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In engine reconditioning, the goal is to improve your engine’s performance and efficiency. It’s cheaper than engine replacement, which is why many automobile owners choose reconditioning to save on costs.
Here, what usually happens is that the engine is disassembled and the parts are cleaned and checked. Some parts might need repair or replacement. Then, the parts are reassembled and the engine is put back in the car again. The goal is to bring back the engine’s near top condition. This way, it can run smoothly again and help make your automobile more efficient in fuel use.
After years and thousands of kilometres, many of the parts of your engine will naturally wear out. Some of the engineered parts are gaskets, timing belts, pistons, oil pumps, valve seats, connecting rods and crankshaft. Through the years, they wear out and make the entire engine inefficient.
If those worn out parts need replacement, the mechanic should make sure that they’re compatible with your engine. One incompatible part can actually ruin the engine, which is why it’s important to choose an experienced mechanic to carry out this job.
It might take a few days or weeks. Aside from the hours necessary to carry out the job (some estimates are around 25 hours), you should also consider the time to find the necessary compatible parts. The search and delivery might take weeks or months depending on your engine’s make and availability of certain parts and components. To get a more accurate estimate of the timeline (as well as the costs), you should ask a professional mechanic.
To be sure, it’s good to ask a trusted mechanic. It’s hard to know what the exact condition of an engine is just by looking at the signs (low fuel efficiency, excessive oil use, loss of power, lots of smoke, vehicle is hard to start). The reason might be different and the engine might need reconditioning in the first place (other parts and components are malfunctioning instead).
But if you notice those signs, it’s good to bring your car to a trusted mechanic so you can be sure what’s causing the problem. Whether your engine needs reconditioning or not (or you prefer buying a new one which costs more), it’s always good to pay attention to what your car tells you. If there’s something bothering you about how your car works, contact a trusted mechanic right away.
Your car’s suspension system helps keep your driving stable. It helps smooth out your driving on bumpy roads and keeps the wheels on the ground as much as possible.
However, that system will get weak due to lack of maintenance, natural wear and tear and regular driving on bumpy roads. As a result, you’ll feel that your driving experience will be literally rough, bumpy and unstable. This will also affect your safety on the road.
To help ensure your safety and for your peace of mind, it’s good to know if your car’s suspension system already has problems. Some of the signs to look for are:
In other words, it’s always been a rough ride. However, you might still fail to notice those signs, which is why it’s critical to have your car undergo a detailed inspection and diagnostics. It’s especially the case when you’ve been used to driving in that condition. You feel it’s totally normal. But upon closer professional inspection, you will notice the problem (or an expert mechanic will do it for you).
Also, those signs might be hinting at other problems. Both old and modern cars have complex interdependent systems. One tiny malfunction might cascade to the whole and affect your car’s performance and your road safety. Because of the complexity and interdependence of the car’s parts and components, it always requires technical expertise to identify the root problem.
Here at CMR Automotive, we use advanced diagnostics tools and methods in identifying problems and malfunctions in the cars’ parts, components and entire systems. This way, we can accurately figure out the cause of the problem and take corresponding action in helping ensure your road safety and protect your car’s performance and longevity.
It’s likely the time to change your tyres if you notice any of the following:
To be sure, you should bring your car to an experienced mechanic. Your tyres should be inspected or if you’re experiencing any problems with your driving, the tyres may or may not be causing it.
Aside from the things mentioned above, you should also look for the following:
In other words, bring your car to the mechanic if you notice something unusual with the appearance of your tyres or whenever you drive your car. Any small problem should be taken seriously because this can affect your car’s function and ultimately the safety of the driver, the passengers and others on the road.
When looking for initial problems on your tyres (and know if you should now bring your car to the mechanic), it helps to check the following:
It’s good to personally inspect your tyres once a month or before you go on a long road trip. This is to help ensure safety and for you to gain peace of mind while driving.
But if you have any doubts or concerns about your tyres and your car as a whole, bring it to an experienced mechanic. Qualified mechanics can see the problem by running full diagnostics. Then, they can carry out the repairs if necessary. This is essential in ensuring road safety.
You should service your car once every 6 months or 10,000 kilometres travelled. This way, your car will stay in top condition and also detect problems early on (before they get worse or a lot more expensive).
If you have an old car though, you might need to service your car more often (such as once every three months). It’s good to ask a reputable mechanic about this so you can better protect your car and help ensure your road safety.
How long does a car service take?
