If your engine’s taking a little too long to kick over on these cooler Brisbane mornings, it might be more than just the change in temperature—it could be a tired battery that’s ready to give up.

At Westside Mechanical, we’ve been keeping Graceville and the western suburbs rolling for years, and we know how to spot the signs before you're left stranded. Whether you're commuting into the city, doing the school run, or heading out to Indooroopilly or Sherwood, we’ll make sure your car is ready to go with our quick and reliable battery checks and replacements.

Cold air slows the battery’s chemical reaction, which reduces its ability to supply power—right when your engine needs more of it to start. Add in the summer heat, traffic stop-starts, and short trips around town, and your battery can wear out faster than you think. Don't wait until you’re stuck in the carpark at Graceville station. Keep an eye out for:

Headlights dimming or flickering when you start the car

Battery or engine light showing on your dash

Electrical accessories like windows, stereo, or central locking misbehaving

Battery is older than 3 years or hasn’t been tested in a while

When you stop in for a battery check, we’ll look after you with proper care and no guesswork:

Full battery performance and voltage testing

Inspection of terminals and cables for wear or corrosion

Honest advice—if your battery’s fine, we’ll tell you

If needed, we’ll supply and install a reliable, long-lasting battery to suit your vehicle and driving habits

We stock high-quality batteries that are tough enough for Brisbane’s weather and ready for the daily grind of city driving.

Whether you’re running local errands, driving across town, or heading off for a weekend away, don’t let a flat battery hold you back. Drop by Westside Mechanical for a quick battery check—and keep your car starting strong, all year round.

We answer more questions about your car battery here:

Car Battery Checks and Replacements in Graceville

Even in Sunny Queensland, Your Battery Can Fail Due to The Cold

We can perform fully qualified log book servicing on a wide range of makes and models including: Holden, Ford, Mazda, Toyota, Nissan, BMW, Audi, Hyundai, Honda, Kia - and many more.

Keeping up with your Log Book schedule helps to maintain your statutory rights to a new car warranty.

 We don't have to have a physical log book in order to do a Log Book Service - it just means we follow the manufacturers guidelines. We can certainly provide you with a log book to help you record your cars service history, which will be a benefit if you ever decide to sell your vehicle. Want to know more about log book servicing - click here

Many people believe they must go back to a car dealership for New Car Log Book servicing in order to maintain the warranty. Actually, the ACCC have consistently confirmed that under Australian Law, you are free to have your car service carried out by a mechanic or service centre of your choice provided they are qualified to do so. See our video to learn more. 

New Car Warranties … the Facts.

Log book service is preventive service which keeps your car running like new. With proper log book service the engine runs better thanks to oil changes, the tyres last longer thanks to rotation and the transmission runs smoother thanks to fluid checks and replacement. For services in the Graceville area of Brisbane work with Westside Mechanical.

Log book service is not to be confused with transmission overhaul or exhaust system repair. Log book services are the little inspections and services which stop damage in its tracks and ensure your car is running at optimal performance. These services are on a schedule dictated from the manufacturer. This schedule is different for every make and model, but would look similar to the following: 

The warranty on your vehicle is dependent on your log book service. This schedule must be maintained by a certified shop or the warranty may be voided. Not only that, but it is always easier to change a hose than perform a transmission overhaul.

To stay up to date for your log book service make an appointment at Westside Mechanical Graceville today!

Keeping up with your Log Book schedule helps to maintain your statutory rights to a new car warranty...

Log book servicing in Graceville

As your local Mechanic in Graceville, Westside Mechanical take great pride in offering our clients the very best in car servicing and automotive repairs

Conveniently located in Graceville, Westside Mechanical specialise in quality car service and repairs for all makes and models, including commercial fleet vehicles, four wheel drive and diesel vehicles. Our fully qualified log book servicing ensures your car is in safe hands.

