Car Service Poole
Welcome to our Car Service Poole centre located at West Howe.
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Regular servicing is one of the most important things you can do to protect your vehicle, improve fuel efficiency and reduce the risk of unexpected breakdowns. At Elite Garages Poole, we provide professional car servicing for all makes and models, using high-quality parts and manufacturer-approved procedures — all at competitive, honest prices.
Whether you’re a daily commuter, a local resident or someone who travels long distances, our Poole service centre offers the expertise, transparency and friendly customer care Elite Garages is known for across the South of England.
Why Service Your Car at Elite Garages Poole?
Routine maintenance keeps your engine running smoothly and helps identify problems before they become costly repairs. At our Poole branch, you’ll benefit from:
- servicing that follows your manufacturer’s schedule
- original-matching quality parts
- clear pricing with no hidden extras
- experienced technicians trained across all vehicle types
- options to combine servicing with other work, such as tyre fitting or alignment
Servicing your vehicle at an independent garage will not invalidate your warranty, as long as the correct procedures and parts are used, which is exactly what we provide.
Our Poole car service centre is conveniently located at 1 Fernside Road, Poole, BH15 2QT, just off the main route and easy to spot as you come through the area. The site offers ample customer parking and a clean, welcoming reception area designed for comfort while your vehicle is with us.
What Type of Service Do You Need?
Most vehicles follow one of two servicing schedules:
Fixed-interval servicing
You’ll need a service after a set mileage or time period, typically 12 months or 12,000 miles. This suits most everyday drivers and covers essential maintenance items.
Variable (long-life) servicing
Your vehicle uses sensors and its onboard computer to determine when a service is needed, often allowing longer intervals for those who drive mostly on motorways or cover high mileage. If you’re unsure which applies to your car, our team at Elite Garages Poole can check your manufacturer schedule and advise. For more information and guidance, read our guide on which service is best for my car.
We service ALL major makes and models including the following:
| Audi | Jaguar | Mazda |
| Mercedes | Jeep | Mitsubishi |
| Bentley | Honda | Mini |
| BMW | Kia | Nissan |
| Citroen | Land Rover | Peugeot |
| Ford | Lexus | Renault |
| Fiat | Skoda | Volvo |
| Seat | Toyota | Volkwagen |
| Suzuki | Vauxhall |
Regular servicing is essential for keeping your vehicle safe, reliable and running efficiently. While many drivers still choose dealership servicing, it’s important to know that European Block Exemption rules allow you to use any independent garage without affecting your manufacturer warranty, as long as the correct schedule and matching-quality parts are used. At Elite Garages Poole, we follow your vehicle’s specific service requirements to ensure full compliance and complete peace of mind.
What’s Included in a Poole Car Service With Elite Garages?
While service content depends on the age and type of vehicle, you can typically expect:
- oil and oil filter change
- full vehicle inspection
- checks on brakes, tyres, lights, steering and suspension
- top-ups of essential fluids
- replacement of spark plugs (petrol engines, where required)
- brake fluid, coolant or power steering fluid changes, depending on your schedule
If we identify your car needs any additional work, especially safety-critical items like brakes or tyres, we will always contact you first. No unexpected charges, no unnecessary upselling, and all old parts are kept for your inspection if requested.
Poole Service Packages
Our service packages designed to meet different needs, from regular annual maintenance to more comprehensive checks. The tailor-made service level tiers include all the necessary checks you’d expect from a dealership. These include Bronze Service (Interim), the Silver Service (Premium) and Gold Service (Major).
