1) "Check List" before leaving on a long trip:
- Is the vehicle servicing up to date?
- Tyres & tyre pressure.
- Spare wheel, lock nut, wheel spanner & jack.
- Lights.
- Engine fluid levels.
- Wipers.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Q When should the cambelt be replaced?
A We recommend that the cambelt should be replaced at 90 000 kms on al models.
Q Can I take my vehicle to any panel beater?
A No. It has to be a Volkswagen approved panel beater / MBR (Motor body repairer)
- see our VWSA Approved Body Repair Centres list.
Some of our vehicles have a 10 year paint warranty.
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Did you know that anti-freeze should be renewed every 24 months as it:
- lubricates the water pump
- prevents scaling of the cooling system
- lowers the boiling point of the radiator coolant
- prevents freezing in winter
- prolongs engine life
- enables the engine to reach operating temperatures quicker for more efficient fuel consumption
Top 10 tips for happy summer motoring
- Make sure your car is serviced regularly. Check your service book as it is its all too easy to overlook the service date.
- Check your headlights and indicators for cracks and missing glass or plastic. Keep the lights clean.
- Check your wiper blades for wear or splitting. Make sure there’s enough window washer fluid.
- Check oil and water levels and top up if necessary.
- Check battery connections – they must be tight and free of corrosion.
- Check that the tension of the fanbelt is right and that it’s in good condition – adjust or replace as required.
- Check the condition of your tyres, including the spare, plus tyre pressure and legal tread depth.
- Inspect the jack and wheel brace, and make sure you are confident using them.
- Inspect car keys / remote for wear and general condition, replace if necessary. Make sure you have a spare set in a safe place.
- If in doubt about any of these key points, call your nearest McCarthy VW dealership. We are always happy to help.
