention over a short period of time.

We recommend booking in for an Interim Service every six months to prevent any unforeseen faults with your car.

For a full side-by-side comparison of our services please see our checklist below

Service checklist

Interim

6,000 Miles 6 Months

Full

12,000 Miles 12 Months

Major

24,000 Miles 24 Months

Points checked

50

77

Service preparation & road test

Check for body damage

Check for wheels and trims for damage

Check operation of brakes for judder/pulling and noise

Check steering controls and column for wear/movement

ENGINE

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

Check for timing belt (cambelt) replacement interval and report if replacement due according to mileage or age

Check radiator condition, security and report any leaks

Check coolant/radiator cap seals

Check coolant hoses for leaks, condition and security

Check electric cooling fan for operation where applicable

Check condition and tension of fan and alternator belt. Adjust or report on condition

Check condition and adjust auxiliary drive belts if required (excluding cambelt)

Replace air filter and clean out housing

Report if spark plugs need changing according to mileage (additional charge for the supply of plugs & fitment)

Check and record antifreeze strength and min temp

Top up coolant as required

Check condition and security of undertray

Fuel

Check fuel cap seal condition

Check visual condition of fuel lines

Check fuel filter replacement interval and report if due

Drive system & Brakes

Check for correct clutch operation

Check and top up clutch fluid (if applicable)

Check for correct gearbox operation

Check drive shaft gaiters for security and report leaks

Grease prop/shaft (if applicable)

Check and top up gearbox 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 - clean and adjust if required (where applicable)

Inspect operation of wheel cylinders and report any leaks

Visually check brake hydraulic system, pipes and hoses for any leaks, chafing and corrosion

Check security of handbrake linkages and travel. Lubricate and adjust if required

Check brake discs and drums for wear, cracks, corrosion and scoring or pitting (excluding internal drums)

Check brake fluid level and top up if required

Check brake servo operation

Carry out brake fluid boil test and record readings

Replace brake fluid and bleed system

Steering & Suspension

Check/top up power steering reservoir (where applicable)

Check steering and suspension components for wear and corrosion

Check steering rack gaiters condition

Check wheel bearings for excessive play or noise

Visually check power steering system, pipes and hoses for leaks, chafing and corrosion

Check steering and suspension components for wear and corrosion

Check steering rack gaiters condition

Check wheel bearings for excessive play or noise

Visually check power steering system, pipes and hoses for leaks, chafing and corrosion

Carry out shock absorber (bounce test) and report any serious leaks

Grease steering and suspension (where applicable)

Inspect exhaust system (inc catalyst if fitted) for leaks, security and noise

Visual check for exhaust smoke

Check operation of exterior lights

Check horn

Check diesel heater plug indicator operation where fitted

Lubricate battery terminals

Check battery, security and condition and print results

Top up battery (non-sealed units only)

Visual inspection of HT (high tension) leads

Test alternator charging rate - check security

Tyres & Wheels

Remove road wheels and check condition of hub faces

Check tyre size and tyre fitted according to side wall insdivuctions

Check tyre condition and tread depth (including spare)

Check and adjust tyre pressures (including spare) If no spare, record sealant canister expiry date

Set wheel nut torque to manufacturers settings

Check wheels for correct balance (including spare if applicable)

Vision, Internal & General

Check windscreen wiper condition and operation

Check screen washer operation, align jets if required

Check rear wiper condition/operation (if fitted)

Top up screen washer bottles

Check windscreen for chips and cracks

Check mirror condition - interior and exterior

Check number plate condition

Advise if cabin filter is required according to age/mileage recommendations and last change

Replace cabin filter and clean out housing

Check dash warning lights

Check seatbelts - front and rear including lap belt

Check operation of all external door locks

Lubricate accessible door hinges (widiv white grease)

Reset vehicle service light where applicable (subject to data and tooling availability)

Lubricate bonnet catch

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

Additional hybrid checks

Connect diagnostic for hybrid health check (report live data)

Check windscreen wiper condition and operation

Check condition of charging port and charging cable

Visually check high voltage cables and connections for damage

Report if inverter coolant is due

Rotate road wheels to check for brake binding

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