Re: Warranty Question for 97 Jetta GLX ...

[David Mathias <dmath@cis.ohio-state.edu>]

On Thu, 4 Dec 1997 Warren.Gleich@marcam.com wrote:

>      Hey folks ...
>      
>      My wifes 97 Jetta GLX has just passed the 15000 mile mark.   I called 
>      to make an appointment for the maintenance.  Well, I was under the 
>      understanding the all maintenance is covered for 2 years/24000 miles.  
>      The dealer says VW does not show and oil change at 15000 miles.  Any 
>      input would be appreciated.  I have not had a chance to check the 
>      owners manual.
>      


Actually, this is correct.  For 97 VW changed the intervals.  The
services now occur at 5000, 10000 and 20000 miles.  Of course,
it would have been nice if the dealer had told you this rather
than just saying that there is no 15000 mile maintenance.

David