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Ford car servicing

Book a Ford car service with AA Smart Care

The easy way to book a Ford service

Need a Ford service but not sure where to start? Let us take care of it – just enter your number plate and postcode to get started.

  • We speak with the garage on your behalf, so you can be sure you’ll pay the right price for the right service.
  • You don’t need to be an AA Member and you’ll only pay for the work you want done.
  • Free vehicle collection and drop off from a fully insured driver.
  • All garages are AA approved and parts and labour are guaranteed for 1 year or up to 12,000 miles.

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Types of service

  • USPs breakdown cover offer
    Manufacturer service

    The service recommended by Ford, based on the age and mileage of your vehicle to keep it in the best possible condition. This service will maintain your vehicle's warranty.

  • USPs breakdown cover offer
    Interim service
    A comprehensive list of checks ranging from your wheels to your engine, and you'll also get an oil change.
  • USPs breakdown cover offer
    Full service
    Includes everything covered by an interim service, plus you'll also get added extras like a brand-new air filter.
Service checklist: what's included in each type?

When you book a Ford service through Smart Care, the types of checks that are included vary depending on the type of service you book.

Manufacturer service

If you book a manufacturer service, we'll carry out the checks specified in the Ford service schedule, according to the age, model and mileage of your vehicle. This will ensure that if your Ford is still within the warranty period, the warranty will remain valid.

If you're unsure whether your vehicle is still under warranty, you can usually find out on the manufacturer's website.

Interim or full service

If you choose not to have a manufacturer service, you can instead opt for our interim or full service options. We've listed what's included in each one, so you can decide which is right for you.

 

  Interim service Full service
Driver visibility    
Check exterior lights

✓ Yes

✓ Yes
Check window washers & wipers

✓ Yes

✓ Yes
Check condition of the windscreen for cracks and chips

✓ Yes

✓ Yes
Check condition of the number plates

✓ Yes

✓ Yes
Check door, bonnet and lock operation

✓ Yes

✓ Yes
Check mirrors

✓ Yes

✓ Yes
Interior    
Check horn

✓ Yes

✓ Yes
Check seat belts

✓ Yes

✓ Yes
Pollen filter

✗ No

✓ Yes
Check condition of the air conditioning

✗ No

✓ Yes
Braking system    
Check condition of brake pads

✓ Yes

✓ Yes
Check condition of brake discs

✓ Yes

✓ Yes
Vehicles with rear drum brakes (an additional charge will be made for drum removal and brake clean).

✓ Yes

✓ Yes
Check brake pipes and hoses

✓ Yes

✓ Yes
Check brake callipers

✓ Yes

✓ Yes
Engine bay operations    
Engine oil filter

✓ Yes

✓ Yes
Engine oil

✓ Yes

✓ Yes
Check engine bay condition and oil leaks

✓ Yes

✓ Yes
Check radiator and coolant hoses for leaks

✓ Yes

✓ Yes
Visual coolant condition check and top up

✓ Yes

✓ Yes
Visual brake fluid condition check and top up

✓ Yes

✓ Yes
Check auxiliary belt(s)

✓ Yes

✓ Yes
Check timing/cam belt

✓ Yes

✓ Yes
Check condition of spark plugs (additional charge if replacement required)

✓ Yes

✓ Yes
Visual brake fluid condition check and top up

✓ Yes

✓ Yes
Check washer fluid levels and top up as necessary

✓ Yes

✓ Yes
Check power steering fluid levels and top up as necessary

✓ Yes

✓ Yes
Check AdBlue levels (additional charge if top up required)

✓ Yes

✓ Yes
Check clutch fluid levels and top up as necessary

✓ Yes

✓ Yes
Air filter

✗ No

✓ Yes
Under vehicle inspection    
Check condition of wheel bearings

✓ Yes

✓ Yes
Check drive shaft gaiters

✓ Yes

✓ Yes
Check exhaust system & components

✓ Yes

✓ Yes
Remove road wheels to inspect

✗ No

✓ Yes
Road test vehicle    
Check dashboard warning lights

✓ Yes

✓ Yes
Check hand brake operation

✓ Yes

✓ Yes
Check exhaust for smoke

✓ Yes

✓ Yes
Check transmission and clutch operation

✓ Yes

✓ Yes
Steering and suspension    
Check steering rack & steering rack components

✓ Yes

✓ Yes
Check road springs

✓ Yes

✓ Yes
Check shock absorbers

✓ Yes

✓ Yes
Wheel and tyre    
Check and adjust tyre pressures

✓ Yes

✓ Yes
Check tyre condition and tread depths

✓ Yes

✓ Yes

How much does a Ford service cost?

The cost of your Ford service will depend on the specific requirements of the vehicle and the type of service you choose. Manufacturer services in particular vary in price, depending on the make, age and mileage of your vehicle. Interim and full service prices also vary, but are a little more consistent.
 
Here are some service prices for actual Ford vehicles as of December 2021 to give you an indication of how much you might expect to pay.

 

Model Interim service price Full service price
Focus, 1.6 TDCi £143.40 £251.10
Focus, 2.0T £161.45 £269.15
Focus, 1.0 EcoBoost £150.89 £259.08
Fiesta, 1.25 £139.40 £229.55 
Fiesta, Zetec 1.0T £150.89 £254.15 
Ka, 1.2 Zetec £126.84 £227.93 
C-Max, 1.6 TDCi £143.40 £251.10 
Kuga, 2.0 TDCi £173.52 £281.22
Mondeo, 2.0 TDCi £168.05 £265.75

Figures based on prices for actual vehicles in December 2021. Prices vary according to model, age, mileage and other factors.

Why should I get my Ford serviced?

Servicing your Ford at regular intervals will improve performance and reduce the likelihood of a breakdown. Unlike an MOT, a service provides an in-depth check of your vehicle and also replaces components that increase the life of your vehicle’s engine, such as the oil, oil filter, air filter and pollen filter.

While an MOT is compulsory, the test only shows that your car has met the minimum legal requirements of roadworthiness on that specific day. A service not only identifies parts that are already worn, but also those that will need replacing soon, so you can fix any problems before they turn into something more serious.

How often should I get my Ford serviced?

For most Fords, we recommend getting a full service every two years and then an interim service in the alternate years. However, there are some exceptions to this guidance, for example, if your vehicle:

  • Is still within the warranty period and needs to be serviced at specified intervals for the warranty to remain valid
  • Is currently experiencing any problems.
  • Displays any warnings advising you that repair or maintenance is needed.
  • Covers considerably more or fewer miles than average.

Can I take my Ford to a local independent garage?

Yes. Under EU Block Exemption Regulation retained in UK law, you can get your Ford serviced at a local independent garage, even if you’re still under warranty. So, you can choose any garage in our AA approved network and you’ll still be covered.

Should I have genuine Ford parts used?

We use original equipment (OE) equivalent parts, which are fully guaranteed and manufactured in line with manufacturer specifications, so if you’re still within warranty period, you can be sure you’ll still be covered.

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