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Tom Leyden Tyre & Mechanical take great pride in offering their clients personalised, and friendly service at all times. 

Conveniently located in Gracemere, 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. 

Tom Leyden Tyre & Mechanical 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.


Win a share of over $8,000 in prizes with Tom Leyden Tyre & Mechanical and Repco Authorised Service From 1 June to 30 September 2026, service your vehicle at Tom Leyden Tyre & Mechanical and you can enter the Love Your Car promotion and win from a pool of exciting prizes. Prizes to Be Won 5 x $1,000 Repco Authorised Service vouchers
Redeemable at any participating Repco Authorised Service centre nationwide. 20 x $100 fuel gift cards
Perfect for your next road trip or daily drive. 5 x Supercars merchandise packs
Valued at $100 each. 10 x car care gift packs

Total prize pool valued at up to $7990 including GST. How to Enter To participate: Book and complete a vehicle service at any Repco Authorised Service centre during the promotional period. Visit repcoservice.com/win Tell us in 25 words or less why you deserve to win a Love Your Car prize. Upload your receipt Submit your entry online before 11:59pm AEST on 30 September 2026.

From 1 June to 30 September 2026, service your vehicle at a Repco Authorised Service centre and YOU could win big in the Love Your Car promotion

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Engines that operate through internal combustion rely on large amounts of clean air to ensure the fuel burns properly and generates the power needed to drive the vehicle. At Tom Leyden Tyre & Mechanical in Gracemere, we understand how vital it is to keep your car's air filter in good condition as part of protecting your engine's health. Your engine requires extremely clean air to function efficiently. Dirt, dust, and other particles entering the engine can cause serious damage. That’s where the air filter comes into play. It ensures the air entering the combustion chambers is clean, shielding key engine components such as the pistons and cylinders from wear and damage. Why Replace Your Air Filter? Save on Fuel Costs: Your engine requires the correct balance of fuel and air to run efficiently. A clogged air filter restricts airflow, causing your engine to run inefficiently – often referred to as ‘running rich.’ This not only puts additional stress on your engine but can also increase fuel consumption by up to 10%. No one likes spending more on petrol than necessary!   Protect Your Engine: Over time, air filters become clogged and weaker, increasing the risk of damage. A damaged or overly dirty air filter can allow harmful particles to enter the engine, potentially leading to expensive repairs.   Benefits of Replacing Your Air Filter: Extends the life of your engine Improves fuel efficiency Reduces vehicle emissions At Tom Leyden Tyre & Mechanical, we always check the condition of your air filter during every full car service. Whether it’s a major or minor service, or one that follows your manufacturer’s handbook or logbook guidelines, you can trust us to keep your engine running smoothly.

Keep your engine healthy with clean air filters. Improve fuel efficiency, reduce emissions, and extend engine life. Visit Tom Leyden Tyre & Mechanical for expert maintenance and reliable car servicing.

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Get ready to experience the thrill of the Supercars Gold Coast 500 - on us! Simply replace your car battery with a Repco battery at Repco Authorised Service and you could be heading to one of Australia’s most exciting motorsport events with your family. This is your chance to combine essential vehicle maintenance with an unforgettable holiday experience. What You Could Win One lucky winner will receive: Return flights for 2 adults and 2 children (if required) 3–4 nights accommodation 4 x General Admission Tickets to the Supercars Gold Coast 500 $500 spending money allowance Supercars merchandise pack Theme park tickets for 2 adults and 2 children Airport transfers (if required) From high-speed track action to theme park fun and beachside relaxation, this prize package delivers the ultimate family getaway. How to Enter Entering is easy: Have your car battery replaced with a Repco battery at Tom Leyden Tyre & Mechanical between 1 June and 31 July 2026. Then, complete your entry online here. That’s it! You’ll be in the draw to win an incredible Gold Coast Supercars experience. Why Wait? A new battery keeps your vehicle reliable and ready for the road — and now it could also put you on track for an unforgettable family holiday. Book your battery replacement today at your Tom Leyden Tyre & Mechanical and get your entry in before 31 July 2026. View full terms and conditions here. Don’t miss out - start your engines and enter today!

Enter for your chance to win a family trip to the Supercars Gold Coast 500! Replace your battery with Tom Leyden Tyre & Mechanical between 1 June and 31 July 2026 to go in the draw.

