VWPartsVortex Blog
Aug 17th
How To Replace A Volkswagen Starter
If Your VW Begins Experiencing Starter Issues, It May Be Time For A Replacement. Here’s How To Get The Job Done.
Aug 4th
Are OEM Or Aftermarket Starters Better?
The Design And Manufacturing Processes Differ Between OEM And Aftermarket Parts. Learn About The Differences And Why They Matter Here.
July 19th
How To Diagnose A Failing Starter
At Some Point, You're Going To Need To Replace The Battery On Your Car. Look To This Guide For All The Info You Need About VW Batteries.
July 11th
What's A Starter And Why Is It Important?
If Your Car Isn’t Starting, It Can Be Tempting To Blame The Issues On The Starter. Be Sure You Understand All About Your Starter Before You Start Troubleshooting.
June 10th
Volkswagen Battery Buyer's Guide
At Some Point, You're Going To Need To Replace The Battery On Your Car. Look To This Guide For All The Info You Need About VW Batteries.
May 30th
Are OEM VW Batteries Better Than Aftermarket?
All Car Batteries Wear Out And Will Eventually Need To Be Replaced. But What's The Best Option - Aftermarket Or OEM? Find Out Here.
May 16th
How To Diagnose A Failing Battery
The Battery Is An Easy Part To Troubleshoot On Your VW, And Even Easier To Replace Yourself – Here’s How.
April 21st
Volkswagen Key Fob Buyer's Guide
All Modern Volkswagens Come With Key Fobs. This Guide Will Help You Learn How To Replace, Repair And Use Your Key Fob.
April 15th
Are OEM VW Key Fobs Better Than Aftermarket?
Are You Wondering If Getting An OEM Key Fob For Your VW Is Worth It? Find Out Here.
March 18th
What Is A Key Fob And Why Is It Important?
The Key Fob Is A Transmitter That Allows You To Start Or Enter A Vehicle With The Key Nearby. Learn All About Them Here.
February 14th
OEM Jetta Parts List And Owner's Guide
It’s Important You Familiarize Yourself With Information And Resources On Maintaining Your Jetta – Read On For More Info.
January 24th
OEM GTI Parts List And Owner's Guide
The GTI Offers An Excellent Blend Of Performance And Affordability. Get The Most From Your GTI With This Parts And Accessory Guide.
January 3rd
Volkswagen Serpentine Belt Buyer's Guide
It's Important For You As A Car Owner To Know What A Serpentine Belt Is And What To Do If Your Belt Fails. This Guide Has All The Info You Need.
December 19th
Are OEM VW Serpentine Belts Better Than Aftermarket?
If You’re Trying To Decide Between Getting An OEM Or Aftermarket Serpentine Belt For Your Volkswagen This Comparison Guide Will Help You Make The Best Decision.
December 9th
How To Replace A Serpentine Belt In A VW Beetle
Replacing The Serpentine Belt Takes Only About An Hour Of Work If You’re Reasonably Handy With Some Basic Tools. More Details Here.
December 3rd
How To Diagnose A Failing Serpentine Belt
It's Important To Diagnose And Replace A Failing Serpentine Belt Before It Actually Fails And Causes Major Damage. We'll Show You How To Do That In This Post.
November 24th
What Is A Serpentine Belt And Why Is It Important?
A Serpentine Belt May Need Replacement Every Now And Then So It’s Important You Know A Bit About What It Does.
November 12th
Volkswagen A/C Parts Buyer's Guide
There Are Times When A/C System Maintenance Should Be Left To The Professionals. But, In Some Cases, You Can Maintain And Repair The System Yourself - Learn More Here.
October 29th
Are OEM VW Air Conditioning Parts Better Than Aftermarket?
Replacing A Part In Your Volkswagen's Air Conditioning System? You May Be Trying To Decide Between OEM And Aftermarket Parts – Learn Why OEM Is Always Better.
September 24th
VW Air Conditioning Troubleshooting Guide
If You're Experiencing Issues With Your VW A/C System, This Troubleshooting Guide May Help You.
September 14th
What Is The A/C Pressure Switch And Why Is It Important?
The Pressure Switch In Your Air Conditioning System Monitors Your Refrigerant Pressure, Which Is An Important Job. Learn More About It Here.
August 30th
What Is The A/C Compressor And Why Is It Important?
The Compressor Is The Heart Of Your Air Conditioning System. Learn About What It Does Here.
August 2nd
VW Engine Air Filter Buyer's Guide
Look To This Post To Find All The Information You Need About Volkswagen Engine Air Filters.
July 29th
Are OEM Volkswagen Air Filters Better Than Aftermarket?
If You Want Your Air Filter To Last As Long As Possible, OEM Is The Way To Go. Learn Why Here.
July 8th
How To Replace A Volkswagen Air Filter
It Takes 10 Or 15 Minutes To Replace An Air Filter In Your Volkswagen. Learn How To Do It Here.
July 5th
What Is An Engine Air Filter And Why Is It Important?
The Engine Air Filter May Seem Like A Simple Part, But It's Very Important To Your Engine's Health. Learn More About It Here.
June 3rd
How To Decode A Volkswagen VIN
Learn How To Decode Your VIN And Learn A Lot About Your Volkswagen.
May 6th
VW Wheel Buyer's Guide
Are You A Volkswagen Owner Who Wants To Know More About Wheels? We Got You.
May 3rd
Volkswagen Alloy Wheels Vs Steel Wheels
If You’re On The Fence Between Steel And Alloy VW Wheels, This Post May Help.