Westside Mechanical care about the environment and have Arctick Authorisation to reliably and responsibly conduct automotive air conditioning service (AU11046). ARC Approved Car Air Conditioning Servicing reduces Fuel Costs and protects your health. 

As your local Repco Authorised Service centre we have access to the best parts and training in the country and offer a Nationwide Warranty honoured at over 500 workshops across Australia.

We have a solid commitment to high quality workmanship, ensuring the very best in automotive care. We strive to be the best trained mechanics in West End. Our Business is a member of the Repco Auto Tech training program, ensuring each mechanic is kept fully up to date with modern vehicle repair methods.

So rest assured - your car is in safe hands

For friendly service from a trusted independent, you can rely on the team at Westside Mechanical.

As your local Mechanic in Graceville, we take great pride in offering our clients the very best in car servicing and automotive repairs...

Automotive Servicing and Repairs in Graceville

Under Australian Consumer Law you DON'T have to take your new Toyota back to a dealership for servicing.

If you are hoping to book a competitive and reliable log book service for your Toyota get in contact with Westside Mechanical in Graceville and update us on a few details of your vehicle (like its year, model and date of last service) allowing us to supply you with a competitive quote today.

Afraid about taking care of your statutory warranty?

There is no need - All Westside Mechanical service technicians are fully trained and qualified. We will only ever use appropriate quality parts to perform log book service on a wide range of makes and models, including the following Toyota vehicles;

Cressida, Celica, Succeed, Toyota 86, Aqua, Solara, Hilux, Avalon, Brevis, Caldina, MR2, Auris, Landcruiser, Landcruiser Prado, Rav 4, Cresta, Estima, Prius, Sportivo, 4Runner, Corona, Kluger, Lexcen, Avensis, Vios, Supra, Corolla, Lexus, Yaris, Camry, IQ, Hiace, Gaia, Tarago, Cabriolet, Aurion, Liteace, FJ, Crown, Echo and Paseo.

Obtaining a regular service is the best way to keep your new Toyota in optimum shape.

As a car owner you have the right to make a choice of which mechanic you go to for car service.

Put simply, you SHOULD NEVER feel coerced into returning your Toyota to a specific car dealership for it's regular servicing. Westside Mechanical CAN service your Toyota vehicle as per the manufacturers specifications, preserving your statutory warranty.

You have the right to decide who will service your car without voiding either the manufacturers warranty or your rights under the Consumer Guarantee. 

In fact, Westside Mechanical can perform log book service and repair on a wide range of vehicle types, makes and models in our Graceville service centre.

You have the right to choose a mechanic for car service. Simply book a service for your Toyota or contact Westside Mechanical, tell us about your car and your last service and we can give you a quote today.

You DON'T have to take your Toyota back to a dealership for servicing. Westside Mechanical in Graceville are qualified to perform your log book service for your Toyota vehicle

Toyota service in Graceville

Whether it is called a major car service, a basic car service or a log book service, or a major or minor repair we can service your car here in our Graceville workshop.  Come and visit the car servicing experts at Westside Mechanical today.

For the best car service, book online now or call us today to make a booking. Our Westside Mechanical technicians are qualified to carry out car servicing and repair work on all makes and models using quality parts and the latest diagnostic equipment. You can rest assured that car service work performed by our Auto-Tech trained staff will keep your car in top condition and will maintain your statutory new car warranty.

For the best car service, book online now or call us today to make a booking.

Full Car Log Book service in Graceville

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Westside Mechanical in Graceville provide the very best in car service and combine this with personalised, and friendly service at all times. 
		
Conveniently located in Oxley road Graceville, the business is a member of the Repco Auto Tech training program, ensuring their technicians are kept fully up to date with modern vehicle repair methods. 
		
Westside Mechanical Graceville have a wealth of experience in servicing all makes and models, including commercial fleet vehicles. As a Repco Authorised Service centre, they have a commitment to high quality workmanship, ensuring the very best in automotive care.

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