{"id":678,"date":"2020-04-17T13:28:00","date_gmt":"2020-04-17T13:28:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.carbar.com.au\/blog\/?p=678"},"modified":"2024-02-09T14:32:55","modified_gmt":"2024-02-09T03:32:55","slug":"3-all-too-common-servicing-maintenance-surprises","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/carbar.com.au\/blog\/3-all-too-common-servicing-maintenance-surprises","title":{"rendered":"3 All Too Common Servicing &#038; Maintenance Surprises"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>It\u2019s a classic story \u2013 drive in for a scheduled service, drive out with an enormous bill.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Drivers love to complain about being stung at the garage, but what most motorists don\u2019t understand is that a lot can go wrong with a car \u2013 and not all of it is visible to the person behind the wheel.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want to understand why you\u2019re handing over hundreds at your next service, read on and learn about three of the most common surprise maintenance issues you might need to deal with.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_80 ez-toc-wrap-left counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">On this page:<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/carbar.com.au\/blog\/3-all-too-common-servicing-maintenance-surprises\/#Alternator_issues\" >Alternator issues&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/carbar.com.au\/blog\/3-all-too-common-servicing-maintenance-surprises\/#Transmission_woes\" >Transmission woes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/carbar.com.au\/blog\/3-all-too-common-servicing-maintenance-surprises\/#Radiator_problems\" >Radiator problems&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/carbar.com.au\/blog\/3-all-too-common-servicing-maintenance-surprises\/#Isnt_there_another_way\" >Isn\u2019t there another way?&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Alternator_issues\"><\/span><strong>Alternator issues&nbsp;<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Your car battery is responsible for getting your car started, but once you\u2019re off and running it\u2019s the alternator that takes over. The alternator works together with the engine to provide power for your car\u2019s electrical components, charging the battery and ensuring that when you turn on the radio or the headlights, what you want to happen, happens.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Alternators rely on moving parts to function, meaning that after a while, the components that allow it to generate power will break down. When the alternator begins to lose effectiveness, you\u2019ll notice it \u2013 headlights and dash indicators won\u2019t be as bright, the air conditioning won\u2019t function and the car will ultimately stall. Problems may also not be with the alternator itself but could be with the belt that links it to the crankshaft.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you haven\u2019t experienced any of the more dramatic symptoms of alternator failure yet, you might be surprised when the garage recommends a new one or a replacement belt. Understand that without a good quality alternator, your car isn\u2019t safe to drive \u2013 and ultimately won\u2019t be drivable at all.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Transmission_woes\"><\/span><strong>Transmission woes<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Struggling to shift gears? Can\u2019t find reverse? Or is your car nearly slipping out of second no matter how hard you push? You may be in for a shock next time you visit the garage. All of these problems are potentially symptoms of a fault in some part of the transmission.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While it could be something as simple as needing a top up on transmission fluid \u2013 normally included in a standard service \u2013 transmission problems could be a sign of something bigger. Trouble shifting gears could indicate a worn clutch or even worse, a cracked or stripped gear within the transmission.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Failing to catch these early could mean total transmission failure, and if your transmission goes, your vehicle is not safe to drive. Vehicles with a blown transmission slip in and out of gear, struggle to accelerate and are difficult to control, meaning you\u2019ll most likely need a tow truck. In terms of expense, replacing a transmission is second only to replacing the engine block, so not staying on top of your servicing \u2013 or worse, ignoring symptoms \u2013 could saddle you with a very expensive repair bill.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Discovering a cracked gear or a worn clutch can be an expense, but it\u2019ll save you the biggest cost of replacing a transmission.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Radiator_problems\"><\/span><strong>Radiator problems&nbsp;<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Your radiator is a vital part of your car. From the moment you turn the ignition, your car is generating heat \u2013 and a lot of it. A modern car\u2019s engine is designed to operate at around 90 to 100\u00b0C \u2013 running just 20\u00b0C higher for a sustained period of time can lead to engine pistons cracking, worn out bearings and blown out water pumps. Higher than that and you\u2019re looking at a seized engine, blown head gasket or ruined cylinder heads \u2013 all of which are very, very expensive to fix!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That\u2019s why you need to be looking after your radiator \u2013 the little box that keeps your engine from melting down. A crack in your radiator is a common fault that can often be easily patched, but if left long enough, that crack can grow, requiring the entire radiator as well as the thermostat and radiator hoses to be replaced. Without it, you\u2019ll be leaking coolant and running the risk of your engine cooking itself to death. Staying on top of your scheduled servicing can ensure that even if a fault develops, you\u2019ll only be paying a little bit extra, rather than forking out for a brand-new system.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Isnt_there_another_way\"><\/span><strong>Isn\u2019t there another way?&nbsp;<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Keeping up with those scheduled services is annoying. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carbar.com.au\/car-subscription\">Carbar is a new way to drive<\/a>, offering a no worries way for everyone to get the car they want, when and where they want it. For one flat weekly rate, you get exclusive access to a vehicle you\u2019ll love to drive, bundled with insurance, registration, roadside assistance and \u2013 yes \u2013 servicing. 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