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Daniello's Automotive Centre is your local car service mechanic in Dandenong. As a family owned and operated business, we take great pride in offering our customers the very best in automotive care and we are committed to providing personalised and friendly service at all times. As a Repco Authorised Service centre, we participate in the Repco Auto Tech training program, ensuring our technicians are kept fully up to date with modern vehicle repair methods. We have a wealth of experience in servicing all makes and models, including commercial fleet vehicles. For reliable car maintenance, service & repairs in Dandenong and the surrounding areas, please use our online booking form or give us a call.

Is your car becoming harder to steer? Your vehicle should always respond promptly and turn with ease when you move the steering wheel. If you’ve noticed that it’s become less responsive over time, strange noises are emerging, or steering has suddenly become impossible, it’s likely you’re dealing with an issue in your power steering system. At Daniello's Automotive Centre, our team of highly skilled automotive technicians in Dandenong can diagnose, repair, or replace components within this crucial system. Power steering fluid plays a key role in your power steering system as it serves as the hydraulic fluid responsible for transmitting power. Over time, wear and tear occur in seals, O-rings, and other internal power steering components. As these parts deteriorate, they break apart, and their particles contaminate the fluid. Contaminated fluid forces the power steering pump to work harder, and if left unaddressed, this added strain can eventually lead to pump failure.  Replacing your power steering fluid involves flushing out the old fluid and refilling the system with fresh fluid. As one of the most cost-effective components of your power steering system, replacing the fluid at the right time can help prolong the lifespan of more expensive parts, such as the power steering pump or the power steering rack. Signs that your power steering fluid may need replacing: A whining or squealing noise when turning the wheels The steering feels heavier or less responsive   Do you check my power steering fluid during a service? Yes, at Daniello's Automotive Centre, we offer a comprehensive 65 Point Vehicle Inspection with every full car service, upon request. This includes checking your power steering fluid levels and condition. After the inspection, we’ll provide you with a detailed written report highlighting any concerns, such as leaks, low fluid levels, or potential repair needs.   Power steering services we offer include: Power Steering Repair Hydraulic Fluid Flush Main Shaft Repair Rack and Pinion System Repair Steering Wheel Repair Steering Column Repair   Did you know that power steering was first introduced in passenger cars in the 1950s and has since evolved to include electric power steering, which doesn’t require hydraulic fluid? However, many vehicles on the road still use hydraulic systems, which makes routine fluid maintenance essential for long-term performance.   If you’re having issues with your power steering or it’s time for a routine service, don’t hesitate to visit Daniello's Automotive Centre in Dandenong. Our team is here to help keep your car steering smoothly and safely.

Keep your car steering smoothly with power steering fluid maintenance. Visit Daniello's Automotive Centre in Dandenong for expert inspections, repairs, and fluid replacements.

