At Hicks Automotive & Exhaust Centre, we offer and excel at many servicing types. As a member of the Repco Auto Tech training program, we ensure our technicians are kept up to date with all modern vehicle repair methods.

Hicks Automotive Car Service, Repairs & Exhaust Centre (LIC# MVRL27800), take great pride in offering our clients with personalised and friendly service at all times. 
		
Conveniently located in Lithgow, our business participates in the AutoTech training program, ensuring all of our technicians are kept fully up to date with modern vehicle diagnostics and service methods. 
		
Hicks Automotive & Exhaust Centre have a wealth of experience in servicing fleet or farm vehicles. 

As a Repco Authorised Service centre, we provide the highest quality workmanship and combine this with good old fashioned customer service.

Whether it is called a major car service, a basic car service or a log book service, or a major or minor repair we can service  your car here in our Lithgow workshop.  Come and visit the car servicing experts at Hicks Automotive & Exhaust Centre today.

For the best car service, book online now or call us today to make a booking. Our Hicks Automotive & Exhaust Centre technicians are qualified to carry out car servicing and repair work on all makes and models using quality parts and the latest diagnostic equipment. You can rest assured that car service work performed by our Auto-Tech trained staff will keep your car in top condition and will maintain your statutory new car warranty.

For the best car service, book online now or call us today to make a booking.

Log Book service in Lithgow

From the alternator to the battery to the spark plugs, these small parts must work in sync in order to get everything started. If your car is not starting properly or if it has died, make an appointment with our friendly mechanics today.

Hicks Automotive & Exhaust Centre are experienced at fixing alternators, starter motors, wiring, fuses, radios, car alarms and more. Give us a call or book online and we'll get your car fixed and back on the road in no time.

From the alternator to the battery to the spark plugs, these small parts must work in sync in order to get everything started.

Auto Electrical Services in Lithgow

Auto Electrical

Auto electrical service, diagnostics and repairs

Your transmission turns engine power into movement. Every gear change depends on clean fluid at the right level and pressure. Over time that fluid breaks down with heat, towing and stop-start driving. Worn fluid means harsher shifts, more wear and, eventually, a much bigger bill.

A regular transmission service is one of the cheapest ways to protect one of the most expensive parts of your car. Whether you drive a conventional automatic, a CVT, a DSG or a manual, Hicks Automotive & Exhaust Centre can service it, diagnose it and repair it. 

7 signs your transmission needs attention

Slipping: the engine revs rise but the car doesn't speed up to match

Harsh, late or delayed shifts: a thump into gear, or a pause before drive or reverse engages

Shuddering or juddering: especially when taking off or at low speed, which is common with worn DSG clutches and CVTs

Whining, humming or clunking noises: noise that changes with speed or gear

Red or brown fluid under the car: transmission fluid leaks are usually red when fresh and darker as they age

 A burning smell: often overheated fluid, particularly after towing

A warning light or limp mode: the car holds one gear to protect itself

The cost depends on your transmission type, how much fluid it takes, the fluid and filter your manufacturer specifies, and whether you need a drain and refill or a full exchange. Please contact us for a quote. 

How much does a transmission service cost?

Automatic Transmission Service & Repairs

Transmission Service

When it comes to brakes, you should never wait until brake repairs are necessary.  

Proper testing and routine checkups, such as our 65 Point Vehicle Inspection which we provide with all full car services, are important to ensure your vehicle's brake system is in top condition. Our expert team of technicians will be happy to advise you when they suspect that service or repair of your brake system is indicated to stop it becoming a bigger issue.

Brake services we perform at Hicks Automotive & Exhaust Centre include:

Brake Disc/Rotor and Drum Resurfacing or Machining

If you recognise any symptoms that your car's braking system could possibly need service or repairs simply book online with us and have the brakes of your vehicle assessed through our Lithgow workshop today.

When it comes to brakes, you should'nt wait until brake repairs are necessary, get tested regularly.  

