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What's included in a service?*

  Interim Service Full Service
Recommended time/mileage between services 6 months or 6,000 miles 12 months or 12,000 miles
Total number of checks included in the service* 25 45
Parts included
Oil Filter Yes Yes
Engine Oil Yes Yes
Air Filter No Yes
Top-ups included
Windscreen additive Yes Yes
Coolant Yes Yes
Brake Fluid Yes Yes
Power Steering Fluid Yes Yes
AdBlue top-up for diesel vehicles (charged separately if required) Yes Yes
Checks included
Check of exterior lights, dashboard warning indicators, and horn functionality Yes Yes
Operation and condition of windscreen wipers and washers Yes Yes
Inspection of the pollen filter, with replacement recommended if required (additional charge) No Yes
Windscreen for cracks and chips No Yes
External and internal mirror condition No Yes
Seat belt operation No Yes
Inspection of the number plates condition No Yes
Engine
General oil leaks and advice Yes Yes
Check the antifreeze level and strength, with replacement recommended if necessary (additional cost). Yes Yes
Radiator and coolant hoses condition and leaks (including header tank) No Yes
Check the condition and tension of the auxiliary drive belts (excluding the timing belt) No Yes
Fuel system and tank (if visible) No Yes
Timing belt replacement intervals and advise Yes Yes
Change spark plugs dependent upon age and mileage (extra cost) No Yes
Brakes
Check the brake fluid condition and recommend replacement if necessary (additional cost) Yes Yes
Visual check of brake pads for wear Yes Yes
Visual check of brake discs for wear No Yes
All visible brake pipes and hoses No Yes
Hand brake operation No Yes
Brake calipers for leaks and security No Yes
Wheels and Tyres
Tyre condition and tyre tread depths Yes Yes
Tyre pressure and adjust Yes Yes
Steering and Suspension
Road springs No Yes
Steering/suspension components No Yes
Steering rack gaiters condition Yes Yes
Shock absorber condition No Yes
Wheel bearings No Yes
Exhaust
Check for visible exhaust smoke on diesel engines No Yes
Exhaust condition and advise Yes Yes
Drive System
Check drive shaft gaiters for security and report leaks No Yes
Clutch fluid level (if applicable) Yes Yes
Transmission oil leaks Yes Yes
Final Checks
Reset vehicle service light where applicable Yes Yes

*Other items may be added.

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