Your brakes are the one thing you can’t afford to ignore A car’s braking system is synonymous with safety, and if your brakes aren’t up to scratch, then you need to call us here at Rangiora Mazda. If your brakes aren’t functioning up to acceptable standards, then your vehicle is a danger to everyone on the road; other drivers, passengers and pedestrians alike. There are three main components that make up your braking system: the brake pads, calipers and rotors. The brake pads press against the rotors, which help rotate the tyres, and this friction causes the rotors to slow down, thereby slowing down your car. The calipers encase the brake pads and rotors, and when you push the brake pedal, a hydraulic piston pushes the brake pads against the rotors. With all this metal-on-metal, it is common for these three components to wear down over time. As this process

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Automatic Transmission Servicing helps protect your car from future damage The transmission in your car is one of the most expensive parts to replace. It makes sense to look after it with a regular Automatic Transmission Service. Transmission fluid helps lubricate, cool and clean the internal parts of the transmission. If you feel your car stuttering when you put it in drive, it’s probably time to call us and book an automatic transmission service. As a general rule, Automatic transmissions need flushing & servicing every 40,000kms. Our highly trained and expert Mazda technicians can replace your transmission fluid and filter, safely and effectively, specific to your make and model. Our Service Technicians only use Genuine Mazda Parts, which are professionally engineered, manufactured and tested to meet Mazda’s exacting professional standards. Most transmissions fail due to overheating, so an automatic transmission service will extend the life of your vehicle, and prevent

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