Services | Total Auto Centre

Logbook Servicing

Whenever you purchase a new vehicle, the manufacturer provides you with a warranty which covers the cost of any parts failures. The warranty is only valid, however, if you have the vehicle periodically serviced by a certified mechanic, who records these services in your vehicle’s logbook.

Here at Total Auto, our skilled mechanics are fully certified to provide logbook servicing for all:

Petrol vehicles
Diesel vehicles
Electric/hybrid vehicles

Brake Services

Your brakes are the most important safety feature your vehicle has. While other safety systems can reduce the severity of an accident, your brakes act preventatively. The condition of your brakes is often the difference between an accident and an emergency stop.

Your brakes suffer an astonishing amount of wear, routinely bringing over a tonne of material to a complete stop from high speeds multiple times a day. For this reason, we agree with brake manufacturers that you should have your brakes checked at least once a year.

Here at Total Auto, our expert technicians can help you with:

Brake component replacement
Brake fluid replacement
Brake hose repairs
Brake restorations

Steering & Suspension

Faults and flaws in your steering and suspension affect handling, ride comfort, stopping distance, and much more, causing play, or stiffness in the steering wheel, body lean through corners, and many other issues. Your suspension is also responsible for maximising the grip your tyres exert on the road surface, and a poor suspension will increase your stopping distance.

Total Auto’s skilled mechanics can provide the following services:

Wheel alignments
Shock absorbers, springs and struts
Wheel balancing
Bushing replacement
Power steering repairs and replacement
Lift kits and 4WD upgrades

Tyres

Your tyres are the deciding factor in handling and traction. You can have perfect suspension, steering, brakes, everything, but if your tyres are worn, none of that will matter. While they may seem simple, tyres are actually the result of impressive engineering. For example, one of the uses of grooves in tyres is to act as channels to divert water away from tyres on wet roads.

Here at Total Auto, we can provide tyres from major brands for all makes and models of:

Car
4WD
Light Truck

Diesel Particulate Filter and Exhaust Gas Recirculation

As with all filters, the DPF filters and traps pollutants from your diesel engine’s exhaust. Over time, these pollutants build up in your DPF and the filter needs to be cleaned, unblocked and regenerated for your engine to keep running smoothly.

Here at Total Auto, our experienced technicians can help you with:

We have several processes for cleaning, unblocking and regenerating diesel particulate
filters (DPF).
Provide full exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) cleaning & servicing
Throttle body and induction system cleaning and servicing

RWC & Vehicle Inspections

If you’re planning on selling or otherwise transferring ownership of a vehicle, you must first obtain a Roadworthy Certificate, issued by a licensed tester after a thorough inspection. The inspection ensures that the vehicle can be safely driven on Victorian roads.

When you’re looking at buying a secondhand vehicle, we would recommend bringing it in for a pre-purchase inspection. The pre-purchase inspection ensures that you know exactly what you’re buying, and helps you avoid any nasty surprises.

If you’re planning a trip out into the bush, or even just a long road trip, we’d strongly endorse bringing it in for a pre-trip inspection. Would you rather discover your timing belt is about to snap in a mechanic’s workshop where it can be fixed, or find out about it when it does snap out in the middle of nowhere.

Clutch & Transmission

As part of the assemblage that transmits power from the engine to the wheels, the clutch and transmission are comprised of some of the most intricate and complicated machinery in your vehicle. Due to their sophisticated nature, even minor flaws can quickly escalate into very costly repairs. If you notice a strange clicking sound when turning, or are having trouble changing gears, we would recommend getting your transmission checked ASAP.

Here at Total Auto, our proficient mechanics can help you with:

Automatic transmission servicing
Automatic transmission rebuilds
Manual transmission servicing
Manual transmission rebuilds
Clutch repair and replacement
Driveshaft and axle service & replacement
Differentials

Engine Services

The engine is, of course, the most important part of the vehicle. If your engin isn’t working, you don’t have a car, you have an expensive, heavy lawn ornament.

Total Auto’s experienced technicians can help you with all of your engine issues, including, but not limited to:

Engine repairs
Engine rebuilds
Engine reconditioning
Engine testing
Engine blocks
Cylinder heads
Camshafts
EFI diagnostics

Cooling Systems

If your cooling system is malfunctioning, it can cause a multitude of issues, from reduced fuel efficency and power output, and decreased engine lifespan as leaking coolant and overheating damages the engine. If these problems are ignored for long enough, they will render your vehicle immobile, with the cost of repairs being comparable to buying a secondhand car!

Total Auto’s accomplished technicians can provide the following services:

Radiator/heater unit repairs and replacement
Head gasket replacement
Coolant flush and leak check
Thermostat check and replacement

Exhaust Services

While most of us easily remember that our engines need fuel to function, it’s easy to forget that oxygen is just as important to your engine. Your exhaust is important as it draws away waste gases from your engine bay, allowing fresh air to enter. If you’re looking for a performance upgrade for your vehicle, the exhaust is a good place to start.

Here at Total Auto, our experienced technicians can help you with:

Exhaust repairs
Exhaust replacement
Exhaust modifications
Exhaust upgrades

Air Conditioning

Your air conditioning actually degrades more from disuse than from use, as the rubber tubing and seals, which make up the majority of the system, dry up and crack when not used, allowing the refrigerant gas to leak out and rob your aircon of its cooling power.

At Total Auto, we can fully repair your AC, starting by replacing broken compressors and condensers, then swapping out any cracked tubing and seals, and finally recharging your system with refrigerant once we’re sure it’s hermetically sealed.

Auto Electrical

As modern vehicles have increased in complexity, more and more functionality is being governed by the on-board auto electrical network. The network handles everything from playing music and measuring fuel consumption, to assisting with gear changes, braking, and even monitoring the engine and putting the vehicle into limp mode if a serious flaw is detected, to prevent lasting damage.

Here at Total Auto, our skilled auto electricians can help you with:

Alternators and starter motors
Battery check and replacement
Component test and replacement
Diagnostic scans
Lighting upgrades
Accessory installation
Solar/battery systems
Audio installations organised for you

Windscreen Repairs

Total Auto has been a trusted name in the vehicle repair industry for 40 years, renowned for quality workmanship and fast, reliable service. Specializing in repairs only, we offer a cost-effective alternative to replacements, ensuring exceptional service for stone chips, glass scratches, and oxidized headlights. Our mobile on-site repair service caters to both trade and retail customers, providing convenience and efficiency.

Headlight Restoration: Removes oxidation, restoring clarity and optimal light output for safer night driving.
Windscreen Chip & Crack Repairs: Prevents chips from spreading, maintaining the windscreen’s structural integrity.
Glass Scratch Removal: Professional polishing removes wiper blade scratches and other surface abrasions, enhancing visibility and roadworthiness.

Wheel Alignment

At Total Auto, located in Brighton, we pride ourselves on providing top-notch wheel alignment services. Our team understands the importance of precise wheel alignment for the safety and performance of your vehicle. At Total Auto Centre, we use state-of-the-art equipment to ensure your wheels are perfectly aligned, enhancing your driving experience and extending the life of your tires.

Our wheel alignment services at Total Auto in Brighton are designed to correct any misalignment issues, which can cause uneven tire wear, poor handling, and decreased fuel efficiency. By choosing our services, you can trust that your vehicle will be in expert hands, ensuring optimal performance and safety on the road.

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