Imagine this - As you drive down the road, you notice something isn't quite right. Your car feels heavier than usual, the steering wheel seems harder to turn, and there's an odd grinding noise when you make a sharp turn. These symptoms could be signs of power steering problems.

Firstly, if your car feels heavy and difficult to turn, it's a sure sign of power steering issues. The power steering pump may not be working properly, which can make it difficult to maneuver your car. This can cause strain on your arms and back muscles, and may make it difficult to navigate turns or corners.

Secondly, if you're experiencing a hard time turning your steering wheel, it's also a clear indication of power steering issues. A failing power steering system can cause the steering wheel to resist movement, making it difficult to steer your vehicle in any direction. This can cause increased wear and tear on your steering components and tires, leading to costly repairs in the long run.

Finally, if you hear an odd grinding noise while making sharp turns, it's a symptom of a damaged power steering pump or steering rack. This sound may occur when the power steering fluid is low, the belt is slipping or is broken, or when the steering rack is worn out. It's important to address this issue as soon as possible to avoid further damage to your vehicle's power steering system.

This system not only controls the steering but the hydraulic pressure in the engine, the performance of the transmission and the functioning of the radiator to keep the vehicle from overheating. When you're in need of power steering service in Northgate, call us!

Power steering services from Northgate Automotive

Knowing what is causing the catch in the gears or the lack of reaction from the steering wheel will help you communicate to our team so that we can efficiently resolve the issue. Some of the common symptoms and causes of power steering failure include:

The power steering or hydraulic actuator fluid may have run out or there may be a leak.

There may be a build-up of mineral deposits in the radiator, the coolant hose maybe broken or the radiator fluid may be empty.

The power steering or engine belts may be loose causing incorrect pressure to be sent through the system.

The gear teeth or timing belts in the transmission may be worn.

Nationwide Guarantee: We are a part of the Repco family of Authorised Service centres which means that we can offer our nationwide warranty on all of the work we do on your vehicle.

Fully Qualified: From log book servicing to alternators we have the team with the skill, knowledge and latest diagnostic equipment to get the job done.

Great Value: As your local Northgate service centre we work with the Repco spare parts network and local suppliers to get you the right price.

For power steering service, make an appointment at Northgate Automotive!

Get your power steering issues resolved efficiently by our team of fully qualified professionals at Northgate Automotive. From repair to replacement, we provide great value and a nationwide guarantee...

Power Steering Repair and Services in Northgate, QLD

Unveiling the Secret to a Smooth Ride: Understanding Wheel Bearing Servicing and Repairs

Do you ever wonder what keeps your wheels spinning seamlessly on the road? Well, the secret lies in your wheel bearings! 

These humble yet crucial components play a vital role in ensuring a smooth and safe ride. Regular inspection and maintenance of your wheel bearings are key to avoiding potential problems down the road. In this article, we'll highlight three essential benefits of keeping a close eye on your wheel bearings and the importance of seeking professional repairs.

1. Enhanced Safety: Picture this - you're driving down the highway, and suddenly you hear an unsettling rumbling noise. Neglected wheel bearings can gradually wear down, leading to excessive play and instability in your wheels. Regular inspection of your wheel bearings helps detect early signs of wear and tear, preventing the risk of catastrophic failures and potential accidents. By addressing issues promptly, you'll enjoy improved control, stability, and overall road safety.

2. Prolonged Lifespan: Like any other mechanical component, wheel bearings undergo constant stress and strain while supporting the weight of your vehicle. Over time, debris, dirt, and moisture can infiltrate these delicate parts, causing corrosion and premature wear. Regular servicing of your wheel bearings allows mechanics to clean and lubricate them, creating a protective barrier against external elements. This ensures their smooth operation, reducing the risk of friction-induced damage, and ultimately extending their lifespan.

3. Cost Savings: It's no secret that proactive maintenance always trumps costly repairs. By regularly inspecting your wheel bearings, potential issues can be identified early on, preventing them from snowballing into more significant problems. A well-maintained wheel bearing system not only avoids costly breakdowns but also contributes to the overall health of your vehicle's suspension and steering systems. This translates to significant savings in the long run by mitigating the need for expensive repairs and ensuring optimum performance of your car.