Power Steering Fluid

The Repco Authorised Service Nationwide Warranty covers quality Repco parts and labour and is honoured at any Repco Authorised Service centre in Australia* including Daniello's Automotive Centre in Dandenong. Every Repco Authorised Service Centre warrants their service or repairs across Australia. If you are not satisfied with the job done, please take your car back to the workshop that originally did the work. If this is not possible, Contact your local RAS Regional Manager so that we can assist you in finding the most convenient Repco Authorised Service centre to help you. Conditions of Warranty You can make a claim under this warranty at Repco Authorised Service centre's throughout Australia. The warranty will apply where the vehicle has been used normally for its intended purpose and in accordance with manufacturer’s guidelines, and has been properly maintained.  Warranty claims will not be accepted if incorrect or contaminated fuels, additives, lubricants or coolants have been used, or if the vehicle has been used in any motor sport competition or trial. Your warranty does not cover any incidental loss or damage, including towing or loss of profits. Warranty does not apply to normal wear and tear on parts of the vehicle. Where the work done on your vehicle involves the supply of parts or services from a manufacturer or another service provider, then our warranty is limited to the maximum period allowed by them for their parts or services. Warranty limitations apply to reclaimed, used, or reconditioned parts, or parts not supplied by the repairer. Warranty limitations also apply to all non-standard applications or partial repairs.  Any outside interference with the work carried out by the Repco Authorised Service Centre may void your warranty.  This warranty is not transferable. In all cases, the responsibility for attending to, or accepting any claim lies with the workshop where the work was performed originally. That workshop may, at their discretion, authorise another workshop in the network to carry out warrantable repairs on their behalf where it is not practical to have the work carried out by the original Centre. * - Our goods and services come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law. For major failures with the service, you are entitled: To cancel your service contract with us; and To a refund for the unused portion, or to compensation for its reduced value. You are also entitled to choose a refund or replacement for major failures with goods. If a failure with the goods or service does not amount to a major failure, you are entitled to have the failure rectified in a reasonable time. If this is not done you are entitled to a refund for the goods and to cancel the contract for the service and obtain a refund of any unused portion. You are also entitled to be compensated for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage from a failure in the goods or service. If you store data in your vehicle (such as music or phone numbers), during the process of repair some or all of your stored data may be lost. Please ensure that you have saved this data elsewhere prior to repair. Goods presented for repair may be replaced by refurbished goods of the same type rather than being repaired. Refurbished parts may be used to repair the goods.

Honoured at all Repco Authorised Service Centres across Australia. Terms and conditions apply.

Nationwide Warranty Conditions

The fluids in your vehicle play a vital role—they lubricate, cool, clean, and protect some of the most expensive components of your car. At Daniello's Automotive Centre in Dandenong, we know just how important it is to maintain your vehicle’s fluids properly.   Upon request, we can carry out a 65-Point Vehicle Inspection Report alongside your next car service. This checklist includes your car’s key fluid levels and alerts you if any of them require a top-up, replacement, or if there’s a potential leak. Addressing these issues early can save you from costly repairs down the line. By having your fluid levels checked regularly, you significantly reduce the likelihood of breakdowns and damage to your vehicle. This includes safeguarding essential systems such as the engine, transmission, cooling system, and brakes.   Here are the main types of fluids in your vehicle and their purposes: 
Engine Oil: Lubricates the engine's moving parts, preventing friction, heat build-up, and wear.
Transmission fluid: Enables smooth gear changes and helps extend the life of your transmission.
Brake Fluid: Transfers the force from the brake pedal to the brake system, allowing you to stop your car efficiently.
Power Steering Fluid: A hydraulic fluid that assists in steering your vehicle with ease. 
Coolant: Regulates your engine’s temperature and helps prevent corrosion in the cooling system.
Clutch Fluid: Operates the clutch system in manual transmission vehicles. Want to learn more about the fluids that keep your car running smoothly? Click the links above to explore each type of automotive fluid in more detail and discover how they work.

Keep your car running smoothly with proper fluid maintenance. Learn about essential automotive fluids, their roles, and how regular checks can prevent costly repairs and breakdowns.

Automotive Fluids

Cabin or Pollen filters are your invisible line of defence against allergens inside your car, working to filter out irritants that can trigger allergic reactions. At Daniello's Automotive Centre in Dandenong, we recommend having your filters checked and replaced regularly to ensure a safer and more comfortable drive. Anyone who suffers from allergies knows that just because spring has passed, it doesn’t mean the discomfort has disappeared. While it’s well-known that spending time outdoors can expose you to allergens, fewer people realise that the air inside your car can be significantly more polluted than the air outside. It can contain harmful bacteria, dirt, pollen, fungi, and the unavoidable summer dust that often finds its way into our vehicles. These contaminants can enter the passenger cabin unfiltered through the vehicle's air intake system, potentially causing allergies, asthma, headaches, nausea, fatigue, or dizziness. Needless to say, none of these are ideal when trying to enjoy a drive or focus on the road ahead Thankfully, there are ways to mitigate these risks. One simple and effective measure is ensuring that your cabin air filter is in good condition. Most vehicles manufactured since the late 1990s come equipped with a cabin air filter. At Daniello's Automotive Centre in Dandenong, we are proud to recommend and install high-quality Ryco Filters, which are designed to effectively trap pollutants and improve air quality inside your car. What many drivers don’t know is that a clogged or worn-out cabin air filter can also affect your car’s air conditioning system. When the filter becomes blocked with debris, it can reduce airflow, causing your air conditioning to work harder and possibly even consume more fuel. Replacing the filter not only enhances the air quality but also helps maintain the efficiency of your vehicle's ventilation system. For a clean, fresh, and more comfortable ride, visit us at our workshop and let our team ensure your cabin air filter is up to the task.

