Extend the Life of Your Volkswagen: Essential Car Maintenance Tips

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Let's be honest, your Volkswagen is more than just a car, right?
It's your trusty steed, your weekend escape pod, maybe even your mobile office (no judgement!). And just like any valued companion, it needs a bit of TLC to stay happy and healthy.

Keeping up with regular maintenance isn't just about avoiding those dreaded breakdowns. It's about getting the most out of your VW, ensuring it runs smoothly, efficiently, and keeps its value for years to come. Think of it as an investment in your driving experience!

The Golden Rule: Regular Servicing

You wouldn't skip your annual check-up with the doctor, would you?

Well, your Volkswagen feels the same way about its service. Regular servicing is the absolute cornerstone of car maintenance. It's the best way to catch those niggling little issues before they turn into major headaches (and major expenses!).

During a service, your mechanic will check everything from your engine oil and filters to your brakes and tyres, ensuring everything is in tip-top shape.
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Keep an Eye on the Fluids

Your Volkswagen relies on a range of fluids to keep things running smoothly. Engine oil, coolant, brake fluid, transmission fluid – they all play a vital role. Keeping these fluids topped up and in good condition is crucial.

Check your owner's manual for the recommended intervals for fluid changes and top-ups, or pop into your local mechanic for a quick check. A little bit of fluid maintenance goes a long way!

Tyres: More Than Just Round and Black

Those four rubber donuts connecting you to the road? They're more important than you might think! Properly inflated tyres not only improve your car's handling and fuel efficiency but also extend the life of your tyres.

Make it a habit to check your tyre pressure regularly and keep an eye on the tread depth. And don't forget about wheel alignment – it can make a world of difference to your car's performance and tyre wear.
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Listen to Your Car

Your Volkswagen is pretty good at telling you when something's not right, but you need to listen! Unusual noises, warning lights on the dashboard, changes in performance – these are all signs that something might be amiss. Addressing issues early can save you a lot of trouble (and money) down the track.
Need a Hand? Northside Autohaus to the Rescue!

Taking care of your Volkswagen doesn't have to be a chore. By following these simple tips and paying attention to your car's needs, you can enjoy many years of happy motoring.

And if you're ever in doubt, remember that the experts at Northside Autohaus are here to help. We're passionate about Volkswagens and have years of experience keeping them in peak condition.

So why not book your VW in for a service online or drop by our workshop in Brookvale? We'll make sure your car gets the love and care it deserves!

What our customers say about us

Northside Auto Haus | Extend the Life of Your Volkswagen: Essential Car Maintenance TipsNoemi Bull
03:52 25 Mar 24
Great service
Northside Auto Haus | Extend the Life of Your Volkswagen: Essential Car Maintenance TipsJoel Phillips
07:10 03 Jan 24
Jeff was incredible to deal with. Gave us a loan car at a time I was in desperate need. Extremely good service.
Northside Auto Haus | Extend the Life of Your Volkswagen: Essential Car Maintenance TipsPaula Brennan
01:42 24 Jul 23
Amazing team! Great mechanics and honest with pricing and outcomes! So good
Northside Auto Haus | Extend the Life of Your Volkswagen: Essential Car Maintenance TipsYolanda Bensdorp
22:20 26 Jun 23
Romeo and his team was very professional and helpful and did a great job on my car
Northside Auto Haus | Extend the Life of Your Volkswagen: Essential Car Maintenance TipsMichael Christie
23:43 22 Jun 23
Friendly and thorough.
Northside Auto Haus | Extend the Life of Your Volkswagen: Essential Car Maintenance TipsNicola Baker
23:17 15 Nov 22
Could not be happier with Northside Autohaus. From my fist point of call speaking with Romeo, he was quick to fit me in as my Audi Q5 was leaking adblue liquid and needed urgent attention. When arriving at Autohause, Romeo was there to greet my with kindness and respect. He called as soon as they had found the problem and made recommendations with openness and honesty on costings and timelines.Fantastic customer service all the way through to the end. I will definitely be visiting Northside Autohaus for all my service and repairs from now on. Highly recommend Autohaus.Nicola
Northside Auto Haus | Extend the Life of Your Volkswagen: Essential Car Maintenance TipsVlado Markovic
09:41 18 Oct 22
Romeo and the team serviced my Audi A8 to my great satisfaction. This was second time I serviced my car here and I am as happy as I was first time. Quality work and friendly service that is hard to find these days. Would like to recommend Northside Autohaus to any Audi, BMW or VW owner.
Northside Auto Haus | Extend the Life of Your Volkswagen: Essential Car Maintenance TipsMartin Andrew
01:02 27 Aug 22
This week was our second annual service at Northside Autohaus, last year our near 10yr Golf TSI required some semi major servicing with water pump, belts, engine mounts etc (as to be expected with age and kms on the clock), thankfully this year a simple service, wheel balance and tyre rotation to ensure even wear and fuel efficiency, along a quick repair to the rear window washer water line which had broken in the section between the car body and tailgate (another semi common VW fault).Romeo was helpful as always to discuss any issues or concerns with the vehicle, reach out and call to confirm once the team had inspected the vehicle and what they found, providing an accurate quote and ensuring the vehicle was ready that afternoon (with a clean and vacuum also completed!). Thanks Northside Autohaus for the great service.
Northside Auto Haus | Extend the Life of Your Volkswagen: Essential Car Maintenance TipsKerem Koş
02:50 25 Mar 22
My Audi Q7 had a sticky and complicated problem. Jeff and his team were able to locate the root cause and fix it. The team was helpful and friendly. I am happy with the service and highly recommend them.
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