Category: Car Services and Maintenance

As the temperatures rise in Sydney, the importance of a fully functioning air conditioning system in your vehicle becomes clear. Whether you’re driving your BMW, Toyota, Honda, Nissan, Mazda, Jeep, Benz, Ford, Kia, Hyundai, Holden, Audi, Volkswagen, Subaru, or Mitsubishi, a well-maintained air conditioning system is crucial for comfort on the road. If your car’s […]

Is your car’s coolant leaking? Ignoring this issue could lead to engine damage and costly repairs. A coolant leak often leads to overheating, poor vehicle performance, and reduced fuel efficiency. At Sydney Mechanic and Smash Repair, we specialize in coolant leak inspections and offer expert services to customers across Sydney, including Rydalmere, Eastwood, Parramatta, Rosehill, […]

If you’re in Sydney and need to replace your radiator, you’re probably wondering where to start. Car radiator issues can be a headache, but with the right information, you can get your car back on the road in no time. Whether you’re located in Rydalmere, Eastwood, Rosehill, or any of the surrounding suburbs like North […]

The PCV (Positive Crankcase Ventilation) valve is a small but essential component of your vehicle’s engine system. It plays a critical role in controlling emissions, improving fuel efficiency, and ensuring the overall health of your car’s engine. For residents of Sydney and its surrounding suburbs such as Eastwood, Carlingford, Epping, and Ryde, regular inspection of […]

What is a brake drum? One of the oldest styles of brake systems is still in use today on some cars – brake drums. A brake drum is almost always found on the rear axle, behind each rear wheel. Inside the brake drum, two C-shaped brake shoes skim along the smooth inner surface of the […]

What is Coolant? Coolant is antifreeze that has been mixed with water to protect the vehicle. Coolant keeps the engine at a safe operating temperature while also ensuring that it doesn’t freeze.  To make most coolants, you mix the antifreeze mixture with equal parts of water. While water will cool the engine by itself, it […]

The most common causes include leaking seals, mechanical damage, worn-out transmission fluid or inadequate transmission fluid level, but we must examine what “acting funny” means when referring to one’s transmission before recommending a course of action. Do any of the following symptoms seem familiar to you? Slipping When an automatic transmission seems to slip in […]

When is the right time to change your engine coolant? For some vehicles, you’re advised to change the coolant every 30,000 miles. For others, changing it isn’t even on the maintenance schedule. For example, Hyundai says the coolant in the engine (what many refer to as “antifreeze”) in most of its models should be replaced after the […]

When an engine has too little oil, bad things can happen: Friction between moving parts increases, the engine may run hotter and, worst case, moving parts seize when they become starved for lubrication. Bad things also can happen when there’s too much oil. Overfilling with oil can cause foaming, which turns a slippery lubricant into a sudsy […]

Is your car’s AC system in need of repairs? If your car’s AC system hasn’t been up to scratch recently, there may be a failed part such as the compressor. As the only moving component aside from the TX valve, the compressor is more vulnerable to wear and tear. It is also the most important […]