New and Used Car Care

Q What are the signs that my car's brakes need servicing?

A Signs that your car's brakes may need servicing include squeaking or grinding noises when braking, a soft or spongy brake pedal, vibrations or pulsations when braking, or an illuminated brake warni...

Q What is the lifespan of a car battery?

A The lifespan of a car battery varies depending on factors such as usage, climate, and maintenance. On average, a car battery can last around three to five years. However, regular battery inspection...

Q What is the recommended tire pressure for my car?

A The recommended tyre pressure can typically be found on a sticker inside the driver's door jamb or in the owner's manual. It is important to maintain the proper tyre pressure as specified by the ma...

Q How easy is it to repair a dent?

A It is best to take your car to a specialist to repair any dents in your car, at Chapelhouse we can help with dent repair and any respraying if need be. Ideally, you want to ensure it’s done in a co...

Q What should you check monthly on your car?

A We recommend that you check your screen wash level, tyre pressure, tyre tread level, oil level and coolant. These should also be checked before undertaking a long journey. Regular car cleaning is a...

Q What is the easiest way to repair rust?

A Rust is tricky. It needs to be sanded off then repaired and repainted. If you’re seeing signs of rust, it’s best to act sooner rather than later and speak to our Chapelhouse Bodyshop. If the rust i...

Q How do I repair a leather seat?

A It is very tricky to repair a seat, especially leather. Our Aftersales team will be able to help you advise on leather repairs and re-connolising at all of our service departments. We would always...

Q How to fix a scratched alloy?

A Aluminium wheel repairs and refurbishing is available on all varieties of wheels including diamond-turned alloys and powder-coated rims.

Q How to replace a blown bulb?

A Replacement bulbs including LED, Signature & directional lamps can be advised and renewed at each of our service locations

Q Can I check my car history online?

A Some manufacturers do have your service history online, such as MG, but most don’t have this and will rely on a service book.

Q How often should car tyres be changed?

A This is dependent on the car and how it is driven but the legal limit is 1.6mm of tread. By law, the tyres will need to be replaced. Once your car tyres reach 3mm of tread, your breaking distance i...

Q When do I need to change my oil?

A Your car should be serviced every year or when your car hits a certain mileage set by the manufacturer. Your oil will be changed as part of your service.

Q What happens if I can't find my service book?

A Replacement service books are available to order and digital service records are updated upon invoice verification.

Q How much does it cost to maintain a car?

A This can vary depending on the car type and aftercare you choose. There are many levels of services available and also options for genuine parts. If you are unsure about costs, speak to a member of...

Q When should my brake fluid be changed?

A We recommend changing your brake fluid every second year due to moisture build-up.

Q What does a car service include?

A There are different levels of service available so this will depend on which you choose but you are likely to have the oil and oil filter replaced along with the spark plugs. You can find out more...

Q When should my Cam Belt be replaced and why is this important?

A Each vehicle will have a different time to replace the timing belt, it's always advisable to ask one of our service professionals based on make, model, mileage and age. This will reduce the risk of...

Q Why is A/C servicing important?

A There are several reasons why this is important. Many cars now have climate control as standard, ensuring optimum comfort all year round, which relies on your air conditioning working correctly. It...

Q How often should my car be serviced?

A Each car has a different mileage cap, but most cars should be serviced around every 12,000 miles or once a year, whichever comes first. If you do more miles each year, you may need more than one se...

Q How often should spark plugs be changed?

A All vehicles are different. Most vehicles require spark plugs to be changed every three years. At Chapelhouse, we check these as part of your annual service.

Q What windscreen cracks can be repaired?

A Minor screen damage/stones chips can be advised upon and repaired by our in-house specialists. If your windscreen has a chip, you are best to get it repaired before it gets worse. Hitting a bump...

Q How often should I change my wipers?

A We recommend you change your wiper blades approximately every 6-12 months. This is because windshield wipers are made of rubber which degrades over time, and becomes less effective. Rubber wipers...