Inspections

An E-Safety check or also known as a pink slip, is an inspection that is carried out on passenger and light vehicles that are more than five years old. At Top Star Auto Care, our skilled team of mechanics are qualified to carry out blue and pink slip E-Safety inspections and will provide a report to Roads and Maritime Services.

During an E-Safety inspection our team will check the electrical system, fuel system, engine, radiator, driveline, suspension, battery and all inspections will be conducted to RMS Standards.

For more information regarding our blue and pink slip inspections please contact us today.

Steering and Suspension

The steering and suspension system are vital when it comes to the safe operation of your vehicle and is the reason why an annual inspection should be carried out by a qualified mechanic. This will ensure there are no problems in the steering system and that your vehicle can be safely driven when out on the road.

However, common warning signs such as knocking, rattling or creaking noises, can be an early warning that all is not as it should be and that continued driving could be impacted by faults in the steering and suspension system.

These can include pulling to one side while driving, feeling every bump in the road, one side of the road is sitting low, forward momentum makes the front of the vehicle dip and difficulty controlling the vehicle while steering.

Additionally, failing to have your vehicle inspected as soon as possible, could lead to excessive wear on the vehicle’s brakes and tyres. For more information regarding our steering and suspension services or to book your vehicle in at our modern workshop, please contact us today.

Exhaust

The exhaust system on a passenger vehicle has been designed to remove harmful toxins from the engine and to expel them safely out the rear of the vehicle.

However, over time problems can begin to develop in the exhaust system and this can include wear and tear, a hanging exhaust pipe, a decrease in vehicle power and most annoyingly, increased sound emitting from the exhaust.

At Top Star Auto Care, our skilled team of mechanics can inspect your vehicle’s exhaust system and ensure that it is correctly working as designed. Upon request we can also assist customers with exhaust modifications and exhaust upgrades.

To book your vehicle in for an exhaust inspection or for more information, please contact us today.

Clutches and Transmissions

At the first sign of clutch or transmission problems it’s advised to book your vehicle in for inspection, diagnosis and if needed transmission repairs. This will ensure that your vehicle continues to operate as it was designed by the manufacturer. What are the most common signs of transmission problems?

• Transmission shifting delays
• Slipping, grinding or jumping during acceleration
• Vehicle shaking when driven at speed
• Burning smells from under the bonnet
• Leaking fluids
• Clunking, screeching or other strange noises

If you have experienced any of the above while driving your vehicle out on the road, be sure to get in contact with us to book a clutch and transmission system inspection.

Cooling System

Your vehicle’s engine generates a large amount of power which is used to turn the wheels and move your vehicle forward.

During this process the engine is kept cool by the vehicle’s coolant system and prevents the engine from overheating or in extreme cases completing failing. The cooling system also helps keep the engine cool and run at the certain operating temperature as designed by the vehicle manufacture.

Here at Top Star Auto Care, our team of mechanics can assist with inspecting the cooling system and will ensure that it is working correctly and keeping the engine cool.

This is achieved through flushing and draining the radiator, removing rust and scale deposits, lubricating the water pump, pressure testing for leaks, checking the thermostat, conducting heater repairs and replacements and inspecting the head gasket.

To book your vehicle in for a cooling system inspection, please call our friendly team today.

Diagnostics and Auto Electrical

As modern passenger vehicles continue to evolve, so too does the complex and necessary auto electrical system. Tasked with controlling a wide range of important electrical functions, the highly technically system should receive an annual inspection to ensure its continual smooth operation.

At Top Star Auto Care, our skilled mechanics can assist customers with inspections, diagnostics and repairs of the auto electrical system, including, but not limited to:

• The battery
• Alternator
• Starter motor
• Electronic Fuel Injection
• Other components and accessories

For more information or to book your vehicle in for an auto electrical inspection, please contact us today.

Air Conditioning

Automotive air conditioning is a wonderful modern invention that keeps both you and your passengers cool during the hot days of summer. An efficiently working air conditioning system should be adjustable and allows the occupants of a vehicle to travel in comfort.

However, without a regular annual inspection of the air conditioning system, problems can begin to develop which will directly affect its cooling ability. A situation that could see nothing but hot air blowing out of a vehicle’s vents when you need it the most.

At Top Star Auto Care, our skilled team of mechanics can assist with the most common of air conditioning inspection services, including:

• Checking hoses and valves
• Inspecting the refrigerant system
• Condenser temperature check
• Re-gassing

To book your vehicle in at our workshop or for more information, please get in touch with us today.

Windscreens

Windscreens are the first line of defence when it comes to protecting the driver and passengers from the harsh outside elements and debris that can be flicked up from the road when driving by.

However, over time and often through no fault of your own, a cracked windscreen can become an unfortunate reality. Should this happen to the windscreen on your vehicle, you should have the windscreen inspected by a qualified mechanic as soon as possible.

At Top Star Auto Care, we can assist with windscreen inspections, repairs or small chips or dents in the glass and complete windscreen replacements.

For more information regarding our services please contact our team today.