April 20th
Should I Replace One OEM Wheel Or Buy A Set Of Aftermarket Wheels?
Replacing A Damaged Wheel On Your VW? Learn Why An OEM VW Wheel Is The Best Product To Use.
March 23rd
Is It Cheaper To Repair Or Replace My VW Wheels?
Should You Repair Or Replace Your Damaged VW Wheel? We’ll Help You Reach A Decision With This Guide.
March 18th
Does Your Wheel Have A Leak? Here's How You Figure It Out.
If You Suspect You Have A Rim Leak, You Can Diagnose The Issue At Home – Here’s How.
February 28th
What Is A Wheel Center Cap And Why Is It Important?
The Wheel Center Cap A Simple Part That Serves An Important Purpose. Learn More About It Here.
February 22nd
How Easy Is It To Replace A Damaged Hood?
Not Sure If You Should Repair Or Replace Your Damaged VW Hood? This Article Can Help You Decide.
January 29th
Volkswagen Fender Buyer's Guide
Refer To This Buyer’s Guide To Find All The Information You Need To Know About VW Fenders.
January 12th
Fender With Dents? Should You Try Paintless Dent Repair Or Replace The Fender?
Dent Repair Is Sometimes Difficult. Here Are Two Repair Options You Should Consider Before Beginning.
January 1st
How To Make Sure Your Body Shop Only Uses OEM VW Parts
Most Insurance Companies Want To Save Money By Using Aftermarket Body Parts – Here’s Why That’s A Bad Idea.
December 22nd
Can You Replace A Fender Yourself?
Wondering If You Can Replace A Fender On Your VW Yourself? This Guide Can Help You With The Job.
December 17th
Should My Body Shop Use An OEM Fender Or Is Aftermarket OK?
Find Out Why OEM Replacement Fenders Offer More Value Than Their Aftermarket Counterparts.
November 30th
How To Replace A VW Fender
If You Have A Damaged VW Fender Or Fender Liner And Want To Replace It, This Guide Is For You.
November 13th
What Is A Fender And Why Is It Important?
The Fender Is An Exterior Body Part You Might Not Be Familiar With – Find Out Exactly What It Does Here.
October 28th
VW Center Cap Guide
Learn What Your Wheel Center Cap Is Made From And How To Change Them To Give Your VW An Updated Look.
October 26th
Oil Leak: Is It Your Drain Plug?
Trying To Figure Out What’s Causing Your Oil Leak? This Guide Will Help You Determine If It’s Your Drain Plug.
October 23rd
Rear Wiper Repair And Replacement
A Broken Rear Wiper Reduces Visibility And Is Dangerous For You And Others. Find Out How To Replace It Here.
August 31st
VW Windshield Wipers Buyer's Guide
Replacing The Wipers On Your Volkswagen Takes Only A Few Minutes – This Guide Has All The Info You Need.
July 29th
Are OEM VW Windshield Wipers Better Than Aftermarket?
Should You Buy OEM Or Aftermarket Wiper Blades? Read On To Find The Answer.
July 10th
How To Replace A VW Windshield Wiper
It’s Faster And Cheaper To Replace Your Windshield Wipers Yourself - And It Only Takes A Few Minutes. We’ll Walk You Through The Process Here.
July 6th
VW Ignition Coil Buyer's Guide
It’s Important To Understand Ignition Coils So You Can Recognize The Signs Of A Bad One If Replacement Becomes Necessary. Learn More Here.
July 3rd
Are OEM Volkswagen Ignition Coils Better Than Aftermarket?
If You’re Trying To Decide Between Getting OEM Or Aftermarket Coils, We’ll Help You Reach An Educated Decision With This Comparison Guide.
April 1st
How To Replace A VW Ignition Coil
The Ignition Coil Is A Part You Can Replace Yourself. This Tutorial Will Walk You Through The Process.
March 20th
How To Diagnose A Failing Ignition Coil
If You Suspect That An Ignition Coils Is Going, This Guide Will Help You Confirm It.
March 17th
What Is An Ignition Coil And Why Is It Important?
The Ignition Coil Ignition Takes Low Voltage Current From The Battery And Turns It Into High Voltage Current. Learn More About Its Job Here.
Feb 25th
Volkswagen Side Mirror Buyer's Guide
This Guide Provides All The Information You Need To Replace Or Repair Your Volkswagen Side Mirror.
Feb 1st
How To Replace A Volkswagen Side Mirror
Side Mirror Replacement Is A Job You Can Tackle Yourself. This Guide Will Take You Through The Process.
Jan 29th
Can I Just Replace My Side Mirror Glass?
Wondering If You Can Get Away With Replacing Only The Glass On Your VW Side Mirror? Find Out Here.
Jan 10th
Typical VW Side Mirror Replacement Costs
The Cost Of Replacing Your VW Side Mirror Can Vary Greatly. Here Are The Factors That Determine The Cost.
Dec 12th
Volkswagen Cabin Air Filter Buyer's Guide
As A Car Owner, It’s Important To Know A Bit About Cabin Air Filters. Here's A Guide To Fill You In.
Dec 9th
Are OEM VW Cabin Air Filters Better Than Aftermarket?
OEM Vs. Aftermarket Cabin Air Filters: Does It Even Matter Which Type You Get? Yes, And Here's Why.
Dec 6th
When To Replace A VW Cabin Air Filter
Wondering If Your VW's Cabin Air Filter Is Still Good? Read On To Find Out How You Can Know For Certain.