Pure Automotive

04/09/2026

⚠️ THIS is why preventative maintenance matters.

This Ford Falcon came into Pure Automotive for a service and check-over — and once we got underneath it, we found a fair bit that needed attention.

As you can see in the video, some of these issues had progressed well beyond normal wear and maintenance. At this point, it’s not just about the repair bill — it becomes a genuine safety concern for the driver and everyone else sharing the road.

Regular servicing gives us the opportunity to catch wear and developing problems before they turn into bigger, more expensive and potentially dangerous repairs.

🚗 Don’t wait until something breaks.
🔧 Keep up with your scheduled servicing.
🔍 Get those little knocks, noises and changes checked early.

Preventative maintenance is almost always better than waiting for a problem to become a major repair.

If it’s been a while since your last service, book your car in with Pure Automotive for a proper service and check-over.

📍 21 Alston Cct, Conder ACT
📞 0420 507 842
📲 Book online: https://www.mechanicdesk.com.au/online-booking/index.html?token=546a2dc456bef0c1d71c3a7d6c96c9a12aaf5665

Look after your car, and it’ll look after you.

02/09/2026

🔧 Transmission Fault Diagnosis

This vehicle came in with a transmission fault, and the relevant TSB advised checking/updating the TCM software before replacing the pressure switches.

💻 Unfortunately, the latest software was already installed, so we moved on to replacing the faulty pressure switches.

We also found the transmission fluid was extremely dirty and looked like it hadn’t been changed in a very long time.

⚠️ Despite some manufacturers calling transmission fluid “filled for life”, it still deteriorates over time and should be serviced to help protect your transmission.

✅ Fault repaired
✅ Fresh fluid & filter
✅ Road tested & shifting correctly

We can also carry out ECU software updates where required. 🔧💻

📍 Pure Automotive
21 Altson Cct, Conder ACT 2906
📞 0420 507 842
📲 Book online: https://www.mechanicdesk.com.au/online-booking/index.html?token=546a2dc456bef0c1d71c3a7d6c96c9a12aaf5665

26/08/2026

18/08/2026

🔧 **“Can’t you just plug the computer in and it tells you what’s wrong?”**

We hear this one a lot.

And we wish it was that easy! 😂

When we plug a diagnostic scan tool into your vehicle, it can give us **information and point us in a direction** — but it doesn’t simply pop up and say:

👉 *“Replace this part and she’ll be right.”*

A fault code is a **clue, not a diagnosis.**

Modern vehicles have increasingly complex electrical, mechanical and computer-controlled systems. One fault can have several possible causes, which means proper testing is needed before we start replacing anything.

That’s why Pure Automotive charges a **diagnostic fee**.

🛠️ **TOOLING**
We have thousands of dollars invested in diagnostic and testing equipment — plus the ongoing cost of keeping that equipment, software and information up to date.

🧠 **TRAINING**
Cars aren't getting any simpler. We continually invest time and money into training so we can understand new systems, technology and testing procedures.

🤝 **NETWORKING**
Nobody can realistically know everything about every make, model and system. We’re fortunate to have a great network of knowledgeable people within the automotive industry that we can reach out to when needed.

⏱️ **TIME**
Most importantly, proper diagnosis takes time. We need to test, interpret the results and work through the possibilities to determine **what has actually failed — and why.**

Because we'd much rather charge you for proper diagnostic testing than start throwing parts at your car and hope one fixes it.

Replacing hundreds or even thousands of dollars worth of parts **isn't diagnosing a problem.**

Our goal is simple:

**Test it. Understand it. Diagnose it. Then fix it right.** 🔧

That’s what the diagnostic fee pays for — the **time, tooling, training and knowledge** required to give you an informed answer and help avoid unnecessary repairs.

🚗 **If your car isn’t running right, bring it into Pure Automotive and let us work out WHY.**

Whether it’s a warning light, strange noise, poor performance, an intermittent fault or just something that doesn’t feel right — **we’ll test it properly, get to the cause and give you clear advice on what happens next.**

Because at Pure Automotive, we'd rather find the problem than guess at your expense.

📍 21 Altson Cct, Conder ACT
📞 0420 507 842
📅 **Book online:**
https://www.mechanicdesk.com.au/online-booking/index.html?token=546a2dc456bef0c1d71c3a7d6c96c9a12aaf5665

12/08/2026

Sometimes the simplest faults are the easiest to overlook — especially when certain parts have already been replaced.

This one was a good reminder that new doesn’t always mean good. Quality parts matter, and things like overheating can quickly change the condition of components you’d normally rule out.

A bit of careful diagnosis, back to basics, and we found the problem. 🔧

Don’t assume — test, check, and prove it.

