The clutch is one of the most important elements of your vehicles driving operation. Your engine is what causes your wheels to spin, but what happens when your car needs to stop? The engine shouldn't stop spinning but the wheels need to. The clutch is what permits this to happen.

The clutch allows the transfer of power between the wheels and the engine to be interrupted while a gear is being changed or while the car is stationary and the engine continues to run.

Clutch problems can arise out of the blue and can be caused by general wear and tear. Your clutch relies on many components such as the pressure plate, clutch plate, and diaphragm spring, which can all affect the operation of the clutch. Clutch problems can quickly get worse if they are not treated and that is why you should book your car in for a clutch service at the first sign of trouble so that you can avoid a costly clutch replacement job down the road.

Some vehicles have clutches which work hydraulically - when you press the clutch pedal the clutch fluid moves the pressure from the pedal through to the clutch and disengages the power transmission. Leaking clutch fluid can cause all kinds of problem in your vehicle so it is very important to monitor it regularly. At Service Plus Auto Care we check your clutch fluid, hydraulic system or clutch cables for you as part of our free 65 Point Vehicle Inspection report - which you can request as part of every car service.

If we suspect a problem or leak in your clutch we will include this in our written report or let you know directly if we feel it needs immediate attention.

What signs to look for if your clutch is not performing?

You should have your clutch looked at if:

You notice a Burnt ‘toast' or ‘burning rubber' smell in your car, or smoke from under vehicle

Your Vehicle is slipping out of gear for no reason

Your clutch is not disengaging fully, or your clutch is sticking or shuddering

If your clutch is showing any of the symptoms above - it can mean any number of faults. Clutch problems are difficult to diagnose by symptoms alone because many issues cause the same symptoms, depending on the vehicle and type of engine.

If you notice any problems with your clutch's responsiveness or if it is making a noise that you have not heard before give Service Plus Auto Care a call, so that we can fix the issue before it gets more serious. We are located in Victoria Point at the Victoria Point Lakeside Shopping Centre and our team is both competent (we are a member of the Repco Auto Tech training program) and places a high degree of importance on customer service. We can provide you with an effective clutch repair solution that you would expect from any Repco Authorised Service Centre.

Our clutch service includes a comprehensive inspection of your clutch and its related components. After we have tested them we will repair or replace any parts that are contributing to the problem and get you back on the road as quickly as possible. Make sure to call Service Plus Auto Care's friendly team today for any clutch repair enquiries.

We can perform Clutch service and repairs on most makes and models right here in our Victoria Point workshop.

The clutch is one of the most important elements of your vehicles driving operation. Your engine is what causes your wheels to spin, but what happens when your car needs to stop? The engine shouldn't stop spinning but the wheels need to. The clutch is what permits this to happen....

Clutch repair service in Victoria Point

Clutch service - keeping this integral component working for you

Call Service Plus Auto Care for all your diesel 4wd and diesel passenger vehicle repairs, inspections and services.

A diesel engine can be more efficient, better for the environment and cheaper to run than its petrol-powered counterpart.

However, it still needs regular servicing to keep it running at an ultimate level and to help make sure nothing goes wrong. Our technicians are fully qualified to service diesel 4wd and passenger diesel vehicles.

Service Plus Auto Care can also help with DPF and EGR management, carbon cleaning, diesel fuel system problems and more - call us today if you have any questions.

Diesel vehicle repairs and servicing are not a problem at Service Plus Auto Care at Victoria Point, in fact, we enjoy them! You can't take your diesel vehicle to a regular dealer and expect a high level of service as petrol, LPG and diesel engines all require a different set of skills and equipment to carry out proper servicing.

We are experienced diesel mechanics and will get your vehicle serviced or repaired and back on the road in no time.

Some of the key differences between petrol and diesel vehicle servicing:

Spark plugs and distributors need to be checked and serviced a petrol powered car but not so in your diesel vehicle as they don't have them! The combustion of diesel in the cylinder is started by compression alone with no need for a spark.

The fuel filter is important in a petrol car but vital in a diesel vehicle. Impurities in petrol will reduce the efficiency of the engine but impurities in diesel can severely damage a diesel engine. Therefore, diesel engines need to have their fuel filters inspected, repaired and replaced more often.

Book your diesel in for a service with the experts at Service Plus Auto Care in Victoria Point!

A diesel engine can be more efficient, better for the environment and cheaper to run than its petrol-powered counterpart...

Diesel Vehicle Service and Repairs in Victoria Point

Service Plus Auto Care is an approved inspection station for safety certificates (previously called ‘roadworthy certificates') in Victoria Point, Brisbane. Our cadre of happy and returning customers can't be wrong, book your car in today and see what they are raving about!

Our mechanics receive ongoing training and updates on the latest diagnostic information

Minimal delays sourcing parts as we have access to Repco's spare parts network

Safety Certificates are required by Queensland law for anyone selling a vehicle in the state and must be provided to the buyer at the time of sale.

The inspections look at all aspects of the vehicle that could affect the safety of the driver, passengers and other road users, including;

Aside from safety certificates inspections, we can also do vehicle checks for other reasons including pre-warranty expiration. When something goes wrong with a product you've recently bought, the first thing that often comes to mind is "is it still under warranty?" To prevent coming off on the wrong side of a situation like this, you should have a comprehensive inspection of your vehicle prior to warranty expiration to discover anything that it worn, faulty and/or on the way out.

Service Plus Auto Care is an approved inspection station for safety certificates (previously called ‘roadworthy certificates') in Victoria Park, Brisbane.

Safety Certificates in Victoria Point, QLD

Service Plus Auto Care in Victoria Point is a licensed roadworthy inspection station and can issue roadworthy certificates for vehicles that pass the roadworthy  assessment test.  				

A roadworthy inspection includes checking:

A roadworthy inspection is not a comprehensive full vehicle inspection. Talk to us today about the different types of inspections available at Service Plus Auto Care and which one will best suit your needs. 

Book a roadworthy inspection at Service Plus Auto Care today.

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For your convenience, our workshop will be open for business right through the Christmas period, except for public holidays

Service Plus Auto Care take great pride in offering their clients personalised, and friendly service at all times. 

Conveniently located in Victoria Point, the business is a member of the Repco Auto Tech training program, ensuring their technicians are kept fully up to date with modern vehicle repair methods. 

Service Plus Auto Care have a wealth of experience in servicing all makes and models, including commercial fleet vehicles. As a Repco Authorised Service centre, they have a commitment to high quality workmanship, ensuring the very best in automotive care.

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