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How Much Does a Car Service Cost in Australia?
A car service in Australia will generally cost you anywhere from $150 for a basic minor service to $850 or…
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Timing Belt Replacement Cost in Australia: Full Breakdown
Ever been hit with a quote for a timing belt replacement and thought, “Is that actually fair, or am I…
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Why Your Windscreen Keeps Fogging Up
A windscreen that fogs constantly means there is more moisture inside the cabin than the ventilation can remove. Common sources…
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Is Carbon Cleaning Worth It for Your Engine
Carbon cleaning is worth doing on a direct injection engine showing symptoms such as a rough cold idle, misfires or…
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Why Your Car Heater Is Blowing Cold Air
A car heater blowing cold usually means either the engine is not getting hot enough, most often from a thermostat…
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Engine Misfire What It Feels Like and What Causes It
A misfire means one or more cylinders are failing to burn their fuel properly. It feels like a stumble, shake…
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Turbo Whistle or Whining Noise and What Causes It
A mild whistle that rises and falls with acceleration is normal turbo behaviour on many cars. A siren like whine…
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EGR Valve Problems and the Symptoms to Watch For
A faulty EGR valve typically causes rough idling, reduced power or limp mode, black smoke, poor fuel economy and an…
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Why Your Stop Start System Is Not Working
Most stop start failures are the system suspending itself rather than breaking. Low battery state of charge is the leading…
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Why Your Diesel Is Hard to Start on Cold Mornings
A diesel that struggles only on cold mornings usually has failing glow plugs or a faulty glow plug relay. A…
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How Often Should Brake Fluid Be Changed and Why It Matters
Most manufacturers specify a brake fluid change every two years regardless of kilometres, because brake fluid takes on water from…