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We advise that our workshop will be closed for the Christmas period from the close of business on Monday the 23rd of December and reopening on Monday the 13th of January

For Car Service in Osborne, you can't go past LeFevre Auto Repairs. 

Conveniently located at the Tech Port and ASC entrance, LeFevre Auto Repairs is RAA approved and is also a member of the Repco Auto Tech training program - ensuring all of our technicians are kept fully up to date with modern vehicle repair methods. 

LeFevre Auto Repairs have a wealth of experience in servicing all makes and models, including commercial fleet vehicles. 

As a Repco Authorised Service centre, we have a commitment to high quality workmanship, ensuring the very best in automotive care.

For vehicle enthusiasts in Osborne, keeping your car’s suspension and shock absorbers in excellent condition is vital for ensuring a safe and smooth driving experience. LeFevre Auto Repairs excels in delivering thorough maintenance to guarantee every journey is both comfortable and secure. By understanding the complexities of your vehicle's suspension, you can spot potential problems early and maintain peak performance. Elements of a Suspension System A vehicle's suspension system consists of several crucial components that provide stability, steering precision, and comfort. Here’s a closer look at these elements: Springs: Typically coil, leaf, or torsion bars, these support the car's weight and absorb shocks from road surfaces. Shock Absorbers (Dampers): These work alongside the springs to mitigate the vibrations caused by uneven roads, offering a smoother ride. Struts: Serving as both a shock absorber and a spring, struts also offer structural integrity to the suspension setup. Control Arms: These components connect the wheels to the car's chassis, allowing vertical movement while keeping the wheels in alignment. Bushings: Made from rubber or polyurethane, they cushion and reduce vibrations between metal components. Ball Joints: These pivoting connectors enable the wheels to turn with the steering while maintaining a connection to the suspension. Anti-roll Bars: Also called sway bars, these prevent excessive body lean when cornering. Typical Wear and Damage Concerns With time, suspension parts may suffer wear and damage due to various road conditions and regular use. Common issues include:  Worn Shock Absorbers: Symptoms include a bouncy ride or longer stopping distances. Damaged shocks can result in uneven tyre wear and reduced handling. Sagging Springs: Lead to the car sitting lower than usual, which can impact alignment and handling. Cracked or Worn Bushings: Increase vibration and noise, diminishing ride comfort. Loose or Damaged Ball Joints: May cause clunking noises and poor steering response. Frequently Asked Questions 1. How frequently should I have my suspension system serviced?
Regular checks are recommended every 20,000 to 30,000 kilometres, or as advised by your car manufacturer. Consistent servicing helps in early wear detection and avoids costly repairs.

2. What signs indicate that my shock absorbers require replacement?
Indicators include excessive bouncing after a bump, leaking fluid, or uneven tyre wear. If you notice these, it’s wise to get a professional assessment.

3. Can driving style impact suspension longevity?
Indeed, aggressive driving like rapid cornering or sudden braking can quicken suspension wear. Driving smoothly and avoiding potholes helps extend the lifespan of your suspension components. For those residing in Osborne, LeFevre Auto Repairs provides expert suspension and shock absorber servicing, ensuring your vehicle remains in top condition. We also specialise in passenger vehicle repairs and 4WD upgrades, including lift kits. Schedule an appointment today to keep your car road-ready and enhance your 4WD's performance.

Discover top-notch suspension and shock absorber servicing, plus expert 4WD upgrades at LeFevre Auto Repairs in Osborne. Ensure smooth rides with lift kits and more.