Breakdown can cause a loss of efficiency, a lack of control over the car, unsteady driving conditions and can lead to dangerous circumstances. To keep your car, truck or fleet of vehicles in top shape, make an appointment with our friendly mechanics at Northgate Automotive. We will check everything from the lug bolts to the seal and get you running in no time.

Wheel Bearing Services from Northgate Automotive include:

At Northgate Automotive we like to teach our mechanics and clients as much as possible about their vehicle. There is a certain peace of mind which comes from understanding how your vehicle operates. To help you understand key terms which have to do with your wheel bearing services, we have compiled a short list of terms:

Bearings: Small metal balls which rotate perfectly and control the rotation of the wheels.

Front Race, Outer Race, Centre Race: Set of bearings which come from the manufacturer.

Hub Assembly: This is the connection between the drive axle and the brakes. This part may contain the brake sensors in some vehicles.

Wheel Rim: Outer edge of the wheel which holds the tyres in place.

Spindle: Carries the hub assembly and attaches to the vehicle's suspension system.

Peace of Mind: We back all of the work we perform on your vehicle with our Repco Nationwide Warranty as we are a Repco Authorised Service Centre.

Great Mechanics: Thanks to being a part of the Repco network, the Northgate Automotive mechanics are kept up to date on all of the latest parts and services with ongoing training seminars and service bulletins via the National Auto Tech Training Program.

Great Value: Our connection to local vendors paired with our access to the Repco spare parts network helps us to give you the best service at the best price in Northgate.

Book your vehicles wheel bearing service in with the professionals at Northgate Automotive today!

Discover the importance of regular inspection and servicing of wheel bearings. Prevent potential problems and ensure a smooth and safe ride with expert wheel bearing repairs. Our expert team at Northgate Automotive will inspect, repair and replace worn and damaged components fast!

Protect Your Ride with Wheel Bearing Servicing and Repairs in Northgate

Wheel Bearing Servicing and Repairs: Your Key to a Reliable and Safe Ride

The constant velocity joint, or CV joint, connects your transmission to your wheels.

When working properly this part ensures a smooth and constant rotation of the wheels while you are turning corners, ensuring a comfortable and safe ride.

If there are issues such as a cracked or torn boot or not enough high pressure grease, then the CV joint can fail. Symptoms include poor handling around corners, vibrating or an audible clicking sound whilst cornering.

Contact us at the first sign of trouble because repairing a torn boot and refilling the grease is a relatively cheap and easy procedure but if you leave it you could end up with a failed joint which needs to be replaced. We are located in Northgate and serve many customers in the surrounding areas as well.

Exceptional Care: As a part of the Repco Authorised Service network of mechanics we have all the latest diagnostic equipment to keep your car running at optimal performance

Peace of Mind: We offer the peace of mind which comes from our Nationwide Warranty along with the friendly service which comes from dealing with a neighbourhood shop

Education: Not only are our mechanics attending ongoing seminars and checking service bulletins, but they are always available to help our clients learn more about what is going on with their car

High Pressure Grease re­filling (this goes in the boot)

Clicking sound when turning which may be caused from a loss of the high pressure grease due to a cracked boot.

Growling when the vehicle is in motion due to a broken or loose CV joint.

Vibrations when accelerating due to a worn joint.

For a high quality CV Joint & Boot Service at a competitive price, contact us using the links below. We can service many customers in Northgate and the surrounding areas.

Get more useful information in Repco's Steering & CV Boots Auto Facts Video

When working properly the cv joint boot ensures a smooth and constant rotation of the wheels while you are turning corners, ensuring a comfortable and safe ride.

CV Loint & Boot Service in Northgate

Northgate Automotive are European Car Service Specialists in Northgate and surrounding suburbs.

Northgate Automotive have the expertise and knowledge to provide 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 right here in our well equipped Northgate workshop.

