Inspection and Diagnostic Services

This​ thorough inspection covers everything from lights, fluids, steering, suspension, brakes, tune-up condition to tire wear. Through this inspection we help to find what may be in immediate or future need for your vehicle.

Required when insuring a vehicle 12 years or older for vehicles already registered in Alberta.

We recommend to always have vehicles inspected before purchasing them. Don't get stuck with a new vehicle that needs a long list of repairs!

Diagnostic inspections range from small noises, squeaks and rattles to electrical system malfunction or engine and transmission problems. Diagnostics are charged at shop rate per hour.

Inspection of all steering and suspension components. https://littlegarageautomotiveservice.napasa.ca/topic/suspension/ https://littlegarageautomotiveservice.napasa.ca/topic/shocks-and-struts/

Inspection of all brake system components. https://littlegarageautomotiveservice.napasa.ca/topic/disc-brakes/ https://littlegarageautomotiveservice.napasa.ca/topic/drum-brakes/ https://littlegarageautomotiveservice.napasa.ca/topic/anti-lock-braking-system/

Your serpentine belt powers important vehicle components such as the alternator, power steering pump, and air conditioning system. Just 5% wear can have a negative affect on vehicle performance. Prices vary.

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The Check Engine Light can indicate any number of problems with your vehicle's performance. https://littlegarageautomotiveservice.napasa.ca/topic/check-engine-light/

Basic reading of trouble codes stored in vehicle modules with overview of possible causes of codes.

Involves pressure testing the cooling system to find external leaks. https://littlegarageautomotiveservice.napasa.ca/topic/cooling-system/

Inspect starting/charging systems and test for proper performance.  https://littlegarageautomotiveservice.napasa.ca/topic/battery/ https://littlegarageautomotiveservice.napasa.ca/topic/alternator/

Many manufacturers recommend timing belt replacement between 100,000km-125,000km. In Interference-type engines, failure of your timing belt can cause major internal engine damage. Prices vary. https://littlegarageautomotiveservice.napasa.ca/topic/timing-belt/

This test is to verify proper compression pressure in the engine cylinders. Helps to expose problems with piston rings, valves, and cylinder head gasket leaks. Prices vary.

Synthetic oil with filter change, lubricate chassis components and check tire pressures. https://littlegarageautomotiveservice.napasa.ca/topic/oil-filter/

Conventional oil with filter change, lubricate chassis components and check tire pressures.  https://littlegarageautomotiveservice.napasa.ca/topic/oil-filter/

Most manufacturers recommend to flush your brake hydraulic system every 2 years/ 72,000km. 

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A cleaning and conditioning agent is applied to the power steering system which removes gum, varnish and moisture; then the system is drained and refilled with fresh power steering fluid. https://littlegarageautomotiveservice.napasa.ca/topic/steering/

Clean brake components free of dust and corrosion; service brake calipers, resurface friction lining if required, and properly lubricate all metal to metal friction points.

Involves disassembly of drum brake components, resurfacing friction material where required, and lubricating all metal to metal friction points where required.  

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We recommend to check the alignment of your headlights every year to make sure you get the best vision that you can in night time driving.

Remove battery terminals and clean posts and clamps with acid neutralizer. 

Gain access to battery. Remove battery terminals and clean posts and clamps with acid neutralizer. 

Your engine's throttle body air passages can get sludge buildup for a number of reasons. This service involves removal of the throttle body to scrub clean the throttle plate and all of the airways and sensors within it.

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Installation of a new battery and service of any corrosion on connections. (Parts additional). Includes charge battery before installation.

Anything from ball joints, tie rods, to steering gears we've got you covered. 

Sometimes​ it happens, and we are here to help. Whether it is a blown water pump, heater core, oil leak, or blown engine, we can get you back on the road.