Suspension & Shock Absorber Services at LeFevre Auto Repairs in Osborne

Are you ready to hit the road with confidence? We’re giving 21 lucky winners the chance to win a $100 voucher for Repco Authorised Service! That’s one winner every day for 21 days. Whether your car needs a service, a tune-up, or just a little TLC, this is your chance to get it sorted – on us! All you need to do is hop on over to www.repcoservice.com and go on a little hunt... if you find the easter egg - make a note of what page it's on and then enter your favourite road trip destination! 
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The fact is that you are free to decide where your vehicle is serviced, maintained and repaired, at competitive prices. Looking forward to the potential bargains available in the end of year car sales or want to prepare for the holidays by getting your new car serviced? Here is some sound advice from LeFevre Auto Repairs in Osborne. Obtaining a new car is one of the most substantial investments many people make, so the smart approach is to make sure that you ensure correct maintenace of it. Caring for your new car goes beyond detailing the interior and keeping it sparkling with a loving weekly wash, however. There are a few other things to consider, such as who is the best choice to service your car. You will want to ensure it is regularly serviced by a qualified professional, to the manufacturers requirements, using high quality parts from a reputable supplier and fluids which meet the manufacturers specifications. This is not just to look after your new car, but because if these four requirements are met you will also preserve the manufacturers warranty. The fact is that you are free to decide who will service your new car without voiding either the manufacturers warranty or your rights under the Consumer Guarantee You are not required to take the car back to the dealership where you originally bought it for service or repairs. Provided the work is performed to the manfufacturers specifications by a properly trained person and uses OEM quality parts and fluids, the warranty stands. You have the right to choose who services your car. With Repco Authorised Service you can tick all the boxes. Every LeFevre Auto Repairs mechanic is fully qualified and Auto-Tech trained, giving them access to Australia's leading provider of automotive technical information and training. This means LeFevre Auto Repairs mechanics are kept fully up to date with the latest in automotive service techniques and are able to service your new car without voiding the warranty. Repco branded parts & products are manufactured to stringent Repco quality standards, and are covered by the Repco Nationwide Warranty, giving you added protection. LeFevre Auto Repairs will also only ever use fluids and lubricants that meet the specifications of the original car manufacturer. If you already own a new car or are thinking of purchasing one, make sure you clearly understand where your statutory rights begin and end. Make sure you are aware of the diversity between manufacturer, statutory and express warranties to help you make the right choices when it comes to servicing your new car. You are automatically covered by a statutory warranty, also known as a Consumer Guarantee, under Australian Consumer Law (ACL) and this statutory protection can never be substituted by manufacturer or express warranties (which are offered by the car maker and car dealer respectively). A lack of disclosure requirements on car dealers at the point of sale regarding these contracts can easily lead the consumer into making a choice to be bound by a long term contract without access to all of the details needed to make a properly informed decision. So when purchasing your new car, watch out for new car dealers who may try to push the addition of “express” or “extended” warranties, often for free. Often these ‘supplementary' warranties may include quite extensive restrictions or provisions, and are not always what they are cracked up to be. Many times these promises provide a small amount, if any additional benefits not already covered by the consumer's basic statutory rights and can tie the unwary buyer into a long term agreement with a specific new car dealership. Such promises are very unlikely to alert you to the potential negative aspects involved with taking a new car back to the dealer for service or repair. This includes how far you will have to drive to get your car serviced or longer waiting times due to fewer available service locations or mechanics. Check out our frequently asked questions below for more information on New Car Service and warranties. If you need to know more, the AAAA website and ACCC website have some great information too. New Car Service Frequently asked questions What is a consumer guarantee? Under Australian Consumer Law (ACL), you are protected by a Consumer Guarantee which takes into account purchase price, realistic expectations of when a failure might occur, advertising claims and the conditions under which a vehicle should operate. Previously known as a Statutory Warranty, the Consumer Guarantee does not have a specific time limit associated with it nor can it ever be replaced by a manufacturers warranty, which is in addition to the Consumer Guarantee. What is a manufacturers warranty? Manufacturers warranties are essentially a promise to the buyer that the new vehicle will be free from defects for a specific time and that any such defects will entitle buyers to a repair or other compensation. According to the Competition and Consumer Act (2010), such warranties cannot state that a vehicle must be returned to an authorised dealer for service. What is an express or extended warranty? Often new car dealers will try to include "express" or "extended" warranties, sometimes for free, in the purchase of your new vehicle. These ‘extra' warranties are in addition to the manufacturers warranty and may include quite specific restrictions or provisions, usually in unclear or confusing language. Many of these contracts actually provide little or no additional benefits over and above the consumer's basic statutory rights and can tie the unwary buyer into a long term agreement with a specific car dealership. Extended warranties can (and often do) restrict you to a specific dealership, which can have its drawbacks. Can LeFevre Auto Repairs service my new car without voiding the warranty? There is no requirement to service your car at a manufacturer’s dealership to preserve; Any manufacturer’s warranty (that may apply to your vehicle). Any state or territory based statutory warranty (that may apply to your vehicle). Your rights to Consumer Guarantees (formerly known as implied statutory warranties). What steps will LeFevre Auto Repairs take to protect my warranty? LeFevre Auto Repairs are fully qualified to carry out log book servicing, and we ensure all work is performed according to the manufacturer’s specifications, using appropriate quality parts, fluids and lubricants where required - meaning the manufacturer's warranty remains intact. In addition, all work carried out by LeFevre Auto Repairs is backed by the Repco Authorised Service Nationwide Warranty. Can LeFevre Auto Repairs stamp my logbook? LeFevre Auto Repairs can and will stamp your log book to verify the work has been conducted by fully qualified staff according to manufacturer’s specifications, using appropriate quality parts, fluids & lubricants. Will having my car serviced with LeFevre Auto Repairs help maintain the value? It goes without saying that a vehicle that has been well taken care of will maintain its value better than a poorly maintained one. Proof of a regular, properly adhered to service schedule will add further supporting evidence the car is in good condition. In addition to maintaining your warranty with correct service procedures, LeFevre Auto Repairs will stamp your logbook, which can prove invaluable should you ever decide to sell the car. What about extended warranty or service plans? Motor vehicle dealers sometimes offer their own extended (or express) warranties on vehicles. These extra warranties often begin after the manufacturer’s warranty and may stipulate that the vehicle must be serviced by the actual dealer offering the warranty. They are generally within their right to impose this condition, but the buyer should beware, such warranties are not always what they seem. LeFevre Auto Repairs will be happy to advise you on the conditions and relative value before you commit to any service plan. Find out more: New Car Warranty Service Full Car Service

