Prince Auto CareWhen should you change engine oil?
Use mileage, time, driving conditions, and the manufacturer schedule together.
Read guideKnow what your car needs.
Service guidance, typical timing, and clear prices in one place. Your owner’s manual and a vehicle-specific inspection always come first.
01 / The service guide
Plan your next visit.
Find the service, learn when it may be due, and see the current price before you call. All prices are in Canadian dollars.
Full synthetic oil change
Full synthetic oil and filter service to help protect your engine.
When to consider it
Generally every 5,000–10,000 km or 6–12 months, depending on your vehicle. Follow the owner’s manual.
Current priceChecking…For up to 4 litres of oil and a filter.
Transmission fluid service
Transmission fluid service tailored to your vehicle’s fluid and service requirements.
When to consider it
Check the owner’s manual. Some vehicles call for service around 60,000–100,000 km; intervals vary.
Current priceChecking…Final price depends on the vehicle and fluid required.
Coolant fluid service
Coolant service based on your vehicle’s cooling-system requirements.
When to consider it
Follow the owner’s manual. Some vehicles need coolant service around 5 years or 100,000 km, while others have longer intervals.
Current priceChecking…We’ll confirm the final price before work begins.
Differential and transfer-case
Differential and transfer-case fluid service to help protect drivetrain components.
When to consider it
Follow the owner’s manual. A general guide for some vehicles is around 50,000–100,000 km.
Current priceChecking…We’ll confirm the service and price for your vehicle before work begins.
Seasonal tire change (on rims)
Seasonal change for complete wheel-and-tire assemblies already mounted on rims.
When to consider it
Usually twice a year when changing between winter and warm-weather tires. There’s no set mileage interval.
Current priceChecking…For tires already mounted on rims.
Seasonal tire change (off rims)
Seasonal tire service that includes mounting and balancing tires on wheels.
When to consider it
Usually twice a year if you use separate seasonal tire sets. Tire replacement depends on tread, damage, and age.
Current priceChecking…Final price depends on the tires and wheels.
Brake service
Front or rear ceramic brake pad and rotor service, with an inspection to assess what your vehicle needs.
When to consider it
Have brakes inspected about every 8,000–10,000 km or 6 months. Book sooner if you hear squealing or grinding, feel vibration, or notice reduced braking.
Current priceChecking…Final price depends on your vehicle and the work required.
Suspension work
Suspension, steering, and ride-quality inspection and service.
When to consider it
There’s no fixed replacement mileage. Have it inspected during routine service or if you notice clunking, pulling, uneven tire wear, or a change in ride quality.
Current priceChecking…We’ll confirm the work and final price with you.
General Repair
Workshop labour for diagnosis and repairs billed by the hour. We’ll confirm the work and estimated time with you.
When to consider it
Book when your vehicle needs repair or diagnostic work that isn’t listed as a fixed-price service.
Current priceChecking…Per hour of workshop labour. We’ll confirm the estimated time before work begins.
Electrical Diagnostics & Repair
Electrical system diagnosis and repair for issues such as warning lights, starting problems, battery drain, or malfunctioning lights and accessories.
When to consider it
Book an inspection if your vehicle has an electrical warning, won’t start, loses battery power, or an electrical feature stops working.
Current priceChecking…Labour billed by the hour. We’ll confirm the estimated work with you before repairs begin.
Service intervals are general guidance, not a replacement for your owner’s manual. Starting prices and vehicle-specific work are confirmed with you before service begins.
02 / More to explore
The deeper read.
Practical advice for the questions that come up between visits.
Brake warning signs worth checking
Noise, vibration, pedal changes, and warning lights deserve a clear inspection.
Read guideA simple seasonal tire checklist
Pressure, tread, age, and even wear all matter before the season changes.
Read guide