Car Clinic

08/09/2023

BMW e60 part 2

In addition to the full vehicle service the owners also supplied a coolant line which was in need of replacement. This coolant line snaked its way below the intake manifold and as such the manifold was removed for installation.

Once the manifold was removed it revealed a strong presence of oil build-up coating the interior walls of the intake. Likely caused by blown turbo oil seals which have allowed oil to mix with the compressed intake air and into the combustion cylinders.

In addition to the coolant leak that was previously known to the owners a secondary leak was found by us. As replacement coolant line was not readily available a temporary repair was made until the part could be ordered and shipped in.

08/09/2023

With European vehicles and vehicles rated to meet low emission standards driven in Barbados, it is very important to keep on top of scheduled maintenance and even consider shorter service intervals than the manufacturer recommends.

It is imperative to ensure that all oils, fluids and filters meet or exceed the manufacture recommendations. Some engines are not as forgiving as others and something as simple as the incorrect oil can cause a slew of other problems down the line.

With low emission diesel vehicles in particular there are many hazards to watch out for to keep your vehicle in good working order.

In the images above we can see an example of this BMW E60 which was well past its required service interval. As a result of this and poor treatment by technicians who had previously worked on it, the vehicle required a bit more than a standard service.

More images to come. Part 2

06/08/2023

This J90 Toyota Land Cruiser required a full suspension, brake, and steering overhaul. In addition to blown seals in the steering rack, poor vehicle handling and several noises from the suspension were also of concern.

After helping the owner source parts from overseas, we were able to receive high-quality replacements for a fraction of local costs.

We then proceeded to replace the:
🔸Steering Rack
🔸️Wheel bearing and seals front and rear
🔸️Upper and lower control arm bushings
🔸️Upper and lower ball joints
🔸️Shock absorbers front and rear (Monroe 2"lift)
🔸️Sway bar drop links front and rear
🔸️Sway bar bushings front and rear
🔸️Steering rod and rack ends
🔸️Brake pads and shoes front and rear (Genuine Toyota )

After the installation of the new parts, a quality wheel alignment was carried out. The vehicle was then tested and returned to the customer.

In our review of the job 1 month later, the customer stated, "The vehicle now feels brand new."

04/01/2023

We are back for 2023!

Thank you to all of our loyal customers and followers for your support in 2022. Wishing everyone smooth rides for the upcoming year and beyond.

Stay posted for our new package and service list with additions to help serve you and your budget best in 2023.

Car Clinic Barbados stays committed to providing affordable, timely & quality services which maintain your vehicles reliablity and instill you with the piece of mind you deserve.

21/06/2022

Our Mazda 3 Service Special is still in effect while stocks last. 🚘

Full Service Includes:

🔸️Oil change
🔸️Oil filter replacement
🔸️Air filter replacement
🔸️Spark plug replacement (may alter final price)
🔸️Safe Engine Wash
🔸️Full Vehicle Inspection (Brakes, Suspension, Steering, Engine, Transmission, Drivetrain +)
🔸️Inspection Report
🔸️Interior Vacuum and UV protectant dressing on all plastics and vynal.
🔸️Free Air freshener
🔸️Exterior Wash and Quality Wax
🔸️Tire dressings
🔸️Full System Vehicle Diagnostic Scan for Fault Codes.
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20/06/2022

This Isuzu Dmax came in the shop for maintenance repairs. New CV joint boots as well as new Rod & Rack Ends were installed.

CV joint boots are a simple but very important component. Their job is to keep grease from getting out and prevent contaminants from getting in. Once the boots are compromised the joint is exposed to abrasive and corrosive compounds which wear away at the metal. If left unchanged the joint will then begin to make loud knocking or clicking noises when engaged. Eventually failing completely, the metal components will break apart.

Depending on your vehicle replacement CV joints and axels can range well into the $1000s per side. Making a preventative maintenance option a great investment to avoid costly vehicle repairs.

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24/05/2022

Inspection of this Mazda 2 highlighted a fault with the alternator belt tensioner.

The drive belts auto tensioner had broken its support bushing and was now digging itself into the plastic idle pulley. You can see the melted plastic in images 2&3.

We were able to source and replace this unit for the customer by the following day.

Had this issue not been resolved, the part would fail catastrophically. Most likely leaving the owner stranded on the side of the road.

Another example of why detailed vehicle inspections are so important in keeping you and your vehicle safe on the road.
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03/05/2022

Is your vehicle making bad noises?

03/05/2022

Diagnostics on this Mazda 3 brought up some anomalies with the charging system.

Further investigation found the Alternators regulator and rectifier were both damaged causing the system to charge at very low voltage. This upset the cars computers and flagged error codes.

An attempt was made to repair the Alternator however it was unsuccessful due to availability of necessary components. A new Alternator was then sourced and installed for this customer.

All systems checked and historical error codes cleared. Voltage back to normal and Vehicle charging and driving happy.

01/05/2022