NEW CAR-WARRANTY

Essential maintenance to keep your vehicle running as intended.

At Barr Automotive in Hornsby, we service vehicles to

manufacturer logbook standards to maintain performance, safety, and warranty compliance.

FILTERS & FLUIDS

Clean fluids and filters are essential to vehicle performance and longevity.

Engine oil, filters, coolant, brake fluid, and other critical fluids protect moving components and support safe, efficient operation. At Barr Automotive in Hornsby, fluids and filters are serviced to manufacturer specifications, with all work checked and recorded to maintain performance, reliability, and new car warranty compliance.

COOLING

The cooling system regulates engine temperature and prevents damage.

Radiators, coolant, hoses, thermostats, and auxiliary coolers are inspected and tested during servicing. At Barr Automotive in Hornsby, system condition is recorded and maintenance is recommended where required to support efficient, reliable, and long-term operation.

BRAKES & SUSPENSION

Brakes and suspension are critical to safe vehicle operation.

Brake wear and fluid condition are measured to identify abnormal wear early. Suspension components, including shocks, struts, arms, joints, and bushings, are inspected to protect tyres and ride quality. Findings are recorded with clear recommendations.

BATTERY

Your battery supplies power to critical electrical and safety systems.

Battery condition and performance are tested during servicing to confirm it is holding charge and delivering correct output. At Barr Automotive in Hornsby, results are recorded at each visit to identify declining performance early and help prevent unexpected failure.

MAKES & MODELS

We service European, Japanese, Korean, American, and other Asian vehicles.

Using manufacturer data and workshop-specific tooling, we service all makes and models to specification. At Barr Automotive in Hornsby, quality parts and proven processes ensure every vehicle is serviced correctly, regardless of type or application.

REPORT

Clear reporting ensures you understand the condition of your vehicle.

After each service, a detailed report outlines the condition of key systems, including brakes, suspension, fluids, filters, and battery health. Measurements are recorded and compared over time, with clear recommendations provided where required, giving you full visibility of your vehicle’s condition.

THE FACTS

According to the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC), your vehicle’s manufacturer warranty is a commitment that certain repairs or issues will be covered - provided the car is properly maintained in line with the manufacturer’s service schedule (commonly referred to as logbook servicing).

Importantly, you’re not obligated to service your vehicle at a dealership to maintain your warranty. The ACCC confirms that you can choose any licensed independent mechanic, as long as the service follows the manufacturer’s standards.

We perform all new car servicing in full compliance with manufacturer specifications. This includes using approved parts, following logbook intervals, and notifying you of any additional scheduled service items (like spark plugs, brake fluid, or transmission flushes). We prioritise transparent communication, so you’ll always be informed about what’s needed, ensuring your vehicle stays protected and your warranty remains valid.

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ACCC: Consumer Rights

Complete ACCC Motor Vehicle Standards

MAINTAINING YOUR WARRANTY

To maintain your vehicle’s warranty, servicing must be carried out by a licensed and qualified mechanic - whether that’s at a dealership or an independent workshop. When we complete your service, we stamp and sign your physical logbook and provide a detailed invoice outlining exactly what was done. This not only proves the work was completed by a qualified professional, but also ensures your logbook service history stays up to date, essential for maintaining warranty compliance. Unfortunately, getting your car serviced by a friend or an unlicensed “car guy” won’t count. Even with the best intentions, servicing must meet manufacturer standards and be performed by certified professionals to protect your warranty.

To maintain your warranty, two key things must happen:

Timely Servicing: Your vehicle must be serviced at the correct intervals - either by time or by kilometres, whichever comes first. Delays outside of the recommended service window can risk voiding your warranty.
Following the Manufacturer’s Schedule: Every service item listed in your vehicle’s logbook must be completed at the appropriate interval, as outlined by the manufacturer.

At Barr Automotive, we help take the guesswork out of this. You'll receive SMS reminders when your service is due, and we check every visit against the manufacturer's specifications - including what’s needed now and what’s coming up next.

To keep your warranty intact, parts used during servicing must meet or exceed the manufacturer's quality standards - but they don’t need to be genuine OEM parts. High-quality aftermarket components are often just as reliable (if not more so) and can be a more cost-effective choice. At Barr Automotive, we only use trusted, high-grade parts that meet manufacturer specifications and include a minimum 12-month warranty for your peace of mind.

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General-Logbook Service

Registration Checks

Timing

Keeping that new car feeling is just as much about keeping it fresh under the bonnet as it is keeping it shiny and clean. At Barr Auto, we conduct every service by the manufacturer’s specification. All oil, filter and fluid changes are completed according to the time and km requirements set by the manufacturer. This ensures you maintain your new car warranty. All fluids and filters are of a high quality and will keep your new car maintained at the highest standard.

Your brakes and suspension are critical to safety, drivability and control. During every service at Barr Auto, we conduct a thorough inspection of both systems. With brakes we measure you brake pads, test brake fluid and inspect all the components of the system. This allows us to track brake performance over time and helps us spot any unusual wear early. Your technician will also inspect and report on the suspension system, ensuring your ride quality and drivability.

The hallmark of a great service is not just the mechanic behind the tools, but the quality of the fluids and filters. Clean fluids and fresh filters are essential for long-term performance of your vehicle that include more than just engine oil and oil filters; this also can include: coolant, air filter, cabin filter, brake fluid, power steering fluid and more. At Barr Auto, we follow the manufacturer’s specifications for data-driven servicing, ensuring that your vehicle is able to perform at its best.

Your cooling system is what keeps your engine at the right temperature, avoiding costly damage. This system includes the radiator, coolant hoses, thermostats, and can include transmission or other oil coolers too. At Barr Auto we test coolant at every service and inspect the system, record its condition, and if needed, recommend repairs or flushes necessary to maintain efficiency and reliability.

Your vehicles brakes and suspension are critical for safety, comfort and control. At every service, our technicians at Barr Auto, measure brake pads, test brake fluid, and tracks how your vehicle performs over time, allowing us to identify unusual wear early. We also inspect your vehicles suspension system, from shocks and struts, to arms, joints and bushings. This allows us to identify any issues that could be impacting tyre wear, drivability, and ride quality. All findings are added to your service report so you know the state of your vehicle as well as we do.

At Barr Auto, we service them all, from European engineering, Japanese reliability, Korean innovation to American muscle. Our workshop is equipped with current data and tooling to deliver precise care over every make or model. Whether it’s a family SUV, 4WD or a performance car, we follow manufacturer’s specifications with quality parts and a high standard of workmanship. No matter what you drive, you’ll know if it was serviced by Barr Auto, it was serviced right.

NEW CAR-WARRANTY

FILTERS & FLUIDS

COOLING

BRAKES & SUSPENSION

BATTERY

MAKES & MODELS

REPORT

THE FACTS

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MAINTAINING YOUR WARRANTY

Condition 1: Work completed by Qualified Technicians.

Condition 2: Serviced to Manufacturers Guidelines

Condition 3: High Quality, Warranty-Compliant Parts

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Filters & Fluids

Cooling

Brakes & Suspension

Battery

Makes & Models