🧰 Simple Tips for Stress-Free Vehicle Care in Bristol
At Chandler Motor Company, we’re all about making car care clear and manageable — not overwhelming. As a Bristol-based Peugeot specialist, we know how important it is for drivers to stay on top of the basics.
Below you’ll find quick answers to common questions we hear in our garage — so you can handle routine maintenance with confidence.
📘 Table of Contents
- 🛢️ 1. How often should I change my oil?
- 🛞 2. How do I check my tyre pressure?
- 🛑 3. When should I replace my brake pads?
- 🌬️ 4. How do I replace my air filter?
- 🔋 5. How do I know when to replace my battery?
- ❄️ 6. How do I check my coolant levels?
- 🧼 7. How do I replace my windshield wipers?
- 🛠️ 8. How do I change a flat tyre?
- 🔁 9. How often should I rotate my tyres?
- 📍 10. Why regular maintenance matters
🛢️ 1. How often should I change my oil?
🧃 Change your oil every 5,000–7,500 miles, or as recommended in your owner’s manual.
⚙️ Clean oil = smoother performance, less engine wear.
🛞 2. How do I check my tyre pressure?
📏 Use a pressure gauge once a month and before long drives.
🧭 Inflate to the PSI listed in your car manual or driver’s door frame.
🛑 3. When should I replace my brake pads?
🔧 Replace when pads are 1/8 inch or thinner
🔊 Listen for squealing or grinding
🛑 Worn pads can damage rotors and reduce safety
🌬️ 4. How do I replace my air filter?
🔍 Locate the air filter housing
🧼 Remove the old filter and insert a new one
📅 Replace every 15,000–30,000 miles
🔋 5. How do I know when to replace my battery?
🪫 Common signs include:
- Slow engine start
- Dim headlights
- Battery warning light
📆 Most batteries last 3–5 years
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❄️ 6. How do I check my coolant levels?
🧊 Check only when the engine is cool
💧 Look at the coolant reservoir markings
📦 Top off if it’s below the minimum line — use the right type!
🧼 7. How do I replace my windshield wipers?
🛠️ Lift the wiper arm, press the release tab
🔄 Insert the new blade and click it into place
📅 Replace every 6–12 months
🛠️ 8. How do I change a flat tyre?
🔧 Locate the spare tyre and jack
📏 Loosen lug nuts, raise the car, swap the tyre
🛞 Tighten nuts and lower the car carefully
💡 Practice this in your driveway so you’re prepared in an emergency.
🔁 9. How often should I rotate my tyres?
📆 Rotate every 6,000–8,000 miles
📈 Helps tyres wear evenly and last longer
🛠️ Usually included in most service appointments
📍 10. Why regular maintenance matters
Routine care prevents:
⚠️ Breakdowns
💰 Expensive repairs
⛽ Poor fuel efficiency
🛠️ At Chandler Motor Company, we offer:
🔧 Full maintenance services
👨🔧 Expert diagnostics
🛠️ Specialised Peugeot specialist care
📍 Honest advice and dependable service since 1978
📞 Call: 0117 971 6070
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🚗 Trust Bristol’s own — Chandler Motor Company.