Reduce allergens, dust, and pollutants in your car with quality cabin air filters. Ensure a healthier, more comfortable drive while maintaining your vehicle’s air conditioning efficiency.

Air Filters and Allergies

Do you drive an Automatic vehicle? Then you might not even know there is a clutch in your vehicle. But without it, the gears in your car will not change. Daniello's Automotive Centre in Dandenong know all about repairing and servicing these systems including clutches, cables and fluids. Learn more below. What is a clutch? The clutch is one of the most important elements of your vehicles driving operation. Your engine is what causes your wheels to spin, but what happens when your car needs to stop? The engine shouldn't stop spinning but the wheels need to. It's the clutch that allows this to happen. The clutch allows the transfer of power from the engine to the wheels to be interrupted while a gear is being changed or while the car is stationary and the engine continues to run. What is clutch fluid? Some vehicles have hydraulic clutches - when you press the clutch pedal, the clutch fluid moves the pressure from the pedal through to the clutch and disengages the power transmission. Leaking clutch fluid can cause all kinds of problem in your vehicle so it is very important to monitor it regularly. At Daniello's Automotive Centre in Dandenong we check your clutch fluid, hydraulic system or clutch cables for you in the course of our free 65 Point Vehicle Inspection - which you can request as part of every car service.
 What signs to look for if your clutch is not performing You should have your clutch looked at if: You notice a burnt ‘toast' or ‘burning rubber' smell in your car, or smoke from under vehicle Your vehicle is slipping out of gear for no reason There is jerky or sticky gear operation Your clutch is not disengaging fully, or your clutch is sticking or shuddering If your clutch is showing any of the problems above - it could mean any number of faults. Clutch problems are difficult to diagnose by symptoms alone because many issues cause the same symptoms, depending on the vehicle and type of engine. The best way to deal with clutch shuddering, slipping or noise is contact us at Daniello's Automotive Centre today. We can perform clutch service and repairs on most makes and models right here in our Dandenong workshop.

The clutch is one of the most important elements of your vehicles driving operation.

Grinding gears? - It could be your clutch fluid

Daniello's Automotive Centre can conduct a vehicle Inspection with your next car service and provide you with a free Vehicle Condition report.  Mention this web page when you book your car for any service, and we will happily provide you with a fully itemised written report. During this visual inspection (carried out by a qualified mechanic) we will check 65 important areas of your car.
The Vehicle Condition Report can alert you to any issues before they impact you or your family and before they cost you extra time and money. The Repco Auto-Tech trained mechanics at Daniello's Automotive Centre are fully qualified to advise you on every aspect of car service and repair, across most makes and models of vehicles.
The Repco Authorised Service 65 point Vehicle Condition Report offers you additional peace of mind. Book a car service in Dandenong with Daniello's Automotive Centre to ensure you are inspected and protected, because safety matters.

Ask about a 65 Point Vehicle Inspection Report with your next car service.

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Power Steering Fluid

Nationwide Warranty Conditions

Automotive Fluids

Air Filters and Allergies

Grinding gears? - It could be your clutch fluid

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