2012 Volkswagen Golf R Maintenance Schedule

You want your Volkswagen Golf R to last as long as possible. With proactive maintenance, you could hit 200,000 miles (or beyond!) in your Golf R. So, you want to care for your car, but you’re not sure when to get certain services. There's no need to guess when it's time to get Golf R maintenance, and no need to wait until something goes wrong. Just follow your 2012 Volkswagen Golf R maintenance schedule!

The recommended maintenance schedule is put together by Volkswagen, your vehicle manufacturer. Driving conditions, climate variations, and other variables can affect which scheduled maintenance services you’ll need; however, there’s a good chance that your vehicle’s recommended maintenance services will include fluid exchanges, filter changes, new brake pads, oil changes, and tire rotations. Staying on track with routine service appointments can help your Golf R perform better, increase your vehicle safety, and help you avoid expensive repairs caused by 2012 Volkswagen Golf R problems later.

Head to your nearest Firestone Complete Auto Care in your 2012 Volkswagen Golf R for factory-recommended routine maintenance and our technicians will jump right in with a Courtesy Check. A Courtesy Check helps "set the stage" for your service and catch any small problems before they turn into big repairs. Each Courtesy Check includes a free battery test and an inspection of your Golf R's windshield wiper blades, head and tail lights, filters, fluid levels, tires, and alignment.

Could your 2012 Volkswagen Golf R be ready for a new battery? In general, car batteries only last three to five years. There’s a chance you’ll need a replacement sooner, but it depends on the climate in your area as well as your driving habits. Short trips and extreme temperatures can shorten the overall life expectancy of your Volkswagen Golf R battery. It can be tempting to try and get as much life out of your battery as possible, but it’s smart to check it regularly and replace it before it gets too weak. If you keep driving on a battery that can't hold a charge, you run the risk of being stranded when your battery finally gives out (and no one can predict where that might be!). Your Volkswagen Golf R won't be going anywhere without a strong battery.

Ensuring you always have a well-charged battery can help your car’s overall performance, and regularly scheduled oil changes can support your engine’s overall performance and keep your 2012 Volkswagen Golf R running newer, longer. Reference the chart toward the top of the page if you're not sure about the optimal oil change intervals for your 2012 Golf R. Remember, things like average outside temperature or frequency of trips could increase or decrease this interval for your specific vehicle. Come in and speak with a Firestone Complete Auto Care technician to find out how often to change your oil. Not sure what type of oil to use for your 2012 Volkswagen Golf R? We can help with that, too!

Routine upkeep for your Volkswagen Golf R suspension and steering system can not only ensure a smooth ride; it can also help you maintain control of your car in compromised road conditions. When it comes to steering and suspension, you want to catch small problems before they turn into big (and expensive) ones. You can count on Firestone Complete Auto Care’s trained technicians to inspect this system and, if needed, provide Volkswagen Golf R steering and suspension services including wheel alignment, strut replacement, power steering fluid changes, ball joint lubrication, and wheel bearing replacement. Components within your Volkswagen Golf R's steering system require regular maintenance.

Without routine Volkswagen Golf R maintenance, you could be feeling the heat on the road – literally! A malfunctioning A/C system or overheating engine can wreak havoc on your car. Our technicians have you covered there, too, with the tools and expertise to care for your entire Volkswagen Golf R cooling, heating, and climate control system. Need a new Volkswagen Golf R radiator? We got it. A/C smelling musty? We’re here to fix that, too. Firestone Complete Auto Care is your spot for 2012 Volkswagen Golf R maintenance.

Don’t wait until something goes wrong with your car. Visit your nearest location for proactive maintenance today.