As summer officially started a few days ago, our team here
at your Chicagoland Volkswagen dealers,
Jennings Volkswagen, wants to make sure that both you and your vehicle are
ready for the road. Before you head on down the highway, we recommend checking
a few technical items off the old checklist to ensure that you’re trip goes and
smoothly as possible:
Total Recall:
Cars, like the human body, need to be treated like a temple in order to get the
best possible effort out of it. Just like you should go to the doctor for a physical
each year, you need stay in the know about your vehicle. Make sure that it has
recently gotten a tune up and check to see if there are any active recalls on
your vehicle. You can check recalls through your manufacturer by using your
VIN. If there is a safety recall, your vehicle manufacturer is required to
provide a free remedy.
No Tired Tires:
Before hitting the road, make sure that your tires are good to go. You’ll want
to focus on air, wear, and spare. Make sure that your tires are inflated to the
proper PSI (This will located in the owner’s manual and/or door frame). Also
make sure to check for excessive wear, you don’t want to be driving on worn
out, or bald, tires as this can be dangerous. Finally, make sure you have a
spare tire in your trunk in case you get a flat.
Take Care for Rubber
Wear: Check out all your belts, hoses, and wiper blades for any blisters,
cracks, or cuts and replace them if they’re not in good condition. Also check
to ensure hose connections are secure.
Get Plenty of Fluids:
Top off all fluids: oil, brake, windshield wiper, transmission, steering, and
coolant. Double check whether it’s time for an oil change.
Light It Up:
Check for and replace any headlights, brake lights, turn signals, emergency
lights, and interior lights.
By taking some time to check out these different areas of
your car, you’re setting yourself up for a smooth and safe roadtrip. If you
have any questions or concerns, or just want some help, don’t hesitate to contact
your Glenview
Volkswagen Service Department to speak to one of our technicians today!
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