Keeping you safely on the road.

Warning light on the dash

What it usually means

A sensor has picked up a fault somewhere in the engine, emissions, brakes or airbag system. The light tells you something is wrong, not what.

What we do

We scan the car for fault codes, test the part the code points to and tell you exactly what it needs.

A flashing engine light, or a red oil or temperature light, means stop driving and call us.

Squealing or grinding brakes

What it usually means

Squealing is often the wear indicator telling you the pads are getting low. Grinding usually means the pads are gone and metal is touching the rotor.

What we do

We pull the wheels, measure the pads and rotors and tell you how much life is left. If they don't need doing yet, we'll say so.

Grinding brakes get more expensive every kilometre. Book in soon.

Car won't start, or struggles to

What it usually means

Most often a tired battery. It can also be the alternator not charging, a worn starter motor or a bad connection.

What we do

We test the battery, charging system and starter so you replace the part that's actually failed.

Knocking or clunking over bumps

What it usually means

Usually worn suspension parts: sway bar links, bushes, ball joints or shock absorbers.

What we do

We put it on the hoist, check every joint and bush for play and show you what's worn.

Pulling to one side or steering wheel shake

What it usually means

Often tyres: uneven wear, low pressure or a wheel out of balance. It can also be a sticking brake or worn steering parts.

What we do

We check tyres and pressures, then brakes, suspension and steering, and tell you which one it is.

Overheating or losing coolant

What it usually means

A leak from a hose, radiator or water pump, a stuck thermostat or a failed fan.

What we do

We pressure-test the cooling system to find the leak and quote the fix before anything is replaced.

If the gauge heads for red, pull over and switch off. Driving on can wreck the engine.

It's due for a service

What it usually means

Most cars need a service every 10,000 to 15,000 km or every 6 to 12 months, whichever comes first. Your logbook has the exact schedule.

What we do

A full service from $199, or a logbook service to the manufacturer's schedule. You get a report on anything else we find.

Selling the car or re-registering it

What it usually means

In Victoria you generally need a certificate of roadworthiness to sell a registered vehicle or to re-register a used one.

What we do

We inspect the car against the roadworthy standards and give you a straight list of anything it needs to pass.