If you have owned a number of different cards during your life, you fully understand the value of a full-service history. However, some people who are relatively new to vehicle ownership may not realise the importance of a logbook service visit. Why should you pay attention to those manufacturer rules and never skip a recommended service if you fall into this category?
Educated Buyers
The used car market is buoyant across Australia, and many people choose to buy second-hand rather than brand-new.
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If you have been religiously changing the oil in your automatic transmission in accordance with manufacturer recommendations, your intent may have been laudable. But if you are simply draining the oil and topping up at the other end, you may not be doing a complete job. Why is this, and what should you be doing instead?
The Need for New Oil
As time goes by, new transmission oil will begin to degrade.
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When you drive a car or truck in any state or territory through Australia, you have a duty to ensure that it is in a roadworthy condition. You may understand your obligation and feel that you are adhering to the letter of the law, but you may still fail a roadside test nonetheless. Did you know that a check like this can extend to something other than the obvious "safety" components?
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As the modern-day car is quite powerful and may often be fitted with a turbocharger or other performance parts, vehicle manufacturers need to make sure it's equally capable of stopping safely in the hands of the average motorist. This is why braking systems have been developed over the years, and most vehicles are now fitted with disc braking systems all around. Yet while they are very efficient, they are also open to the elements, and this can sometimes cause a problem.
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You might have noticed signs that your ute might need suspension work done. For example, you might have noticed that your vehicle makes strange noises from underneath, or you might have found that your vehicle does not drive like it's supposed to or does not give you a nice, smooth ride. If you think that your vehicle needs suspension work — or if you have been told by an auto repair technician that your vehicle needs suspension work — then you should not ignore the situation.
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