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Pre-purchase inspection Almere

Buying a used car in Almere? Have it checked first at AutoJet. Pre-purchase inspection from €100, honest advice and a report with photos. Mon–Sat 10:00–20:00, Televisieweg 63.

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Battery (nearly) dead?

Battery nearly dead? Spot the signs: slow cranking, battery warning light, dim headlights, clicking when starting and needing a jump-start. AutoJet in Almere tests your battery for free and replaces it for €195, price up front by license plate.

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Reversing camera

Reversing camera installation in Almere? AutoJet fits a reversing camera from €199 — neatly wired, on your own screen. Price up front by licence plate. Open Mon–Sat 10:00–20:00.

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Aircon refill: when?

Car aircon cooling less in Almere? Your system slowly loses refrigerant, here are the signs, how often to refill and what AutoJet does: refill, clean & disinfect and leak check. Price up front by license plate.

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AC service Almere

Need AC refilling in Almere? AutoJet refills the AC (R134a) from €70, incl. leak check. Price up front by licence plate, Mon–Sat 10:00–20:00, Televisieweg 63.

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Failed APK: what now?

Car failed its APK (Dutch MOT) in Almere? How the re-inspection works, the deadline you have, the most common failure points and what repairs cost. AutoJet repairs the defects and arranges the APK via our partner.

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APK Almere

Need an APK (MOT) in Almere? AutoJet tests your car for a fixed price of €70. Book online by licence plate, quick service, Mon–Sat 10:00–20:00 at Televisieweg 63.

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CarPlay installation

Apple CarPlay or Android Auto installation in Almere? AutoJet fits a multimedia screen with CarPlay and Android Auto from €299 — navigation, music and calls on one screen. Price up front by plate.

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Audi garage Almere

Audi garage in Almere for A3, A4, A6, Q5 and more. S-tronic/multitronic servicing, quattro, timing chain/belt on schedule, price up front by plate. Mon–Sat 10:00–20:00.

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Car won't drive: what now?

Car won't start or broke down in Almere? Here's how to get it to AutoJet safely: towing by any company of your choice, or drive in carefully by appointment. Diagnostics €50, a fixed price.

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Car maintenance Almere

Car maintenance in Almere? AutoJet does a small service from €170 and a major service from €320. Price up front by licence plate, Mon–Sat 10:00–20:00, Televisieweg 63.

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Car won't start

Car won't start in Almere? Do a quick self-check, learn the most common cause (a flat or old battery) and what not to do. AutoJet tests the battery, diagnoses the cause with equipment and replaces or repairs, price up front by license plate.

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Car pulls to one side?

Car pulls to the left or right? The causes: uneven tyre pressure, wheel alignment out (after a pothole or curb hit), uneven tyre wear, a brake dragging on one side or a worn suspension part. AutoJet in Almere checks the cause for free and does the alignment, price up front by license plate.

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Car winter-ready

Getting your car winter-ready in the Netherlands? Full checklist: tyres, battery, wipers, antifreeze, lighting and brakes. AutoJet checks your car and replaces only what's needed, price up front by license plate.

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Tyre change Almere

Tyre change in Almere? AutoJet swaps 4 wheels from €100, balancing from €36, puncture repair from €22. Price up front by licence plate, Mon–Sat 10:00–20:00, Televisieweg 63.

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Choosing the best garage in Almere — 7 things to check

Looking for the best garage in Almere? 7 concrete things to check: fixed prices by license plate, APK and repair under one roof, real reviews and more.

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BMW garage Almere

BMW garage in Almere for 1 Series, 3 Series, 5 Series, X1, X3 and more. Brand-specific diagnostics, timing chain checks, price up front by plate. Mon–Sat 10:00–20:00.

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Spark plug replacement Almere

Need spark plugs replaced in Almere? AutoJet replaces a set of 4 spark plugs from €99 incl. parts. Better starting, lower fuel use. Mon–Sat 10:00–20:00, Televisieweg 63.

