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.