Servicing Schedule Comparison
Car servicing schedule comparison
At Five Star Autocentre we offer three fixed price servicing options as outlined below:
BRONZE SERVICE
from £104.95
- Also known as Interim Service
- Advised every 6,000 miles or 6 months between full services.
- More than 18 critical safety checks.
- Essential maintenance tasks to keep vehicle running smoothly.
- All work compliant with your cars warranty.
SILVER SERVICE
from £124.96
- Also known as Full Service
- Recommended every 12,000 miles or 12 months.
- Over 35 critical safety checks.
- A more detailed maintenance check than a bronze service.
- All work compliant with your cars warranty.
GOLD SERVICE
from £154.96
- Also known as Major Service
- Recommended every two years.
- Over 50 critical safety checks.
- An extensive and thorough maintenance option.
- Our prices include spark plugs unlike other garages where they would add this as an extra charge.
- All work compliant with your cars warranty.
Initial Checks
| Pre service actions | Bronze Service | Silver Service | Gold Service |
|---|---|---|---|
| Discuss customer requirements, customer comments | |||
| Review vehicle service history and schedule | |||
| Discuss customer requirements, customer comments |
Engine
| Engine Inspection, Change Oil & Filter | Bronze Service | Silver Service | Gold Service |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inspect engine for leaks | |||
| Inspect engine and gearbox mountings | |||
| Drain and change oil | |||
| Change oil filter | |||
| Inspect Cooling System | |||
| Inspect Radiator & Radiator Cap | |||
| Check Coolant hoses and clips for leaks, condition | |||
| Inspect expansion bottle / tank and cap | |||
| Check cooling fan | |||
| Check condition and tension of fan / alternator belt | |||
| Inspect and top up anti freeze as required | |||
| Additional Engine Checks | |||
| Inspect condition and tension of auxiliary drive belts | |||
| Inspect throttle operation and lubricate as necessary | |||
| Check and renew air filter | |||
| Remove and replace spark plugs | |||
| Check timing belt replacement schedule and report as appropriate (Replacements at additional cost) | |||
Fuel
| Inspect Fuel Filter, Cap and Lines | Bronze Service | Silver Service | Gold Service |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel Cap | |||
| Fuel Lines | |||
| Replace Fuel Filter |
Exhaust
| Inspect Exhaust System | Bronze Service | Silver Service | Gold Service |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inspect exhaust system and catalyst as appropriate |
Electrical
| Inspect Electrical Components of the Vehicle | Bronze Service | Silver Service | Gold Service |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inspect interior and exterior lights | |||
| Inspect warning lights | |||
| Inspect battery charge and terminals | |||
| Check diesel plug indicator | |||
| Inspection of HT leads | |||
| Check distributor cap | |||
| Check horn |
Steering & Suspension
| Inspect Steering & Suspension Components of the Vehicle | Bronze Service | Silver Service | Gold Service |
|---|---|---|---|
| Check power steering and top up reservoir as required | |||
| Check steering components for wear & corrosion | |||
| Check steering rack gaitors condition | |||
| Inspect wheel bearings | |||
| Inspect shock absorbers | |||
| Inspect suspension |
Tyres & Wheels
| Inspect Tyres Including Spare | Bronze Service | Silver Service | Gold Service |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inspect tyre specification including age | |||
| Inspect tread depth and tyre wear | |||
| Inspect tyre pressure | |||
| Inspect torque settings |
Brakes
| Inspect vehicle braking system and associated parts | Bronze Service | Silver Service | Gold Service |
|---|---|---|---|
| Check brake pads for wear or damage* | |||
| Check calipers for leaks and security* | |||
| Check brake shoes for wear or damage* | |||
| Inspect operation of wheel cylinders and report leaks* | |||
| Check brake discs/drums for wear cracks corrosion etc | |||
| Test and report brake fluid boiling point | |||
| Inspect handbrake | |||
| Inspect interior and exterior lights |
* For Bronze Service this check is carried out with the wheel still on the car.
Drive System
| Inspect Drive System and Associated Fluids | Bronze Service | Silver Service | Gold Service |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inspect clutch operation | |||
| Inspect driveshaft, joints, gaitors and boots | |||
| Inspect and top up clutch, axle oil, transmission or gearbox fluid as required |
Vision
| Inspect Vehicle Windscreens and Mirrors | Bronze Service | Silver Service | Gold Service |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inspect windscreen wipers and wiper operations (front & rear) | |||
| Inspect windscreen washer operation and top up as required | |||
| Check windscreen security and for cracks | |||
| Inspect mirrors (interior and exterior) | |||
| Inspect number plate |
Internal
| Inspect vehicle braking system and associated parts | Bronze Service | Silver Service | Gold Service |
|---|---|---|---|
| Check pollen filter replacement schedule and report as appropriate | |||
| Lubricate door hinges | |||
| Inspect seat belts (All - front & rear) | |||
| Inspect interior and exterior lights |
General
| Post Service Actions | Bronze Service | Silver Service | Gold Service |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reset vehicle service light as appropriate | |||
| Road Test | |||
| Stamp Service Book |