Why should I see a European car specialist?

European cars require a high level of specialised knowledge to service or maintain them to the standards they deserve, due to their distinctive craftsmanship and finely tuned engines. Euro and Luxury vehicles often have cutting edge technologies that require cutting edge expertise.

As members of the Repco Auto-Tech training programme - Australia's leading provider of automotive technical training and information, you are certain that Northgate Automotive are always up to date with all modern vehicle servicing techniques. Through the Auto-Tech encyclopaedia and SmartQuote programs Northgate Automotive have access to the correct service schedules for all Luxury makes and models.

Our highly skilled technicians know exactly how to conduct the care of all European and Luxury Vehicles, whether it be using European car specific software for diagnosis or choosing the right quality parts. 

If you're looking for an Peugeot 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.

Northgate Automotive have the expertise and knowledge to provide repairs, service and diagnostics on all European and Luxury vehicles...

European and Luxry Car servie and repairs in Northgate

Call the experts at Northgate Automotive to perform your next Log Book Service without voiding your Statutory New Car Warranty.

We can perform fully qualified log book servicing on a wide range of makes and models including: Holden, Ford, Mazda, Toyota, Nissan, BMW, Audi, Hyundai, Honda, Kia - and many more.

Ensuring that your car is regularly serviced maintains the service history of your vehicle and keeps your manufacturer's warranty intact.

 Even if you don't have a physical log book we can still perform a Log Book Service - it just means that we follow the manufacturers guidelines. We can certainly provide you with a log book to help you record your cars service history, which will be a benefit if you ever decide to sell your vehicle. Want to know more about log book servicing - click here

Many people believe they must go back to a car dealership for New Car Log Book servicing in order to maintain the warranty. Actually, the ACCC have consistently confirmed that under Australian Law, you are free to have your car service carried out by a mechanic or service centre of your choice provided they are qualified to do so. See our video to learn more. 

New Car Warranties … the Facts.

Sick of having to take your car all the way across town to the dealer for log book servicing? We've got some good news for you. As an authorised mechanic, Northgate Automotive can perform log book services and still maintain your warranty. What's more, we are a Repco Authorised Service centre which means our work is covered by our Nationwide Warranty. 

The expert team at Northgate Automotive are fully qualified to conduct your vehicle's next log book service...

New Car Log Book Servicing in Northgate

The Key to a Safer and Longer Lasting Vehicle

Ensuring your vehicle's suspension system is in top condition is vital for a smooth and secure driving experience. At Northgate Automotive in Northgate, we take pride in being the leading specialists for all your car suspension requirements. Our skilled technicians are committed to diagnosing, repairing, and replacing suspension components with precision and care.

The suspension and shock absorbers are not just there to give you a smooth ride, they are integral for the correct operation of your vehicle, therefore keeping you, your passengers and other road users safe. Regular servicing and maintenance can help to prevent problems, but if you notice anything amiss, contact us ASAP to get it checked out.

Are you tired of feeling every bump on the road and worried about the safety of your vehicle? It's time to give your car the attention it deserves! Regular inspection and servicing of your suspension and shock absorbers can offer a plethora of benefits that will keep your vehicle in top-notch condition.

In simple terms, inspecting and servicing your suspension and shock absorbers regularly means ensuring that your vehicle remains stable, comfortable, and safe to drive. It allows you to experience smoother rides, protects you from accidents, and increases the longevity of your car. So, don't ignore these essential maintenance tasks - invest in the well-being of your vehicle and enjoy the benefits it brings to your driving experience.

A vehicle's suspension system is a complex arrangement designed to offer stability, control, and comfort. Key components include:

Understanding Your Car’s Suspension System

Springs: Absorb impact from road irregularities.

Shock Absorbers (or Struts): Dampen the springs' oscillations to ensure smooth motion.

Control Arms: Connect the wheel hub to the vehicle frame, allowing controlled movement.

Ball Joints: Spherical bearings that permit the pivoting of control arms.