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Repco Authorised Service is Australia's largest network of independent car service workshops and with that comes the reliability of a Nationwide Warranty. Each independently owned Repco Authorised Service workshop offers you an Australian-wide warranty ensuring the goods and services you receive are free from defects in materials and workmanship. This warranty is in addition to your rights under the Australian Consumer Law. If something does go wrong or you have a question about our Nationwide Warranty, please get in touch with us here. With over 500 Repco Authorised Service centres Australia wide, there are few places you won't find one of our workshops within easy reach. Warranty Period For services provided by any Repco Authorised Service workshop, the warranty is for a period of 12 months or 20,000kms (whichever comes first) from the date of your invoice. Claims If you need to make a claim under the warranty, please contact the Repco Authorised Service workshop that originally completed the work on your vehicle. The workshop where the work was originally performed will be responsible for responding to and accepting claims. If the original workshop can't help, they may authorise another workshop in the network to assist. Terms and Conditions What does the warranty cover? The Repco Authorised Service workshop will have the option of reperforming, replacing or repairing the good or service if it is or becomes defective during the warranty period, at no additional charge.
a.       Where the good or service is replaced, repaired or reperformed pursuant to this warranty, the replacement good or reperformed service will be subject to the terms of this warranty commencing on the date of the original invoice.
b.       If you request for a good to be repaired, your Repco Authorised Service workshop may choose to replace the good with a refurbished good of the same type. The warranty will cover any reasonable diagnosis or scanning fees conducted by the relevant Repco Authorised Service workshop, if such goods or services are later found to be defective. If the work done on your vehicle involves the supply of services from another service provider nominated by the Repco Authorised Service centre, the warranty offered by such service provider will replace this Nationwide Warranty to the extent of such goods .  The Repco Authorised Service centre will advise you of the terms and conditions of such warranty. The rights and obligations under this warranty remain solely with the original Repco Authorised Service workshop that provided you with the product or service. The benefit of this warranty is personal to you and is not transferable. What does the warranty not cover? This warranty does not cover: normal wear and tear and consumable goods such as globes, wipers, and fluids; loss of any data stored in your vehicle like music or phone numbers; and any incidental loss or damage caused by the defect, such as towing fees, loss of profits, loss of use and loss of goodwill or other loss or damage that cannot reasonably be considered to arise normally. This warranty is void if the defect is a consequence of misuse, neglect, abuse, incorrect operation or improper maintenance of the vehicle, accident, or other use that is not otherwise caused by a Repco Authorised Service workshop. How to submit a warranty claim Step 1: Have your original invoice ready. Step 2: Ensure that you make your claim within the warranty period. Step 3:  Please contact the Repco Authorised Service centre that carried out the relevant repairs or maintenance on your vehicle. Their contact details are on  your original invoice.  Your rights under the Australian Consumer Law The goods and services acquired from a Repco Authorised Service workshop comes with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law. For major failures with the service, you are entitled: to cancel your service contract with us; and to a refund for the unused portion, or to compensation for its reduced value. You are also entitled to choose a refund or replacement for major failures with goods. If a failure with the goods or a service does not amount to a major failure, you are entitled to have the failure rectified in a reasonable time. If this is not done, you are entitled to a refund for the goods and to cancel the contract for the service and obtain a refund of any unused portion. You are also entitled to be compensated for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage from a failure in the goods or service.

Enjoy peace of mind with the Repco Authorised Service Nationwide Warranty. Quality parts and labour covered at over 500 locations across Australia.

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As your local Mechanic in Gracemere, Tom Leyden Tyre & Mechanical take great pride in offering our clients the very best in car servicing and automotive repairs. Tom Leyden Tyre & Mechanical have been located at the same reliable address for over 50 years. We are a locally owned and operated business and have been under the same management since 2016 and we are still delivering a high level of customer and car service. Tom Leyden Tyre & Mechanical specialise in car servicing for all makes and models, including commercial fleet vehicles. Our fully qualified Log Book Servicing ensures your car is in safe hands, and we provide quality car service and repairs on all models, including four wheel drive and diesel vehicles. Our advanced diagnostic tools and experienced technicians ensure your European car receives the attention it deserves. We offer FREE Battery Testing in our Gracemere workshop so you don't have to guess how it is functioning. We can then recharge the battery for you or replace it with a new one. Need tyres fast? Tom Leyden Tyre & Mechanical in Gracemere is your local tyre expert. With a wide range of tyre brands and sizes in stock, we can get you back on the road safely, whether you're heading out for the holidays or just need a routine tyre check. At Tom Leyden Tyre & Mechanical in Gracemere, we are proud to be an RACQ Approved Repairer, giving our customers added confidence in the quality and reliability of our work. This accreditation means we meet RACQ’s strict standards for vehicle repairs, safety and customer service, ensuring your car is repaired to the highest professional standards. Whether it’s routine maintenance, advanced diagnostics or complex repairs, you can trust that our team follows best-practice procedures backed by RACQ approval. Prepare for any Road Trip Holidays often include a Road Trip, booking in early for your car service at Tom Leyden Tyre & Mechanical is essential to avoid transport issues. Things to inspect are your Brakes, Air Conditioning, Radiator Coolant and other Fluid levels, Lights, Wipers and possible leaks under the car. Booking in a Full Service will include all these things. We also offer Free Battery and Tyre Pressure Checks at our workshop. Our fully air conditioned Reception area has a welcoming waiting room and we can offer you WIFI access, TV, Coffee & tea plus cold drinks. Our customers can benefit from our Collection & Drop Off service within the local area (please advise in advance). If you need to drop off your car after hours, please let us know and we can give you details on our secure key lock box. Our workshop is located close to a bus stop and short walk to Gracemere Shoppingworld. Some services available at Tom Leyden Tyre & Mechanical are: Log Book Servicing Major Car Servicing Air Conditioning Inspection, Service and Repair (AU53363) Auto Electrical Diagnostics, Service and Repair Battery Testing & Replacement Brake & Clutch Caravans & Trailers Diesel Repairs EFI Safety Certificates Roadworthy Inspections Radiator & Cooling Systems Light Commercial Service & Repairs Tyres & Wheel Service Wheel Alignments & Balancing If you don't see a service listed that you need, just ask. We may be able to direct you to a suitable service provider. As a Repco Authorised Service centre, we have a commitment to high quality workmanship, ensuring the very best in automotive care. 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 Tom Leyden Tyre & Mechanical, call us today to book in for a service or repair.