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Replace spark plugs?

When should you replace spark plugs? Spot the signs: hard starting, rough idle, misfire, loss of power and higher fuel use. AutoJet in Almere reads the fault codes and fits the correct plugs, price up front by license plate.

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Timing belt replacement

Timing belt replacement in Almere? What the belt does, why it's critical, when to replace it (mileage or age) and what it costs. AutoJet replaces to manufacturer spec, price up front by license plate.

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Timing belt replacement Almere

Timing belt replacement in Almere? AutoJet replaces the timing belt from €585, to factory specification, with 6 months warranty. Price up front by licence plate, Mon–Sat 10:00–20:00, Televisieweg 63.

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Bring your own parts

Can AutoJet in Almere fit a part you bought yourself? Yes: how it works, what fitting costs, the pros and cons, and why you should send your license plate first.

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Ford garage Almere

Need a Ford garage in Almere? AutoJet services and repairs Fiesta, Focus, Kuga and Puma. We watch the EcoBoost wet-belt timing belt, affordable maintenance, price up front by plate, Mon–Sat 10:00–20:00.

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Small or major service

Small service from €170 or major service from €320? This guide explains the difference, what gets checked and how often you need a service. Exact price by license plate.

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Checking coolant

Checking coolant (antifreeze): when to top up, when to replace and why it matters. Seeing a low level or a temperature warning? AutoJet in Almere checks your coolant for free at every service and replaces to the manufacturer's spec, price up front by license plate.

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Worn clutch? The symptoms

Is your clutch worn out? Spot the symptoms: slipping clutch, high bite point, juddering when pulling away, burning smell and hard shifting. AutoJet in Almere replaces the clutch, including DSG, from €630, price up front by license plate.

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Clutch replacement Almere

Clutch replacement in Almere? AutoJet replaces the clutch from €630, incl. fitting, also DSG, with 6 months warranty. Price up front by licence plate, Mon–Sat 10:00–20:00, Televisieweg 63.

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Mercedes garage Almere

Need a Mercedes garage in Almere? AutoJet services and repairs A-, B-, C- and E-Class, with attention to rust, Airmatic and diesel particulate filter/AdBlue. Price up front by plate, Mon–Sat 10:00–20:00.

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Engine warning light: what now?

Check engine light on in Almere? What it means, the difference between steady orange and flashing, the most common causes and when to stop driving. AutoJet reads the fault codes and finds the cause. Price up front by license plate.

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Serpentine belt replacement — when?

Squealing or whining engine? How to spot a worn auxiliary (serpentine / poly-V) belt, what happens if it snaps and when to replace it. AutoJet in Almere checks and replaces, price up front by license plate, from €100.

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Oil change Almere

Oil change in Almere? AutoJet replaces oil + filter from €160. Price up front by licence plate, Mon–Sat 10:00–20:00, Televisieweg 63.

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Opel garage Almere

Need an Opel garage in Almere? AutoJet services and repairs Corsa, Astra, Insignia and Mokka. Affordable maintenance, timing belt replaced on schedule, price up front by plate, Mon–Sat 10:00–20:00.

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Suspension noises

Knocking or clunking noises from the suspension? Often a worn stabiliser link, ball joint or wheel bearing. AutoJet in Almere checks your undercarriage for free and pinpoints the noise on the lift, price up front by license plate.

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Parking sensors

Parking sensors installation in Almere? AutoJet fits front or rear parking sensors from €150 — neatly wired, colour-matched, price up front by plate. Open Mon–Sat 10:00–20:00.

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Brake replacement Almere

Brake replacement in Almere? AutoJet replaces brake pads per axle from €160, front + rear €320. Price up front by licence plate, Mon–Sat 10:00–20:00, Televisieweg 63.

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Replacing brake fluid

Replacing brake fluid: why and when? Brake fluid absorbs moisture, which lowers its boiling point and can make your brake pedal feel soft. AutoJet in Almere tests the moisture content for free and replaces to spec, price up front by license plate.