Bushings: Cushion parts and reduce vibration.

Sway Bars (Stabiliser Bars): Reduce body roll during cornering.

Tie Rods: Link the steering mechanism to the wheels.

Over time, suspension components face significant wear due to road conditions, driving habits, and vehicle load. Common problems include:

Springs: May sag, break, or lose elasticity.

Shock Absorbers: Can leak fluid or become worn.

Control Arms and Ball Joints: May wear and loosen, affecting alignment and handling.

Bushings: Can crack, harden, or deteriorate, leading to increased noise and vibration.

Sway Bars: Might bend or have worn links, impacting stability.

Tie Rods: Can loosen or wear, causing steering issues.

At Northgate Automotive, we provide a full range of suspension services to tackle any issues your vehicle may face. Our offerings include:

Spring Replacement: Restore ride height and comfort by replacing sagging or broken springs.

Shock Absorber and Strut Replacement: Ensure safe and smooth handling with new shock absorbers and struts.

Control Arm and Ball Joint Replacement: Guarantee proper alignment and handling with new components.

Bushing Replacement: Reduce noise and improve ride quality by replacing worn bushings.

Sway Bar and Link Replacement: Maintain stability during turns by replacing bent sway bars or worn links.

Tie Rod End Replacement: Ensure precise steering control with new tie rods.

An important part of keeping all aspects of your vehicle working properly is to stick to your regular Log Book servicing schedule. However, if you notice any of the following symptoms you should get your vehicle checked out as soon as possible;

Nose diving and swerving - bonnet dips when braking or slowing down

Car rocks and rolls over bumps and doesn't hug bends when cornering

Our suspension and shock absorber services include inspection, diagnosis, repairs and replacements so we'll have your car fixed and back on the road time. Don't delay, book today.

Top Quality: As a part of the Repco Authorised Service Centre network all of the work we perform is backed by the Repco Authorised Service Nationwide Warranty, which covers quality Repco parts and labour. and is supported at over 500 Repco Authorised Service Dealers Australia wide.

The Right Parts: Our mechanics are kept up on all the latest parts thanks to Repco Authorised Service bulletins via the National Auto Tech training program. Additionally, we have access to the Repco spare parts network which means we can find you the right part at the right price.

The Best Team: Our mechanics are well versed in many different makes and models. From a fleet of vehicles to the family car, we are here for you.

Don't let a worn suspension compromise your vehicle's performance and safety. Contact Northgate Automotive in Northgate today to schedule your car suspension service. Experience the difference expert care and quality service can make to your driving experience.

For high quality Suspension & Shock Absorber Services at a competitive price, contact us using the booking enquiries form below. 

Get more useful information in Repco Authorised Service Shock Absorbers Auto Facts Video

Are you tired of feeling every bump on the road and worried about the safety of your vehicle? It's time to give your car the attention it deserves! Visit Northgate Automotive for all your Suspension Repairs.

Unleash a Smooth Ride Expert Suspension & Shock Absorber Servicing in Northgate

Your car's suspension and steering are critical for stability, good handling and ultimately safety whilst on the road.  That's why a regular suspension and steering service that includes inspection of the overall suspension and steering system, will protect the longevity of your tyres and the efficiency of your vehicle.

At Northgate Automotive, we have highly trained mechanics that are familiar with all types of steering and suspension systems. We are able to inspect, diagnose and discuss possible maintenance and/or repairs that are required for your car. 

A regular suspension and steering service that includes inspection of the overall suspension and steering system, will protect the longevity of your tyres and the efficiency of your vehicle.

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Northgate Automotive Repairs take great pride in offering their clients personalised, and friendly service at all times.
		
Conveniently located in Northgate, the business is a member of the Repco Auto Tech training program, ensuring their technicians are kept fully up to date with modern vehicle repair methods. 
		
Northgate Automotive Repairs have a wealth of experience in servicing all makes and models, including commercial fleet vehicles. As a Repco Authorised Service centre, they have a commitment to high quality workmanship and customer satisfaction.

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