Bedford motors in Blackburn, Victoria, Australia | Automotive repair centre

Bedford motors

Locality: Blackburn, Victoria, Australia

Phone: +61 3 9877 5550

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24.01.2022 TECH JOURNAL RECALL UPDATE 23.10 VW, KIA ON THE LIST

23.01.2022 AUDI A4 B8 SUSPENSION SUSPENSION 1. FRONT LOWER CONTROL ARM BUSHES - check them when u have wheel shake at freeway speed. repair cost approx $ 280... 2. LOWER BALL JOINTS, CASTER ARM REAR BUSHES, SHOCKER LOWER BUSHES. approx $ 399 for most of them. 3. FRONT AND REAR SHOCKERS, price is approx $ 275 each 4. UPPER CONTROL ARMS - @ $ 90 each 5. price for regular brakes approx $ 450 front, $ 390 rear. See more

23.01.2022 Job Type: Part Time with full time potential Years of Experience: 5+ years Bedford Motors, established for over 70 years in the Melbourne Eastern Suburbs, is looking for a fully qualified and experienced automotive mechanic/technician to join our team in a busy and friendly workshop. We provide - Car servicing and repair - Electronic diagnosis and repair... - Road worthy testing and certificate - Air-conditioning work Certificate 3 of Automotive is essential and some specialty in transmission repair, European cars repair or auto electrician is an advantage. If you have: - Relevant automotive qualification with 5+ years experience - A keen eye for detail - Strong diagnostic and repair skills - Can do attitude Then we would love to meet you! You will join a top service team and enjoy working here. Salary is negotiable based on experience. Please send your cover letter and resume to [email protected] and include the following information in your application: 1. Do you have a current Australian Driver’s License? 2. Do you have your own tools relevant to this role? 3. Are you licensed to drive a manual vehicle? 4. How many years’ experience do you have as an automotive mechanic? If you have any queries regarding this position, please contact Happy at 03 9877 5550.

21.01.2022 recall update 8.11 Audi owners, time to get your DSG update to date with dealer taking care of repair bills.

21.01.2022 Tech journal 31.10 reports on MEC GLA200 collision prevention Assist Plus inoperative fix tips Note: This method will also work on A/B/C/CLA models. Make sure you connect the battery charger(100A ) or professional system voltage maintainer.

18.01.2022 BODY ISSUE : 1. DOOR LOCK ACTUATOR FAULTY - only can open the door from the inner handle. replacement cost approx $ 400 for new aftermarket or known good 2nd hand. 2. MMI PAD -WATER DAMAGE ALSO SOFTWARE CAN BE STUCK- PAD CAN BE REPLACED BY ITSELF, SOFTWARE CAN BE UPDATED. 3. AC DUAL-ZONE OFTEN HAS TEMP CONTROL ISSUE- only one side temp control is available or air distribution issue. 4. WATER LEAK - water can leak under carpet often when an aftermarket windowscreen is fitted. OR space near the crawl panel blocked with leaves. OR SUNROOF DRAIN BLOCKAGE (there are 4 drains and tubes that need to check )

17.01.2022 AUDI A4 B8 ENGINE, TRANS ENGINE OIL LEAK - common from upper cover seals, camshaft inner seals or lower timing case cover/ valve cover/vacuum pump - all these oil leaks are "matured repair jobs" can be done the same day with a few hundred dollars. CAMBRIDGE ISSUE- very common cause for all kinds of camshaft timing issue - it controls cam adjuster supply also head oil flow- this is very "matured repair " replacement is approx $ 350 ... OIL CONSUMPTION: OIL THROUGH PISTON RINGS, VALVE STEM SEAL ALSO PCV. if left not treated it will cause catalytic converter blockage. - this is a matured repair, which will require engine assembly removed and internal parts swap out with revised parts, cost is approx $ 3600. ( see our Facebook details) AIR LEAK - common leak from the rear main seal, Rh lower turbocharge hose, PCV valve internal leak. if the vehicle has front-end accidents, it may also leak from the intercooler. COOLANT LEAK - water pump leak is most common approx $ 790 to replace, also can be from heater hoses or the outlet at the back of cylinder head. INTAKE VALVE CARBON UP - very popular due to the direct injection system, the warning sign is engine idle rough only at cold start. SERVICE: OIL & FILTER REPLACEMENT EVERY 10.000KM/6MONTH SPARK PLUGS EVERY 60.000KM ENGINE WITH CODE: CJB- 3GEN ENGINE IS FREE OF ENGINE CONSUMPTION/AIR LEAK ISSUE YET COOLANT LEAK IS COMMON FROM WATER PUMP ALSO BY-PASS PIPE TO TURBO. S4 3.0 ENGINE IS COMMONLY USING ENGINE OIL, ALSO HAVING BAD CAMSHAFT SOLENOIDS TDI ENGINE: 2.0 LITER - high-pressure fuel pump, glow plug, EGR, EGR cooler is common, plus sagged engine mounts. 2.7/3.0 TDI: engine mounts, injector leaks, intake control flap broke at the link to control motor. + DPF issue ( commonly the result of leaking injectors or incorrect engine oil ) TRANSMISSION MANUAL TRANS IS GOOD YET THE FLYWHEEL IS DMF WHICH IS EXPENSIVE CVT, 7 speed DSG will need regular service to ensure a long lifespan. common issue and repair info will list in a separate report.

