May 15, 2025
Bay City Service Center

Prepare Your Volkswagen for Late Spring & Throughout Summer

The Thelen VW Service Center in Bay City, MI, wants you to be ready for the upcoming temperature increase and more demanding driving conditions that your family cruiser will be subjected to as we progress into 2025. This transitional period of the year, as we reach the end of spring and are headed into summer, is an excellent time to get your vehicle prepared for the upcoming challenges. Let our knowledgeable mid-Michigan technicians take the time to thoroughly work on your vehicle to make sure it is ready to provide that superior everyday driving experience you love. Call our Service Center today at 989-402-5847 to schedule an appointment!

Recommended Services to Consider for the Upcoming Heat

Climate Control System Maintenance – Keeping yourself and your family cooled off as summer hits mid-Michigan is paramount to providing the comfortable and entertaining adventuring you plan on experiencing this year. Specific services that we can provide to help bolster your climate control system this summer include recharging your refrigerant levels and performing a check for leaks. We also recommend having the cabin air filter replaced to help improve airflow through the system for more efficient operation. 

Battery Test and/or Replacement – With the increased demand for your battery through the vehicle’s climate control system and other interior amenities, the battery in your Volkswagen needs to be ready to handle it without worrying about failure. Therefore, we encourage you to have it tested for charge and overall performance. However, we are also eager to provide a replacement immediately if you have been driving on the same battery for a long time or notice signs of damage, such as corrosion or visible cracking. 

Fluid Changes & Fill-ups – From oil to coolant, having all your vital vehicle fluids changed or otherwise topped off will ensure you have peak functionality as you make your way through the hottest part of the year. This is especially true if you haven’t had these serviced in a long time, or perhaps have recently had a corresponding light appear on your dashboard to signal that the change is needed. You can trust that the fluids we use in our services are recommended by Volkswagen for peak performance retention and part longevity.