2020 Volkswagen GTI Maintenance

You want your Volkswagen GTI to last as long as possible. With proactive maintenance, your GTI has a good chance of hitting 200,000 miles or more. But how do you know what service to get and when? It can be overwhelming, but fortunately, there’s a resource that takes the guesswork out of routine GTI maintenance. Rely on the recommended maintenance schedule that’s been created just for your 2020 Volkswagen GTI!

The recommended maintenance schedule is put together by Volkswagen, your vehicle manufacturer. Scheduled maintenance services can vary depending on driving conditions, climate, and other factors; in most cases, though, recommended maintenance will consist of services like oil changes, tire rotations, brake pad replacement, filter changes, and fluid checks and exchanges. Staying on track with routine service appointments can help your GTI perform better, increase your vehicle safety, and maybe even save you the headache of dealing with common 2020 Volkswagen GTI problems in the future.

Come to Firestone Complete Auto Care for manufacturer-recommended routine maintenance on your 2020 Volkswagen GTI and an expert technician will begin by performing a Courtesy Check. A Courtesy Check helps "set the stage" for your service and catch any small problems before they turn into big repairs. During a Courtesy Check, we’ll always check your battery, then we’ll move on to inspect your GTI’s head and tail lights, tires, fluid levels, alignment, and windshield wipers.

Could your 2020 Volkswagen GTI be ready for a new battery? If your current battery is more than three years old, it may be time for a replacement (batteries typically last somewhere between three and 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 GTI battery. Sure, you could wait until your battery is completely dead, but it’s a much wiser decision to replace it before you need to. Otherwise, your battery could die unexpectedly, leaving you and your GTI stranded. Your Volkswagen GTI could quickly go from being a trusty ride to a source of stress in a matter of minutes.

Staying on schedule for battery replacements and motor oil changes can help your 2020 Volkswagen GTI's engine run smoother. Reference the chart toward the top of the page if you're not sure about the optimal oil change intervals for your 2020 GTI. Don’t forget, though, that weather conditions in your area or your personal driving habits can affect this interval. A Firestone Complete Auto Care technician will be happy to help you determine the best oil change frequency for your car’s needs. Not sure what type of oil to use for your 2020 Volkswagen GTI? We can help with that, too!

Maintaining your Volkswagen GTI steering and suspension system can help you keep control of your vehicle at all times (plus, it can make for a smoother ride!). When it comes to steering and suspension, you want to catch small problems before they turn into big (and expensive) ones. Trust our technicians to inspect system components and if needed, provide Volkswagen GTI steering and suspension services including wheel alignment, strut replacement, power steering fluid changes, ball joint lubrication, and wheel bearing replacement. Prevent damage or premature wear and tear on your Volkswagen GTI's steering system with regular maintenance.

If you fall behind on routine Volkswagen GTI maintenance (or worse, don’t do it at all!), you (and your engine) could quickly lose your cool when there's a problem on the road–especially if that problem is an overheated engine or broken A/C. We can help you with all those issues. Our technicians have the knowledge and tools to repair and maintain the heating and cooling systems for your Volkswagen GTI’s engine, and we can service your A/C system, too. Is your Volkswagen GTI radiator in need of replacement? We can take care of that. A/C smelling musty? We'll fix it. Firestone Complete Auto Care is the place to go for 2020 Volkswagen GTI maintenance.

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