Accessibility conversions are delicate and specialised procedures that should only really be conducted by a professional. You know that to get the best in safety and quality you should get your van converted at a professional accessible car designer and dealer, so it follows that for repairs and services you should give your van the same specialist treatment.
If your wheelchair accessible vehicle has been constructed or converted to a high standard, there is no reason why the conversion parts should break down suddenly, but frequent services are needed to ensure that the car continues to perform at its best. When your mobility vehicle does need a service or does break down, you should take it to a fully-trained mechanic who is experienced with repairing specialty vans.
An experienced mechanic will be able to care for your car as a whole and check over the accessibility modifications. It is essential that these parts are looked into at every standard service to ensure the ultimate safety of the wheelchair accessible vehicle. Additionally, by taking your van to a specialist mechanic, you should be able to easily put in place any further additions or conversions on your car or van. We often don't realise exactly what we need in our vans until we actually begin driving in them, so having some continued assistance can be invaluable in arriving at the most appropriate car for your needs.
At every service you should make sure that the wheelchair restraints and lifts are checked and repaired if needed. If either of these aspects of your wheelchair accessible vehicle are damaged or worn, there would be serious consequences on the overall safety of your van or car. A specialist mechanic will understand what condition these parts should be in and judge your mobility car accordingly.
You should also take your van to a specialist repair centre for reasons of convenience. A specialist mechanic will have all the necessary replacement parts in stock, so your van will be back on the road and getting you places as soon as possible. This is very important as you wouldn't want to discover that your lift is out of action, leaving you with the only option of staying at home or taking expensive taxis for the next week or so. A specialist mechanic will understand both your car's needs and your own needs, and will focus on giving your wheelchair accessible vehicle the safest repair possible.
