OUR SErVICES

LOGBOOK SERVICING

The warranty that comes with buying a new car provides the owner with an important sense of confidence and peace of mind with their purchase. Maintaining that warranty often requires regular inspections and services to be recorded in the vehicle’s logbook, to ensure the vehicle is in good condition.

While your dealer may try to convince you these logbook services can only be done at the dealership, you can save yourself the added hassle and cost of a dealership logbook service by bringing your car to us instead. We’ll check your vehicle for problems before they develop, and maintain your warranty. Contact us to book your next logbook service with us today!

BRAKE SERVICES

Your brakes are the most important safety feature your vehicle has, as they can act preventatively, and the condition of your brakes is often the deciding factor between an accident and an emergency stop. Your brakes also suffer an astonishing amount of wear, routinely bringing over a ton of material to a complete stop from high speeds, multiple times a day. For these reasons, we agree with brake manufacturers that you should have your brakes checked at least once a year.

Here at Fox Lane Motors, our expert technicians can help you with:

Brake component replacement
Brake component machining
Brake hose repairs
Brake restorations

RWC & OTHER INSPECTIONS

If you wish to sell your vehicle to a third party, or re-register it after an extended amount of time off the road, you’ll need to have your vehicle examined by a VicRoads licensed vehicle tester like Fox Lane Motors, and issued a Roadworthy Certificate that proclaims the vehicle meets the minimum safety standards to be driven on Victorian roads.

When you’re looking at buying a secondhand vehicle, we would recommend a pre-purchase inspection. This way you can avoid any nasty surprises, and make an informed purchase decision.

If you’re planning a long road trip or camping trip, consider a pre-trip inspection, so that any issues with your vehicle can be treated before you set off, and you can enjoy your trip with peace of mind.

We’re able to conduct pre-purchase, pre-trip and roadworthy inspections on passenger cars and light commercial vehicles, as well as LPG vehicles, making a check of your vehicle’s essential components and safety features to ensure it meets the strict standards for vehicles on Victorian roads. To find out more about roadworthy inspections or to book your next one with us, give us a call today!

WHEELS & TYRES

The correct choice of tyre for your vehicle can be difficult with the sheer variety of tyres on offer; are you looking for a harder, more durable compound for longer-lasting tyres, a more performance-minded softer compound for track days, or specific treads for wet conditions or uneven roads?

We can take the guesswork out of choosing your next set of tyres by recommending the best match to your vehicle, environment and driving style, to ensure you get the most out of your purchase. We can also conduct front end alignments on your wheels, for maximum contact with the road, improved handling behind the wheel and prolonged tyre life. Contact us today to find out more about our tyre services.

EXHAUSTS

Your vehicle’s exhaust is responsible for drawing spent air away from the engine and cabin, keeping engine performance strong. If you notice exhaust smells in your cabin, a drop in engine power, or that your vehicle’s burning through fuel more quickly than usual, bring your vehicle in to Fox Lane Motors for an exhaust check.

We’re able to service your vehicle’s existing exhaust system, fitting replacement mufflers or extractors as required. We can also recommend a range of aftermarket exhausts, for increased performance, cleaner emissions or an improved engine note while on the road. To find out more about our exhaust repairs, contact us today.

STEERING & SUSPENSION

Your car’s steering and suspension can develop wear and tear like any other part of your vehicle, resulting in ride comfort and handling problems like ‘play’ in the steering wheel or body roll through corners.

We can service your vehicle’s steering and suspension components, fitting replacement bushings, shock absorbers and car springs as required. We can also service your vehicle’s power steering system, to restore any lost responsiveness your vehicle might have on the road and ensure a smoother, easier drive. Contact us to find out more.

AIR CONDITIONING

Your vehicle’s air conditioning actually degrades more from disuse than from use, as the tubing and seals dry up and crack, allowing the refrigerant gas to leak out and rob your aircon of its cooling power.

Here at Fox Lane Motors we can fully repair and service your vehicle’s air conditioning, starting by replacing any faulty components (compressors, condensers, tubing and seals) then recharging your system with refrigerant once we’re certain its airtight.

AUTO-ELECTRICAL & DIAGNOSTICS

As cars become more and more sophisticated, a greater focus is placed on your vehicle’s auto-electrical system to provide power to your vehicle’s various electronic devices. These can range from peripherals like a car stereo or DVD player to essential components like anti-lock brakes or airbag deployment. A problem with your vehicle’s electrics can affect any of these systems.

Our experienced team is equipped with the latest in diagnostic scan tools, allowing us to locate and repair electrical faults in your vehicle quickly and reliably. We can also recommend the right battery for your vehicle’s needs, as well as repair or replace faulty alternators and starter motors. To find out more about our auto-electrical services, give us a call today.

RADIATOR & COOLING

Keeping your engine cool is critical to maintaining the health of your car. An overheating engine can cause severe damage to your engine and other areas of your vehicle, from damage to your engine’s cylinders to the build-up of deposits in the engine itself, requiring a costly rebuild in advanced cases.

We can provide a thorough servicing of your vehicle’s cooling system, from repairs and replacement of your vehicle’s radiator unit, to faulty thermostats, leaking hoses and plugs, and damaged head gaskets. To find out more about what we can do for your vehicle’s cooling system, or to book your next service with us, give us a call today.

CLUTCH & TRANSMISSION

If you’re experiencing trouble changing gears, if your vehicle has trouble staying in gear, or if you hear strange noises or get strange smells from your vehicle when in motion, it might be indicative of faults developing in your vehicle’s drivetrain. If not caught early, repairs to your vehicle’s transmission can become costly.

Our team of experienced technicians can service and repair your drivetrain, from a sticking clutch pedal to cracked or leaking clutch cables. We’re able to service your vehicle’s manual or automatic transmission, or fit replacement units where required. To find out more about keeping your transmission in gear, contact us today.

ENGINE SERVICES

The engine is the beating heart of your vehicle, and problems here can take your vehicle off the road very quickly. Whether there’s a build-up of residue in your engine, clogged fuel injectors, overheating or timing problems, if not seen to early an issue with your engine can very quickly become a lengthy and expensive repair.

We can service engines in petrol, common-rail diesel and LPG vehicles, including engine reconditioning, timing belt replacement, cleaning out fuel injectors of built-up residue, and maintaining your vehicle’s economy systems. We can also repair and replace fuel pumps on all manner of engines, including tractors, mowers and other agricultural vehicles. Contact us to find out more.

OTHER SERVICES

In addition to the above, Fox Lane Motors provides a range of other services, including:

windscreen repair and replacement
classic vehicle repairs, including auto-electrical
free diagnostic for problem cars
local area pick-up and drop-off service for customers
4×4 system services
24-hour roadside assistance