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Getting the Bike Serviced

Rahul takes his bike to the mechanic for its regular servicing, discussing what needs to be checked and replaced.

Rahul, Mechanic

Key words and phrases

servicingthe regular maintenance of a vehicleThe bike is due for its servicing this week.
mechanica person skilled at repairing vehiclesThe mechanic checked the engine oil first.
engine oilthe oil that lubricates a vehicle's engineThe engine oil needs to be changed every three months.
brake padsparts that help a vehicle slow down and stopThe brake pads were worn out and needed replacement.
puncturea hole in a tyre that causes air to leakHe got a puncture on the way to work.
chain lubricationoiling the bike chain to keep it running smoothlyChain lubrication should be done regularly.
spare partsreplacement parts for a vehicleThe mechanic ordered new spare parts.
service centrea place where vehicles are repaired and maintainedHe took the bike to the authorised service centre.
warrantya promise to repair or replace a product for free within a periodThe new parts come with a six-month warranty.
estimatean approximate cost given before the work is doneThe mechanic gave an estimate of eight hundred rupees.
air filtera part that cleans the air entering the engineThe mechanic cleaned the air filter to improve mileage.
tyre pressurethe amount of air inside a tyreHe checked the tyre pressure before the long ride.
clutch platea part that helps change gears smoothlyThe clutch plate was slipping, so it was replaced.
batterythe part that stores electric power to start the vehicleThe mechanic tested the battery before the servicing.
disc brakea braking system using a rotating metal discThis model comes with a front disc brake.
spannera tool used to tighten or loosen nuts and boltsThe mechanic reached for a spanner to fix the seat.
servicing checklista list of items checked during a serviceThe servicing checklist includes brakes, oil, and tyres.
oil top-upadding more oil to bring it to the correct levelThe mechanic did an oil top-up instead of a full change.
headlightthe front light of a vehicle used at nightHe asked the mechanic to check the headlight too.
kick-startstarting a vehicle's engine by kicking a leverThe bike doesn't kick-start easily in winter.

Useful sentences

Dialogue

RahulMy bike is due for servicing. Can you check everything?

MechanicSure, let me check the engine oil and brake pads first.

RahulI also had a puncture last week, please check the tyres too.

MechanicOkay, the brake pads need replacement, and I'll do the chain lubrication too.

RahulWhat's the total estimate?

MechanicIt should come to around nine hundred rupees with the new brake pads.

RahulThat's fine. Can you also check the tyre pressure and the battery?

MechanicSure, and I'll clean the air filter as well since it looked dirty.

RahulGreat, how long will the whole servicing take?

MechanicAbout two hours. I'll call you once it's ready for pickup.

Common mistakes

Quick quiz

1. What is "servicing"?

2. An approximate cost given before work is done is called an ___.

3. Complete: "The ___ pads were worn out and needed replacement."

4. What does "tyre pressure" mean?

5. A part that cleans the air entering the engine is called the ___.

6. Complete: "The mechanic reached for a ___ to fix the seat."

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