Valvoline Service Centre Colchester

AP Engineering is the only certified Valvoline service centre in Colchester. What does Valvoline mean to you and your vehicle?

Your car is a large investment. In order to keep it running smoothly and efficiently you depend on reliable products that meet or exceed manufacturer specifications. Valvoline has the right products to not only keep your car running at peak efficiency, but also maintain that new car appearance.

ENGINE OILS

The primary function of engine oil is to minimize metal-to-metal contact reducing friction and wear. With friction comes heat, which causes more wear and distorts moving engine parts. The oil in your engine maintains a thin, lubricating film on all metal parts that lets them glide over each other safely and efficiently, minimizing friction. Valvolinetm engine oils exceed the latest performance standards of leading engine manufacturers. There are a lot of myths around engine oil, to clear up some of those myths and read more about what you can and cannot expect from engine oil and some do's and don’ts, please see our Myths & Facts.

TRANSMISSION OIL

Higher performance means higher demands

Today’s transmissions place increasingly higher demands on transmission fluids and gear oils in order to promote smoother shifting, greater friction stability and increased wear protection. In addition, these lubricants must meet stringent OEM specifications. Valvoline gear oils have been developed following many years of research, development and field experience. The result is a range of products that are designed to meet the extreme performance demands of today’s gearboxes and transmissions.

COOLANT, SCREENWASH & ANTIFREEZE

Protection against frost and vehicle breakdown

The primary cause of vehicle breakdown is cooling system failure, because:

Cooling system maintenance is often neglected
The wrong coolant or water is often used

Choosing the right coolant is essential to engine protection, and the complete range of premium Valvoline coolants help keep system components in top condition. Most vehicle manufacturers have particular coolant specifications and recommend different coolant technologies, including organic acid technology (OAT ) or hybrid organic acid technology (HOAT). In addition to meeting these approved technologies, Valvoline coolants offer additional benefits so you can be sure of the best protection available.

BRAKE / CLUTCH AND POWER STEERING

Safety first with high-quality fluids

High-quality brake fluid is essential to ensure effective stopping power. Most vehicle manufacturers recommend changing brake fluid every two years to optimize braking performance and protect system components. Top-quality Valvoline brake fluids are available for all driving conditions and brake systems, including disc, drum and anti-skid (ABS) applications. Choosing Valvoline brake fluids is your guarantee of advanced performance and system protection.

POWER STEERING

Keep power-steering systems working properly

Valvoline power-steering fluids meet and exceed the requirements of leading vehicle manufacturers to ensure steering components are fully protected. Vehicle manufacturers recommend checking the quality of power steering fluids at least every two years to maintain proper system function and protection.

ENGINE CARE

Easy and effective solutions for engine problems and car maintenance

Valvoline oil, fuel and coolant additives and workshop chemicals deliver outstanding performance and protection. The premium formulations simplify maintenance by cleaning effectively and offer lasting protection of systems and components.

CAR CARE CLEANING

Fast and effective solutions for cleaning and car maintenance

Valvoline car care chemicals deliver outstanding results in less time. The premium formulations simplify maintenance by cleaning effectively and offer lasting protection of systems and components. From aerosols and additives to cleaners and waxes, you can count on Valvoline chemicals for superior quality.

CAR CARE LUBRICATION

Fast and effective solutions for cleaning and car maintenance

Valvoline car care chemicals deliver outstanding results in less time. The premium formulations simplify maintenance by cleaning effectively and offering lasting protection of systems and components. From aerosols and additives to cleaners and waxes, you can count on Valvoline chemicals for superior quality.

CAR CARE APPEARANCE

Fast and effective solutions for cleaning and car maintenance

CAR CARE SPECIALITY

Fast and effective solutions for cleaning and car maintenance

Valvoline car care chemicals deliver outstanding results, quickly. The premium formulations simplify maintenance by cleaning effectively and offering lasting protection of systems and components. From aerosols and additives to cleaners and waxes, you can count on Valvoline chemicals for superior quality.

VALVOLINE GREASES

bearings The Valvoline range of greases includes products specially designed for use in automotive, heavy-duty, marine and industrial equipment. Developed using the highest quality base stocks and the latest additive technology, Valvoline greases provide superior lubrication properties. Unique mixed-complex soap structures are used in Sienna grease and dipperstick grease, to provide the ultimate protection against wear and corrosion, even under the most severe conditions.

The performance, life and reliability of your vehicle is very sensitive to the quality of the lubricants chosen. Grease has a vital part to play in offering protection that can keep your vehicles operating efficiently. The Valvoline range consists of automotive greases that cover virtually all kinds of applications on your vehicle / machine. Most of the parts that you need to lubricate are hidden from sight. Unfortunately, these parts are the most likely to cause mechanical failure. Bearings with insufficient or unsuitable lubrication alone cause 37% of those failures.

Causes of Bearing Failures*

Grease performs the following functions:

Lubrication
Wear protection
Sealing
Corrosion protection (e.g. rust, copper)
Oxidation resistance
Elastomer seals protection
Noise and vibration reduction
Minimizing leakage

VALVOLINE PROFESSIONAL SERIES

Premium formulations for professional services and superior results

Valvoline Professional Series (VPS) products improve preventive maintenance services by offering the ultimate in protection, performance and operational life. These best-in-class formulations are designed to help ensure vehicle systems work as the manufacturer intended. VPS products allow workshops and dealerships to improve service quality, generate new service revenue and improve customer satisfaction.

Products for professionals

Valvoline Professional Series products deliver maximum value to consumers and workshops by providing superior professional-grade products to help workshops perform value-added automotive services. From fuel system cleaners to coolant flushes, Valvoline Professional Series products optimize services while generating incremental workshop revenue. Over the years, as vehicle service intervals have been extended. Valvoline Professional Series products have been designed to improve vehicle performance and protection.

EAGLE ONE

Eagle Onetm Guarantees Award Winning Results the Fast & Easy Way

When a great looking car matters, Eagle One provides amazing results and lasting protection with less time and effort. Eagle One delivers quality and innovative appearance products that work better, last longer and are easier to use than traditional products. Eagle One has been a trusted name in car care for over 30 years, providing total car care solutions – top to bottom, bumper to bumper. You’ll get superior results, all while saving time and effort.

Eagle One - Less Work, More Look