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Renault garage Almere

Renault garage in Almere for Clio, Megane, Captur and Scenic. Fault-code diagnosis, timing/auxiliary belt per schedule, price up front by licence plate. Mon–Sat 10:00–20:00, Televisieweg 63.

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DPF clogged?

Diesel particulate filter (DPF) clogged? Spot the signs: DPF warning light, loss of power or limp mode, higher fuel use and failed regeneration. AutoJet in Almere reads the fault codes and advises the cheapest fix. Price up front by license plate.

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Worn shock absorbers?

Worn shock absorbers? Spot the signs: bouncing after a speed bump, swaying in bends, longer braking distance and uneven tyre wear. AutoJet in Almere checks your undercarriage for free and replaces per pair, price confirmed up front by license plate.

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Shock absorber replacement Almere

Shock absorber replacement in Almere? AutoJet replaces shocks from €360 per pair including fitting, springs from €270. Price up front by licence plate, Mon–Sat 10:00–20:00, Televisieweg 63.

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Steering wheel shakes when braking

Steering wheel shaking when you brake? Usually warped brake discs, worn pads or wheel imbalance. Why not to ignore it, and what AutoJet in Almere does: replace pads & discs, price up front by license plate.

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Toyota garage Almere

Toyota garage in Almere for Yaris, Corolla, C-HR, RAV4 and Prius. We also service hybrids (HV system, inverter, cooling). Price up front by licence plate. Mon–Sat 10:00–20:00, Televisieweg 63.

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Used car inspection

Buying a used car in Almere? Get an independent pre-purchase inspection first. What it checks, why it pays off and what it costs. AutoJet does a full check with honest advice and a report with photos, from €100.

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Exhaust broken or rattling?

Exhaust rattling or droning in Almere? Recognise the signs of a broken exhaust, why you shouldn't put it off and what a replacement costs. AutoJet checks and replaces your exhaust, price up front by license plate.

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Exhaust replacement Almere

Exhaust replacement in Almere? AutoJet replaces the exhaust from €275, partial repair also possible, with 6 months warranty. Price up front by licence plate, Mon–Sat 10:00–20:00, Televisieweg 63.

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Wheel alignment Almere

Wheel alignment in Almere? AutoJet aligns the front axle from €85, all 4 wheels from €110, with 3D equipment. Price up front by licence plate, Mon–Sat 10:00–20:00, Televisieweg 63.

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When to get wheel alignment?

Does your car pull left or right, or is the steering wheel off-centre when driving straight? How to tell when wheel alignment is needed, why it matters and what it costs. AutoJet in Almere aligns with 3D equipment, price up front by license plate.

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Volkswagen garage Almere

Volkswagen garage in Almere for Golf, Polo, Passat, Tiguan and more. DSG servicing, timing chain checks, price up front by plate. Mon–Sat 10:00–20:00, Televisieweg 63.

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When to replace tyres?

When should you replace your tyres? The legal minimum in the Netherlands is 1.6 mm, but wet grip drops well before that: replace around 3 mm. Check tread, age and damage. AutoJet in Almere does a free tyre check, price up front by license plate.

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When to change your oil?

When should you change your engine oil? The interval depends on your car and oil, often 10,000–30,000 km or once a year. How to spot overdue oil and what an oil change at AutoJet in Almere costs (from €160, by license plate).

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What does the APK check?

What does the Dutch APK (MOT) check exactly? The mandatory safety and emissions inspection explained: how often, every checkpoint (brakes, tyres 1.6 mm, lighting, rust) and how to avoid failing. APK at AutoJet via our partner (€70).

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What does an APK cost in Almere?

What does an APK inspection cost in Almere? €70. Read what determines the price, what a re-inspection costs and what to do if your car fails.

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What does car maintenance cost in Almere?

What does car maintenance cost in Almere? Hourly rate from €79, small service from €170, big service from €320, APK €70.

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