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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 Mackay

Motorbike mechanic

$200

North Mackay QLD 4740, Australia

24th Jul 2024

Needing someone to come look at my 2017 yz450f

Engine oil and filter change

$70

South Mackay QLD, Australia

9th Apr 2024

Engine oil and filter change........Oil and filter supplied by owner......Old oil can be disposed by owner.

Change oil and filer

$50

South Mackay QLD, Australia

28th Mar 2024

subaru xd change oil and filter . Oil and filter supplied

Check for oil leak, change oil and filter (Supplied) and adj handbrake

$100

Walkerston QLD, Australia

27th Feb 2024

Suspect oil leak from Camshaft rear o ring, I have O ring. Handbrake long range, needs minor adjustment. Change Oil and filter (Supplied)

Auto aircon regas

$150

Blacks Beach QLD, Australia

6th Feb 2024

Mn triton 2015 diesel needs airon regas - Due date: Flexible

Burning smell coming from rear tyre, mechanic to look please

$500

Slade Point QLD, Australia

25th Dec 2023

My left tyre has a burning smell after driving, I need to drive to Brisbane tomorrow and need a mechanic to look at it - Due date: Needs to be done on Tuesday, 26 December 2023

Qualified mechanic to look at 2012 Ct110 postie bike

$150

Mount Pleasant QLD 4740, Australia

7th Dec 2023

Need someone to look and fix potential issue with my Honda ct110. Pretty sure it could be the carby, bike kicks over but won't run/stalls out Price obvs negotiable. Location Mackay - Due date: Needs to be done on Saturday, 9 December 2023

Head unit installed

$100

Mackay QLD, Australia

26th Jul 2023

Hi im wanting a head unit and reverse camera installed in a holden captiva. Unsure of how much it will be. - Due date: Flexible

Mechanic to fit radiator for Mitsubishi Pajero 4-wheel drive

$500

East Mackay QLD, Australia

25th Jun 2023

Hoping someone can replace the radiator in the Pajero. I didn’t buy it yet. - Due date: Flexible

Fix speakers and head unit on ski boat

$500

East Mackay QLD, Australia

3rd Jun 2023

We purchased a pride cheetah ski boat, head unit was powering on until we started playing around with the speakers. We have a new set of speakers and speaker wire for use. Looking for someone who is good with auto electrical to have a look and fix this issue. - Due date: Flexible

Alex perfectly wired and installed a head unit and speakers on my boat. Works perfectly and was awesome to deal with. Went the extra mile and picked up the head unit for me! Highly recommended and will definitely seek his services again. Thanks!!

Oil change

$200

Mackay QLD, Australia

9th May 2023

Oil change in mackay for my car Toyota Klugar - Due date: Flexible

Regas car aircon

$150

Andergrove QLD 4740, Australia

17th Mar 2023

Needing car aircon regassed - Due date: Flexible

Car mechanical servicing

$500

Ooralea QLD, Australia

21st Nov 2022

The following tasks need to be done (including parts/items needed) - Power steering flush and treatment Brake fluid flush Spark plug Rocker Cover Gasket set Auto trans filter kit Automatic fluid Rear trailing arm bush kit Rear brake pad set rear brake rotor RF axle seal Front sway bar link front brake rotor wiper blade change - Due date: Before Friday, 25 November 2022

Mechanic - Clutch on Nissan Qashqai

$2,200

Mackay QLD, Australia

19th Nov 2022

Clutch is gone in my Nissan. Looking for quotes to get this fixed asap. Location is Andergrove Mackay. - Due date: Flexible

Oil sensor

$100

Mackay QLD, Australia

10th Jun 2022

Oil light keeps showing.its has oil .I have a Volkswagen golf GTI hatchback 2008 model. Not sure if it's the sensor or what happening... - Due date: Needs to be done on Saturday, 11 June 2022

Car mechanic

$100

Dolphin Heads QLD 4740, Australia

5th Jun 2022

Car not starting. Battery flat - Due date: Flexible

Head unit and facia installation for 2006 VE Calais.

$150

Mackay QLD, Australia

4th Jun 2022

Need head unit and fascia installed. - Due date: Flexible

Need a runva winch installed on my MR Triton

$350

Mackay Harbour QLD, Australia

12th May 2022

Need a runva 11xp installed in my 2022 MR Triton, Car has a winch compatible Max4x4 gen 2 bullbar - Due date: Flexible

Need a runva winch installed it my MR Triton

$350

Mackay Harbour QLD, Australia

12th May 2022

I have a runva 11xp i need installed in my 2022 MR triton, vehicle has a Max4x4 gen 2 bullbar - Due date: Flexible

Clutch replacement for Mitsubishi Lancer

$400

Bucasia QLD, Australia

27th Feb 2022

Needing to replace my clutch in my Mitsubishi Lancer 06 - Due date: Flexible