- Address
- 7/30 Swan Street Wollongong NSW
- Email Us
- wollongongmechanic@gmail.com
Monday – Thursday 7.30 am – 5.00 pm Friday 7.30 am to 4.00 pm
Monday – Thursday 7.30 am – 5.00 pm Friday 7.30 am to 4.00 pm
1st Choice Mechanical Repairs recommends checking your vehicle’s engine oil at least bi-monthly. How the vehicle is used, how old the vehicle is and many other contributing factors will determine the rate of oil consumption. Your vehicle will use up oil between changes, so we recommend regularly keeping an eye on the oil level.
If the oil level is low, do not put just any oil in the vehicle. The engine will require a specific type of engine oil, so check your owner’s manual. Using the wrong type of engine oil can harm the engine. We strongly recommend contacting 1st Choice Mechanical Repairs technicians for advice on what oil your vehicle’s engine takes and what we recommend if the oil is low.
It is great to be pro-active and check your engine oil. However, if you are not confident please do not hesitate to contact us.
Dipsticks vary in style and how they show the oil level, so check the owner’s manual for your vehicle. The dipstick will most likely have a yellow handle. With the engine NOT running, remove the dipstick, wipe it clean on a tissue and re-insert it all the way back down the tube until it stops. Remove and inspect the tip to see where the oil level is. Re-insert the dipstick into its tube, and make sure it is secured.
Oil consumption occurs in all engines, new or old. The upper components of the engine require constant lubrication, which requires small quantities of oil that will become burnt during the combustion process with temperatures reaching above 800 decrees Celsius.
The most significant losses of oil occur during this combustion process and will naturally cause oil levels to drop over time.
Using an incorrect oil for the engine is more than likely going to interfere with consumption. The oil must meet minimum viscosity (thickness) specifications and be suited to the characteristics and design of the vehicle. This is not acceptable. The wrong oil should not ever be used, even for a short time. In most cases, there will be several types of oil that can be used in the engine, and these options can change depending on how the engine wears. Contact 1st Choice Mechanical Repairs for advice on engine oil type.out
If you have purchased an extended warranty or have entered into an agreement with a particular manufacturer in relation to an extended warranty exceeding the manufacturer’s warranty period, please check the fine print for your responsibilities and what is actually covered.
You have the benefit of competitive rates while preserving your new car warranty.
We supply products and parts that meet or exceed manufacturer’s specifications.
Great customer service, reasonable pricing and mechanics provided an amazing service outcome for my car. Highly recommend 1st choice mechanics Wollongong.
Chloe BrownAndrew and the team are fantastic. I take my car to be serviced regularly and they're always respectful and have a very quick turn around time. Highly recommend 1st Choice... read more
Rebecca MouldsVery helpful staff and did a great job.
Steve “Twisted minds of me”The best mechanical workshop in Wollongong. Great prices and outstanding service. I have found the whole team friendly and happy to talk through your service.
Aaron DavisAndrew and his team are great! I've been using their services since I moved to Wollongong 7 years ago. I always recommend them to others. They have a quick return,... read more
Sandy JSuper friendly, efficient, great service. Called up to book a Pink Slip safety check as a first time customer they had it done in less than 10 minutes before work.
Christina AliferisGreat service and customer service. So much better than the "capped price" and "capped service" by the Subaru service centre up the road. I will be coming back
Dan SloanExcellent service and extremely reliable.
jordan giraldiAbsolutely fantastic customer service, so helpful answering any questions as well. Definitely recommend n will be going back. Thanks to Andrew and the team
Megan HiliExcellent service and great value. I've had a couple of minor maintenance/repair issues and they took the time to explain any issues I've had and discuss my options.
Gerard MoloneyHave been there twice now, the boys definitely know their stuff and are super generous with prices. Definitely a reliable service, will def be back.
Finn 123We have always experienced honest, trustworthy and professional service from you guys. We have been customers for I think more than 7 years by now. We have recommended you to... read more
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If you need an experienced and honest mechanic in Wollongong, make 1st Choice Mechanical Repairs your only choice.
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