Brake and Clutch Service in Lithgow

Brake and Clutch

Hicks Automotive & Exhaust Centre can service your caravan or trailer right here in Lithgow in our fully equipped workshop. And remember, being backed by the Repco Nationwide Warranty means our work is covered at over 500 workshops Australia wide. Wherever you roam with your caravan or trailer, you're never far from a Repco Authorised Service Centre. 

Even if you don't use your trailer or caravan regularly you should still have it serviced at least once per year. Lack of use brings its own problems and requirements, and you should still have your towed vehicle checked on a regular basis to ensure components have not failed or deteriorated without your knowledge.

Wheel bearings, brakes and running gear are common areas of concern when it comes to trailers or caravans and these should be checked at least once a year to ensure they are operating correctly.

If you're thinking about heading out for a trip, or it's just been a while and you want to make sure it's ready to go when you are - contact us today to arrange a service for your caravan or trailer. 

Even if you don't use your trailer or caravan regularly you should still have it serviced at least once per year.

Caravan and Trailer Service & Repairs in Lithgow

Caravan and Trailers

Call Hicks Automotive & Exhaust Centre for all your diesel 4WD and diesel passenger vehicle repairs, inspections and services. We are conveniently located in Lithgow.

A diesel engine can be more efficient, better for the environment and cheaper to run than its petrol-powered counterpart. However, it still needs regular servicing to keep it running at an ultimate level and to help make sure nothing goes wrong. 

Our technicians at Hicks Automotive & Exhaust Centre are fully qualified to service diesel SUV, AWD, 4WD and Passenger diesel vehicles. Contact us today.

Call Hicks Automotive & Exhaust Centre for all your diesel 4WD and diesel passenger vehicle repairs, inspections and services.

Diesel Engine Service and Repairs in Lithgow

Diesel Repairs

Maximise your fuel efficiency with an EFI Service at Hicks Automotive & Exhaust Centre

An EFI service consists of testing and repairing the various components of the system as well as cleaning the throttle valve, fuel filter, fuel pump, and fuel injectors. An important component is the engine control unit (ECU), which regulates the fuel injection process based on the information provided to it by sensors. An EFI service may be required if there are problems with the sensors or their connections to the ECU. 

 For Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI) service in the Lithgow area, bring your car into Hicks Automotive & Exhaust Centre. We provide high quality EFI servicing and can help you sort out many fuel and electronic fuel injector related problems. Use our handy booking form below or call us today. 

Fuel filters and fuel injection cleaners are essential to the health of a fuel injector. Hicks Automotive & Exhaust Centre

Electronic Fuel Injection EFI Service and Repairs in Lithgow

Hicks Automotive & Exhaust Centre are an Authorised Unregistered Vehicle Inspection Scheme (AUVIS) Inspection Station in Lithgow, meaning we are certified to provide (AUVIS) Inspections, or “Blue Slips” as they are commonly known.

A Blue Slip Inspection report verifies the safety of an unregistered vehicle, while making sure it meets design and identity standards. This includes vehicles where registration has expired or for inspections of vehicles before purchase

A Blue Slip is essentially a Roadworthy & Safety Inspection report for unregistered vehicles and is required prior to registering a vehicle in NSW that is either unregistered or does not have NSW license plates (i.e. – vehicles bought interstate or overseas for use in NSW).

You may also require a Blue Slip to clear a defect or adjust records or if your car has been unregistered for more than 90 days. Book your blue slip inspection with us below. 

Authorised Unregistered Vehicle Inspection Scheme (AUVIS) Inspections, or Blue Slips, verify the safety of an unregistered vehicle, while making sure it meets design and identity standards. This includes vehicles where registration has…

RMS Blue Slips Roadworthy Inspections in Lithgow

RMS Blue Slips

It is easy to organise an E-Safety Check (Pink Slip) with Hicks Automotive & Exhaust Centre. Call us today or use our handy booking form below to get started. 

An E-Safety Check verifies that your car is safe and ready for use on the road. E-Safety Checks are required in New South Wales as a condition of registration renewal when the vehicle is more than five years old. Your registration renewal papers will state if you require an e-safety check as part of your next registration. 

