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What is included in a car service?

26 May 2021

A car service is just like a check-up with your doctor at the health centre – but it is designed specifically for your vehicle. When you arrange your car service, you can expect to have your car’s health tested and checked.

At Setyres, we offer various servicing options, including:

  • Full car service – This service should be carried out every 12,000 miles or every 12 months – whichever is sooner. This is the most thorough car service option available.
  • Interim car service – This servicing option is shorter than a full service and should be carried out between a full service every 6,000 miles or six months – again, whichever comes first.
  • Oil & filter service – This car service is simply for your car’s oil and filter.

You can learn more about our car servicing packages by visiting your local Setyres centre.

What is the Difference Between Interim and Full Car Services?

You may wonder if a full and interim car service offer the same level of checks for your vehicle. Here, we look at the differences between these servicing options:

What is Checked in a Full Car Service?

A full service checks most components, systems and adjustments of your car. If you choose a full service, you should expect an extensive range of checks, such as:

  • Checking and replacing the engine oil and filter.
  • A full suspension check.
  • Steering alignment check.
  • Checking the hydraulic fluid and coolant levels and topping up.
  • Inspecting the lights, windscreen wipers, tyres, exhaust system and brakes.
  • Car battery check.

Learn more about what is included in a full car service with our detailed guide.

What is Checked in an Interim Car Service?

An interim car service has fewer checks than a full service and should be carried out every six months or 6,000 miles. The checks you should expect to have with an interim service are:

  • An engine oil change and oil filter replacement.
  • Inspecting lights, windscreen wipers, tyres, exhaust system and brakes.
  • Topping up water levels, screen wash and antifreeze.

Discover more about how often you should service your vehicle and why it is important with our guide.

What is Checked in an Oil & Filter Car Service?

Setyres also offers an oil and filter service that is shorter than the other servicing options we offer. When you book an oil and filter service, you can expect a mechanic to check and replace your car’s engine oil and oil filter. How often your vehicle’s engine oil needs changing is dependent on the manufacturer's recommendations for your specific vehicle model. We recommend checking the vehicle handbook for more information on how often your car should have an oil and filter service.

Are you ready to book your next car service? Locate your nearest Setyres car servicing centre and book online today. Alternatively, if you are looking for more information about the benefits of regular servicing and how it differs from an MOT test – check out our detailed guide on servicing your vehicle.

 

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