| DESCRIPTION | Bronze – Lubricant service + health check | Silver – 12,000 miles / 12 months | Gold – 24,000 miles / 24 months |
| LIGHTS AND ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | |||
| 1: Check operation of exterior lights | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| 2: Check headlight alignment | ✔ | ||
| 3: Check rear reflectors | ✔ | ✔ | |
| 4: Check operation of instrument warning lamps | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| 5: Check illumination of dash and heater control lamps | ✔ | ✔ | |
| 6: Check battery condition and connections | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| 7: Check horn | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| INTERNAL / VISION | |||
| 8: Test / advise alternator output and security | ✔ | ||
| 9: Check door / bonnet lock operation and lubricate locks, hinges and catches | ✔ | ✔ | |
| 10: Check windscreen wiper and washer condition and operation | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| 11: Top up windscreen washer reservoir with additive if required | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| 12: Check / advise pollen filter condition, replace if necessary* | ✔ | ✔ | |
| 13: Check air conditioning system / temperature if applicable | ✔ | ✔ | |
| ENGINE | |||
| 14: Drain engine oil and refill* | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| 15: Replace oil filter | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| 16: Replace air filter | ✔ | ✔ | |
| 17: Replace fuel filter (if fitted and external from fuel tank) | ✔ | ||
| 18: Check / advise general oil leaks | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| 19: Check / advise coolant level and antifreeze strength | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| 20: Top up antifreeze if required | ✔ | ✔ | |
| 21: Check coolant hoses for leaks and condition, incl. header tank | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| 22: Check condition and tension of auxiliary drive belts (excl. timing belt) | ✔ | ✔ | |
| 23: Spark plugs changed according to mileage* | ✔ | ||
| 24: Check / clean HT leads and components (if fitted) | ✔ | ✔ | |
| 25: Visual check of fuel system (incl. tank and cap) | ✔ | ✔ | |
| 26: Check timing belt replacement interval & report if due according to mileage / age | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| BRAKES | |||
| 27: Check brake servo operation | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| 28: Check / advise brake fluid level and boiling point | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| 29: Top up brake fluid if required | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| 30: Visual check of brake pads for wear or damage | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| 31: Visual check of brake calipers for leaks and security | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| 32: Visual check of brake discs, shoes and cylinders for wear or damage | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| 33: Visual check of brake pipes and hoses | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| 34: Check operation of handbrake | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| 35: Check security of handbrake linkages and travel and adjust if required | ✔ | ✔ | |
| STEERING / SUSPENSION | |||
| 36: Check condition of road springs | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| 37: Check power steering fluid reservoir | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| 38: Check steering / suspension components for wear and corrosion | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| 39: Check steering rack gaiters condition | ✔ | ✔ | |
| 40: Check shock absorber condition and mounting, report any leaks | ✔ | ✔ | |
| 41: Check wheel bearings for excessive play or noise | ✔ | ✔ | |
| DRIVE SYSTEM | |||
| 42: Check drive shaft gaiters for security and report any leaks | ✔ | ✔ | |
| 43: Check gear box fluid level manual / automatic differential (if applicable) | ✔ | ✔ | |
| 44: Check / adjust clutch operation | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| 45: Check for transmission oil leaks | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| 46: Check condition of clutch cable (where visible) | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| 47: Full car fault code read | ✔ | ||
| EXHAUST | |||
| 48: Check / advise condition of exhaust and mountings | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| 49: Check / report on additive levels for Diesel vehicles (where applicable) | ✔ | ✔ | |
| TYRES / WHEELS | |||
| 50: Check tyre condition and tread depth (incl. spare) | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| 51: Check / adjust tyre pressures (incl. spare) | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| 52: Remove all road wheels and check flanges and mountings | ✔ | ||
| 53: Check wheel nut torque to manufacturer’s specification | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| 54: Expiry date for the puncture repair cannister (where applicable) | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| FINAL RE-SET / SERVICE BOOK | |||
| 55: Carry out engine management system scan | ✔ | ✔ | |
| 56: Reset vehicle service light where applicable | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| 57: Reset Oil quality counter (Diesel vehicles) | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| 58: Stamp service book | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
* Additional charges will apply should the vehicle require a pollen filter, special or synthetic oils, platinum or multi-electrode spark plugs.
*Note – Additional service operations may be required for your vehicle make/model and will be an added charge
*Note – Stamp service book as per Elite Service Manual
*Note – WHAT IS A CAMBELT AND WHY DOES IT NEED REPLACING?
Just need your car brakes checked? See our Brake Service page.
If you only need to check your brakes, see our Brake Service page
If you plan to stay local while visiting our car service Poole centre (rather than just leaving it with us and we’ll contact you when it’s ready to pick up), there are plenty of places to grab a bite to eat nearby, including:
- West Howe Fish and Chips – just the other side of Ringwood Road
- Pizza Delight – 926 Ringwood Road, Poole
- or for Good service and a good choice of meats and vegetarian foods hot drinks and cooked breakfasts why not try Rolled Up a couple of doors away