Minor servicing might only involve testing the following (could just take 1.5 hours):
On the other hand, major car servicing often involves the following (rough estimate is 3 to 6 hours):
Note here that you don’t have to strictly follow the schedule. If you suspect there’s a problem or something’s bothering you (e.g. unusual squeaks and noises, car doesn’t start right away), you should contact a mechanic right away and set an appointment.
Aside from protecting your engine and vehicle, other benefits of timely car servicing are:
If you miss a scheduled car service, you should bring your vehicle to the mechanic as soon as possible. This way, hidden issues and problems can still be prevented early on (or stop them from getting worse). This will also let you know if your vehicle is still safe to drive because of the inspection.
If something worries you about your car, you can contact us here at CMR Automotive. We can run a full diagnostics on your vehicle and perform the repair or servicing if necessary.
Aside from freedom and convenience, having your own car also means responsibilities. This includes knowing how to take care of it and being aware whenever there’s something wrong with your vehicle.
For your safety and the car’s longevity
Some of the most important things to know as a new car owner are:
Reading the owner’s manual
Although driving and taking care of the car seems intuitive, many often still forget the basics and even panic when something seems wrong in the car.
The owner’s manual might already have the answers to your problems. It will also have the most important instructions such as what oil to use and what maintenance schedule to follow. Aside from providing you with answers, the owner’s manual can also help you best care for your car as well as prevent damages and costly repairs in the first place.
Periodic maintenance
One effective and actually affordable way to prevent damages and costly repairs is by following the maintenance schedule as stated in the owner’s manual. With timely maintenance, you help ensure that your vehicle’s engine and other parts and components are working at top condition. This can mean greater fuel efficiency and that your vehicle’s engine won’t have to work hard every day (less wear and tear and that your engine will experience fewer problems in the long term).
Periodic maintenance can also help reveal problems early on before they get worse and expensive to repair. More importantly, spotting those problems early on can help ensure your safety while driving.
Local mechanic
For periodic maintenance and future repairs, it’s important to choose a good mechanic who can properly get the job done.
Most car owners often found their first mechanic after they asked their friends or family or after they did a quick search online. They have benefitted from the experience already gained by their friends, family and others when dealing with mechanics.
When choosing a local mechanic or automotive repair centre, you can also benefit from the knowledge and experience of people you know and others through their online reviews. Then, you can also check the website of the repair centre and get familiar with their history and services.
As a new car owner, you’ll still have a lot to figure out along the way. To know the basics, it’s good to start with the owner’s manual and then know where to get help in case something goes wrong or when it’s time for maintenance. These can help you improve your safety on the road and get the most out of your car.
CMR Automotive had the pleasure on working on these three Mercedes Benz AMG’s.
Being summer, the three AMG’s were all in for cooling system repairs. These types of cold climate vehicles can be susceptible to hotter weather, so make sure you have your cooling system checked before going on a long drive. The bright Yellow 355 Ferrari was in to have the engine and transmission removed for a number of repairs. There isn’t a vehicle or repair that is too complicated for the staff at CMR.
CMR Automotive is the number one Mercedes Benz specialist in the Inner West –
Whether you have a vintage beauty or a top of the class AMG we can provide service, repair, diagnostic and peace of mind for your luxury vehicle. Give us a call on 95193311 and have a chat to our friendly and knowledgeable service manger about your needs.
The recent achievement of the Green Stamp Environmental Accreditation from the Motor Traders Association of NSW assured us that we were doing our best to reduce the environmental impact that our business makes on our local environment.
By adopting some simple, but conscious measures we are able to put into place our sustainability policy.
This green stamp goal was set in 2017 and we are proud of ourselves for gaining this achievement in 2018.
CMR Automotive Staff – 2018
We are proud to service our local community and are committed to providing jobs for Qualified mechanics as well as providing a job opportunity for an Apprentice to work alongside a Qualified Technician.
We enjoy working with NOVA Employment, a decision which makes sound business sense as we provide a job opportunity for a NOVA job seeker.
We employ a full time Service Advisor, able to discuss your mechanical needs, provide advice and develop a maintenance plan for your vehicles.
We are a female and LGBTI+ Friendly work space and have policies and procedures in place committed to keeping our staff safe and motivated to complete the best job possible for you.
Give us a call on 02 9519 3311 to discuss your Mechanical or Auto Electrical Work.
In May, CMR Leichhardt hosted a Mercedes Benz Tech Day at our new premises in Marrickville.
With over 50 people in attendance from the Mercedes Benz Club of NSW, we were proud to share some industry technical knowledge with them.
What a collection of vehicles we had and with some excellent cars up on the hoist for inspection of the club members, we could really see what was happening!
