Wheel Alignment Maintenance - 2018 Volkswagen Passat

Schedule An Alignment for Your Volkswagen Passat

Keep your vehicle on the straight and narrow, and head to Firestone Complete Auto Care for your 2018 Volkswagen Passat wheel alignment. Schedule your alignment online now.

Why Is Volkswagen Passat Alignment Important?

With an alignment service, adjustments are made to your Volkswagen Passat’s suspension system, the connection between the vehicle and the wheels. When your car has an alignment service, your tire angles are adjusted according to measurements recommended by Volkswagen. Why? So that your tires can make contact with the road at the best possible angle. When your system is aligned to the measurements that Volkswagen specifies for your vehicle, all of your tires experience equal pressure. As a result, you get several benefits: your car handles better, the lifespan of your tires increases, and there’s less strain put on your car’s suspension system. Before we adjust the alignment of your 2018 Volkswagen Passat, we’ll start by checking the current alignment angles. If needed, we'll adjust your wheel alignment angles to match Volkswagen recommendations. We’ll make sure your tire pressure is at the correct level, too.

When to Get Volkswagen Passat Wheel Alignment

It’s wise to have your Volkswagen Passat alignment checked (and corrected as needed) roughly every 6,000 miles. Even a small misalignment can decrease your fuel efficiency, and over time can lead to premature wear and tear on your vehicle. You may need to have your alignment checked if you notice any of these signs while driving your 2018 Volkswagen Passat: a feeling that your car pulls to one side, rapid or uneven wear on one or more tires, a steering wheel that sits crooked while driving straight, or squealing tires. Unlike with other potential issues, you won’t see any dashboard warning lights in your Passat if your wheel alignment needs attention.

How Much Does an Alignment for Volkswagen Passat Cost?

Let’s talk numbers: Volkswagen Passat wheel alignment might be more budget-friendly than you think. Over the life of your car, it could help you save on overall costs. Properly aligned wheels may help increase fuel efficiency and tire lifespan, so you can fill up less often, plus get more miles out of your tires. Regular wheel alignment checks and adjustments could also cut down on future auto repairs. Call a nearby Firestone Complete Auto Care to get an estimate for 2018 Volkswagen Passat wheel alignment costs today.

Volkswagen Passat Alignment Questions

  • Why does my 2018 Volkswagen Passat steering feel different? Don’t wait until your alignment is really out-of-whack to get a professional alignment check. Stay safe and have your Passat alignment inspected and corrected as soon as you notice a sign of misaligned wheels.
  • What can knock my Volkswagen Passat out of alignment? Potholes and uneven roads can knock your car out of alignment, so stay aware of the road ahead and adjust your speed (or avoid these obstacles whenever it’s safely possible).
  • I just bought new Volkswagen Passat tires. Do I need an alignment? Protect your investment with a wheel alignment. No one wants to replace tires sooner than necessary. Help your new tires wear evenly from day one, with a wheel alignment.
  • How often does your Passat need a wheel alignment? Typically, your alignment should be checked every 6,000 miles or 6 months, whichever comes first. Double-check your Passat owner’s manual for Volkswagen's exact recommended schedule.
  • Does getting new Passat tires mean you need an alignment? It’s likely not a requirement to get an alignment when you install new tires on your Passat, but it's a smart idea to do so anyway. An alignment can help ensure even tire wear, smooth handling, and better fuel efficiency.
  • Who does Passat wheel alignments near me? Turn to Firestone Complete Auto Care for Passat wheel alignments near you. Head to one of our alignment shops today!
  • Can an alignment solve my Passat’s crooked steering wheel? If your Passat steering wheel is crooked when you’re on a straight road, a wheel alignment is typically all you need to fix it. Misaligned wheels can cause your Passat to pull to the side, which can also affect the steering wheel's positioning.

2018 Volkswagen Passat Repair Service

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