Car Service Mittagong

20 Years' Car Service Experience

Regular servicing is essential to keep your car in optimum condition. At Bowral Auto Care, we understand that it can be a bit daunting to bring your car into a garage.

We pride ourselves on giving the best car service in Mittagong, and that means being upfront about what to expect.

When you choose to have your car serviced by us, you get the benefit of over 20 years of experience and a friendly, family-run business.

What To Expect For A Minor Car Service

A minor service is focused on all the details that keep your car running – things like topping up fluids and checking for general wear and tear. A minor service will usually take between one and two hours. These are the things you can expect us to check:

Oil levels and oil filter
Brakes and brake fluid (including response time and the conditions of pads)
Leads
Air conditioning
Steering and suspension (including response time and general function)
Lights
Windscreen wipers and washers
Spark plugs (greasy spark plugs can indicate an oil leak, so they’re a good monitor of engine health)

We will also check things like the fuel filter, belts, hoses, cooling systems, battery, exhaust, and tyres.

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What To Expect For a Major Car Service

A major service can take most of the day. It includes all aspects of a minor service, as well as a more in-depth inspection of the following elements:

Check and top up all fluids
Thorough inspection of the vehicle for safety issues
Inspection of all external engine belts and hoses
Check all tyres for wear and tear
Check tyre pressures
Test the battery
Test the cooling system and coolant
Replace spark plugs.
Repack all wheel bearings
Change transmission oils

After your service, we issue a log of all work carried out. This allows you to monitor any ongoing issues and understand any problems that may develop in the future.

What Is The Cost of a Car Service?

The cost of your service will vary according to the make and model of your car, as well as the general condition.

We’ll talk you through the potential costs before we begin the work, and always consult you before we do anything that is much more expensive than our original estimate.

Why Choose Our car Service Specialists?

When you've got car trouble or just need to book a regular service, choose Bowral Auto Care. We're:

Experienced: We have decades of industry knowledge, so we carry the expertise needed to get the job done right and to effectively service every make and model of car.
Locals: When you choose our services, you're choosing to support a local business that takes pride in the community.
Hardworking: We commit to the highest level of workmanship on all our jobs.
Honest: We'll be upfront and transparent with you on every aspect of our service and inspection work.
Licensed: We're backed by licenses and memberships, giving you the confidence that we maintain the highest standards of work and safety.

All that's left to do is to call Bowral Auto Care on (02) 4871 1800 or to fill in our online contact form for an estimate.

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Car Repair FAQs

How often should I get an oil change?

Your car manufacturer will indicate when you need to arrange a service. This will either be based on the kilometres you've driven, or on a particular time period, and frequency can vary according to manufacturer, engine specifications, and usage conditions. Following the advised schedule will help you keep your car's engine in good condition. You can find these recommendations in your owner's manual.
How often should I rotate my tyres?

This will depend on your car, and it's important you check your owner's manual to be aware of the recommendations for your particular model. If you're unsure, a general recommendation is to arrange a tyre rotation every 5,000kms. If you detect an uneven tread pattern on your tyres, bring your car into Bowral Auto Care as soon as you can. We'll perform a rotation alongside fitting and balancing to make sure there are no problems, and may also carry out a wheel alignment if it's needed.
How long does a car battery last?

Most car batteries last between three and five years with the right maintenance and proper installation. If your battery is three years old, it may warrant testing from our expert team at Bowral Auto Care. You can check that your battery is fully charged by using a multimeter - if it reads 12.6 volts, or between 13.7 to 14.7 with a running engine, your battery is good to go. For those who don't have a multimeter on hand, any dimming of your headlights when you start your car indicates a failing battery.