Services offered by Dowleys
The simple act of banging a kerb or hitting a pothole can skew your wheel alignment. Poorly aligned wheels result in irregular and accelerated tyre wear and can affect the handling and safety of your vehicle.
Let us give you peace of mind and ensure you get the maximum wear from your new tyres by ensuring the wheels are correctly aligned.
Get a free 24 point check to ensure the smooth running of your vehicle
3D 4 Wheel Alignment measures data from a number of different angles and checks these against the manufacturer information for your vehicle. This ensures that the steering and suspension can be adjusted, making sure that all four wheels are aligned according to the manufacturer.
The simple act of banging a kerb or hitting a pothole can skew your wheel alignment. Poorly aligned wheels result in irregular and accelerated tyre wear and can affect the handling and safety of your vehicle.
Let us give you peace of mind and ensure you get the maximum wear from your new tyres by ensuring the wheels are correctly aligned.
If your wheel balance is incorrect, this will cause vibration in the steering wheel and dashboard as well as prematurely wearing your tyres and suspension parts. Over time, bumps and cornering will affect your wheel balance so it is recommended to have them balanced regularly.
Manufacturers recommend that your vehicle’s air conditioning should be recharged with gas and lubricant every 2 years to keep it running effectively and efficiently.
There are currently two types of air con gas available R134A gas is common in vehicles manufactured before 2014. Since1st January 2014 all vehicles include the new R1234YF air con gas which is more environmentally friendly. Please check before purchasing if you are unsure which gas your vehicle requires.
Manufacturers recommend that your vehicle’s air conditioning should be recharged with gas and lubricant every 2 years to keep it running effectively and efficiently.
There are currently two types of air con gas available R134A gas is common in vehicles manufactured before 2014. Since1st January 2014 all vehicles include the new R1234YF air con gas which is more environmentally friendly. Please check before purchasing if you are unsure which gas your vehicle requires.
Manufacturers recommend that your vehicle’s air conditioning should be recharged with gas, lubricant and dye every 2 years to keep it running effectively and efficiently. This service isn’t usually part of your annual vehicle service so if your vehicle is over 2 years old then a recharge is probably due. We not only Re-Gas the system, install oil for lubrication and dye just in case you accuire a leak in the furture.
If your vehicles air con is not cooling as it should then book a free air con check today. We'll run the tests to ensure the air con system is functioning correctly, for free!
Our staff will carry out an inspection of the vehicle's air con system (if your vehicle is a petrol/diesel they'll inspect the condition of the drive belt as well). The inspection includes recording the lowest vent temperature and checking for any odours that could be caused by the air con.
Do you have a concern regarding the bodywork, perhaps you've had a small bump and need this checking over.
Add a free check when placing your order
*Please note that this could result in additional costs if repairs are required
We offer a brake lining condition/safety check for £27.50+vat, thoroughly inspecting your braking system for wear to the lining materials. This ensures that the safety of your vehicle is not compromised.
We also offer a Full Brake Menu Service for £96.00+vat which includes a Full Strip Down,all sundry,cleaning items and labour. Parts are chargeable if they require replacement.
The vehicle is then fully Rolling road tested.
Get a quote for repairs to your vehicle, just add this to the basket to get a quote on the repairs required
It is recommended that a Major Service is carried out on your vehicle every 2 years or 24,000 miles to ensure that any wear and tear or damage can be identified
The MOT is your annual test to ensure your vehicle meets road safety and environmental standards. The test is compulsory on all vehicles over 3 years old. You can renew your MOT up to a month before it expires so why not let us do it while your car is with us? The price shown is for a Class 4 MOT applicable to cars and small vans with up to 8 passenger seats.
This is MOT is specifically for heavy goods vehicles. For cars and smaller vans a Class 4 MOT is required
Get a quote for repairs to your commercial vehicle, just add this to the basket to get a quote on the repairs required
A warning light on your dashboard can be a worry. With a diagnostics check the issue can be quickly identified and stop a huge expense later down the line.
Removing the build up of carbon in your vehicles engine can help improve performance and emissions
The exhaust system is a crucial part of any car using an internal combustion engine. Exhausts are responsible for getting rid of spent/noxious gases, maintaining engine performance, controlling noise, and improving fuel consumption.
The simple act of banging a kerb or hitting a pothole can skew your wheel alignment. Poorly aligned wheels result in irregular and accelerated tyre wear and can affect the handling and safety of your vehicle. Let us give you peace of mind and ensure you get the maximum wear from your new tyres by ensuring the wheels are correctly aligned.
Please note that the price shown is for two wheel alignment.
To ensure the smooth running of your vehicle it should be serviced once a year. A full service includes series of maintenance checks including an oil change. Any issues due to wear and tear will also be noted should any further work be required.
Hybrid Car Servicing includes a few additional checks to electrical components
The simple act of banging a kerb or hitting a pothole can skew your wheel alignment. Poorly aligned wheels result in irregular and accelerated tyre wear and can affect the handling and safety of your vehicle.
