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What does a mechanic service usually include?

Mechanics are skilled in nearly all aspects of keeping your car maintained, serviced, and repaired, so it’s roadworthy and efficient to run. The exact process during your service will depend on how your mechanic prefers to work and the type of tasks they’re doing, like:

Minor service

This is the most basic engine service a mechanic provides, but it can make a huge difference in whether or not your car can operate efficiently. A minor service usually alternates with a major service, at around the 6-month mark. A mechanic near you can do minor services because your mechanic only needs a flat service to get the job done. They’ll unscrew the sump plug, allowing old oil to drain from your car. Then they’ll remove the old oil filter and replace with a new one that’s the right size for your vehicle. Your mechanic will dispose of your old filter and oil. They’ll also inspect other key components, like your battery, lights, air filters, and other fluids.

Log book servicing / major service

A major service or log book service involves a series of steps in line with your vehicle manufacturer’s service manual. It’ll include a combination of major and minor services, depending on the age of your car, or how many kilometres it’s travelled. Your service may include testing your lights, brakes, and battery. Then checking fluid levels, windscreen wipers, windows, mirrors, steering, suspension, radiator, fan belts, and tyre pressure. Finally, it may also include maintaining/replacing oil filters, hoses, belts, tyres, and wheel alignment. Your mechanic will finish off by stamping your logbook to record the services completed, which can help maintain your car’s resale value.

Roadworthy certificate or pink slip

A roadworthy certificate or pink slip is a specific vehicle check that’s conducted to ensure your car is in a roadworthy condition and can be operated safely. In some states, it’s required when selling a car or may be required each year to confirm your vehicle is safe for registration purposes. A mechanic will check off a list of predetermined items to verify that your car meets a minimum safety standard set out by your state government. They’ll focus on safety, checking things like tyres, brakes, steering, suspension, rust or damage, seatbelts, windows, lights, and your windscreen.

Major and minor repairs

Sometimes your car might need a little extra attention if you’ve had an accident, broken down, or your drive feels a bit different to normal. A car mechanic can perform minor and major repairs on most vehicles. They’ll use diagnostic equipment to locate the issue and decide on a course of action to get your car back on the road. If they don’t have the necessary spare parts, they may need to order them to finish off your repair and replace any faulty parts. Note that a mechanic service is usually limited to your car’s engine and electrics. It’s best to speak to a panel beater if you also have external body damage. 

Recent Mechanic tasks in Auckland

Fuel pump issue

$400

Mount Eden, Auckland, New Zealand

19th Mar 2024

Fuel doesnt come to the engine, cant start the car

Water pump replacement and new timing belt and new radiator

$800

Te Atatū Peninsula, Auckland, New Zealand

3rd Jan 2024

Water pump needs to be replaced time belt needs to be replaced and also radiator and this is for a 2004 Toyota caldina gt4 - Due date: Flexible

Fuel pump replaced

$500

Grey Lynn, Auckland, New Zealand

6th Sep 2023

Had someone look at the car and they said the fuel pump needed replacing. - Due date: Needs to be done on Wednesday, 6 September 2023

Fuel pump

$500

Auckland 1021, New Zealand

6th Sep 2023

Had someone look at the car and they said the fuel pump needs to be replaced. - Due date: Needs to be done on Wednesday, 6 September 2023

Ran out of gas need to replace petrol filter

$100

Penrose, Auckland, New Zealand

4th Apr 2023

Have replaced petrol pump still not going dont have tools to change filter plugs and blow out line. 96 honda crv ( have filter) - Due date: Before Thursday, 6 April 2023

Tow bar installation

$500

Auckland 0604, New Zealand

20th Oct 2022

I have a Toyota prius alpha 7 seater and i am wanting a tiw bar installed my regi number is NPK877 - Due date: Before Sunday, 16 October 2022

Chain replacement and oil change

$400

Bucklands Beach, Auckland, New Zealand

4th Mar 2022

Chain needs tightening and oil change - Due date: Before Sunday, 6 March 2022

Need my clutch master cylinder replaced

$123

Weymouth, Auckland, New Zealand

29th Nov 2021

Alfa Romeo 147 2002 needing the master cylinder replaced asap please - Due date: Flexible

A mechanic to install the starter motor into car

$80

Māngere East, Auckland, New Zealand

20th Mar 2021

I already have the part (starter motor) just need someone to install it