Complete Auto Service in Amherst, OH

Our Volkswagen Service Center in Amherst is your go-to resource when you need routine maintenance, major or minor auto services or customization work. With a team of ASE-certified technicians, we are pleased to work out of a state-of-the-art service center and offer premium customer service in addition to auto repairs.

One of our specialties is routine maintenance that includes oil and filter changes and tire rotations. Regardless of your make or model, the team at our VW service center is here to help. Contact us today to learn more about our oil and filter change services or schedule service conveniently online.

What is Oil and Filter Change Service?

Whether you drive a high-performing sports car or a fuel-efficient sedan, routine maintenance is absolutely necessary to ensure maximum performance on the road. Your vehicle’s engine thrives on engine oil that is clean and free from dirt and debris because it provides the lubrication that all working parts need to operate.

When you stop in for oil and filter change at our VW service center, our team will first check the amount of oil that you currently have. Then, we will remote the oil, inspect the oil drain pan and oil drain plug before adding fresh engine oil.

Oil and filter change service is important because over time, when your vehicle is exposed to heat or harsh weather, the motor oil breaks down and becomes too thick to properly lubricate the working parts of the engine. Dirt, debris and particles can negatively impact the engine, as well as the oil pan.

When your oil is dirty and thick, this can affect not only performance, but also fuel efficiency. Although you may check the oil level on a regular basis, knowing the right time to schedule auto service at our Volkswagen service center is just as important. Most vehicles require oil and filter change every 3,000 miles; however, some manufacturers recommend oil and filter change service every 10,000 to 12,000 miles.

The team at our VW service department will help determine the best timeline for routine maintenance as recommended by your manufacturer (and detailed in your owner’s manual), when you stop in to discuss auto services you need.

What are the Benefits of Routine Maintenance?

Most importantly, staying on top of a service schedule is essential so that your vehicle performs as it should. However, replacing the oil and removing the filter during scheduled maintenance can also help you to avoid costly repairs in the future.

Our Volkswagen Service Center team is here to share the benefits of oil and filter changes:

• Routine maintenance helps to prevent expensive repairs in the future. When oil breaks down, it loses its viscosity, as well as its ability to lubricate the engine parts. During auto service, our VW service center team will remove sludgy oil that has started to block the flow to parts that need lubrication. Once fresh oil is added, this helps to draw dirt particles and debris away from the working parts of your engine, which can ward off costly repairs at our Volkswagen service center.
• Routine maintenance helps to boost gas mileage and engine performance. If you wait too long to schedule oil and filter changes, you’ll likely notice that the dirty oil affects how your vehicle performs. Some of the most common symptoms are a decrease in fuel economy. You may also notice that when you have dirty oil, the horsepower decreases.

What Type of Oil and Filter Change Do I Need?

Our Volkswagen service center team offers a variety of auto services and oil and filter changes. Depending upon your vehicle, you may require different types of oil when scheduling service at our VW service center.

Regular Oil, also known as conventional oil, is the most common type of oil and filter change. Conventional oil is ideal for vehicles that have low miles, are classified as light-duty and are newer in design.

Full Synthetic Oil is recommended for high-performance vehicles that need the most lubrication for engine parts. This type of motor oil has more power to resist oxidation and thermal breakdown because of its high viscosity. This type of motor oil is ideal for boosting engine performance and improving fuel economy.

A Synthetic Blend is a tad bit more affordable than full synthetic oil and offers many of the same benefits. However, this type of oil is a blend of full synthetic and conventional with additives to resist oxidation.

High mileage motor oil is recommended for vehicles that have more than 75,000 miles. High mileage oil works to minimize leaks in older vehicles, reduce smoke and emissions and reduces how much oil your vehicle consumes.

How Do I Schedule Auto Services?

It’s easier than ever to schedule routine maintenance and oil and filter changes at our Volkswagen Service Center. Contact our team or access our online service scheduling platform to choose the best day and time for auto services. We also offer premium monthly service specials to help you save on routine maintenance and auto services.