Level of Service

Interim

Full

Major

SERVICE PREPARATION & ROAD TEST

Check for body damage

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Check for wheels and trims for damage

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Check operation of brakes for judder/pulling and noise

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Check steering controls and column for wear/movement

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ENGINE

Drain engine oil and refill with correct grade, type and quantity

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Replace oil filter

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Replace sump plug seal or report sump plug replacement if integral

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Check for excessive oil leaks

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Check for timing belt (cambelt) replacement interval and report if replacement due according to mileage or age

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Check radiator condition, security and report any leaks

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Check coolant/radiator cap seals

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Check coolant hoses for leaks, condition and security

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Check electric cooling fan for operation where applicable

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Check condition and tension of fan and alternator belt. Adjust or report on condition

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Check condition and adjust auxiliary drive belts if required (excluding cambelt)

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Replace air filter and clean out housing

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Report if spark plugs need changing according to mileage (additional charge for the supply of plugs & fitment)

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Check and record antifreeze strength and min temp

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Top up coolant as required

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Check condition and security of undertray

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FUEL

Check fuel cap seal condition

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Check visual condition of fuel lines

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Check fuel filter replacement interval and report if due

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DRIVE SYSTEM & BRAKES

Check for correct clutch operation

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Check and top up clutch fluid (if applicable)

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Check for correct gearbox operation

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Check drive shaft gaiters for security and report leaks

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Grease prop/shaft (if applicable)

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Check and top up gearbox fluid where applicable and not sealed

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Check and top up transfer box and differential oils (if applicable)

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Check brake pads for wear or damage

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Check brake calipers for leaks and security

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Check foot brake shoes for wear or damage - clean and adjust if required (where applicable)

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Inspect operation of wheel cylinders and report any leaks

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Visually check brake hydraulic system, pipes and hoses for any leaks, chafing and corrosion

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Check security of handbrake linkages and travel. Lubricate and adjust if required

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Check security of handbrake linkages and travel. Lubricate and adjust if required

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Check brake discs and drums for wear, cracks, corrosion and scoring or pitting (excluding internal drums)

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Check brake fluid level and top up if required

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Check brake servo operation

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Carry out brake fluid boil test and record readings

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Replace brake fluid and bleed system

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STEERING & SUSPENSION

Check/top up power steering reservoir (where applicable)

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Check steering and suspension components for wear and corrosion

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Check steering rack gaiters condition

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Check wheel bearings for excessive play or noise

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Visually check power steering system, pipes and hoses for leaks, chafing and corrosion

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Check steering and suspension components for wear and corrosion

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Check steering rack gaiters condition

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Check wheel bearings for excessive play or noise

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Visually check power steering system, pipes and hoses for leaks, chafing and corrosion

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Carry out shock absorber (bounce test) and report any serious leaks

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Grease steering and suspension (where applicable)

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Inspect exhaust system (inc catalyst if fitted) for leaks, security and noise

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Visual check for exhaust smoke

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Check operation of exterior lights

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Check horn

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Check diesel heater plug indicator operation where fitted

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Lubricate battery terminals

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Check battery, security and condition and print results

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Top up battery (non-sealed units only)

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Visual inspection of HT (high tension) leads

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Test alternator charging rate - check security

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TYRES & WHEELS

Remove road wheels and check condition of hub faces

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Check tyre size and tyre fitted according to side wall insdivuctions

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Check tyre condition and tread depth (including spare)

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Check and adjust tyre pressures (including spare) If no spare, record sealant canister expiry date

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Set wheel nut torque to manufacturers settings

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Check wheels for correct balance (including spare if applicable)

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VISION, INTERNAL & GENERAL

Check windscreen wiper condition and operation

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Check screen washer operation, align jets if required

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Check rear wiper condition/operation (if fitted)

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Top up screen washer bottles

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Check windscreen for chips and cracks

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Check mirror condition - interior and exterior

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Check number plate condition

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Advise if cabin filter is required according to age/mileage recommendations and last change

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Replace cabin filter and clean out housing

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Check dash warning lights

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Check seatbelts - front and rear including lap belt

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Check operation of all external door locks

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Lubricate accessible door hinges (widiv white grease)

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Reset vehicle service light where applicable (subject to data and tooling availability)

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Lubricate bonnet catch

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Stamp service book (indicating a Halfords Autocendive Menu Service has been carried out)

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ADDITIONAL HYBRID CHECKS

Connect diagnostic for hybrid health check (report live data)

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Check windscreen wiper condition and operation

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Check condition of charging port and charging cable

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Visually check high voltage cables and connections for damage

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Report if inverter coolant is due

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Rotate road wheels to check for brake binding

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