Stohlman Service Tips
The Shocking Cost of Deferred Maintenance
With busy lives and hectic schedules, it is easy to put off basic vehicle maintenance. If you go past the factory recommended miles or time intervals for service your car may seem to be running just fine, but an unwelcome and costly surprise could be looming under your hood.
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| Cost of Regular Maintenance | Frequency | Repair & Replacement Costs |
|---|---|---|
| $30 Oil Change | 6 months or 5,000 miles | Over $4,000 |
| $140 Power Steering Fluid Exchange | 5 years or 60,000 miles | Over $2,000 |
| $240 Transmission Fluid Service | 12 months or 10,000 miles | Over $3,500 |
| $139 Brake System Fluid Exchange | 36 months or 36,000 miles | Over $1,000 |
As this chart shows, low cost vehicle maintenance is good insurance and far less expensive than repairs.
Don’t Learn the Hard Way
To help avoid the danger, inconvenience, and costly repairs from a breakdown, be sure to have the certified mechanics at Stohlman Volkswagen Service perform regularly scheduled maintenance on your vehicle.