| Introduction
to Paul Robbie Motor Services
We
offer general vehicle servicing using top quality
parts & materials, and if your car is found to
have defects during the service, then contact is made
with the customer or a report is issued to gain approval
for the work, so you are kept fully informed of the
costs to you at all times.
Petrol
& Diesel Fuel Injection System Cleaner
With all modern cars using fuel injection, problems
can occur with the build up of fuel deposits and residue
in the injection system which can cause uneven running
and poor fuel economy. This can easily be rectified
by the use of Forte petrol and diesel injection system
cleaner
With a Forte service, you can restore lost performance
by removing soft carbon deposits that can inhibit
the amount of fuel injected through the fuel injectors.
The Forte system cleans your car's engine and circulates
a mixture of Forte solution and fuel additive through
all fuel system components. The cleaning solution
removes carbon, gum and varnish from your engine -
from intake to exhaust.
A Forte Fuel System service:
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Restores "new car" performance
• Restores fuel economy and
• Helps the environment by lowering your
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After the service, the fuel system - and your engine
- will function more efficiently.
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Clutch
Replacement Service
We offer a full clutch replacement service for all
vehicles using clutches from Luk or Valeo, who also
make and supply a vast amount of clutches for most
leading car manufacturers as original fitment from
new.
Underbody
Anticorrosion Treatment
We can spray your cars underbody with Waxoyl, to give
your car that extra protection against corrosion from
the rigors of the weather, therefore helping to hold
the vehicles resale value.
C.D / Satellite Navigation Systems Fitted
Radio Cassette, CD & Minidisk Players supplied
and fitted. We can also supply & fit Satellite
Navigation systems or we can fit your own.
Exhausts
The exhaust system is one of the most hard working
components on your vehicle. It is constantly in use
whilst the engine is running. An exhaust system on
most vehicles usually comprises of four sections:
1, Manifold
2, Front Down pipe
3, Centre Section
4, Rear Silencer Box
The most common section to become defective is the
rear silencer as moisture gathers inside the box and
attacks the metal. Corrosion from the inside results
in hole, which causes the exhaust to blow. A defective
exhaust will mean the vehicle fails the MOT test.
It also causes excessive noise; thereby rendering
the vehicle illegal which could lead to a fixed penalty
fine. An unchecked exhaust may also result in fumes
entering the car, which can lead to headaches, sickness
and drowsiness.
Catalytic
Converters
Catalytic
converters are now fitted to all cars to remove harmful
pollution from the exhaust gases. This expensive and
high-tech component fits in the exhaust system and
looks on the outside like a typical silencer box.
The catalytic converter is an integral part of the
engine performance system and sensors control the
gases entering and leaving the catalytic converter
are controlled by the engine management system.
The catalytic converter effectiveness is measured
by testing the exhaust gas emissions. This is an important
part of the MOT and service requirements on all cars
today.
The catalytic converter can be damaged if the engine
is not properly tuned and excess fuel or oils enter
the component.
With regular servicing we can keep your exhaust system
legal and prevent any fumes from entering the vehicle.
We can diagnose any current faults or any faults that
may occur in the near future and cause the exhaust
or the catalytic converter to become defective.
Cambelts
(Timing Belts)
Cambelt
replacement is a vital requirement on most vehicles
at manufacturer recommended mileages as most modern
engines use toothed camshaft drive belts as opposed
to the heavier metal chain alternative. If the Cambelt
is not replaced at the set intervals it could break
and then most often causes expensive damage to the
engine. This can be a complex job that requires skill
and specialist knowledge and technical information.
Steering
The steering system on every car is very important
and requires regular maintenance to keep it at an
optimum standard. The steering rack on all motor vehicles
is easily knocked out of alignment by all the speed
humps and potholes in the road. When the wheel alignment
becomes out of tolerance the tyres will wear unevenly
on either edge of the side walls.
Noticeable signs of wheel imbalance to look out for
are:
• Steering Wheel is off-set when the vehicle
is traveling in a straight line
• The vehicle may pull to the left or right
• The front tyres will wear or show signs of
uneven wear on either edge.
If any of these faults are present on your vehicle
we strongly recommend you have your wheel alignment
checked and adjusted if necessary, as soon as possible.
Suspension System
On the suspension system there are many moving parts,
the main component of which is rubber that can dry
out over a period of time and can crack and perish.
In the worst situation the rubber components can split.
You may be able to recognise when a component has
become defective, some of the effects could be;
• When pulling away from a standstill a knocking
noise may occur from the front of the vehicle.
• When traveling along uneven surfaces ie speed
humps or bumpy roads a knocking noise may be heard.
• On a straight road the vehicle may drift or
pull to one side.
An important part of the suspension is the shock absorbers,
these are usually hydraulic or gas filled. They are
essential to control the bounce on the vehicle and
to ensure the tyres are kept firmly on the road. Damaged
and worn shock absorbers can reduce the braking efficiency,
cause poor cornering and tyre wear.
It is very important to have
regular checks on your vehicle, whether it be every
6 or 12 months, to ensure that the ride comfort and
suspension system are kept at an optimum level.
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