DIY Checks Before Your Trip

While professional servicing is essential, here are four things you can check yourself:

Why Regular Servicing is Essential

1. Prioritise Safety: A well-maintained vehicle is less likely to experience mechanical failures, reducing the risk of accidents. Professional servicing ensures critical systems like brakes and steering are in excellent condition.
2. Maintain Engine Health: Think of engine oil as your vehicle's lifeblood. Regular oil changes during servicing keep the engine running smoothly, preventing overheating and excessive wear—vital for long drives.
3. Enhance Fuel Efficiency: Save on fuel costs by maintaining an optimally functioning engine. Regular servicing helps your car achieve better mileage, making your trip more budget-friendly.
4. Avoid Unexpected Breakdowns: Preventive maintenance can identify potential issues like worn belts and aging hoses before they become serious problems, reducing the risk of your trip being interrupted by a breakdown.
5. Prolong Vehicle Lifespan: Consistent maintenance is an investment in your car's future, ensuring it remains reliable for many road trips to come.
6. Ensure Tyre Safety: Servicing includes tyre checks for wear and tear, proper inflation, and adequate tread to keep you safely on the road in all conditions.
7. Battery Check: A healthy battery is essential. Regular servicing tests your battery’s health, ensuring it’s charged and ready to go.
8. Effective Braking: Servicing assesses your brakes for wear, ensuring you can always stop safely and promptly, especially on unfamiliar roads.
9. Cooling System Check: Your car’s cooling system is vital for preventing engine overheating. Regular servicing checks for leaks and ensures coolant levels are adequate.
10. Electrical System Check: Functioning lights and electrical systems are critical for safety. Regular servicing ensures all lights and electrical components are working correctly.
11. Suspension and Steering: A smooth ride is about control as much as comfort. Servicing ensures your suspension and steering components are in good condition.
12. Exhaust System Check: A healthy exhaust system is vital for performance and environmental health. Regular checks can detect leaks or damages.
13. Fluid Levels: From brake fluid to power steering fluid, maintaining the correct levels is crucial for operation. Regular servicing ensures all fluids are topped up or replaced.
14. Environmental Benefits: A well-maintained car is more environmentally friendly, producing fewer emissions and properly disposing of service materials.
15. Peace of Mind: Knowing your vehicle has been professionally serviced lets you focus on enjoying your road trip without worrying about potential issues.

Plan Your Service with Critch Automotive Group

Before embarking on your next road trip, book a service with Critch Automotive Group in Chinchilla. Our expert team will ensure your vehicle is in top condition. Remember, we offer AfterPay to help spread out service costs, easing financial pressures.