 We advise that our workshop will be closed for the Christmas period from the close of business on Friday 20th of December and reopening on Monday the 6th of January. We wish our customers a happy and safe Christmas and New Year.

Rye Automotive & Tyre Service take great pride in offering their clients personalised, and friendly service at all times. 

Conveniently located in Rye, the business is a member of the Repco Auto Tech training program, ensuring their technicians are kept fully up to date with modern vehicle repair methods. 

Rye Automotive & Tyre Service have a wealth of experience in servicing all makes and models, including commercial fleet vehicles. As a Repco Authorised Service Centre, they have a commitment to high quality workmanship, ensuring the very best in automotive care.


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When you're cruising down the highway on a sunny day, the last thing you want is for your vehicle to overheat. Enter the unsung hero of your car's engine health: the cooling system. This essential component ensures that your engine remains at the optimal temperature, preventing overheating and maintaining peak performance. Warning Signs Your Cooling System Needs Attention Spotting the signs of a struggling cooling system early can prevent major headaches. Here are a few red flags to watch out for: Engine Overheating: If your temperature gauge frequently reads high, it's time for a check-up. Coolant Leaks: Puddles under your car can indicate a leak in the system. Steamy Situations: Steam coming from under the hood is a sure sign something’s wrong. Unusual Noises: Whining or hissing sounds can point to a cooling system issue. Understanding Your Car's Cooling System At its core, a vehicle's cooling system is a network designed to manage the engine's temperature. It circulates coolant—typically a mix of water and antifreeze—throughout the engine, absorbing excess heat. This heated fluid is then routed to the radiator, where it's cooled by air before making its journey back to the engine. This cycle is crucial in maintaining a balanced engine temperature, ensuring your car runs smoothly and efficiently. The Crucial Role of Regular Checks Like any other part of your vehicle, the cooling system requires regular maintenance to function effectively. Our Professional mechanics can identify potential issues early on, saving you from costly repairs down the road. Routine checks can include inspecting hoses and belts for wear, checking the coolant level and quality, and testing the thermostat. By ensuring these elements are in top condition, you’re safeguarding your engine's health. For all things related to vehicle cooling systems, Rye Automotive & Tyre Service stands as the leading expert in Rye. Our team is dedicated to providing top-notch service, ensuring your car's cooling system is always running at its best. We offer a comprehensive range of services to keep your vehicle cool and your mind at ease. Top-Notch Services at Rye Automotive & Tyre Service At our state-of-the-art workshop, we provide a variety of services tailored to your vehicle's cooling system needs. From thorough inspections and maintenance to repairs and coolant flushes, we’ve got you covered. Our experienced technicians are here to ensure your vehicle is always ready to hit the road without a hitch. We can: ﻿Radiator Flush: Keep your engine cool by getting rid of old coolant and replacing it with fresh fluid. Thermostat Check: Ensure your thermostat is working correctly to prevent overheating. Coolant Level Inspection: Regularly check and top off your coolant levels to maintain optimal performance. Hose and Belt Inspection: Look for any signs of wear or leaks in hoses and belts to avoid unexpected breakdowns. Cooling Fan Assessment: Make sure your cooling fan is operating properly to keep everything running smoothly. Keeping your vehicle's cooling system in perfect shape is essential for a smooth and worry-free driving experience. With Rye Automotive & Tyre Service, you have a team of friendly experts ready to assist you with all your cooling system needs. Visit us today and drive with peace of mind, knowing that your car is in the best possible hands.

Rye Automotive & Tyre Service is dedicated to providing top-notch service, ensuring your car's cooling system is always running at its best.

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Keep your cool, without global warming. A proactive car air conditioning approach to protecting our environment.  As Australia begins phasing down HFC use (from January 2018), many new vehicle manufacturers may be switching to new air conditioning systems using the more environmentally friendly refrigerant R-1234yf, instead of R-134a. The benefits of using R-1234yf "Twelve Thirty Four", as R-1234yf is sometimes known, is an HFO type refrigerant delivering high performance, resulting in a more efficient air-conditioning system, fewer emissions and reduced fuel consumption. Hydrofluoroolefins (HFO's) have a double carbon bond meaning they trap less heat in the atmosphere than Hydrofluorocarbons (HFC's) and break down faster. Importantly, R-1234yf systems are specifically engineered to prevent refrigerant leakage and loss, including into the interior of the vehicle. The leakage of refrigerants contributes considerably to greenhouse gases. Why the switch? Older type refrigerants accumulate in the upper atmosphere as greenhouse gases and contribute significantly to Global Warming for a considerable time. In the mid-'90s, the old R-12 (or Freon), which takes a long time to break down into a non-greenhouse gas, was replaced with R134a, which breaks down much quicker. R-1234yf takes that improvement to the next level, breaking down in less than half the time of R-134a (and a fraction of the time R-12 can take). R-134a will remain in use for some time and a licensed mechanic can still service R-134a air con systems, but new vehicles will likely use the new systems with R-1234yf. Some already are. Irrespective of what type of refrigerant your car air conditioner uses, a car service workshop undertaking air conditioner service must have the right knowledge and equipment to handle these gases responsibly. You should always take your car to a mechanic with the skills and specialist equipment to undertake air conditioning service safely and correctly.

