What is a Manufacturer Service

When it comes to keeping your car in top condition, there’s more than one type of service to choose from. You may have heard the term manufacturer service mentioned alongside interim, full, or major service but what exactly does it mean, and how does it differ from a standard car service?

Keep reading to discover all about manufacturer servicing.

What is a manufacturer service?

A manufacturer service follows the exact schedule and checklist set out by your car’s manufacturer. Every make and model has its own service plan designed to keep it running as the manufacturer intended, often tailored to your vehicle’s mileage, age, and specific components.

Manufacturer services use approved parts, fluids, and procedures that meet your car’s original specifications. This makes them particularly useful if your car is still under warranty, as keeping to the manufacturer’s service schedule can help protect it.

How is a manufacturer service different from a standard service?

A standard car service like the interim, full, or major services available at Halfords is designed to cover all the essential maintenance checks your car needs to stay safe, reliable, and roadworthy. These services include vital checks on brakes, tyres, fluids, filters, and other key components.

The main difference is that a manufacturer service follows the exact manufacturer’s checklist, while a standard service follows a comprehensive Halfords checklist designed to meet the needs of most vehicles. During a standard service, we’ll also recommend any interval items that aren’t already covered and, provided these jobs are completed, both service types will help retain your car’s warranty.

Why choose a manufacturer service?

You might choose a manufacturer service if:

• Your car is still under warranty, and you want to maintain it.
• You prefer to follow the brand’s exact servicing schedule.
• You drive a newer or high-performance car that benefits from manufacturer-approved parts.

However, even if you don’t follow the manufacturer schedule, a Halfords standard service still provides everything your car needs for safe, smooth driving - often at a lower cost.

Which service is right for me?

If you’re unsure, check your car’s service handbook for the manufacturer’s recommended intervals. Our experts at Halfords can help you decide which option best suits your car, budget, and mileage.

Whether you choose a manufacturer service or a standard Halfords service, you can trust our trained technicians to use quality parts and follow strict safety checks, keeping your car running smoothly all year round.

For further information, take a look at our guide on ‘what service does my car need’.

Book your service today

Whichever option you choose, booking is quick and easy online. Find your nearest Halfords garage and book your service today for peace of mind on every journey.