Your vehicle's differential bushings might be the culprit if they’re old, worn, or cracked. These essential components help control movement in the joints, absorb bumps on the road, and reduce vibrations and noise whether you’re driving forward or reversing. At Northern Car Care, your trusted local mechanic in Thomastown, we’re well-equipped to handle this and many other automotive issues.  

The Ford Territory and Falcon are undoubtedly two of the most popular vehicles seen on Australian roads. However, both models are known to experience significant wear in certain rear suspension components, particularly the rear differential bushing. This is most common in vehicles that have covered high mileage, possess high horsepower, or are regularly used for towing.

If you’ve noticed a clunking noise or felt a jolt when accelerating or shifting between drive and reverse, it may indicate that your differential bushing is no longer functioning as it should. The rear differential bushing is designed to ensure a smooth and quiet transfer of power from the engine to the rear wheels, making it a vital part of your vehicle’s performance.  

Ignoring this issue can lead to additional wear and tear on other drivetrain and suspension components, potentially resulting in more costly repairs. Acting promptly when symptoms arise is both practical and cost-effective.

At Northern Car Care, your local Repco Authorised Service centre in Thomastown, our skilled team has extensive experience diagnosing and resolving this problem. We can replace your worn rubber differential bushing with a durable Nolathane alternative, which is specifically engineered to address these concerns and restore your vehicle to peak performance.  

Did you know? Upgraded differential bushings, like Nolathane, not only improve durability but can also enhance handling and stability during cornering or heavy towing—offering additional benefits for your vehicle.

If clunking has become a regular part of your Territory or Falcon experience, don’t wait—get in touch with the team at Northern Car Care today.

Diagnose and repair differential bushing issues at Northern Car Care. Enhance performance, reduce noise, and improve handling with durable Nolathane upgrades. Book your service today!

Smooth Out Clunking in Your Territory or Falcon

At Northern Car Care in Thomastown, we understand how crucial the transmission is to your vehicle’s performance.  

Your transmission enables your car to shift smoothly between gears, and transmission fluid plays a vital role in making this possible. Not only does it ensure seamless gear changes, but it also protects the internal components of your transmission. While transmission fluid doesn’t naturally decrease with use, it’s still important to check its level regularly. 

Over time, transmission fluid can become contaminated with metal particles and debris, which can reduce the lifespan of your transmission. Replacing a transmission is a costly repair, so maintaining clean, adequate transmission fluid is a smart way to protect your vehicle and avoid unnecessary expenses in the long term. 

Additionally, it’s worth noting that transmissions can suffer from overheating if fluid levels are too low, as the fluid also helps regulate temperature within the system.

At Northern Car Care, we offer a comprehensive 65 Point Vehicle Condition Report with every full car service upon request. This includes inspecting your transmission fluid, and we’ll let you know if it needs replacing or if your vehicle could benefit from a transmission service.

Ensure smooth gear changes with Northern Car Care. We check and maintain transmission fluid as part of our services to keep your vehicle performing at its best. Book a service today!

Expert Vehicle Transmission Services

Have you had your car battery tested recently? If not, now is the ideal time to have a qualified mechanic check it as cold temperatures can lead to a flat battery quicker.

The battery in your car is a major component that plays a critical role in providing power for the starter, engine, and other electric accessories. Additionally, the battery can charge and store energy from the alternator. 

To ensure the longevity of your vehicle, regular inspections of the battery should be conducted. At Northern Car Care, our highly-trained technicians are qualified to evaluate and inspect your automotive battery and electric system.

Car battery failure is something that can happen at any time and without any warning. When your battery is dead, your car won't start, leaving you stranded and helpless. To avoid this from happening, it is important to be aware of the symptoms of a failing battery. Here are three signs to look out for:

Slow cranking or clicking noises when starting your car

A sudden loss of power while driving or idling

If you notice any of these symptoms, it's important to have your car battery tested and potentially replaced by a qualified technician. Don't wait until your car won't start, take preventative measures and stay safe on the road!

