🧰 Practical Maintenance Advice from Bristol’s Trusted Garage
Keeping your vehicle in top shape doesn’t have to be complicated — just consistent. At Chandler Motor Company, your local Peugeot specialist and Citroën expert, we help Bristol drivers maintain their vehicles with honest advice and proven techniques.
Whether you’re commuting through Bedminster or heading out past Avonmouth, this guide will give you the practical knowledge to maintain your vehicle efficiently and confidently.
📘 Table of Contents
- 📅 Establish a Regular Maintenance Schedule
- 🛢️ Keep Up with Oil Changes
- 💧 Check and Maintain Fluid Levels
- 🧃 Inspect and Replace Filters
- 🛞 Don’t Neglect Your Tyres
- 🛑 Attend to Brake Maintenance
- 🔋 Keep the Battery in Good Shape
- 🧼 Maintain Exterior and Interior Care
- 🚨 Address Warning Lights Promptly
- 👨🔧 Seek Professional Assistance
📅 Establish a Regular Maintenance Schedule
Sticking to a routine is your car’s best defence against costly repairs.
📘 Follow the manufacturer’s schedule
🛣️ Adjust intervals based on city vs. rural driving
📆 Use a maintenance log or mobile app to track services
🛢️ Keep Up with Oil Changes
Oil is the lifeblood of your engine.
🧃 Change oil every 5,000–7,500 miles, or as specified
🛠️ Use high-quality oil and filters
📉 Neglecting oil changes can cause permanent engine damage
💧 Check and Maintain Fluid Levels
Essential for smooth operation and longevity.
💦 Check levels monthly:
- Coolant
- Brake fluid
- Transmission fluid
- Power steering fluid
🧴 Top up only with manufacturer-approved fluids
🧃 Inspect and Replace Filters
Filters protect your vehicle’s systems from dirt and debris.
🌬️ Replace air filter every 12,000–15,000 miles
🚗 Replace cabin air filter annually or as needed
⛽ Replace fuel filters as per service intervals
🛞 Don’t Neglect Your Tyres
Your tyres are your first line of defence on the road.
📏 Check pressure monthly
🔄 Rotate every 6,000–8,000 miles
🧭 Inspect for uneven wear, cracks, or low tread
🛑 Attend to Brake Maintenance
Safe braking means peace of mind.
🔍 Inspect pads and rotors every service
🛑 Replace brake pads when under 3mm
💧 Check brake fluid and top up if needed
🔋 Keep the Battery in Good Shape
No one wants a surprise breakdown.
🔋 Clean terminals every 6 months
⚡ Test battery health if it’s over 3 years old
🧯 Replace if sluggish or failing to hold charge
🧼 Maintain Exterior and Interior Care
Looks matter — and so does longevity.
🚿 Wash your vehicle at least once a month
🛡️ Wax every 3–6 months to protect paint
🧽 Clean interiors to prevent premature wear
🚨 Address Warning Lights Promptly
Don’t ignore the signs.
🚦 Red = immediate attention
🟠 Amber = book diagnostics soon
📉 Delaying can lead to expensive repairs
👨🔧 Seek Professional Assistance
Some jobs need expert tools and experience.
👨🔧 Trust Chandler Motor Company for:
- Full diagnostics
- Brake system repairs
- Electrical & mechanical servicing
🧰 Our certified technicians are trained in Citroën and Peugeot systems
📞 Call: 0117 971 6070
💻 Book online
📍 Located in Bristol, trusted since 1978
🚗 Chandler Motor Company — Keeping your vehicle road-ready, the realistic way.