Older style diesel engines have an injector pump that is driven by the engine and individual injectors deliver fuel to each cylinder. A set amount of fuel is sent from the injector pump according to engine speed.

In a common-rail diesel engine, one single fuel rail that is driven by a high-pressure electric pump is shared by all the injectors. The fuel pump and the injectors are both controlled by an engine unit that fluctuates the timing of the engine spark and the fuel flow to achieve optimal performance.

This more specific fuel mix delivers better efficiency, meaning an increase in power and a decrease in fuel consumption. Common-rail engines are generally quieter with less knocking and vibration.

These more sophisticated engines require the best in car care - which is exactly what we provide at Car Service Salisbury. We are experts at working with Common Rail Diesel Engines.

Watch this great video from Mazda to learn even more about Common Rail Diesel Engines.

Common-Rail Diesel Engine

To book in your common rail diesel engine, see the experts at Car Service Salisbury

Older style diesel engines have an injector pump that is driven by the engine and individual injectors deliver fuel to each cylinder. A set amount of fuel is sent from the injector pump according to engine speed...

Common Rail Diesel Service and Repairs in Salisbury Plain

Looking after your tyres and making sure they are replaced when necessary is one of the easiest maintenance tasks you can do for your car, but also one of the most important.

Your tyres are critical to the overall safety and performance of your vehicle, they are the only piece of your car which is in constant contact with the road and they affect your ability to brake, corner and accelerate safely. A balding tyre can add up to 10 metres of extra stopping distance in wet conditions, and low tyre pressure can increase your fuel consumption by up to 3%.

Regular inspections of your tyres is one of the best ways to keep your vehicle, and your family, safe on the roads. The cost of tyres makes them a major investment and good maintenance will extend their life and save you money.

There are three main areas to focus on when it comes to tyre maintenance:

In Australia the minimum legal tread depth for tyres is 1.6mm. However anything under 3mm can seriously affect your stopping distance and the overall handling of your vehicle, especially in wet conditions, which is why it is recommended to replace your tyres at 3mm tread depth or less.

Worn tyre treads can cause dangerous hydroplaning at speeds as low as 35kmh, which means your tyres are no longer in proper contact with the road but rather ‘skating' on water which can cause you to lose control of your vehicle. Tyres have special tread wear indicators which are raised bars in the main grooves of the tread. These bars or TWI become level with the rest of the tread pattern when the tyre tread depth has reached the minimum of 1.6mm. TWI's are good for regular visual checks but the best way to measure the tread on your tyres is to use a dedicated tread gauge. You should always check each of the main grooves, in at least two spots and check all four tyres.

You should check your tyre air pressure at least once a month and keep your tyres correctly inflated at all times. Tyres which are underinflated or overinflated can cause problems with handling, significantly reduce the life of your tyres, cause your vehicle to use up to 3% more petrol and increase the chance of a dangerous blowout. The correct pressure for your car can be found in your operating manual or sometimes inside your glove compartment. You should check your tyre pressure when your tyres are cold and always before long journeys or carrying heavy loads.

Check for tyre damage or irregular wearing

Regularly making a visual inspection of your tyres is a very important safety exercise. Blowouts and loss of control due to damaged tyres cause a large percentage of road accidents in Australia every year. Look for any bulges, cracks or cuts in the tyre and if found, have the damage inspected by a tyre service professional to get the best advice on whether the tyre should be removed from service. Irregular wear patterns, such as feathered edges, wear on one side or only in the middle of the tyre can be signs that your vehicles steering, suspension or wheel alignment needs adjustment. As well as compromising your safety - these issues will reduce the life of your tyres and should be addressed as soon as possible.

At Car Service Salisbury we sell a wide range of tyres to suit vehicles of all shapes, sizes and uses. If you have any doubts about the safety of your tyres please don't hesitate to come and see us for a bit of advice.

We provide a free 65 Point Vehicle Inspection report with every full car service here at Car Service Salisbury which includes a check of all five tyres (including your spare) and we will certainly advise you of any issues we feel could be affecting your safety or that could extend your existing tyre life.

Book your tyre inspection with the pros at Car Service Salisbury in Salisbury Plain today!

Tyre inspection and maintenance in Salisbury Plain

If you are considering your brake system, it is essential not to overlook it until brake repairs become necessary. 

Our 65-point vehicle report, performed with every full car service at Car Service Salisbury, will verify that the car's brakes are suitable for stopping you. 

Our technicians can confidently provide you with advice if they feel repairs or maintenance of the brake system are essential to avert a costly issue.