03/08/2026

🔋 “My battery still starts the car… so why replace it?”

We hear this all the time!

Here’s the thing… 👇

A battery doesn’t have to be completely flat to be failing.

As it gets older, it can still start your car but struggle to provide the stable voltage modern vehicles need. That can lead to electrical faults, warning lights and unnecessary repair bills down the track.

✅ The good news? Your battery is one of the few parts we can accurately test before it fails.

Replacing it early isn’t about selling you a battery—it’s about protecting your vehicle and giving you peace of mind.

💚 At Pure Automotive, we’re proud to supply and fit Century Batteries—Australia’s most trusted battery brand—so you can drive away with confidence.

📍 Pure Automotive
21 Altson Cct, Conder ACT 2906

📞 0420 507 842

📅 Book online:
https://www.mechanicdesk.com.au/online-booking/index.html?token=546a2dc456bef0c1d71c3a7d6c96c9a12aaf5665

🔋 Battery testing available. Book your vehicle in today!

24/07/2026

🚗 One of the cleanest Toyota Priuses we’ve seen! 👌

This immaculate Toyota Prius came into Pure Automotive today for a hybrid battery replacement, and we were more than happy to supply and fit a new hybrid battery to get it back on the road.

It’s always great to see well-looked-after vehicles like this, and it’s a reminder that with the right repairs and maintenance, hybrids can keep performing reliably for years to come.

If your hybrid or EV is showing warning lights, has reduced battery performance, or just isn’t driving like it used to, don’t ignore the signs. We specialise in hybrid and EV diagnostics, repairs, servicing, and hybrid battery replacements, so you can be confident your vehicle is in experienced hands.

If you’re having any hybrid or EV issues, get in touch with the team at Pure Automotive. We’d be happy to help.

📍 Pure Automotive – 21 Altson Cct Conder, ACT
📞 0420 507 842
📅 Book online: https://www.mechanicdesk.com.au/online-booking/index.html?token=546a2dc456bef0c1d71c3a7d6c96c9a12aaf5665

22/07/2026

🔧 Not every clutch fails because it's worn out...

This one had a very different problem.

The customer was experiencing an intermittent issue where the clutch would randomly fail to engage, leaving them with no drive. The strange part? It wasn't slipping like a typical worn-out clutch.

After removing the gearbox, the cause became obvious.

One of the damper springs inside the clutch disc had broken apart. These springs are designed to absorb shock between the engine and gearbox, but once this one failed, the broken pieces were free to move around inside the clutch assembly.

Every now and then, those pieces would jam in the wrong place, preventing the clutch from engaging properly. Once they shifted again, everything would seem normal—making it a tricky fault to diagnose.

It's a great example of why proper diagnosis matters. Not every clutch problem is caused by worn friction material, and replacing parts without finding the root cause can waste both time and money.

If your manual vehicle is experiencing strange or intermittent clutch issues, don't wait until you're stranded. Bring it in for an expert diagnosis—we'll find the cause and get you back on the road with confidence.

📍 Pure Automotive
🏠 21 Altson Circuit, Conder ACT 2906
📞 0420 507 842
🌐 Book online: https://www.mechanicdesk.com.au/online-booking/index.html?token=546a2dc456bef0c1d71c3a7d6c96c9a12aaf5665

Honest advice. Quality repairs. Keeping Canberra drivers on the road. 🚗🔧

07/07/2026

🔧 One booked repair. One unexpected breakdown. Two faults resolved.

This 2012 Audi Q5 2.0 TDI initially came to us with an EGR system fault. Our testing found an aftermarket EGR valve wasn’t operating to genuine specifications, so the customer booked it in for a genuine replacement.

Before the repair date, the vehicle suffered a separate engine failure and became undriveable.

After replacing the EGR valve, further testing confirmed a second fault had developed. We diagnosed failed injector sealing washers, a failed injector on cylinder 3 and a cracked injector on cylinder 4.

To get this Audi back on the road, we:
✅ Replaced the genuine EGR valve.
✅ Installed two genuine injectors.
✅ Replaced injector seals and washers.
✅ Cleaned the intake system of heavy carbon build-up.
✅ Performed an oil flush and service.
✅ Programmed the new injectors and completed extensive road testing.

The result? Both faults repaired, no engine fault codes present, and the Audi is back to performing as it should.

This is a great example of why accurate diagnosis matters. Sometimes vehicles develop more than one fault, and taking the time to find the root cause ensures the repair is done right the first time. 🚗🔧

📍 Pure Automotive
21 Altson Circuit, Conder ACT 2906
📞 0420 507 842
📅 Book online: https://www.mechanicdesk.com.au/online-booking/index.html?token=546a2dc456bef0c1d71c3a7d6c96c9a12aaf5665