Your vehicle's differential bushings might be the culprit if they’re old, worn, or cracked. These essential components help control movement in the joints, absorb bumps on the road, and reduce vibrations and noise whether you’re driving forward or reversing. At Hicks Automotive & Exhaust Centre, your trusted local mechanic in Lithgow, we’re well-equipped to handle this and many other automotive issues.  

The Ford Territory and Falcon are undoubtedly two of the most popular vehicles seen on Australian roads. However, both models are known to experience significant wear in certain rear suspension components, particularly the rear differential bushing. This is most common in vehicles that have covered high mileage, possess high horsepower, or are regularly used for towing.

If you’ve noticed a clunking noise or felt a jolt when accelerating or shifting between drive and reverse, it may indicate that your differential bushing is no longer functioning as it should. The rear differential bushing is designed to ensure a smooth and quiet transfer of power from the engine to the rear wheels, making it a vital part of your vehicle’s performance.  

Ignoring this issue can lead to additional wear and tear on other drivetrain and suspension components, potentially resulting in more costly repairs. Acting promptly when symptoms arise is both practical and cost-effective.

At Hicks Automotive & Exhaust Centre, your local Repco Authorised Service centre in Lithgow, our skilled team has extensive experience diagnosing and resolving this problem. We can replace your worn rubber differential bushing with a durable Nolathane alternative, which is specifically engineered to address these concerns and restore your vehicle to peak performance.  

Did you know? Upgraded differential bushings, like Nolathane, not only improve durability but can also enhance handling and stability during cornering or heavy towing—offering additional benefits for your vehicle.

If clunking has become a regular part of your Territory or Falcon experience, don’t wait—get in touch with the team at Hicks Automotive & Exhaust Centre today.

Diagnose and repair differential bushing issues at Hicks Automotive & Exhaust Centre. Enhance performance, reduce noise, and improve handling with durable Nolathane upgrades. Book your service today!

Smooth Out Clunking in Your Territory or Falcon

At Hicks Automotive & Exhaust Centre in Lithgow, we understand how crucial the transmission is to your vehicle’s performance.  

Your transmission enables your car to shift smoothly between gears, and transmission fluid plays a vital role in making this possible. Not only does it ensure seamless gear changes, but it also protects the internal components of your transmission. While transmission fluid doesn’t naturally decrease with use, it’s still important to check its level regularly. 

Over time, transmission fluid can become contaminated with metal particles and debris, which can reduce the lifespan of your transmission. Replacing a transmission is a costly repair, so maintaining clean, adequate transmission fluid is a smart way to protect your vehicle and avoid unnecessary expenses in the long term. 

Additionally, it’s worth noting that transmissions can suffer from overheating if fluid levels are too low, as the fluid also helps regulate temperature within the system.

At Hicks Automotive & Exhaust Centre, we offer a comprehensive 65 Point Vehicle Condition Report with every full car service upon request. This includes inspecting your transmission fluid, and we’ll let you know if it needs replacing or if your vehicle could benefit from a transmission service.

Ensure smooth gear changes with Hicks Automotive & Exhaust Centre. We check and maintain transmission fluid as part of our services to keep your vehicle performing at its best. Book a service today!

Expert Vehicle Transmission Services

Log Book Servicing is a proactive approach to car maintenance where regular inspections and small fixes keep your vehicle running smoothly and efficiently to prevent small problems turning into major damage and issues which could otherwise be very costly to repair.

Every passenger car (and most commercials vehicles) should be issued with a “Log Book” by the manufacturer, which lays out the specified timing and agenda for your regular log book services. You should keep your log book in your glove box for reference and recording any details, but Hicks Automotive & Exhaust Centre can also refer to our database to get the required information if you've misplaced your book.

The schedule of the service will be a combination of both time or distance.

You may be tempted to delay your next log book service because your car is probably still driveable and it may not have reached BOTH the time and distance measures. While you obviously need to find availability in your budget and schedule, don't delay too long because wear and tear on the car will increase exponentially and could lead to damage which is many times more expensive than the log book service would have been.

Every car is different and the agenda for each service changes according to the schedule, which is why each vehicle is issued with a log book.

Here are some examples of what can be included:

For a qualified Log Book Service at a competitive price, speak with us at Hicks Automotive & Exhaust Centre or book online. 

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Every car is different and the agenda for each service changes according to the schedule, which is why each vehicle is issued with a log book...