17.01.2022 tech journal 23.10.2020 special report for common sunroof leak issue checking and fix tips check this out may help you to save hundreds and avoiding the surprise.( especially if you are Toyota Kluger/rav4/prado/Landcruiser+ land rover, VW eos, Passat, Audi , Lexus owner)

15.01.2022 Using live data to diagnose the underline issues is the essential skill set of modern auto tech. This is a good example of Bad/damaged Catalytic converter that caught with data PIDs .

15.01.2022 Volvo windscreen leak repairs.

15.01.2022 TECH JOURNAL RECALL UPDATE 31.10 ATTENTION MEC OWNERS, FEW MODELS ON THE LIST FROM MIS-ADJUSTMENT TO OIL LEAK. ALSO VOLVO OWNERS. ANOTHER ASSEMBLY ISSUE FOR WIPERS. THERE IS ALSO BRAKE BOOSTER RECALL AND COOLING SYSTEM RECALLS FROM PREVIOUS RECALL UPDATES.

14.01.2022 YES, WE CAN UPDATE THE ONLINE BMW LOGBOOK, JUST A SHORT ANSWER TO THE MOST FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS.SO YOU CAN CHECK SERVICE HISTORY ANYWHERE FROM THE LOG-IN PORTAL.

13.01.2022 TECH JOURNAL 24.10 MUSTANG BATTERY REPLACEMENT STEPS AND TIPS

11.01.2022 tech journal recall update 15.11 Jeep Cherokee, Volvo s40/60 owner attention, please. also Gladiator Tyre on recall for sidewall issue.

09.01.2022 Job Ad: Bedford Motors, established for over 70 years in the Melbourne Eastern Suburbs, is looking for a fully qualified and experienced automotive mechanic/technician to join our team in a busy and friendly workshop. If you have:... - Relevant automotive qualification with 5+ years experience - A keen eye for detail - Strong diagnostic and repair skills - Can do attitude Then we would love to meet you! You will join a top service team and have opportunity to learn on the job. Salary is negotiable based on experience. Please send your cover letter and resume to [email protected] and include the following information in your application: 1. Do you have a current Australian Driver’s License? 2. Do you have your own tools relevant to this role? 3. Are you licensed to drive a manual vehicle? 4. How many years’ experience do you have as an automotive mechanic? If you have any queries regarding this position, please contact Happy at 03 9877 5550.

09.01.2022 RECALL UPDATE 22.11 HYUNDAI KONA EV OWNER ATTENTION PLEASE, BATTERY SYSTEM FAULTY NEED TO BE PATCHED UP ASAP! BMW X3. X4 ALSO ON THE LIST FOR A LOOSE SEAT BELT FITMENT.(MAYBE EASIER TIGHTEN UP YOURSELF?)

05.01.2022 Tech Tips @ Bedford motors for Volvo owners: if you have water splashing noise in the cabin or odd smell or wired electrical issue for your Volvo, then it is worth to check your windscreen for the leak. we have noticed that from early 2000 to current models the top of windscreen commonly leak due to faulty workflow in manufacture process- see attached photos- the glue didn't stick to glass. the leak could be very hard to notice due to water will follow A-pillar and get under the front carpet, filled the foam under your feet area, which seems harmless in short terms but will cause series rust/ mould issue later on.

03.01.2022 tech journal 8.11 catch up a report on recent work on Mazda RX 8 more reports coming soon ( sorry for slow updates recently due to lack of spare time)