COLD WEATHER IS COMING ! Winter weather in SC is unpredictable with our recent cool mornings & hot afternoons. But don’t let Mother Nature fool you ! Cold temps are right around the corner and DO affect your VW or Audi including: Battery will not start the car due to effects of extreme summer heat […]
Month: October 2023
VOLKSWAGEN IS OUR SPECIALTY !
VOLKSWAGEN IS OUR SPECIALTY VOLKSWAGEN …..Drive it, Maintain it, Love it ! Das Autohaus in Lexington, SC 29073 specializes in Volkswagen service / maintenance and repair. Let us take care of your VW the way that we take care of ours ! Call 803-520-8523 to schedule an appointment.
FOLLOW THE FACTORY MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
FOLLOW THE FACTORY MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Are you proactive or reactive regarding your Volkswagen or Audi vehicle ? There is definitely a place for both types of import vehicle owners but in the long run, being proactive about car maintenance WILL save you money. Failure to follow the manufacturer’s recommended maintenance for your VW or Audi […]
ADDING OIL TO YOUR VW / AUDI ?
ADDING OIL TO YOUR VW OR AUDI ? Are you adding engine oil between maintenance services because the oil light came up on the dash of your VW or Audi ? You may have a Check Engine Light or even an EPC light illuminate on the dash. These are definitely NOT lights that you want […]
OIL CHANGE INTERVAL
OIL CHANGE INTERVAL How often do you have the oil changed in your VW or Audi ? Your owner’s manual tells you to change the oil and filter every 10,000 miles BUT we believe that every 5,000 miles is much better long-term for your engine. Here’s why: – continuous extended-interval oil services (10k) can lead […]
BREATHE EASIER
BREATHE EASIER The air filter in your Volkswagen or Audi may be small but it plays a BIG part in your engine’s health. It keeps out debris, dirt and other contaminants and helps ensure that your engine and cabin compartment air is clean. A clogged air filter will not allow your engine to breathe properly […]
SUNROOF LEAKS
SUNROOF LEAKS Rainy days remind us of VW and Audi sunroofs. Don’t forget to clean your sunroof drains and the debris that may get into the track and cassette area. Those tiny particles can clog your sunroof drain, which backs up and will cause a water stain on your headliner. Das Autohaus in Lexington, […]
OIL ON SPARK PLUGS
OIL ON SPARK PLUGS We recently had an Audi client with engine misfires and an EPC light on the dash. One of the issues that we noted on our client’s vehicle was oil on the spark plugs, which is an indication of other things going on within the engine. Spark plugs require 3 things to […]
COOLANT LIGHT
COOLANT LIGHT Nobody wants a light on the dash of their VW or Audi, especially a flashing red coolant light. If you notice a fluctuation in the coolant level of your vehicle or the temperature of your engine, it’s time to get your Volkswagen or Audi checked out. It may be a simple hose or […]
WINDSHIELD WIPERS
WINDSHIELD WIPERS How old are your windshield wiper blades ? Wiper blades are often forgotten about …. Until you get caught in a heavy downpour and your wipers cannot clear the windshield of rain. As we head into winter storms and rainy season, make sure that the windshield wiper blades on your Volkswagen or Audi […]