Name: German Car Service
Address: 6215 Martin Way E, Lacey, WA, 98516, United States
Telephone: (360) 491-6443

2013 Volkswagen GTI
Mileage
124,371
Service Date
10/16/2024
Services Performed
The technician confirmed the customer's concern regarding the passenger side window not rolling up. After conducting tests, it was determined that the window motor is faulty. The technician recommends replacing the window motor as the first step. They were able to bypass the motor to get the window to roll up, but noted that the window may fall down since the regulator is not holding when the motor is inactive. Additionally, the technician suggests that the vehicle may require other services due to its history and mileage. An exhaust leak has been identified that needs further diagnosis, and there is also evidence of oil seepage around the engine compartment that requires attention.
MULTIPOINT INSPECTION
TEST DRIVE
MAHOGANY C. gave our service a 5 star review on 10/18/2024
2013 Volkswagen Jetta
Mileage
162,951
Service Date
3/5/2024
Services Performed
DIAGNOSE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT
31 INSPECTION
Purge Valve – REMOVE AND REPLACE
Drive Belt KIT – REMOVE AND REPLACE
TEST DRIVE
Natalie H. gave our service a 5 star review on 3/7/2024
2017 Volkswagen Beetle
Mileage
68,696
Service Date
1/9/2024
Services Performed
CUSTOMER STATES P/S IS NOT WORKING CHECK AND ADVISE.
CABIN AIR FILTER – Remove & Replace
ALTERNATOR ASSEMBLY – Remove & Replace –
ADDITIONAL TIME – FUSE
PERFORM LUBE, OIL, AND FILTER CHANGE
PERFORM MULTIPOINT INSPECTION
BRAKE FLUID FLUSH-ALL 4 WHEELS
SPARK PLUGS – Remove & Replace
TEST DRIVE
AUDREY Q. gave our service a 5 star review on 1/11/2024
2013 Volkswagen Jetta
Mileage
136,304
Service Date
1/13/2023
Services Performed
Confirm customers concern, warm air coming out of the vents very slightly. Tested proper operations of HVAC, recirculation and Tumblr flaps/mixture door actuation and operations. All are working properly at this time. Thermostat is properly opening and closing. Confirm operations. Pressure test cooling system and found no leaks. Vehicle held 15 psi for 15 minutes. Found coolant quality type to be just water and no coolant. Tech notes this plays a major role in heating/cooling operations of engine and heat components. At this time technician is recommending a coolant flush and putting proper coolant in the cooling system and retest.
Technician was able to do coolant flush Successfully eliminated all air pocket in the system, at this time temperature is at spec. Technician recommends to monitor system if symptoms return we will need more time to diagnose
TEST DRIVE
31 INSPECTION
FLOID P. gave our service a 5 star review on 1/15/2023
2019 Volkswagen Golf R
Mileage
44,727
Service Date
9/13/2022
Services Performed
Standard Maintenance (every 20,000 miles) includes All Minor Maintenance Items. Extended Maintenance occurs every 40,000 miles. BATTERY – CHECK – [Battery: Check (and second battery if applicable).] BODY COMPONENTS – INSPECT – [Body Interior and Exterior – Check for corrosion.] BRAKE FLUID LEVEL – INSPECT – [Inspect brake system and shock absorber for leaks and damage, check thickness of brake pads, brake disc condition front and rear. Look for contact pattern and corrosion of brake discs, and check brake fluid level subject to abrasion.] BRAKE PADS – INSPECT – [(front and rear) – Check thickness and brake disc condition. Look for contact pattern and corrosion of brake discs.] BRAKE SYSTEM – INSPECT – [Check for leaks and damage. Coil Springs and Shock Absorbers (front and rear) – Check for damage.] COOLING SYSTEM – INSPECT – [Check level and frost protection] ENGINE – INSPECT – [Inspect engine compartment components – Check for leaks and damage. Check related components including transmission, final drive, and drive axle boots for leaks and damage] EXHAUST SYSTEM – INSPECT – [Check for leaks and damage.] HORN OPERATION – INSPECT – [Check function.] LIGHTING SYSTEM – INSPECT – [Inspect Exterior Lighting – Check function of front and rear lights, headlights (adjust if necessary), automatic headlights (if applicable), turn signals, cornering lights, and hazard warning lights.] LIGHTS & CONTROLS – INSPECT – [Interior Lighting – Check function of glove box lights, cigarette lighter/power outlets, luggage compartment, and all warning lights.] RIBBED BELT GUIDE ROLLERS – INSPECT – [Check condition.] SUNROOF RAILS – INSPECT – [Sunroof, Panoramic Sliding (if applicable) – Check function. Sunroof, Non-Panoramic Sliding (if applicable) – Check function and clean then lubricate guide rails with special lubricant.] SUSPENSION & STEERING COMPONENTS – INSPECT – [Suspension and Steering – Check ball joints, wheel bearings, drive axles, coupling rods, tie rod ends, and stabilizer bar rubber bushings for damage and excessive play.] TIRE PRESSURE – INSPECT – [Tire Pressure Monitoring System – Calibrate to correct tire pressure settings.] TRAILER TOW HITCH – INSPECT – [Removable Trailer Hitch – Check function and inspect for damage.] UNDERBODY CONTACT POINTS & LINKAGE – INSPECT – [Check underbody protection, underbody trim panels, wire routing, and plugs for damage.] WINDSHIELD WIPER & WASHER SYSTEMS – INSPECT – [Inspect windshield washer, headlight cleaning system, and wiper blades: Check for damage and function. Check fluid level and add if necessary. Check function and adjust spray nozzle if necessary, fluid level, and freeze protection.] CABIN AIR FILTER – REPLACE – Dust and pollen filter – [Replace every 40,000 miles or 24 months, whichever occurs first.] ENGINE OIL – REPLACE ENGINE OIL FILTER – REPLACE SPARK PLUGS – REPLACE – [Replace every 40,000 miles (60,000 kilometers) or 48 months, whichever occurs first.] SERVICE INTERVAL INDICATOR/DISPLAY – RESET VEHICLE – TEST – [Test Drive – Check braking, kickdown, steering, electrical, heating/ventilation systems, air conditioning, handling, and parking brake.]
-Rear brakes are at 3.5mm. Recommending replacement in near future.
DANIEL A. gave our service a 5 star review on 9/24/2022
2008 Volkswagen Passat
Mileage
86,743
Service Date
8/29/2022
Services Performed
-Pressure tested system. -Confirmed main coolant leak coming from thermostat and water pump housing. -Recommending replacing water pump and thermostat assembly with related parts as first step then checking for any additional leaks that can not be confirmed at this time. -Customer declined repairs. -German Car Service does not recommend driving vehicle in this condition. Severe engine damage may occur.
-Service due message on. Recommending service. -Based on mileage, vehicle is due for spark plug replacement, transmission service and a brake fluid flush.
TEST DRIVE
ANDREW C. gave our service a 5 star review on 8/30/2022
2005 Volkswagen New Beetle
Mileage
152,589
Service Date
7/19/2022
Services Performed
REMOVE BROKEN BOLT USED FOR ATTACHING SKID PLATE, REPAIR AND REATTACH.
DEBORAH E. gave our service a 5 star review on 7/22/2022
2014 Volkswagen Passat
Mileage
93,208
Service Date
3/22/2022
Services Performed
-Pressure tested cooling system. -Inspected and found radiator leaking. -Recommending radiator replacement as first step then recheck system for any additional leaks.
RADIATOR – Remove & Replace – 1.8L Eng
COOLING SYSTEM – Bleed
-Tire Pressure Monitoring System light on. Recommending diagnosis.
AVORY N. gave our service a 5 star review on 3/22/2022
2016 Volkswagen Jetta
Mileage
54,925
Service Date
11/29/2021
Services Performed
PERFORM LUBE, OIL, AND FILTER CHANGE
-Front brakes are at 12mm. -Rear brakes are at 6mm. -Slight squeak noticed due to rust and scoring of rotors. No safety concern found. Recommending brake replacement when more wear has occurred. -Spark plug replacement due at 60k miles.
TEST DRIVE
MIRANDA J. gave our service a 5 star review on 11/29/2021
2005 Volkswagen New Beetle
Mileage
146,929
Service Date
10/18/2021
Services Performed
-NO WARRANTY on customer supplied parts. -Found left side tail light hard wired to right side tail light. -Traced problem to fuse #23 being burnt out, causing factory wiring to not work. -Removed all non OEM wiring and rewired correctly using the OEM harness. -Replaced fuse and found all lights working at this time. -Turn signals are flashing fast due to LED bulbs being used. LED bulbs do not carry the same current as an OEM bulb, tricking the car to think a light bulb is out. Fast flashing is used as a warning that a bulb is out. Recommending reverting to OEM bulbs. -Replaced tail light with customer supplied part due to original light housing being broken. -Recommending replacing housing and plug for passenger side light due to damage.
DEBORAH E. gave our service a 5 star review on 10/20/2021

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