Roadworthy and Inspections

In most circumstances a roadworthy is needed if you re-register a car, sell a car, or if you have a pending defect notice.

Cardel Mechanical Repairs can conduct a roadworthy test usually on the same day and we can advise you on what you require. A roadworthy certificate can only be issued when the car passes all requirements.

Call us today to book your car in for a pre-purchase or road worthy inspection.

Brakes

The single most important safety feature on your car are your brakes and poor brake maintenance will reduce your stopping power, making your vehicle dangerous to drive.

Cardel Mechanical Repairs service and repair brakes for all makes and models, including replacement of brake pads, discs, drums, rotors and checking your brake lines for leaks or cracks. Moreover, we also machine and recondition your existing brakes and machine new components tailored to your vehicle.

Contact the friendly team at Cardel Mechanical Repairs for a professional brake inspection.

Steering and Suspension

Poor vehicle handling, and driver ride comfort originates from faults in your vehicle’s suspension and steering. For this reason, your steering and suspension needs to be maintained correctly to prevent poor vehicle handling and driver fatigue.

Preventing wear in the vehicles power steering and other steering mechanisms, suspension, springs, bushes and shock absorbers will give you the driving control the vehicle was initially designed for and will also play a role in the day to day safety of your driving.

If you’d like to know more, or to book your vehicle in for a service, contact Cardel Mechanical Repairs today.

Exhaust Repairs and Replacement

Cardel Mechanical Repairs offer a full range of exhaust repairs and replacement exhaust solutions. We repair, as well as replace, your exhaust system as required.

Catalytic converters can prove costly if genuine replacement components are fitted. Cardel Mechanical Repairs can replace just the required unit and retain original pipework.

A leaking or poorly functioning exhaust can be dangerous, so don’t put off an inspection. Call us today to arrange an inspection.

Air Conditioning

Your vehicle’s air conditioning not only keeps you cool in summer; it can also provide safer driving by removing humidity on the inside of your windscreen on foggy, winter days.

Without regular servicing, air conditioning units can fall into disrepair and will become a sorely missed feature of your vehicle in summer.  More importantly, left unchecked your air conditioning can cost you more in servicing and repairs.

Cardel Mechanical Repairs repair and replace air conditioning units, damaged belts, hoses and other air conditioning related parts.

Clutches and Transmissions

Your clutch and transmission are pieces of precision machinery, and regular servicing of your vehicle’s drivetrain saves larger expense in the longer term.

Without regular servicing minor faults can become costly repairs. If you notice burning smells coming from beneath the vehicle, you need to have your clutch and transmission checked immediately.

As you know a dealer will recommend you only have your car serviced by the dealer’s own service department.  You also have the option of taking your vehicle to any reputable auto repairer.

Engine Repair

Even with regular maintenance and servicing, engine repair is still required from time to time. Engines are very hardworking components in your car and ultimately their goal is to convert fuel into motion.

We provide a wide range of engine repairs including the following:

• Rebuilds
• Reconditioning
• Testing
• Engine blocks
• Cylinder heads
• Camshaft
• EFI diagnosis

Cooling System

Cardel Mechanical Repairs can service your vehicle’s cooling system, from replacing or repairing radiators and heater units, coolant flushes, testing of your vehicle’s thermostat and replacement of head gaskets.

Our cooling system specialists will assess the condition of your vehicle’s cooling system. After an initial inspection, our specialists will identify any faults or damage. In some cases, a few parts such as hoses, water pumps, or pressure caps may need replacing.

To find out more about our cooling services, contact us today.

Auto Electrical and Diagnosis

Now more than ever your vehicle is totally reliant on sophisticated electrical systems to ensure your vehicles operating safely and efficiently.

Moreover, your electrical systems provide fundamental settings to make sure that the operating systems deliver power to your vehicle’s various onboard devices to ensure vehicle performance, safety and comfort.

Our team can diagnose auto-electrical faults with our latest automotive technology. We conduct diagnostic scans and repairs on essential components, such as audio installations, lighting upgrades, solar battery systems, alternators replacement batteries and starter motors.

Tyres

Cardel Mechanical Repairs provides tyres from the world’s leading tyre manufacturers which permits us to offer our customers with tyres for cars (all makes and models), including: 4×4, trucks.

We also specialise in wheel balancing and alignment making sure our customers receive maximum value for their money, by reducing uneven wear and tear and improved vehicle safety.

Cardel Mechanical Repairs are experts in wheel alignment, utilizing the latest laser alignment technology, to ensure optimum wear and economy from your tyres.

Contact us today to find out more about our tyre, fitting and balancing service.