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When it comes to owning a vehicle, maintaining the engine is vital to ensure that it can continue to operate well. Over time, engines suffer from wear and tear as they're used, which can make it difficult to have a reliable mode of transportation. If you want to be aware of potential problems that can develop, there are a few signs of engine trouble that can occur.

The timing belt is a vital part of your Volkswagen engine. This simple part keeps the camshaft and crankshaft rotations in sync, which, in turn, allows your engine valves to open and close at the right times. Read on to find out how you can tell when this vital part needs to be changed.

When it comes to getting the best gas mileage and fuel economy, there has been so much information that it can become desensitizing. With every car commercial on television, there is typically bombarding information regarding fuel economy and the statistics on efficiency ratings; however, all of the information is for an excellent reason. All of the information about highly fuel-efficient cars is being saturated to the consumer to save the environment, and the planet, as well as to preserve consumers money at the gas pump.

Check out this handy how-to video from Volkswagen detailing how to check your car’s engine coolant. Click "Read more" to continue.

3 Reasons Why You Should Never Replace Your Windshield Washer Fluid with Water

No matter the season, you probably know the importance of keeping your car's windshield washer fluid full. However, in an attempt to save money, you may think that filling the receptacle with water is just as good as using a store-bought fluid. If so, you should reconsider this line of thinking, as there are three reasons why you should never replace your windshield washer fluid with water.

Whether there's a blowout or a standard rotation in order, changing your vehicle's tires is a skill that should be practiced on a regular basis. There's no reason why you can't learn this skill with just a few pointers. It's a relatively simple process that can take less than 15 or 20 minutes to complete. Follow these guidelines to properly change a tire.

Learn how to check your engine oil with this simple and quick instructional video!

Whether it’s minor rumbling or harsh vibration, shaking at low or high speeds, or shimmies that only occur when you brake, all that shuddering can be incredibly annoying and it may indicate a problem that should be looked at sooner than later.

The news regarding Volkswagen’s U.S. emissions infraction has had a deep effect on all of us here at Camelback VW. We were incredibly saddened to hear the news, but are glad to report that Volkswagen corporate has further stepped up its efforts to assist customers who’ve been impacted by the situation.