A/C on full blast!
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As Glenn Frey would sing, “The Heat is On,” temperature-wise, and it’s not going anywhere anytime soon. The blazing summer temps can become dangerous to (you and) your Volkswagen, so keeping cool and the air conditioner in check is a necessity.

Watch out for signs of transmission problems.
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Neglecting proper transmission care will cause problems in the future. The longer you drive with a transmission problem, the worse the problem is going to get. Period.

While there are ways to prolong the life of your transmission in your Volkswagen, sometimes things come up and troubles cannot be avoided.

Prolong your transmission's life.
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As the most complex part of your Volkswagen, the transmission has an abundance of parts and functions to power your Volkswagen.

Oftentimes transmission care is overlooked since it doesn’t have as many regular services as other components of your automobile. Here are some ways to prolong your transmission’s life:

Maintain the life of your import vehicle with proper service.
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The key to maintaining the life of your Volkswagen is to have it serviced routinely, whether it's according to specific Volkswagen factory scheduled guidelines or on a condition based service. In doing this, you’ll prolong the safety and reliability of your Volkswagen.

Factory Scheduled Maintenance vs. Condition Based Service – What’s the difference?

Your Volkswagen has a specific recommended maintenance schedule that should be performed when your Volkswagen hits a certain mileage or time interval. This is called Factory Scheduled Maintenance (FSM). Not all Volkswagens require the same schedule, so it’s important to know your exact model.

Stay safe on the roads this winter
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Temperatures are dropping, snow is falling and Jack Frost is nipping away. Make sure he doesn’t nip away at your Volkswagen (and cause damage). Properly winterizing your Volkswagen will keep it running smoothly and keep you safe on the road. Here are some tips to prepare your Volkswagen for battling the elements.