I B Autos
Full-service auto repair & Maintenance since 1998
Rayleigh, Pitsea, Wickford - Essex
I B Autos
Full-service auto repair & Maintenance since 1998
Rayleigh, Pitsea, Wickford - Essex
Vehicle Checklist
Read the owner's manual to learn about your vehicle's systems and components.
Follow the recommended service schedules. Keep a log of all repairs and service.
Every 6 ,000 miles or 6 months
Change oil and filter
Lubricate chassis
Check fluids
Check tyre pressure
Check all belts and hoses
check, lights, washers, wipers and horn
Every 12,000 miles or annually
Change oil and filter
Lubricate chassis
Replace all filters including air, fuel, and PCV filter
Check brakes and check wheel bearings
Check and adjust valves if rocker-type arm
Replace plugs, and all necessary tune-up and emission items
Check all belts including timing belt
Inspect cooling system hoses and fluid for cleanliness
Check temperature for engine thermostat
Look over vehicle for leaks and other problems
Every 2 years
Same as 12,000-mile or annual tune-up and inspection plus:
Bleed brakes to renew fluid and remove contamination from normal wear and tear
Drain cooling systems, radiator, engine block, and all heater-related components. De-scale as necessary and inspect radiator for cleanliness. Refill with water and anti freeze Add corrosion protection fluid
Replace automatic transmission fluid
Every 60,000 miles or 5 years
Same as 12,000-mile or annual tune-up and inspection plus:
Replace oil in manual transmission
Replace oil in automatic transmission if using synthetic
Replace oil in differentials and transfer case
Every 60,000 miles or 5 years
Same as 12,000-mile or annual tune-up and inspection plus:
Replace rubber timing belts on camshafts if required
NOTE
Timing belt failure causes major valve damage
If you are unsure of timing belt history on your vehicle
then replacement is advisable