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philw696

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@ChrisQP09 maybe get a local trusted Garage to do the coolant for you an hour labour max plus the coolant.
Just get them to get the right stuff drain flush refill pressure test and a road test job done.
 

Gazcw

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More the cost involved. My car’s last service was a major which included fluid changes, aux belts etc. Car had only covered 3,500 mile since then and now its in for an annual service.

I think brake fluid is more of a priority right now as moisture is measuring 2% than coolant which I think should be fine. Just seeking opinions as to the coolant, does it only last 2 years?
When you say annual service are you doing an extra or is it due a 2 yearly? I do annual as in an oil change on top of the recommended servicing but that's just for my piece of mind.
 

ChrisQP09

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When you say annual service are you doing an extra or is it due a 2 yearly? I do annual as in an oil change on top of the recommended servicing but that's just for my piece of mind.

it's a 2 yearly due now, the last one in 2018 was a major service.
 

ChrisQP09

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Bit the bullet and got the following done:

-2 yearly annual inc coolant change, brake fluid change and gearbox oil change.

-Cam cover leak investigated/ replaced gasket.

Car ought to be tip top now but MD said that gearbox oil filter had been loose and they replaced this too! Never heard of that happening but I guess it will be like new now.