If a new battery is necessary, our automotive workshop in Thomastown carries an array of reliable and top-quality products at an excellent price which includes installation. To get the most out of your car, book an inspection of your battery now.

Come in today for your free battery test and let us make sure you won't have any problems!

Answers to your Questions about Car Batteries

At Northern Car Care, our highly-trained technicians are qualified to evaluate and inspect your automotive battery and electric system to ensure the longevity of your vehicle.

Car Battery services in Thomastown

Are you tired of constantly having problems with your car's DPF, catalytic converter or EGR oxygen sensors due to carbon buildup? Look no further than Northern Car Care's Onsite Carbon Cleaning service!

Using state-of-the-art technology, our expert mechanics can remove harmful carbon buildup from your engine, reducing emissions and improving performance. Our service is quick, convenient, and affordable, saving you money in the long run.

Not only does carbon buildup negatively impact your car's performance, it also contributes to air pollution. By choosing our Carbon Cleaning service, you can do your part in protecting the environment and reducing your carbon footprint.

At Northern Car Care, we are committed to providing top-notch service to our customers. We prioritise safety and ensure that your vehicle is roadworthy before returning it to you.

Don't let carbon buildup hold you back. Trust in Northern Car Care's Onsite Carbon Cleaning service for a cleaner, smoother, and more efficient ride. Book your appointment today and feel the difference for yourself!

Tired of your car's poor performance due to carbon buildup? Book an appointment with Northern Car Care for an efficient, affordable, and eco-friendly Onsite Carbon Cleaning service today.

Get Rid of Carbon Buildup with Northern Car Care's Carbon Cleaning Service

Northern Car Care can arrange all your Car Air Conditioner Regas, Inspection, Repair or Servicing needs in Thomastown and the surrounding areas.

Modern vehicles are extremely complex and just like the engine an automotive air conditioning system has components that need to be serviced or replaced on a regular basis to ensure continued reliable and efficient operation.

RAS Auto Facts - Air Conditioning

Leakage of refrigerant and evaporation mean that your air con system will begin to deteriorate and will have to work harder, increasing the amount of fuel you burn.

Therefore it's important that the rubber seals are inspected regularly for any signs of leaks or failure which could be a sign of an ongoing loss of refrigerant.

Having your car's air conditioning serviced yearly means you generally assist protection from costly breakdowns now and in the future, keep passengers safe by helping to prevent the build-up of potentially harmful substances and a well serviced vehicle air conditioner system actually saves you money because expends less fuel..

Northern Car Care care about the environment and can arrange car air conditioning re-gas, inspection, repair or servicing with a licensed technician.

Keep your cool this summer with an Air Conditioning Service in Thomastown arranged by Northern Car Care …

Air Conditioning Inspection and Servicing in Thomastown

Car Air Conditioning Inspection and Servicing in Thomastown

Northern Car Care offers you the very best in car servicing and automotive repairs

Here at Northern Car Care we are proud to be a locally owned and operated workshop servicing our local community of Thomastown. We believe that motorists in Thomastown deserve the very best in customer service and technical expertise, that's why we choose to be a part of Australia's largest independent network of mechanical workshops, proudly backed by the biggest name in the business - Repco.

As your local Repco Authorised Service centre we have access to the best parts and training in the country and offer a Nationwide Warranty honoured at over 500 workshops across Australia. Our Business is a member of the Repco Auto Tech training program,  ensuring each mechanic is kept fully up to date with modern vehicle repair methods.

Thomastown car service Northern Car Care are experts in Exhaust System service, replacements, repairs.

Your Car - Your Choice : Northern Car Care

We pride ourselves for our Auto Electrical work, Brake and Clutch servicing, as well as Diagnostics and Tuning. We can also perform pre-purchase inspections and vehicle condition report. We use only quality products and stock Penrite quality oils & Bendix brake pads. If you need new tyres, rotation, alignment and balancing we can arrange this too while your car is being serviced with us.

Car Battery Inspection, Testing, Supply & Fitting - Car battery failure is something that can happen at any time and without any warning. To ensure the longevity of your vehicle, regular inspections of the battery should be conducted. At Northern Car Care, our highly-trained technicians are qualified to evaluate and inspect your automotive battery and electric system.

