Transparency is important to us at Auto Clinics. When you bring your car in for a service in High Wycombe, you deserve to know exactly what's being inspected and why. Below is a comprehensive breakdown of our service checklist.
Engine & Fluids
- Engine oil level check and oil & filter change
- Coolant / antifreeze level and condition
- Brake fluid level and moisture content test
- Power steering fluid (where applicable)
- Windscreen washer fluid top-up
- Air filter inspection and replacement if needed
- Fuel filter check (replacement on major service)
- Cabin pollen filter inspection
Brakes
- Front and rear brake pad thickness measurement
- Brake disc condition and thickness check
- Handbrake / parking brake adjustment
- Brake caliper inspection for seizure or leaks
- Brake lines and hoses visual check
Tyres & Wheels
- Tyre tread depth on all four corners (legal minimum 1.6mm)
- Tyre condition — checking for bulges, cuts or uneven wear
- Tyre pressure set to manufacturer specification
- Spare tyre condition and pressure (where applicable)
- Wheel nut torque check
Suspension & Steering
- Front and rear shock absorbers — bounce test and visual inspection
- Ball joints, track rod ends and tie rods
- Steering rack condition and play
- Anti-roll bar bushes and drop links
- CV boots for splits or grease leaks
Electrics & Lights
- Battery voltage and condition test
- Alternator output check
- All exterior lights — headlights, tail lights, indicators, reverse lights
- Horn operation
- Windscreen wipers and washers
- OBD2 diagnostic scan for stored fault codes
Exhaust & Emissions
- Exhaust system visual check — joints, brackets, corrosion
- Emissions check where required
- Catalytic converter condition
- DPF status on diesel vehicles
Belts & Ancillaries
- Auxiliary / serpentine belt condition
- Timing belt condition and interval check (replacement advised as per manufacturer schedule)
- Coolant hoses and jubilee clips
- Engine mounts visual check
What Happens After the Check?
Once the inspection is complete, our technicians produce a clear report highlighting any items requiring attention — graded as immediate safety concerns, advisory items to monitor, or routine upcoming replacements. We never carry out work without your approval first.
At Auto Clinics High Wycombe we pride ourselves on honesty. If something doesn't need replacing, we won't tell you it does.
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