Winterize Your Volkswagen with Fox Volkswagen!
It's almost winter in the Rochester Hills area, and we all know what that means! The days get shorter, it gets a lot colder, and we all know that inclement weather is on its way. Snow, sleet, freezing rain, and hail can all rear their ugly heads during winter. That can wear on you – and your car! Lucky for you, Fox Volkswagen is more than prepared to inspect and prepare your vehicle for the cold months ahead.
From tires to oil, windshield washer fluid to engine gaskets, everything in your car is affected by the cold. Getting caught off guard could mean your car isn't operating at its peak performance; even worse, it might not be able to get you where you want to go! An ounce of prevention is always worth a pound of cure, and that applies to winterizing your vehicle, too.
Your Source for Winter Tire Preparation in the Warren, MI, Area
Of peak importance is the condition of your tires. Driving around in a snowstorm on old or bald tires is a recipe for disaster. You'll want to double-check your tires are up to the task by having Fox Volkswagen give them the once-over. Tires more than five or six years old can crack and wear out more quickly than a new set, and we'll even fit your vehicle with winter tires if you need them! Winter tires offer the best grip and most resiliency in the cold months, and we'll always recommend them to our clients in the Troy area.
Another option for customers with large or expensive wheels is to swap an entire set of winter wheels and tires onto their vehicles. Some customers find it easier to have a dedicated wheel and tire setup, to avoid scratching or blemishing their nice wheels. Plus, you can usually get multiple seasons out of one pair of snow tires. We have no qualms about helping out with that, too!
Fluid Checks for the Cold Weather Around Farmington Hills
There are a number of fluids you'll want to check when the weather starts deteriorating. Two of the most important ones are your coolant and your windshield-washer fluid. Contrary to its name, coolant is partially responsible for getting warm air into your cabin via your heating vents! Low or leaking coolant could cause your heater to blow cool air, which is the last thing you want to experience in the middle of the freezing cold Michigan winter!
Secondly, you'll need to check your windshield-washer fluid level. Winter storms get nasty, throwing dirt and mud into the roadway and making your windshield an absolute mess. Windshield-washer fluid helps penetrate and break apart that detritus and will leave you with a clear view of the road ahead. Don't wait until It's too late – let Fox Volkswagen refill your windshield-washer fluid as soon as possible!
Don't Sweat the Details: Fox Volkswagen Will Have You on the Road in No Time!
The topics reviewed here are just some areas that your car needs extra attention in to ensure peak operating excellence during the winter months. But items like cabin air filters, windshield wipers, and batteries may also need extra servicing. The most time and cost-efficient way to figure it out is to schedule an appointment with Fox Volkswagen so we can inspect the car ourselves!
And don't worry: if you forget to make an appointment, swing by, and we'll be more than happy to have our talented, Volkswagen-certified technicians review your car and make some recommendations. We consider it an honor to be given the task of preparing your vehicle for winter. Most important of all: stay safe out there!