Northern Car Care can perform General Service and Mechanical Repairs. Our fully qualified Log Book Servicing ensures your car is in safe hands, and we provide quality car service and repairs on all models, including four wheel drives, Diesel vehicles and commercial fleets. 

We are an Authorised Custom Fleet Merchant / Service provider who are an Australian and New Zealand premier fleet management organisation. All custom Fleet members can be assured of the very best service for their vehicles.

Loan car available for free with appointment

Highly experienced and qualified technicians

Close to Public Transport with Free Parking in front of the workshop

For friendly service from a trusted independent, you can rely on the team at Northern Car Care

Northern Car Care offers you the very best in car servicing and automotive repairs and are experts in Exhaust System replacements, repairs and custom built systems.

Automotive Servicing and Repairs in Thomastown

Should European vehicles be serviced by a European car specialist?

Northern Car Care have the knowledge and expertise to perform repairs, service and diagnostics on all European and Luxury vehicles including Alfa Romeo - Audi - BMW - Citroen - Ferrari - Fiat - Land Rover - Mercedes Benz - Mini Cooper - Peugeot - Lexus - Porsche - Volvo and many more locally in our Thomastown car service centre.

European cars are designed and built with distinctive craftsmanship, with finely tuned engines. A high level of specialised knowledge is required to service or maintain them to the standards they deserve. Cutting edge technologies often found in Euro or Luxury vehicles require cutting edge expertise.

As Repco Auto-Tech training programme members - Australia's leading provider of automotive technical training and information, rest assured that Northern Car Care are fully conversant with all modern vehicle servicing techniques. Through the Auto-Tech encyclopedia and SmartQuote programs Northern Car Care have instant access to the correct service schedules for all makes and models of Euro and Luxury Vehicles.

Our highly skilled technicians know exactly how to care for and maintain all European and Luxury Vehicles, from using European car specific software for diagnosis through to choosing the right quality parts.

If you're looking for an Audi service, an experienced BMW mechanic or someone to help protect your Luxury investment with qualified European car expertise contact us or book a service today.

Northern Car Care have the knowledge and expertise to perform repairs, service and diagnostics on all European and Luxury vehicles...

European and Luxury Car Service in Thomastown

Thomastown car service Northern Car Care are experts in Exhaust System replacements, repairs and custom built systems. Exhaust system services are required when you run into issues such as a build up of contaminates in the catalytic converter, issues with muffler or pipe failure due to rust or overheating because of a break in the catalytic converter shield. When you want to be safely back on the road in Thomastown turn to the local team you can trust.

Exhaust system failure: symptoms & causes

When your exhaust system fails you will know it. Everything from overheating to loud noises and strange smells will alert you to a problem. To help assess the issue and communicate it well with our team, check out these symptoms and causes to see if you are facing exhaust system issues.

If there is a build up of contaminates such as sulphur or lead in the catalytic converter it will no longer convert the exhaust into less dangerous chemicals.

If there is an issue with the manifold the vehicle will lose pressure and fuel efficiency.

Cracks and holes in the muffler reduce the sound deadening properties and the exhaust gets very loud.

Exhaust system services from Northern Car Care

Peace of Mind: We are a Repco Authorised Service Centre and offer the Repco Nationwide Warranty on all of the services we perform.

Great Value: As your partner in the community we work to build connections with other local vendors to bring the best deals to you.

Great Mechanics: Our team is passionate about what they do. Additionally, the mechanics in our shop attend training seminars via the Repco Auto Tech programme and receive service bulletins about the latest in diagnostic equipment, parts and services..

For these exhaust system issues and more, make an appointment with Northern Car Care to have your exhaust system inspected as the possible source of the problem 

When your exhaust system fails you will know it. Northern Car Care suggest that everything from overheating to loud noises and strange smells will alert you to a problem. To help assess the issue and…

Expert Exhaust System repair and service in Thomastown

Your electronic fuel injection (EFI) system is designed to rapidly deliver fuel to the engine in a highly efficient manner, helping your vehicle to run smoothly, at peak performance and using the minimum amount of fuel.