As your local Mechanic in Gracemere, Tom Leyden Tyre & Mechanical take great pride in offering our clients the very best in car servicing and automotive repairs.

Car service in Gracemere

Owning a European car comes with a unique driving experience, but it also requires specialised maintenance to keep it performing at its best. At Tom Leyden Tyre & Mechanical in Gracemere, we understand the precision and care European vehicles demand. As an independently owned Repco Authorised Service centre, we combine experience with the latest advanced diagnostic tools to ensure your car remains reliable, safe, and efficient. Advanced Diagnostics: Error Codes & Troubleshooting Modern European vehicles are fitted with sophisticated electronic systems. From engine management to safety features, these systems rely on sensors and modules that communicate continuously.

At Tom Leyden Tyre & Mechanical, our technicians use advanced diagnostic tools to read error and fault codes quickly and accurately. This allows us to perform in-depth troubleshooting, pinpointing issues before they escalate. Symptoms of system errors include: Warning lights on the dashboard (e.g., check engine, ABS, airbag) Reduced engine performance Irregular braking behaviour or ABS activation Unexpected electrical glitches Benefits of advanced diagnostics: Saves time and cost by identifying the exact problem Prevents unnecessary part replacements Maintains vehicle safety and performance Service Reset Procedures European cars feature electronic service history systems that require a scan tool to reset various service indicators. These include: Oil change reminders Brake pad service intervals Scheduled maintenance notifications Why it matters: If these systems are not correctly reset after servicing, the car may display false warnings, or the next service schedule may be inaccurate, affecting warranty compliance.

Tip: Always ensure that service reset procedures are performed by a trained technician using the proper diagnostic equipment. Module Coding & Programming European vehicles often use electronic modules to control critical systems such as: Engine and transmission Steering and suspension Brake systems (including Electronic Parking Brake) Sometimes, after a component replacement or software update, module coding and programming are required to ensure seamless integration. Failing to code modules correctly can result in warning lights, error codes, or malfunctioning systems.

Unusual fact: Some European cars require coding even for seemingly simple replacements, such as a headlight or battery change. Electronic Brake Maintenance European braking systems are increasingly electronic, with components such as: Electronic Parking Brakes (EPB) Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) modules Brake pad wear sensors Symptoms of brake issues include: Dashboard brake warnings Uneven braking Noise or vibration when braking Regular maintenance ensures safety, prevents expensive repairs, and prolongs the life of brake components.

Tip for local conditions in Gracemere: Dust, gravel and hot Queensland temperatures can accelerate brake wear. Regular inspections are essential to maintain optimal braking performance. Tips to Prevent Common Issues Schedule regular diagnostics to catch faults early. Follow the manufacturer’s service intervals. Keep electronic systems up to date, especially after part replacements. Inspect brakes and suspension components regularly, particularly after driving on unsealed roads common in the region. At Tom Leyden Tyre & Mechanical, we combine local knowledge with technical expertise. Our advanced diagnostic tools, experienced technicians, and Repco Authorised Service centre status ensure your European car receives the attention it deserves. From service resets to module programming and electronic brake maintenance, we help European vehicles perform safely and efficiently in all Queensland conditions. About European Car Servicing How often should I service my European car? European vehicles generally require servicing every 10,000–15,000 km, but consult your owner’s manual and ensure services are logged electronically. Can I service my European car at any workshop? While many general workshops can perform basic services, warranty compliance and complex diagnostics are best handled at a certified Repco Authorised Service centre like Tom Leyden Tyre & Mechanical. Why does my car need module coding after part replacements? Electronic modules must communicate correctly with other systems. Coding ensures compatibility and avoids warning lights or system errors. What happens if I ignore service reset procedures? Failure to reset service indicators can lead to inaccurate maintenance reminders, voided warranty, or system errors. Can local conditions affect my European car? Yes. Heat, dust, and rural driving in and around Gracemere can accelerate wear on brakes, filters, and fluids. Regular inspections help prevent problems. Book your European car service today with Tom Leyden Tyre & Mechanical in Gracemere and experience trusted, precise care for your vehicle.

Expert European car servicing in Gracemere. Diagnostics, service resets, module programming & brake maintenance at Tom Leyden Tyre & Mechanical, your local Repco Authorised Service centre.

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European Car Servicing in Gracemere, QLD