The brake services provided at Car Service Salisbury include:

Brake Disc/Rotor And Drum Resurfacing or Machining

Get more information about Brake Services from Repco Authorised Service Here.

If you notice any symptoms that suggest your car's brake system is overdue for a service or repair, use our online booking feature and have it evaluated at our Salisbury Plain service centre right away.

Don't wait until you can't stop, book your brake service and repairs in with the team at Car Service Salisbury

Brake service, maintenance and repairs in Salisbury Plain

As your local Mechanic in Salisbury Plain, Car Service Salisbury take great pride in offering clients the very best in car servicing and automotive repairs.

Here at Car Service Salisbury we are proud to be an Australian owned and operated workshop servicing our local community of Salisbury Plain. We believe that motorists in Salisbury Plain deserve the very best in customer service and technical expertise, that's why we choose to be a part of Australia's largest independent network of mechanical workshops, proudly backed by the biggest name in the business - Repco.

As your local Repco Authorised Service centre we have access to the best parts and training in the country and offer a Nationwide Warranty honoured at over 500 workshops across Australia. 

Car Service Salisbury take great pride in providing a high level of customer service and quality workmanship.

The team at Car Service Salisbury have the knowledge, specialised skills and equipment and are fully qualified to perform your car repairs and maintenance on a wide range of makes and models including Holden, Mazda, BMW, Toyota, Honda, Ford, European and luxury cars and American Trucks such as GMC, Silverado, F Truck, Dodge and Chevrolet!

Your professional local mechanic Car Service Salisbury specialises in servicing Common Rail Diesel vehicles. Car Service Salisbury also performs all your diesel repairs and fulfils your diesel servicing needs. 

The team at Car Service Salisbury are committed to excellence.

As a Repco Authorised Service Centre we provide high quality customer service and superior workmanship, ensuring our customers receive the very best in automotive care. Our Business is a member of the Repco Auto Tech training program, ensuring each mechanic is kept fully up to date with modern vehicle repair methods.

Our workshop is widely acknowledged as one of the best equipped and most professional independent operations in Australia.

You won't find a better level of customer service than from the friendly team at Car Service Salisbury.

Our professionally equipped Salisbury Plain workshop provides car service and repairs in the Salisbury Plain region for private cars and fleet vehicles alike. Car Service Salisbury can work on a range of vehicles including 4WD's, Buses & Mini Buses, Campervans, Caravans, Light Trucks, Trailers, Utes and Vans.

You can rely on us to do the little things that really make a difference.

So, wherever you go, you can rely on the experience and knowledge of Car Service Salisbury and Repco Authorised Service.

Great Car Service with the assurance that your car is in safe hands? Bring it in to Car Service Salisbury today.

Automotive Servicing and Repairs in Salisbury Plain

We can combine our fully qualified expertise and knowledge with our local understanding of the driving conditions in Salisbury Plain to not only make sure your wheels are aligned correctly, but to confirm there are no underlying issues with the technologies behind the wheel that keep you safe on the roads.

The performance of safety systems such as traction, stability control, and  ABS braking systems depend largely on how well the suspension performs, which also depends on how well the wheels are aligned, which then has a direct bearing on how the suspension copes with cornering and braking forces, as well as with sudden steering inputs - phew, that's a long line of follow on effects! But that's why it's important to always have a fully qualified workshop perform your Wheel Alignment. 

Having an alignment procedure done at Car Service Salisbury means knowing that the root cause of the original wheel alignment problem can be corrected professionally by suitably qualified technicians. Book in today!

Car Service Salisbury can combine our fully qualified expertise and knowledge with our understanding of local driving conditions to not only make sure your wheels are aligned correctly, but to confirm there are no underlying issues with the technologies behind the wheel that keep you safe on the roads...

Wheel Alignment in Salisbury Plain

Wheel Alignment

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We advise that our workshop will be closed for the Christmas period from the close of business on Friday the 22nd of December and reopening on Tuesday the 2nd of January

Car Service Salisbury take great pride in offering their clients personalised, and friendly service at all times. 
		
Conveniently located in Salisbury Plain, the business is a member of the Repco Auto Tech training program, ensuring their technicians are kept fully up to date with modern vehicle repair methods. 
		
Car Service Salisbury have a wealth of experience in servicing all makes and models, including commercial fleet vehicles. As a Repco Authorised Service centre, they have a commitment to high quality workmanship, ensuring the very best in automotive care.

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Wheel Alignment

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