Log Book Servicing in Lithgow

Hicks Automotive & Exhaust Centre have the knowledge and expertise to perform repairs, diagnostics and service on all European and Luxury vehicles including Alfa Romeo - Audi - BMW - Citroen - Ferrari - Fiat - Land Rover - Mercedes Benz - Mini Cooper - Peugeot - Lexus - Porsche - Volvo and many more in our well appointed Lithgow workshop.

European cars are designed and built with distinctive craftsmanship, with finely tuned engines that require a high level of specialised knowledge to service or maintain them to the standards they deserve. Euro and Luxury vehicles often have cutting edge technologies that require cutting edge expertise.

We are Repco Auto-Tech training programme members - Australia's leading provider of automotive technical training and information, so you can be sure that Hicks Automotive & Exhaust Centre are always up to date with all modern vehicle servicing techniques. Through the Auto-Tech encyclopaedia and SmartQuote programs Hicks Automotive & Exhaust Centre have easy access to the required service schedules for all Luxury makes and models.

Our fully qualified technicians know exactly how to care for all European and Luxury Vehicles, whether it be using European car specific software for diagnosis or choosing the right quality parts.

If you're looking for an Audi service, an experienced BMW mechanic or someone to help protect your Luxury investment with qualified European car expertise contact us or book a service today.

Hicks Automotive & Exhaust Centre have the knowledge and expertise to perform repairs, diagnostics and service on all European and Luxury vehicles...

European and luxury car service i n Lithgow

As your local Mechanic in Lithgow, Hicks Automotive & Exhaust Centre take great pride in offering only the very best in car servicing and automotive repairs.

Hicks Automotive & Exhaust Centre (MVRL27800) specialise in car servicing for all makes and models, including commercial fleet vehicles. Hicks Automotive & Exhaust Centre are a Carline Exhaust Centre and specialise in service and repair of exhaust systems for all types of vehicles, including Truck Exhausts.

Hicks Automotive & Exhaust Centre don't just perform Muffler and Exhaust work as the name might suggest.

With extremely fast turn around times, Hick's Automotive & Exhaust Centre are very well equipped to provide a full range of car service and automotive repair services. Such services include brakes and clutches, tune ups, lube jobs, engine replacement, fuel injection servicing, radiator service and suspension work, diesel repairs, suspensions & tyres, just to name a few. Engine Reconditioning can be arranged if that is required.

If you are looking to have a vehicle inspected you may be interested in our Roadworthy Inspections or our 150 Point Comprehensive Vehicle Check. 

All major brand tyres are also available for purchase onsite, making it a one stop shop for your car service needs.

If you are looking to have a vehicle inspected you may be interested in our Roadworthy Inspections or our 150 Point Comprehensive Vehicle Check.

Our fully qualified log book servicing ensures your car is in safe hands. Our Lithgow workshop is well equipped to provide quality car service and repairs on all models... including four wheel drive and Diesel vehicles. 

Hicks Automotive & Exhaust Centre are a locally owned, family run business established in 1984 by Brian and Christine Hicks, with the aim of providing professional, prompt and courteous service. 

A common phrase heard in Lithgow is "Hix will Fix". This is because Brian is the type of mechanic who believes that cars of any age can be kept in good condition without costing you an arm and a leg.

He always gives sound advice and offers solutions based on lateral thought and a common sense approach to solving automotive problems, not the ease of the job or the profit to be made. 

Brian and Christine are understandably proud of the reputation of their Lithgow workshop and they know it is their "Human Touch" approach to business which keeps satisfied customers coming back.

Not only do customers repeatedly come to have a car service or automotive repair carried out, they regularly recommend Hicks Automotive & Exhaust Centre to friends and family as an honest and trustworthy mechanic. 

As a  Repco Authorised Service centre, we have a commitment to high quality workmanship, ensuring the very best in automotive care. Our Business is a member of the Repco Auto Tech.

 training program, ensuring each mechanic is kept fully up to date with modern vehicle repair methods. All of our work is fully backed by the Repco Nationwide Warranty , which covers quality Repco parts and labour. and is supported at over 400 Repco Authorised Service Dealers Australia wide.

So you can simply rest assured - your car is in safe hands with Hicks Automotive & Exhaust Centre.

For friendly service from a trusted independent mechanic, you can rely on the service team at Hicks Automotive & Exhaust Centre. 

The team at Hicks Automotive & Exhaust Centre (MVRL27800) are committed to excellence. As a Repco Authorised Service Centre we provide high quality customer service and superior workmanship, ensuring our customers receive the very best in automotive care.

Automotive Servicing and Repairs plus Exhausts and Mufflers in Lithgow

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.

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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 witn good old fashioned customer service.

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