It is easy to organise an E-Safety Check (Pink Slip) with Hicks Automotive & Exhaust Centre.

RMS Pink Slip Roadworthy Inspection RWC

RMS Pink Slips

Hicks Automotive & Exhaust Centre in Lithgow is a licensed roadworthy inspection station and can issue roadworthy certificates for vehicles that pass the roadworthy assessment test.  				

A roadworthy inspection includes checking:

A roadworthy inspection is not a comprehensive full vehicle inspection. Talk to us today about the different types of inspections available at Hicks Automotive & Exhaust Centre and which one will best suit your needs. 

Book a roadworthy inspection at Hicks Automotive & Exhaust Centre today.

Roadworthy Inspections in Lithgow

Roadworthy Inspections

Is your car not handling the way it used to, rocking or rolling when cornering or not stopping as well as it once did? A Safe-T-Stop inspection will examine the braking and suspension systems of your car in a way that goes well beyond a simple road check.

Your braking and suspension systems play a vital role in making sure that your car stops quickly, efficiently and most of all - safely. Hicks Automotive & Exhaust Centre in Lithgow will always take your safety very seriously and have invested in a state of the art Safe-T-Stop testing machine.

A Safe-T-Stop check will result in an accurate and detailed report, enabling the qualified technicians at Hicks Automotive & Exhaust Centre to advise you on any critical adjustments that should be made to ensure your safety and comfort.  For the best, most accurate brake test in Lithgow make a booking at Hicks Automotive & Exhaust Centre today. 

A Safe-T-Stop inspection will examine the braking and suspension systems of your car in a way that goes well beyond a simple road check.

Safe-T-Stop in Lithgow

Safe-T-Stop

Hicks Automotive & Exhaust Centre are approved to install and service all Smart Start Alcohol Ignition Interlock Devices in Australia. So if your are in or around the Lithgow area, we can help!

We install and service Smart Start Alcohol Ignition Interlock Devices to all makes and models.

As Hicks Automotive & Exhaust Centre is a specialist automotive workshop that perform body work, we can also provide custom installation for performance cars, modified vehicles, luxury cars and motorcycles so that when it comes time to remove those units there will be no visual impact to the vehicle.

So when the need arises, contact the understanding team at Hicks Automotive & Exhaust Centre. We can provide you with a quote and book you in for an installation or service.

Hicks Automotive & Exhaust Centre install and service Smart Start Alcohol Ignition Interlock Devices to all makes and models of cars and motorcycles.

Alcohol Ignition Interlock Install & Service in Lithgow

Smart Start Alcohol Interlocks Install & Service

A reconditioned car engine can often be less expensive than having your vehicle's motor replaced with a brand new engine. The team at Hicks Automotive & Exhaust Centre are qualified car engine reconditioning mechanics that can supply and fit second hand and reconditioned motors. 

Speak with the team today about how we can help you with a reconditioned engine.

Save on engine replacement with quality reconditioned and second-hand motors supplied and fitted by Hicks Automotive & Exhaust Centre. Contact our team today.

Reconditioned Engines Supply & Fit | Lithgow

Engine Recon

Your car's suspension and steering are critical for stability, good handling and ultimately safety whilst on the road.  That's why a regular suspension and steering service that includes inspection of the overall suspension and steering system, will protect the longevity of your tyres and the efficiency of your vehicle.

At Hicks Automotive & Exhaust Centre, we have highly trained mechanics that are familiar with all types of steering and suspension systems. We are able to inspect, diagnose and discuss possible maintenance and/or repairs that are required for your car. 

A regular suspension and steering service that includes inspection of the overall suspension and steering system, will protect the longevity of your tyres and the efficiency of your vehicle.

Suspension and Steering Service

Suspension & Steering

Whether its due to a breakdown, an accident or it's simply been sitting too long - needing to get an undriveable to a mechanic workshop to fix it can be a daunting prospect, but it doesn't have to be.

Hicks Automotive & Exhaust Centre in Lithgow provide a car towing service within the local area to get vehicles that cannot be driven recovered and brought to our workshop for repairs. 

