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 Belgrave Automotive, your trusted local mechanic in Caringbah, 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 Belgrave Automotive, your local Repco Authorised Service centre in Caringbah, 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 Belgrave Automotive today.

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

Smooth Out Clunking in Your Territory or Falcon

At Belgrave Automotive in Caringbah, 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 Belgrave Automotive, 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 Belgrave Automotive. 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

Providing New Car Service & Automotive Log Book Service in Caringbah since 2003, Belgrave Automotive offers you the very best in car servicing and automotive repairs

Owned and operated locally by head mechanic Mark Parrott with the help of his son Sam, the Repco Authorised Service centre that is Belgrave Automotive (MVRL61953) provide a full range of mechanical services. Our fully qualified log book servicing ensures your car gets the best, most efficient maintenance. We provide quality car service and repairs on all makes and models, including fleet, 4WD and Diesel vehicles.

It is commonly said that the best form of advertising is a satisfied customer. We are proud that our patrons have been dealing with us for so many years and regularly refer us to all those they know and hold dear. That shows their trust in us and that is simply everything to us! 

As a Repco Authorised Service centre, we have a commitment to high quality workmanship. Our Caringbah workshop is a member of the Repco Auto Tech training program, ensuring each mechanic is kept fully up to date with modern vehicle repair methods. So you can rest assured - with a Belgrave Automotive mechanic in charge of your car service you are in safe hands.

For friendly service from a trusted independent mechanic in Caringbah NSW, you know you can always rely on the team at Belgrave Automotive

As your local car service mechanic in Caringbah, NSW, Belgrave Automotive (MVRL61953) take great pride in offering only the very best in car service and automotive repairs...

Automotive Servicing and Repairs in Caringbah

Belgrave Automotive is happy to be an authorised LPG examiner which offers Vehicle LPG Inspections. Please feel free to contact us for your next LPG Inspection.

“Recent random mechanical checks of vehicles within the Sydney metropolitan area indicate that correct inspection procedures are not being followed by some AIS when inspecting LPG fuel systems. These inspection standards are detailed in Rule 108 of the Rules for Authorised Inspection Stations.

The random checks have detected leaks in the fuel line connections in a range of makes and models of vehicles. Leaks from these systems pose a serious safety threat to the occupants of the vehicle, and if ignited, those in the vicinity of the vehicle. AIS are therefore reminded of their responsibility to thoroughly check any vehicle fitted with an LPG system to ensure that the system has no leaks. You should use an approved gas detecting device or foaming agent solution when conducting an inspection on an LPG system.

Only authorised LPG examiners must inspect the LPG system on a vehicle.”

To book your LPG inspection in with Belgrave Automotive, give us a call or book online!

Vehicle LPG inspection in Caringbah

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 Caringbah 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 Authorised Service Service Nationwide Warranty along with the friendly service which comes from dealing with a trusted independent workshop

Education: Not only do our mechanics have access to a vast library of diagnostic information and service bulletins, 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, speak with the team at Belgrave Automotive. We are conveniently located at Unit 1 / 63-73 Willarong Road and can service customers in Caringbah and the surrounding areas.

Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI) Service and Repairs in Caringbah

Call Belgrave Automotive for all your diesel 4WD and diesel passenger vehicle repairs, inspections and services. We are conveniently located in Caringbah.

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 Belgrave Automotive are fully qualified to service diesel SUV, AWD, 4WD and Passenger diesel vehicles. Contact us today.

Call Belgrave Automotive for all your diesel 4WD and diesel passenger vehicle repairs, inspections and services.

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Belgrave Automotive (LIC# MVRL53441) take great pride in offering their clients personalised, and friendly service at all times. 
		
Conveniently located in Caringbah, 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. 
		
Belgrave Automotive 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, ensuring the very best in automotive care.

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