Symptoms of an EFI problem include the smell of fuel in the car, idling roughly, problems with starting and frequent stalling.

If you suspect you have a problem, bring your vehicle in for a no obligation inspection before it gets any worse. We are located in Thomastown and also serve customers from the surrounding areas.

Exceptional Care: As a part of the Repco Authorised Service Network of mechanics we have all the latest diagnostic training and technical equipment to keep your cars EFI system running at optimal performance

Peace of Mind: We offer the peace of mind which comes from The Repco Nationwide Warranty, which covers quality Repco parts and labour and is supported at over 500 Repco Authorised Service Dealers Australia wide.

Education: Not only do our mechanics have access to a vast library of diagnostic information and service bulletins via the Repco Auto Tech program, but they are always available if required to help our clients learn more about what is going on with their car

Our various EFI services include items such as;

Cleaning your Throttle valve, fuel filter and fuel injector

Here's a bit more info about EFI problems and about how we diagnose and fix problems with your EFI;

We use special computer Diagnostic equipment to test your car's ECU (electronic control unit). The ECU is basically a central computer which controls (amongst other things) the fuel injection process by taking information from the many sensors spread throughout the vehicle and making “decisions” based on pre-programmed inputs. The ECU can ‘self-diagnose' faults and send out a special fault code which our diagnostic scan equipment is able to extract and interpret.

Quite often, the ECU is being given ‘wrong' information by faulty sensors or other environmental factors and this is when we have to call upon our expert knowledge and advanced diagnostic training to correctly identify the problem.

Electronic probe testing and visual inspections can be made of your car's sensors, throttle valve, fuel filter, fuel pump and fuel injectors to make sure they are working correctly

Any leaks must be located and fixed without delay - Air leaks will seriously affect performance and fuel economy and can cause severe damage to engine components and quite obviously we don't want fuel leaking out anywhere!

Over time, Fuel lines, filters and valves can become clogged with contaminants or tank sediments so they'll need to be cleaned or replaced. Where necessary components can be unclogged using special flushing compounds.

If any sensors or the lines connecting them to the ECU are damaged they'll need to be fixed or replaced. While your car technically might be able to function without some of these sensors, they all keep track of information that is vital to the efficiency, performance and safety of your vehicle so your ECU will usually not let you run the vehicle until they are fixed and it will often send the vehicle into a state of basic operation known as ‘limp mode'

For a high quality Fuel Injection Service at a competitive price, contact us using the links below. We service customers in Thomastown and the surrounding areas.

If you suspect you have a problem with your electronic fuel injection, speak with the team at Northern Car Care today.

Fuel Injection (EFI) Service in Thomastown

Call Northern Car Care for all your diesel 4WD and diesel passenger vehicle repairs, inspections and services. We are conveniently located in Thomastown.

A diesel engine can be more efficient, better for the environment and cheaper to run than its petrol-powered counterpart. However, it still needs regular servicing to keep it running at an ultimate level and to help make sure nothing goes wrong. 

Our technicians at Northern Car Care are fully qualified to service diesel SUV, AWD, 4WD and Passenger diesel vehicles. Contact us today.

Call Northern Car Care for all your diesel 4WD and diesel passenger vehicle repairs, inspections and services.

Diesel Engine Service and Repairs in Thomastown

Diesel Repairs

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Your local Thomastown Repco Authorised Service is Northern Car Care, offering you the very best in car servicing and automotive repairs.

A trusted local favorite mechanic, Nothern Car Care has been serving local and visiting motorists for over 24 years from the same location on 224 Settlement Road in Thomastown, Victoria.

We are experts in Exhaust System replacements, repairs and custom built systems. We pride ourselves for our Auto Electrical work, Brake and Clutch servicing, as well as Diagnostics and Tuning.

We can also perform pre-purchase inspections, Road Worthy Certificate (RWC) tests and issue certificates of roadworthiness.

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