VEHICLE SERVICING

J P Garage provide high quality manufacturer specification servicing within a professional environment enabling you to have the confidence that you are driving a vehicle in sound condition.

“An integral part of our servicing process is to notify you if your vehicle requires any modifications to successfully complete it's service.”

Call us on 020 8977 8234 today to find out how much your service could cost, that includes a thorough examination as detailed below.

For information regarding servicing services and availability please feel free to contact a member of the J P Garage team who will be happy to provide you with further information.

Servicing Check List:

Under the Bonnet

  • Change engine oil and filter
  • Valve clearance, check and adjust (except hydraulic adjusters)
  • Air cleaner, paper element, renew
  • Pollen filter, renew if required*
  • Ignition system check (points, cap, rotor arm if applicable)
  • Spark plugs, renew
  • Ignition timing, check, adjust if required
  • Engine idle speed, measure and adjust CO if required
  • Fuel filter, renew, 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
  • Carburettor, 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
    • * charged extra

    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