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How To Replace Spark Plugs

Having trouble starting your car, or is your check engine light on? Your spark plugs might need replacing. Check out our DIY guide on how to replace spark plugs.

Servicing & Mechanical

Enhance your engine's performance and fuel economy by replacing the air filter. Discover how to choose the right filter, clean the airbox, and maintain a reusable filter. Visit Supercheap Auto for a wide selection of high-quality air filters.

13 September 2023

Servicing & Mechanical

How To Check Your Engine Light

Find out what the check engine light means and how to perform a vehicle diagnostic with OBD2 tools to get the problem fixed. It’s quick, super easy and right here!

05 June 2023

Servicing & Mechanical

How To Change Brake Pads Yourself

Learn how to change brake pads with our step-by-step guide to DIY brake pad replacement. Save money & ensure your vehicle's safety on the road. Get started now!

02 June 2023

Servicing & Mechanical

How to Replace a Cabin Air Filter

Improve your car air quality with our step-by-step guide to cabin air filter replacement. Click here to learn how to replace a cabin air filter today.

05 June 2023

Servicing & Mechanical

How To Change Your Wiper Blades

Click here to learn more about replacing car wipers. Find out how to change your wiper blades in this easy, step-by-step do-it-yourself guide.

05 June 2023

Servicing & Mechanical

How to Check & Top Up Your Car's Engine Oil

Learn how to check and top up your car's engine oil with our step-by-step guide. Maintain engine health and performance. Find the right automotive products at Supercheap Auto.

25 August 2023

Servicing & Mechanical

Choose the Right Engine Oil

Find the perfect engine oil for your car at Supercheap Auto. Learn about oil classifications, viscosity, and types of engine oils. Shop online or visit your local store today.

23 August 2023

Servicing & Mechanical

DIY Super Service With CRC

Learn how to SUPER service under your bonnet with CRC and get the very best longevity and performance from your car

Servicing & Mechanical

What is the right coolant for your vehicle?

A vital element in your engines' operation

Servicing & Mechanical

How To Change a Tyre

Inconvenient, and always happening when you can least afford it!

Servicing & Mechanical

How To Change Automatic Transmission Fluid

Ensure your transmission runs efficiently and avoid transmission repairs

Servicing & Mechanical

How To Check and Adjust a Drive Belt

Inspecting a drive belt for damage and correct tension.

Servicing & Mechanical

How To Check and Top Up Power Steering Fluid

Have you noticed your steering becoming increasingly difficult?

Servicing & Mechanical

How To Check and Replace a Radiator Hose

Could a damaged or worn hose be causing your coolant leaks?

Servicing & Mechanical

How To Check Drum Brakes

Not to be forgotten, drum brakes are commonly fitted to the rear of older vehicles

28 February 2022

Servicing & Mechanical

How To Check Shock Absorbers

Shock absorbers play a vital part in your vehicles safety and control.

Servicing & Mechanical

Get to Know Your Tyre Size

Not a lot of people are aware of what their car’s tyre size is and until the time comes for them to purchase new tyres

Servicing & Mechanical

How To Hone an Engine Cylinder

Engine Cylinder Hones are a must have tool for de-glazing bores, and achieving a top notch results from your rebuilt engine

Servicing & Mechanical

How Do I Know I Need a New Timing Belt?

If there is an issue with your timing belt, it’s very important that you have it replaced immediately.

Servicing & Mechanical

How To Change Engine Oil & Filter | Supercheap Auto

Engine oil maintenance and replacement is essential if you want long life from your vehicle. Find out how to change your engine oil and your oil filter in under an hour! It’s easier than you think.

07 September 2023

Servicing & Mechanical

How To Check and Top Up Coolant

Click here to learn how to check and top up your coolant. Find out what you should and shouldn’t use as a coolant. It's SUPER easy! Get started now.

05 June 2023

Servicing & Mechanical

How to Check Your Tyres

You need to make sure that the tyres are all inflated correctly and have decent tread

Servicing & Mechanical

How to Perform an Oil Pressure Test

Make sure your oil pressure is optimal before you go on any long drives

Servicing & Mechanical

How To Remove a Harmonic Balancer

Removing it doesn't have to be difficult. Here's how!

Servicing & Mechanical

How To Remove a Serpentine Belt

ToolPRO makes changing a serpentine belt a simple task, even on the trickiest of vehicles. Here’s how it’s done.

Servicing & Mechanical

How to Remove a Steering Wheel

If you need to remove a steering wheel easily and safely, this is the guide for you!

Servicing & Mechanical

How To Remove Ball Joints with a Ball Joint Separator

Separating ball joints/tie rod ends has never been easier!

Servicing & Mechanical

How To Replace a Clutch

A worn clutch is one of the more complex home mechanic tasks, but can be completed in under a day

Servicing & Mechanical

How To Replace a Drive Belt

Save on costly mechanic bills by replacing your own drive belt

Servicing & Mechanical

How To Replace a Thermostat

Check out our simple DIY guide to replacing a thermostat.

Servicing & Mechanical

How To Replace Bonnet or Hatch Support Struts

Stop your bonnet or hatch closing on your head

Servicing & Mechanical

How To Replace Brake Fluid and Bleed Brakes

Fresh fluid is crucial to correct brake feel and operation

Servicing & Mechanical

How To Replace Brake Rotors

Step-by-step replacement of your worn brake rotors

Servicing & Mechanical

How To Replace Shock Absorbers

Shock absorbers play a vital part in your vehicles safety and control

Servicing & Mechanical

Bright Sparks!

The Supercheap Auto experts tell us how spark plugs work — and why they sometimes don’t.