LeFevre Auto Repairs can service your new car using quality parts and fluids, preserving your warranty…

Right choice for new car service

Keep your cool, without global warming. A proactive car air conditioning approach to protecting our environment.  As Australia begins phasing down HFC use (from January 2018), many new vehicle manufacturers may be switching to new air conditioning systems using the more environmentally friendly refrigerant R-1234yf, instead of R-134a. The benefits of using R-1234yf "Twelve Thirty Four", as R-1234yf is sometimes known, is an HFO type refrigerant delivering high performance, resulting in a more efficient air-conditioning system, fewer emissions and reduced fuel consumption. Hydrofluoroolefins (HFO's) have a double carbon bond meaning they trap less heat in the atmosphere than Hydrofluorocarbons (HFC's) and break down faster. Importantly, R-1234yf systems are specifically engineered to prevent refrigerant leakage and loss, including into the interior of the vehicle. The leakage of refrigerants contributes considerably to greenhouse gases. Why the switch? Older type refrigerants accumulate in the upper atmosphere as greenhouse gases and contribute significantly to Global Warming for a considerable time. In the mid-'90s, the old R-12 (or Freon), which takes a long time to break down into a non-greenhouse gas, was replaced with R134a, which breaks down much quicker. R-1234yf takes that improvement to the next level, breaking down in less than half the time of R-134a (and a fraction of the time R-12 can take). R-134a will remain in use for some time and a licensed mechanic can still service R-134a air con systems, but new vehicles will likely use the new systems with R-1234yf. Some already are. Irrespective of what type of refrigerant your car air conditioner uses, a car service workshop undertaking air conditioner service must have the right knowledge and equipment to handle these gases responsibly. You should always take your car to a mechanic with the skills and specialist equipment to undertake air conditioning service safely and correctly.

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Trust, experience & knowledge ... You can rely on your Local and Independent Repco Authorised Service centre, LeFevre Auto Repairs to service and repair your vehicle. As a Repco Authorised Service centre, LeFevre Auto Repairs use quality parts and lubricants and employ state of the art diagnostic equipment and repair methods. What’s more, our fully qualified technicians have access to the latest service information, bulletins and training through the Australia wide Repco Auto Tech program. We provide a full range of automotive services right here in Osborne and surrounding areas, all backed by our Repco Authorised Service Nationwide Warranty and fully supported at over 500 Service Centres right across Australia. So rest assured - your car is in safe hands.

As a Repco Authorised Service centre, we use quality parts and lubricants and employ state of the art diagnostic equipment and repair methods.

LeFevre Auto Repairs - Our expertise & knowledge

Modern radiator coolants not only protect your car from overheating, or the fluid from freezing, they also protect the radiator system from corrosion. LeFevre Auto Repairs in Osborne are very knowledgeable and experienced in looking after these systems.  It is recommended that you exchange your radiator coolant fluid every two years or 40,000 km's whichever comes first. However the size of the engine, the climate in your area, the age of your current coolant, and the total miles that have been driven can all affect the need to replace the coolant in your radiator. Knowing when to replenish your radiator fluid isn't always easy - obviously, when it has gone a dirty brown colour it's a sign it probably needs to be flushed and replaced - however even fresh-looking coolant could have lost its corrosion protection properties and without measuring its reserve alkalinity there's no signal that it is no longer protecting your vehicle components, and it could even be doing more damage than good. Maintaining good coolant means your radiator system will be much better protected from corrosion and will have a longer life span, it will help prevent you from having to replace expensive engine components. At LeFevre Auto Repairs in Osborne at your request, we will perform a full 65 Point Vehicle Inspection report for free as part of any minor, major or log book service. Part of this inspection includes checking the level and condition of coolant in your system and the written report will advise you if we feel a radiator flush, fluid replacement or any repairs are required to maintain the performance of your vehicle.

Even if it looks clean, your coolant still might need replacing!

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Suspension & Shock Absorber Services at LeFevre Auto Repairs in Osborne

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Right choice for new car service

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LeFevre Auto Repairs - Our expertise & knowledge

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