by Last Updated: 4 November 2025
Chris Kikas
QUICK ANSWER
Service your right hand drive Ford F 150 every 10,000 to 15,000 kilometres or 12 months. We use factory diagnostics, the correct fluids, tyre rotation and ADAS verification when required, and we include a free 160 point safety check. Victoria pick up and delivery available, with Australia wide transport on request.
SUMMARY:
• Built for Victorian conditions: towing, heat and stop start driving
• ADAS checks after windscreens, bar work, lifts and wheel changes
• Australian owned, 5,000 plus conversions, team around 250, parts warehouses in Australia, Sri Lanka and Canada
INTRO
Victorian roads throw up everything, from peak hour to country highways and steep climbs. Your Ford F-150 pickup truck needs a service plan that respects how you actually use it. We keep it tight, quiet and predictable, then hand it back with a clear report and photos.
INTERVALS AND INCLUSIONS
• Typical interval: 10,000 to 15,000 km or 12 months
• What we do: oils and filters, full scan, inspection, tyre rotation, alignment check and road test
• Free 160 point safety check: brakes, suspension, steering, right hand drive conversion integrity and an OEM diagnostics report
TOWING AND HEAT
Towing caravans and boats adds heat and load. We watch fluid condition and temperature history, then set practical transmission and differential service timing. Cooling checks are standard if you tow.
ADAS AND ACCESSORIES
Windscreens, front bars, lifts, wheels and tyres can shift sensor aim. We verify cameras and radar, align the vehicle and calibrate if needed. You get a short report you can file for insurance or resale.
COMMON ISSUES WE SEE IN VICTORIA
• Heat and towing: transmission fluid shear after summer trips, diffs that need earlier changes, cooling systems that need a proper flush
• Geometry drift: small lifts and bigger tyres that were never aligned correctly
• ADAS quirks: windscreen replacements done without calibration
• City abuse: stop start driving that glazes pads and creates brake shudder
WHAT HAPPENS ON THE DAY
Drop off or we pick up. We scan the truck, service oils and filters, check brakes, suspension and steering, rotate tyres, set alignment and road test. You get photos and notes. If anything needs attention, we call with options and pricing before work proceeds.
ACCESSORIES WE CAN FIT WHILE YOU ARE IN
• Brake controller and 12 pin trailer wiring
• Tow friendly pads and rotors
• Transmission cooler for regular towing
• All terrain tyres with correct load rating and a written rotation plan
• UHF, dual battery and DC DC charging setups
SERVICE AREAS IN VICTORIA
Melbourne, Pakenham, Dandenong, Cranbourne, Berwick, Narre Warren, Frankston, Mornington Peninsula, Preston, Deer Park, Shepparton, Cheltenham, Geelong, Lilydale, Ferntree Gully, South Morang, Footscray, Frankstone, Ballarat, Bendigo, Shepparton, Traralgon and Latrobe Valley, Gippsland, Warragul, Werribee, Hoppers Crossing, Sunbury and Melton. Pick up and delivery by arrangement.
SHORT CASE STUDY
Ford F-150 towing a 3.2 tonne caravan, vague steering at 100 km/h. Findings: rear alignment out after a small lift, front toe off, front pads glazed. We aligned it, fitted tow friendly pads and bedded them in, then verified ADAS. Owner reported better stability and shorter stops on the next trip.
WHY SERVICE WITH US
We began converting American pickup trucks to right hand drive in Melbourne in 1993. Today we are 100 percent Australian owned and Australia’s most experienced American truck conversion, servicing and accessory fitting team. Our crew brings together mechanical and electrical engineers, specialist American pickup technicians, master mechanics, diagnostic technicians, auto electricians, diesel mechanics, air conditioning technicians, tyre and brake specialists, plus upholsterers, fabricators, welders and painters, all coordinated by dedicated service managers and supported by parts, procurement and logistics. With over 5,000 vehicles converted and a team around 250, we are the workshop that owners and even other workshops call when a problem is hard to fix. We use factory diagnostics, ADAS calibration gear and precision alignment equipment in a modern facility, backed by ISO 9001:2015 processes and fast parts supply from warehouses in Australia, Sri Lanka and Canada.
Ring the team today for free advice or to book in your Ford F-150 pickup truck in for servicing on (03) 9765 1300 or send them an email to [email protected]
FAQs
What interval suits the Ford F-150 in Victoria
10,000 to 15,000 kilometres or 12 months. Heavy towing may bring that forward.
Will a lift kit or bigger wheels cause issues
Yes. Geometry and ADAS angles change. We align it and verify sensors. A poorly fitted lift kit can impact not only your vehicle, its safety but also impact your warranty.
Do you rotate tyres every service
Usually yes. It keeps wear even on full size pickups.
Can you validate the trailer systems
Yes. We check wiring, lighting and brake controller operation. We have an experienced team of American pickup truck auto-electricians on our team
Will servicing with you keep my warranty valid
Yes. We follow schedule, fluids and documentation correctly. In fact, servicing with Autogroup International will ensure you receive honest feedback from a highly experienced American pickup truck team.
Do you use genuine parts
Genuine or OEM equivalent based on safety and availability.
Why choose your workshop over a general mechanic
Factory level diagnostics and ADAS calibration, heavy hoists, alignment gear and a team that does American pickups every day. Our 30+ years of experience in designing, engineering, converting, servicing and fitting accessories to 1000’s of American pickup trucks ensures we know what we are doing.
Can you prep my F 150 for a caravan shakedown
Yes. Book the free 160 point safety check, then we set any upgrades you need.
Will you stamp my logbook and keep digital records
Yes. Logbook stamping, photos and notes for resale and insurance.