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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...
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?
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?
My son has a 2007 Ford Focus with 36,000 miles on the clock. A few months ago the oil light came on and oil leaked everywhere. The car was towed to a Ford garage where it has been serviced annually and...
I have a motor home based on a Peugeot Boxer 2.2. It is now 12 months old and has done 3500 miles - all trips of 50 miles plus. The dealer has told me that it only requires an engine service every two...
I have tested and driven a 2008 Volvo V70 2.4D for sale with 43,000 miles on the clock and an asking price of £9850. The car is in excellent condition, two recorded owners since new and a stamped service...
I purchased a new Fiat 500 TwinAir Lounge at the beginning of March. The dealer kindly 'offered' to book me in for an oil change at 900 miles for the generous fee of £30. This is not an oil change that...
 

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