What Is Included in a Major Service?

What is a Major service?

A Major Service is typically carried out every two years or 24,000 miles* and includes everything from the Full Service plus additional checks and replacements. This service is designed for more thorough maintenance to address wear and tear over a more extended period.

Key Features of a Major Service:

• Includes all tasks in a Full Service.
• Replacement of components like spark plugs (for petrol vehicles), fuel filter (for diesel only) and pollen/cabin filter.
• Inspection of the timing belt replacement interval.
• Comprehensive checks on the fuel system, suspension components, and brake condition.
• Road testing and resetting the service interval indicator.
• This service is ideal for maintaining long-term vehicle health and addressing components that may degrade over time but are not covered in the annual service.

What is included in a Major service?

• Service Checks
  • Check timing belt replacement interval
  • Check for damage to bodywork, lights and trim
  • Check the condition and operation of all seat belts
  • Check the operation of interior and exterior lights
  • Check the operation of ABS and airbag warning lights
  • Check windscreen washers and wipers
  • Check air conditioning operation, including bad odour
  • Check horn
  • Check the operation of suspension dampers
  • Lubricate all door hinges, locks, and bonnet catches
  • Check fuel cap

•  Engine Checks
  • Check the cooling system, including fan operation
  • Check and record antifreeze protection
  • Check and record brake fluid condition
  • Check power steering operation and fluid condition
  • Check and top up all under-bonnet fluid levels
  • Check all auxiliary drive belts (not timing belts)
  • Check engine breather system
  • Check vacuum pipes
  • Check throttle body
  • Check battery level and grease terminals
  • Replace spark plugs (petrol only)
  • Replace air filter
  • Replace pollen filter
  • Replace fuel filter (Diesels only)

•  Vehicle Raised
  • Change oil, filter and fit new sump plug washer
  • Check fuel lines and brake pipes
  • Check the condition and security of the exhaust
  • Check all steering and suspension joints, mountings and gaiters
  • Carry out tyre report
  • Check all wheel bearings for excessive ‘play’ and noise
  • Check CV gaiters and joints for wear or splits
  • Check the operation and condition of disc brakes
  • Carry out brake report
  • Check and top up axle and transfer box oil levels
  • Check and top up the gearbox oil level
  • Check clutch cable/cylinder
  • Grease all greasing points
  • Check rear drum brakes

• Vehicle Lowered
  • Torque wheel nuts/studs / Locking wheel nut key location

•  Final checks
  • Road test vehicle and report any findings
  • Re-check engine oil level
  • Ensure all upholstery, gear lever, steering wheel, etc are clean.
  • Stamp service book(s)
  • Reset the service interval indicator

What does the service quote cover?

Unless otherwise stated, the quote for your service will cover;

• 71-point maintenance check
• The cost of the parts as per the schedule
• Coming to you or collection and delivery.
• Fitting of the service parts and fluids.
• Disposal of the old parts (unless you request to keep them)
• VAT (if applicable)
• 12-month parts and labour warranty.

How Much Does a Major Service Cost?

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