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At Honolulu Volkswagen we want you to be educated about your cooling system so that you can stay safe while driving on the road and know when to bring your vehicle to us in Honolulu for service.

The cooling system is based on these key parts:

• Thermostat
• Radiator
• Radiator hoses
• Radiator cap
• Water pump

Signs That You Need a Coolant Service

The first and most obvious sign that you need a coolant system service is if your car's engine overheats. These are the typical reasons for overheating:

• Coolant leaking from radiator or hose
• Water pump failure
• Thermostat failure
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There are a lot of myths surrounding motor oil. The professionals at Honolulu Volkswagen want our valued customers to be an informed vehicle owner and to understand how to debunk these myths.

One of the most common fallacies is that you need to get your oil changed every 3,000 miles. While this may be true for some older vehicles, other cars may require it less often. To be sure, you should always check your owner's manual for the information that is specific to your vehicle.

Some owners also believe that they do not need to change their oil…

Fuel economy is extremely important today with gas prices constantly jumping up and down. At Honolulu Volkswagen, we want you to be as informed as possible on how to be fuel-efficient. If you now have a teen driver in your home, you may want to share some fuel economy tips that you can pass along to them.
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