16 October 2023

Servicing & Mechanical

How To Change Vehicle Coolant

Learn everything you need to know about when and how to replace vehicle coolant with Supercheap Auto. Read more now.

01 March 2024

Servicing & Mechanical

How To Replace Wheel Bearings, Races & Seals

Replacing wheel bearings can become a painful job without the right tools. Here's how its done easily

Servicing & Mechanical

Signs That Transmission Fluid Needs to Be Changed

Clear Indications that your vehicle’s transmission fluid may require to be changed

Servicing & Mechanical

Signs That Your Coolant Needs Changing

Most common signs which show that your engine coolant needs to be changed

Servicing & Mechanical

Signs That Your Gear Oil Needs Changing

Common signs which indicate that your gear oil needs to be changed

Servicing & Mechanical

Signs That Your Vehicle Requires an Oil Change

In this article, we are going to explain some of the signs of your engine requiring an oil change

Servicing & Mechanical

The Importance of Changing Engine Oil Regularly

How important it is for you to change your car’s engine oil?

Servicing & Mechanical

How to Perform a Radiator Pressure Test

If you're planning a road trip or a regular service, check your cooling system before it leaves you stranded

Servicing & Mechanical

How to Tune your Ignition

Accurate ignition timing in your vehicle is important for economy and power

Servicing & Mechanical

How to Use a Pitman Arm Remover

Here is a simple step by step guide to removing a pitman arm

Servicing & Mechanical

How to use an Oil Flush Additive

Great Guides and Tips - By That Car Channel

Servicing & Mechanical

How To Use a Piston Ring Compressor

Make replacing piston rings engines an effortless task

Servicing & Mechanical

Liqui Moly Engine Flush Plus - How to Use

Great Guides and Tips - By That Car Channel

Servicing & Mechanical

How To Lubricate Suspension

Ensure your suspension is functioning smoothly

Servicing & Mechanical

Understanding Diesel Engine Oils

An in-depth explanation on diesel engine oils and how they what differ from petrol engine oils

Servicing & Mechanical

Understanding Gear Oils

Everything that you need to know about gear oils

Servicing & Mechanical

Understanding Power Steering Fluids

Key information about everyday power steering fluids

Servicing & Mechanical

Understanding Spark Plug Part Numbers

Choosing the correct spark plug is simple if you can read in code

Servicing & Mechanical

Understanding Transmission Fluids

A simple guide about the differences in transmission fluids

Servicing & Mechanical

How To Use an Engine Compression Tester

A simple test which can aid spotting an engine problem early

Servicing & Mechanical

How To Use Feeler Gauges

Need to accurate measure gaps and tolerances? Check out how to use a feeler gauge set.

Servicing & Mechanical

When Do I Need New Brake Pads?

Whether you drive a Toyota, Ford, Mazda, Honda or any other car make, brake pads are by far one of the most important things to keep a look out for on your car

Servicing & Mechanical

How to Change Diff Oil

Changing Diff Oil is an easy process, check out this great step by step guide to see how.

Servicing & Mechanical

How to Use a Clutch Alignment Tool

Alining a clutch can be done a lot easier with a clutch alignment tool

Servicing & Mechanical

How to Use Coil Spring Compressors

Replacing coil springs can be done easier and safer with coil spring compressors

Servicing & Mechanical

Ryco Oil Filters - The Ultimate in Oil Filtration

The Supercheap Auto experts give us the run down on oil filters.

16 October 2023

Servicing & Mechanical

Which brake pads are right for you?

Put Your Foot Down with Confidence

Servicing & Mechanical

What's the difference between spark plugs?

What Drives You, Drives Bosch

Servicing & Mechanical

The basic essentials of removing an engine

Need to remove an engine? The basic equipment and procedures you’ll need to know are covered right here.

Servicing & Mechanical

Give Me A Brake

The experts at Supercheap Auto give us the rundown on motorcycle brakes.

16 October 2023

Servicing & Mechanical

K&N Air Filters - Designed for High Performance & Protection

The Supercheap Auto experts give us the run down on the air filter — the lungs of your car.

14 October 2023

Servicing & Mechanical

How To Change Motorcycle Brake Pads

Noisy brakes driving you mad? Chasing an upgrade in braking performance? Level up your DIY skills with our guide on how to change motorcycle brake pads!

23 December 2023

Servicing & Mechanical

Christmas Holiday Ready: Simple Service

Find the right oil and filter for your vehicle using the My Garage tab at the top of the Supercheap Auto website.

18 December 2023

Servicing & Mechanical

Ultimate Guide to Windscreen Chip Repair

Have a chip or crack in your windscreen or window? We can help!

Servicing & Mechanical

How Often Should I Change My Car Tyres?

Tyres are what help your car stay on the road. Tyres are what help your car head in the right direction. Ultimately, if your tyres are worn or faulty, you shouldn’t be driving your car.

Servicing & Mechanical

Nitrogen Tyre Inflation

Get more out of your tyres. Improve tyre life and fuel economy.

Servicing & Mechanical

Tyres

Buy Tyres online for fitment, or have them delivered to your home

Servicing & Mechanical

How To Remove An Engine

Here is a basic guide to removing and engine and what you'll need

Servicing & Mechanical

Modifying Suspension

In this article, we will talk about the ways to modify your car's suspension

Servicing & Mechanical

How to adjust a wheel bearing - Nissan GU Patrol

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Servicing & Mechanical

How To Use OBD2 Scanners

Master the art of vehicle diagnostics! Supercheap Auto's guide on how to use an OBD2 scanner is your roadmap to unlocking peak performance. Read more.

Servicing & Mechanical

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