If there is any doubt as to the safety of driving your vehicle then simply do not take the risk - get it towed. Contact Hicks Automotive & Exhaust Centre in Lithgow to arrange a towing service today.

Hicks Automotive & Exhaust Centre in Lithgow provide a car towing service within the local area to get vehicles that cannot be driven recovered and brought to our workshop for repairs.

Towing Service in Lithgow

Towing Service

When you need Tyres contact Hicks Automotive & Exhaust Centre. 

Regular servicing will keep tabs on your tyre condition and is also a good opportunity to have wheels rotated and balanced. They are relatively low cost and can greatly improve your driving experience. 

As part of our service, we offer tyre rotation, wheel balancing and inspections, as well as tyre sales, fitting, and repairs. 

We have Hifly and Austock Tyres in stock and can also order tyres in overnight if needed. Just have a chat with us about what we can do for you!

New tyres, a tyre rotation and wheel balance go hand in hand to ensure good handling. Hicks Automotive & Exhaust Centre are experienced at maintaining tyres and related components and can give you good advice on purchasing the correct tyres for your car.

Hicks Automotive & Exhaust Centre know that tyres are an essential part of any car - every time you hit the roads, they suffer wear and tear. That's why we are committed to keeping them in the best possible condition.

Tyres Sales & Service in Lithgow

Hicks Automotive & Exhaust Centre in Lithgow can conduct a vehicle condition inspection to assess the condition of most motor vehicles and provide you with a Vehicle Condition Report.                     

Whether you are purchasing a used car, embarking on a long trip, or just trying to decide whether to keep or sell your car, our Vehicle Condition Report will help give you the information you need to make a decision*.                     

The Vehicle Condition Report covers a wide number of critical areas of the vehicle. The report can be carried out on all passenger, 4WD and light commercial vehicles. To help give you peace of mind, our Vehicle Condition Report offers you a thorough understanding of common issues that can arise.                      

An itemised condition* report performed by qualified  technicians

Testing is completely independent of car dealers

*Important. There are certain items that cannot be checked without complete dismantling of components which are not covered in this report.                             Please call Hicks Automotive & Exhaust Centre if you have a specific concern you’d like addressed.                         

The Vehicle Condition Inspection goes deeper than a roadworthy inspection.

150 Point Vehicle Inspection Report in Lithgow

Vehicle Condition Report

We can combine our fully qualified expertise and knowledge with our local understanding of the driving conditions in Lithgow to not only make sure your wheels are aligned correctly, but to confirm there are no underlying issues with the technologies behind the wheel that keep you safe on the roads.

The performance of safety systems such as traction, stability control, and  ABS braking systems depend largely on how well the suspension performs, which also depends on how well the wheels are aligned, which then has a direct bearing on how the suspension copes with cornering and braking forces, as well as with sudden steering inputs - phew, that's a long line of follow on effects! But that's why it's important to always have a fully qualified workshop perform your Wheel Alignment. 

Having an alignment procedure done at Hicks Automotive & Exhaust Centre means knowing that the root cause of the original wheel alignment problem can be corrected professionally by suitably qualified technicians. Book in today!

Hicks Automotive & Exhaust Centre can combine our fully qualified expertise and knowledge with our understanding of local driving conditions to not only make sure your wheels are aligned correctly, but to confirm there are no underlying issues with the technologies behind the wheel that keep you safe on the roads...

Wheel Alignment in Lithgow

Wheel Alignment

Wheel balance refers to how smoothly an individual wheel rotates around its own centre. Unbalanced wheels can cause other parts of your car to wear down faster - such as shock absorbers, struts and steering. If your wheels are not balanced properly it can affect the overall performance and feel of your car. 

Your steering wheel or car vibrates at high speed.

Your tyres have had some rough treatment such as potholes or extremely rough roads. 

Hicks Automotive & Exhaust Centre are fully equipped to balance your wheels - if you have any concerns, don't hesitate to make a booking today. 

Wheel balance refers to how smoothly an individual wheel rotates around its own centre.

Hicks Automotive & Exhaust Centre

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