Let us give you peace of mind and ensure you get the maximum wear from your new tyres by ensuring the wheels are correctly aligned.
The simple act of banging a kerb or hitting a pothole can skew your wheel alignment. Poorly aligned wheels result in irregular and accelerated tyre wear and can affect the handling and safety of your vehicle.
Let us give you peace of mind and ensure you get the maximum wear from your new tyres by ensuring the wheels are correctly aligned.
A locking wheel nut key is required to remove the alloy wheels from you vehicle. If this has been lost or your vehicle wasn't supplied with one, this will result in brake parts replacement not possible, tyre change or puncture taking longer to complete, in some cases impossible. We can remove all 4 locking wheel nuts and replace them trouble free.
HAPPY HOUR - MOT PRICE AT £27 WHEN BOOKED FOR 4.30PM The MOT is your annual test to ensure your vehicle meets road safety and environmental standards. The test is compulsory on all vehicles over 3 years old. The price shown is for a Class 4 MOT applicable to cars and small vans with up to 8 passenger seats.
The use of nitrogen to fill your tyres as opposed to compressed air ensures that your tyre pressure stays at the recommended threshold for a greater period. This is due to the rate at which nitrogen passes through the walls of your tyres (which is considerably slower than oxygen) meaning your tyres stay at their optimum pressure for longer.
If either of your car number plates is cracked, broken, faded or has marks obscuring the letters and numbers, then they're illegal and need to be replaced. Luckily Dowleys are here to help - we can make you some shiny new or replacement registration plates for your car while you wait. We can also make you an extra set of car number plates if you're towing, or using a rear-mount cycle carrier.
For your convenience we can fit tyres same day. Simply add same day fitting to your basket. Please note that same day fitting applies to tyre purchases only.
We offer a Full Menu Price Servicing Tariff. Please go to www.dowleys.co.uk and select the service tab at the top of the page to see a full list of Menu servicing costs to suite your pocket and requirements.
Our basic service starts from £99.00 + VAT for a engine size of (1.0cc-1.5cc). Also you can include a discounted MOT TEST.
Check your car is steering properly with the steering check service, highlighting any stability or issues with the vehicle pulling to either side.
Due to the Very poor condition of our roads causing constant movement of suspension parts, the joints and pivots gradually wear out over time. With this in mind, we recommend regular checks of your suspension system to keep everything running smoothly.
Since November 2012 all new vehicles are fitted with a TPMS - Tyre Pressure Monitoring System. Let us check the health of your TPMS system. We'll let you know if any of your valves need replacing or if there are any other issues that need to be rectified.
Driving over a foreign object can result in a reduction in tyre pressure and eventually a completely flat tyre. Depending on the damage some tyres can be repaired. **This excludes run flat tyres**
Tyre Rotation refers to the positioning of your vehicle's tyres (i.e. moving your rear tyres to the front) to help maximise their tread life.
The Tyre Check service inspects the condition of your tyres including wear and any damage sustained.
Ensure that yourself and your car are safe on the road by bringing your vehicle in for a health check. We thoroughly examine various areas of your vehicle including tyre pressure and oil checks amongst others and highlight any causes for concern to put your mind at ease.
Totally FREE. All you pay for is your top ups and any parts if required.
Due to the very poor road conditions in the UK the simple act of banging a kerb or hitting a pothole can skew your wheel alignment. Poorly aligned wheels result in irregular and accelerated tyre wear, affecting handling and safety of your vehicle. Getting the maximum wear from your new tyres is possible by ensuring the wheels are correctly aligned. The price shown is for 4 wheel alignment. 4 wheel 3D alignment starts from £65.00
The simple act of banging a kerb or hitting a pothole can skew your wheel alignment. Poorly aligned wheels result in irregular and accelerated tyre wear and can affect the handling and safety of your vehicle. Let us give you peace of mind and ensure you get the maximum wear from your new tyres by ensuring the wheels are correctly aligned.
**If you are opting for a ‘Free Wheel Alignment Check’ there may be additional costs to rectify the issues found. These can be discussed with the garage once the initial check is done**
If your wheel balance is incorrect, this will cause vibration in the steering wheel and dashboard as well as prematurely wearing your tyres and suspension parts. Over time, bumps and cornering will affect your wheel balance so it is recommended to have them balanced regularly.
Price Quoted is for 2 x wheels on the car.
Reduced cost if you bring in loose wheels.
All new tyres purchased include balancing, valves and disposal.
If your wheel balance is incorrect, this will cause vibration in the steering wheel and dashboard as well as prematurely wearing your tyres and suspension parts. Over time, bumps and cornering will affect your wheel balance so it is recommended to have them balanced regularly. This is for the front wheels only
Make sure you're ready for winter's cold spells and difficult road conditions with our winter safety check. This includes everything your vehicle needs to cope with any difficulties that winter conditions may bring including tyre health, battery and wiper blades checks amongst others.
Totally FREE. All you pay for is top ups and any parts fitted if required.
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