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Whether you're purchasing one or many, oil filter, air filter, or new cabin filters, we promise that you will be completely satisfied with your replacement parts. We provide warranties on all our products to ensure your peace of mind.
We provide a maximum of $5,000 Australian dollars cover in case of a defective or damaged part to contribute in the process of fixation of your vehicle only after a successful assessment of findings that shows, a damaged has caused due to our part.
100% Customer Satisfaction
We're committed to providing a stress-free experience to both new and returning customers. Our shop only sources parts from reputable brands manufacturers to ensure that your vehicle is always ready to drive.
Knowledgeable Staff
The staff at our shop has over 10 years of auto experience between them. We are dedicated to finding high-quality replacement parts for each of our customers.
Member of AAAA
The Australian Automotive Aftermarket Association (AAAA) says Australia should follow the lead of the US state of Massachusetts and include telematics in the draft legislation that will require car companies to share all motor vehicle service and repair information.
TOP 5 Causes
You may come across a situation where you have low oil pressure at the wrong time. For instance, if you step on the gas pedal to go faster but there is not enough oil pressure being generated, then you have a big problem. There are many reasons as to why this could be happening. Do not always assume the worst-case scenario because it might not be that bad.
To help you figure out what is going on, below are the top 5 causes of having low oil pressure in your engine.
1) Wrong Oil
– The manufacturer of every automobile will recommend the best oil to use for its engine. Basically, the viscosity of the oil must be adequate enough for the engine’s needs. If the viscosity is too low, then your engine will experience lower oil pressure inside of its passageways. A lot of people make this mistake whenever they try to upgrade their oil to a different one. Don’t make this mistake or else it could cause you problems on the road.
2) Low Level of Oil
– It is important to check your oil level every so often. If you end up with a low level of oil in your engine, it will be harder for the oil pump to maintain consistent oil pressure. Cars tend to have low oil levels if the oil has not been changed in a long time. This is even more common with newer vehicles too.
3) Worn Oil
– If you leave the same oil in your engine for too long, it will start to lose its much-needed viscosity. This means the oil will thin out excessively and cause problems with the oil pressure. Here is another reason why changing your oil at regular intervals is important. Oil gets a little worn each time you drive your vehicle. The more you drive, the more worn the oil gets. Check your owner’s manual to see how many miles you need to drive between each oil change.
4) Worn Oil Pump
– The oil pump is what makes the oil pressure magic happen. If your oil pump starts to go bad or gets worn out, then it won’t be able to create the proper pressure for the oil flow in the engine. Although this problem is rather uncommon, it can happen.
5) Clogged Oil Filter
– Oil needs to pass through a filter to clean the contaminants out of it. Eventually, your oil filter is going to get clogged with debris. Once that happens, it will restrict the oil flow considerably. This will ultimately result in a huge oil pressure reduction.
Symptoms of a clogged oil filter
Every 5,000 Kms; make that your promise to your car, or SUV. You should have oil and oil filter changed every 5,000 kms to ensure you don’t damage your engine. Why so often? Because motor oil gets dirty fast and a clogged oil filter can end your vehicle’s life. There are signs your oil filter is clogged, aside from failure to get the oil changed. Here’s what they are so you can spot them quickly.
Poor Performance
Poor performance can be any number of things and a clogged oil filter is one of them. You will notice that you press down on the accelerator and it seems as if nothing happens. Your engine will lag and not pick up the speed it usually does. This is also an indication of a clogged fuel filter, carburetor or fuel injector problems, a clogged air filter, or transmission trouble.
Engine Sputters
The oil filter cleans the oil from contaminants and then releases it into the engine so it can circulate through the moving parts to lubricate them and collect heat. If the oil filter isn’t releasing the motor oil into the engine, the parts will suffer and your engine will sputter. You will notice it sputter more the faster you go, and this problem shouldn’t be ignored because sputters cause engine damage.
Audible Metallic Noise
If your engine is not getting enough oil the parts are not properly lubricated. The result is metallic noise created by the moving parts. This is usually grinding and if you hear this noise, pull over right away, turn off the engine, and call your roadside assistance service to get towed to the auto service shop. If you allow the parts to continue to grind together, you’ll enact the engine death sentence discussed above.
Low Oil Pressure
You should never see your oil pressure gauge drop while you’re driving. If you do, you’ve got an oil problem. Oil pressure drops can be caused by a clogged filter or a serious oil leak, although leaks don’t usually just happen spontaneously. No matter the cause, if our oil pressure gauge heads downward quickly, do the above. Pull over and call for a tow to an auto shop. Don’t keep driving your vehicle.
Exhaust That Is Dirty
Finally, a clogged oil filter can affect your automobile’s exhaust. You shouldn’t see smoke coming out of your tailpipe at all, except maybe a little white smoke when it’s cold outside. If you see brown or black smoke exiting the pipe, your vehicle could be burning fuel or oil. The smell of burning oil is strong, so you might know right away that the exhaust is being caused by a clogged oil filter.
Don’t drive with a clogged oil filter. Go to your service repairs to have your oil and filter changed today.
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ISO/TS16949 Standard
ISO/TS 16949:2016 specifies the quality system requirements for design and development, production, installation and servicing of automotive related products. There are also customer specific requirements that are required by individual subscribing vehicle manufacturers.
ISO/TS 16949:2016 is an ISO Technical Specification, which aligns existing American, European automotive quality systems standards within the global automotive industry, with the aim of eliminating the need for multiple certifications to satisfy multiple customer requirements.
Cars Guarantees, Warranties and Legal issues
Optimum Auto Parts Technologies oil, air and cabin filters are manufactured to ISO TS 16949 standard and are manufactured to OEM specification.
Consumer guarantees: These are statutory guarantees that automatically apply to vehicle purchases and vehicle servicing. These apply regardless of any other warranty offered by a seller or manufacturer. There is no requirement for a vehicle to be serviced by an authorized dealer for consumer guarantees to apply. An independent repairer can service a vehicle, and use his choice of appropriate quality products, without affecting these guarantees.
Manufacturers warranties: These are promises to the purchaser that:
- the vehicle will be free from defects for a certain period of time
- defects will entitle the consumer to a repair, replacement, refund or other compensation.
The manufacturer’s warranty may set out requirements that purchasers must comply with. For example, it may require them to ensure any servicing is carried out:
- by qualified staff
- according to the manufacturer's specification
- using appropriate quality parts where required
The ACCC has confirmed that, provided you service the vehicle in accordance with any such requirements, the warranty will remain valid. While manufacturers may recommend using authorized dealers to service the vehicles, this is not always a requirement under a manufacturer’s warranty. Check the terms.
In fact a manufacturer who warrants a vehicle on the condition it is serviced by an authorized dealer may be contravening exclusive dealing provisions of the Competition and Consumer Act.
# Mr Sims, Chairman of ACCC , ‘Holden Fails to Comply with Consumer Guarantees’ (3 August 2017) * Adapted from “To service or not to service: vehicles under warranty” by Dr M, Schaper, M. (Deputy Chair ACCC) in Australian Automotive Aftermarket Magazine, p.6. (2016, February). For more information, contact the ACCC Small business helpline on 1300 302 021 or visit www.accc.gov.au
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