Glenn's

Service Centre

We treat our Customers as Friends,

and their vehicles as our own!

About Us

Glenn’s Service Centre came under the management of the Chaillon Automotive Group in January 2022, where Glenn Chaillon remains committed to providing quality workmanship and genuine customer service.

Chaillon Automotive Group is a locally owned and operated family business, originally established in 1968 by Jim Chaillon in Casey Street, Aitkenvale as Jim Chaillon’s Auto Service. Following his father’s footsteps into the trade, Glenn eventually bought the business and managed it for over 20 years at its original site.

In December 2022, the doors at Jim Chaillon’s Auto Service closed. This enabled Chaillon Automotive Group to bring their well-regarded team of mechanics across to their new venture at Glenn’s Service Centre in Gorari Street, Idalia.

Our commitment to you!

We are grateful to our loyal customers, many of whom are generational. We have been fortunate to have been right there by your side, servicing many generations of families and their changing vehicles along the way. We will continue supporting you and our new customers with the same trust, friendliness and quality workmanship upon which Chaillon Automotive Group has been built.

Services

Glenn’s Service Centre offers a variety of services, from general repairs and maintenance to overhauls and rebuilds. Whether you drive a small family sedan or light commercial truck, we will help keep your vehicle safe and reliable. Our staff are constantly updating their knowledge and skills to remain at the top of their fields.

General Car Servicing

Maintaining your vehicle is key to keeping it running reliably.

Glenn’s Service Centre will inspect components, measure fluid levels and replace parts where necessary during our routine repairs and servicing of your vehicle, whatever the make or model. All servicing is carried out in line with the manufacturer’s specifications and we can even carry out logbook serving to maintain your vehicle’s warranty conditions.

Brake & Clutch Repair Services

Bring your vehicle to Glenn’s Service Centre for all your brake and clutch repairs and servicing. If you haven’t had them checked in the last 6 months then contact us now!

We carry out suspension checks and use power steering flush equipment to ensure your steering system is direct and responsive.

Transmissions & Differentials

Our talented mechanics can look after all your transmission troubles, including servicing automatic transmissions and manual transmission overhauls. We also repair differentials.

Pre Purchase Inspections

Glenn’s Service Centre provides a comprehensive pre purchase vehicle inspection at competitive rates. Be assured the vehicle you are buying is in good condition.

Fuel Injection & Engine Management

Is your engine running rough? Bring your vehicle to us for diagnosis and repairs using the latest G Scan tools for EFI diagnostics.

Perhaps you’ve noticed a decrease in performance or poor fuel economy? Our service mechanics offer a carbon clean service to spruce up your vehicle and get it revving right.

4WD & Bus Repair Services

Our mechanical repair workshop looks after 4×4 models and we offer specialised diesel engine services. Our qualified staff also repair light commerical vehicles, commercial vehicles and buses up to 5 tonnes.

Engine Cooling System Repairs

Is your cooling system operating correctly? Radiators, hoses, water pumps, transmission cooling lines and pressure caps all play a vital role in cooling your engine. Help reduce the risk of your car overheating in our searing Townsville temperatures. Our qualified mechanics can clear blockages and ensure your cooling system is operating efficiently to avoid any costly breakdowns.

Testimonials

What People are Saying

Absolutely superb little garage. My wife and I have been having our vehicles serviced at Glenn’s since moving to Townsville a few years back and they always do an excellent job. I always feel like they go above and beyond to give you exactly what you want whether it be a basic service or some extra work. I asked for a basic service and to make my 1988 campervan fit for a long trip, which required extra work, and they delivered. They even wiped down my grubby 34 year old plastic steering wheel which was a nice touch.
Thanks again to Glenn and the team for always providing great service. The Hyundai runs like a dream after a visit with you guys. Best mechanics, providing quality with that old school personal service
I love the fact that Glenn, Lenny and the staff go out of thier way for you. Glenn most times is on the money with just a simple explanation of the problem, which shows his mechanical ability and knowledge. He will explain what the issue is, once properly diagnosed, how that particular part works and when plausible shows you the broken part and it’s working elements when replaced by the new part. Not too many mechanics are like that. He has a customer for life and do recommend that centre over anywhere in Town.
Hey Glenn, You asked me one day about where I was getting my car serviced … and if I could feel any difference in the way my car ran after the service. I said “No”. Yesterday, when I picked up my XTrail it felt like a new car. It cost me a few bob, but it’s right now! I’ll be back.

Les

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FAQS

Can you service my vehicle while under new car warranty?

Yes, your vehicle or car can be serviced by us while under the manufacturer’s new car warranty.

How often should I change my engine oil?

This generally depends on the make and model of your car. Some manufacturers advise engine oil to be changed at 5,000km while others recommend 10,000km. What we suggest is your engine oil and filter be renewed every six to eight months at not more than 10,000km.

Do you do wheel alignments?

Yes, we conduct two-wheel and four-wheel alignments. We recommend that a wheel alignment be carried out when renewing your tyres.

How regularly should I change my engine coolant?

Here, at Glenn’s Service Centre, we use a long-life engine coolant, which has a specified service interval of four years/250,000km. It is recommended your cooling system be flushed and coolant renewed when your cooling system requires repairs as different coolants should never be mixed.

How often does my brake fluid require changing?

It is recommended that brake fluid is changed every two years.

How often should I service my automatic transmission and power steering?

This varies depending on driving conditions, but our qualified staff recommend approximately every 30,000km to 40,000km.

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