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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.Â
Recent Mechanic tasks in Southern Highlands
Looking for a mechanic to service my car
$200
Nowra NSW, Australia
13th Sep 2024
I’m shopping around for a mechanic. Just a basic service ect
Mechanical repairs
$500
Nowra NSW 2541, Australia
17th Jun 2024
Hi, I'm looking for a mechanic who can fix my Holden captiva 2011 2.2 litre diesel. It needs a new starter motor. It won't start at all so I'll need mechanic to come to us.
Mechanic car
$500
Hill Top NSW 2575, Australia
7th Apr 2024
Oil change,front diff change oil,gearbox oil change,leak on engine sump
Service VW AMAROK 2018 3L TD..NEEDS OIL SERVICE,AND SUMP OS LEAKING
$450
Hill Top NSW 2575, Australia
7th Apr 2024
Oil change,front diff oil change,repair leaking engine sump
Petrol cap is stuck, need a mechanic!
$50
Huskisson NSW, Australia
4th Feb 2024
So, we’ve got a Troopy Landcruiser and we’ve just got the Jervis. The guy that had the car before has used a bit of a cheap petrol cap with key and we’re struggling to get it off! Looking for a handy man or mechanic! What’s even worse/ funnier is that we do have a second fuel tank but our mechanic in Sydney has moved the ladder in front of it by accident. You can’t write this shit - Due date: Before Tuesday, 6 February 2024
Replace rear rotor and brake pad
$275
Mittagong NSW, Australia
30th Jan 2024
Need to replace rear rotors and brake pads. - Due date: Flexible
Carburetor / fuel issue on Kymco 150 motor scooter
$100
Berrara NSW, Australia
22nd Jan 2024
scooter has fuel issue and wont start. - Due date: Before Friday, 26 January 2024
Someone to fit a Fuel Pump to 1996 Range Rover P38
$300
Moss Vale NSW, Australia
20th Dec 2023
Am broken down in Moss Vale Showgrounds on way home to Victoria. Need a fuel pump fitted and a filter. Have the NOS filter with me and pumps are available in Sydney easily. If you have a scan tool will make life a heck of a lot easier haha. - Due date: Before Thursday, 21 December 2023
Oil filter removal
$50
Nowra NSW, Australia
10th Dec 2023
Just nee a hand getting the filter off - Due date: Needs to be done on Sunday, 10 December 2023
Need brake pads and rotors fitted - parts already purchased
$250
Moss Vale NSW, Australia
17th Nov 2023
we have purchased the brake pads, and rotors and need an urgent job of fitting them. Volvo XC 40 - Due date: Needs to be done on Saturday, 18 November 2023
Replace fuel pump 1999 vt commodore Berlina
$1,000
Moss Vale NSW, Australia
28th Oct 2023
Replace fuel pump 1999 Holden berlina - Due date: Flexible
Clutch adjustment nut ceased old Volvo 12 Farm truck. adjust clutch
$200
Jaspers Brush NSW, Australia
22nd Oct 2023
clutch adjustor nut ceased on old volvo 12 tipper truck. have sprayed nut with wd40, access prot open. need some one familiar with this adjustment repair with out snapping off nut. - Due date: Flexible
Need a tow bar installed
$1,000
Mittagong NSW, Australia
10th Oct 2023
need a tow bar installed on a 2011 tritan ute - Due date: Flexible
Motor Scooter Mechanic
$150
Shoalhaven Heads NSW, Australia
4th Sep 2023
2018 Kymco Like 200i is turning over but not starting. Suspect either spark plug or fuel destabilised. Trying to get it running before 5th to get registered. - Due date: Before Tuesday, 5 September 2023
Oil and coolant change
$100
Bomaderry NSW, Australia
21st Jun 2023
I need and oil change and radiator coolant . - Due date: Needs to be done on Thursday, 22 June 2023
2007 captiva. Timing belt change. Have parts. Need labour
$1,000
Nowra DC NSW 2541, Australia
26th May 2023
Hi have a 2007 Captiva that needs timing belt changed. I have the parts, just need the labour. Roughly how much would it cost? - Due date: Flexible
Replace brake pads on 2010 ford falcon
$250
Moss Vale NSW, Australia
13th Apr 2023
Replace the brake pads on 2010 ford falcon and skim discs if required - Due date: Before Monday, 17 April 2023
Change oil and filter in car
$105
Nowra NSW 2541, Australia
6th Apr 2023
Hi all. Have to drive to Melbourne unexpectedly tomorrow. Car needs oil to be dropped as don't want to drive another 2k without doing so. Beautiful Volvo 2011 Diesel. Need book stamped and time for service light cleared. Hoping someone mobile or other can do tonight or tomorrow morning. Many thanks! - Due date: Before Friday, 7 April 2023
Head unit Installation & Dash cam
$150
Renwick NSW, Australia
3rd Mar 2023
I'm after a new head unit and installation for Mazda CX5 2014 and also dash cam install if possible. Semi flexible on day and time - Due date: Flexible
Change timing belts & pulleys on my 159 Alfa
$600
St Georges Basin NSW, Australia
29th Dec 2022
I have the parts to have all belts & pulleys changed my timing belt system . The car in a 2009 sport wagon 159 Alfa . I require a workshop to fit theses items - Due date: Flexible