What's the Difference Between a Service and a Full Service?

A major service is one of the most important services that your car will receive, it is essentially a complete overall check of the vehicle. ... Everything included in a full service is in a major car service plus even more in-depth checks, spark plugs changed, brake fluid, suspension and fuel filters.

What's included in full service?

What does a full car service include?
  • An engine oil change and/or filter replacement.
  • Checking lights, tyres, exhaust and operations of brakes and steering.
  • Ensuring your engine is 'tuned' to run in its peak condition.
  • Checking hydraulic fluid and coolant levels.

Do you need a full service every year?

Most manufacturers recommend having a full car service once a year or every 12,000 miles, whichever comes first. ... Even if this appears before 12 months or every 12,000 miles, you shouldn't ignore it.

Robert Thorne

Robert Thorne

Automotive & Future Transportation Editor

Robert Thorne covers electric vehicle innovations, autonomous driving systems, global mobility trends, and automotive engineering developments.