Most recently answered maintenance and servicing questions

On 16 May, ten minutes after my BMW 320d's 87,000 miles dealership oil service the turbo failed. I top up the oil between services and always use the correct oil. Was this possibly dealer error and,if...

My BMW 3 Series 320D 2008 (72,000 miles) has just shown an increase in the oil level over the maximum. This is on the car's computer and not the dipstick which I have yet to check.
My driving consists...

We bought a brand new Jazz two years ago and it has been serviced twice by Honda. I think the air con has stopped blowing cold. I know the gas can leak over time but surely it should last longer than this...

I bought my 2010 MINI Cooper D Countryman in Switzerland (where I live) & the next service is due in about 500 miles. Hwever, I am driving to the UK shortly. Is it possible to get the car serviced in England...

My 2007 Vauxhall Zafira's last main service was back in 2011. It has only done 10,000 miles since then, is it time for another big service or just an interim one?

The first service on my Renault Scenic is due after 20,000 miles. A Renault mechanic suggested its a good idea to change the oil before that milestone - my present mileage is about 11,000. What do you...

I have just bought a new Mazda 3, do I have to go to Mazda to have it serviced under the warranty, or can I use my own tried and tested local garage to do the servicing without affecting my warranty

I have just bought a used Ford Galaxy 2.0 diesel. The dealer was unsure if it was a cam belt or chain and also doesn't know when it should be serviced. Can you help?

I'm about to buy a 2011 Volkswagen Passat 1.4 TSI DSG estate with 19,000 miles on the clock. Its just had its first service at a dealer at three years old. Should I worry that it hasn't had a service for...

When booking my car in for its two-year service I was advised to have my air conditioning re-gassed and seal changed. It would cost £60 - should I do it?