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Trust, experience & knowledge ... You can rely on your Local and Independent Repco Authorised Service centre, Rye Automotive & Tyre Service to service and repair your vehicle. As a Repco Authorised Service centre, Rye Automotive & Tyre Service use quality parts and lubricants and employ state of the art diagnostic equipment and repair methods. What’s more, our fully qualified technicians have access to the latest service information, bulletins and training through the Australia wide Repco Auto Tech program. We provide a full range of automotive services right here in Rye and surrounding areas, all backed by our Repco Authorised Service Nationwide Warranty and fully supported at over 500 Service Centres right across Australia. So rest assured - your car is in safe hands.

As a Repco Authorised Service centre, we use quality parts and lubricants and employ state of the art diagnostic equipment and repair methods.

Rye Automotive & Tyre Service - Our expertise & knowledge

Modern radiator coolants not only protect your car from overheating, or the fluid from freezing, they also protect the radiator system from corrosion. Rye Automotive & Tyre Service in Rye are very knowledgeable and experienced in looking after these systems.  It is recommended that you exchange your radiator coolant fluid every two years or 40,000 km's whichever comes first. However the size of the engine, the climate in your area, the age of your current coolant, and the total miles that have been driven can all affect the need to replace the coolant in your radiator. Knowing when to replenish your radiator fluid isn't always easy - obviously, when it has gone a dirty brown colour it's a sign it probably needs to be flushed and replaced - however even fresh-looking coolant could have lost its corrosion protection properties and without measuring its reserve alkalinity there's no signal that it is no longer protecting your vehicle components, and it could even be doing more damage than good. Maintaining good coolant means your radiator system will be much better protected from corrosion and will have a longer life span, it will help prevent you from having to replace expensive engine components. At Rye Automotive & Tyre Service in Rye at your request, we will perform a full 65 Point Vehicle Inspection report for free as part of any minor, major or log book service. Part of this inspection includes checking the level and condition of coolant in your system and the written report will advise you if we feel a radiator flush, fluid replacement or any repairs are required to maintain the performance of your vehicle.

Even if it looks clean, your coolant still might need replacing!

Radiator Coolant

Faulty and low charge batteries are to be avoided. Don't wait till you're stranded somewhere on the side of the road, hoping for a jump start. It is easy to have your car, bike, truck battery tested or charged up at Rye Automotive & Tyre Service in Rye.  Often issues occur because we have all reduced how much we drive or decided to only rely on one car (as petrol prices skyrocket!) and have left the other in the garage. But did you know that batteries can still discharge even when your car isn't in use? - ask Rye Automotive & Tyre Service about a battery test today!  Our technicians do a battery load test as part of the 65 Point Vehicle Inspection Report that comes free with every car service. If you have concerns, we can do a stand-alone battery test and inspection right here in Rye. Car Battery FAQ How do I know if my battery is getting flat or low? The most obvious sign of a flat battery is when your car won't start, but modern motor vehicles can show symptoms like non-essential functions not operating correctly - things like idle stop-start function not working, or the car's air-conditioning not working effectively.
Other signs you might need a new car battery include: Vehicle is slow to start Engine won't start Dash Lights work, but engine won't start Constantly needing a jump start Film or corrosion on the battery Cracked swollen or leaky battery Rotten egg smell under the hood Do I need a new car battery? The most obvious sign of a flat battery is when your car won't start. Modern motor vehicles can show symptoms like the idle stop-start not working or the car's air-conditioning not working to full capacity.

Other signs include cracked, dirty or leaky batteries, a rotten egg smell under the hood of your car, or regularly needing a jump start or recharge. The best way to know if you need a new battery is to get a car battery test at {{{businessName}}} Does a flat battery use more fuel? Yes! When your car battery is running flat, the alternator works harder to recharge the battery. This added load on the engine means it burns more fuel. Where can I buy a new car battery? Come in and see us! As a Repco Authorised Service Centre, {{{businessName}}} have access to the highest quality batteries to suit most vehicles. Who can test my car battery? {{{businessName}}} can do a battery load test. Phone us or visit the workshop today. Why choose {{{businessName}}} for a battery test? If you have concerns about your vehicle's performance, it is wise to get your battery tested at a full-service workshop like {{{businessName}}} rather than at a parts store. That's because we take into consideration the whole vehicle and can diagnose any deeper issues. There is nothing worse than replacing your car battery only to find the problem actually lies elsewhere… except maybe being told your battery test is fine with no explanation for your ongoing issues! Can my car battery be recharged? Yes, in fact the battery is being recharged by the alternator in your car whenever the engine is running. Sometimes this fix isn't enough, and your battery requires an external recharge. It's best to ask the professionals like our team at {{{businessName}}} about this, as you could void the battery warranty by recharging it yourself. Sometimes external recharging is not the best option because every battery eventually reaches a point in its life where replacement is the only answer to avoid unexpected breakdowns. Can I fit my battery myself? The short answer is yes...But! Modern vehicles are “computers on wheels”, so if you decide to DIY you must follow proper installation procedures to avoid damaging the ECM (Engine Control Module) and TCM (Transmission Control Module). Plus, if the battery gets incorrectly installed, items like the radio, the navigation system and security codes may need to be professionally reset. Talk to {{{businessName}}} today. We can recommend the right battery for your needs and install it for you. 

Ever replaced your battery only to find your car problem wasn't fixed? Don't be left feeling flat, get your battery tested at a full service workshop.

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Rye Automotive & Tyre Service - Our expertise & knowledge

Radiator Coolant

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