Hybrid cars, like your Toyota, combine the power of combustion engines and electric motors. This means you’re driving an environmentally friendly car that doesn’t just burn less gas but is also cheaper to maintain. To save money every time you hit the road, follow these great Toyota hybrid maintenance tips from your Toyota dealer.
Drive Your Car Regularly
The high-voltage battery pack stores energy from the engine and regenerative braking system. The car battery supplies power to the electrical system. Regularly driving your hybrid for a few miles will help maintain a proper charge.
Look After Both Your Batteries
Taking care of both your hybrid and car batteries will keep them in top condition and make them last longer. Check your hybrid’s owner’s manual for the recommended maintenance intervals for both these batteries and stick to them. Our certified technicians will expertly handle all the necessary battery inspections and tests to make sure both batteries work perfectly and won’t let you down.
Don’t Forget Your Engine
Taking care of your hybrid’s engine is still a very important part of maintenance. Even though your hybrid uses less oil, your engine will still need proper lubrication to minimize the wear. Check the oil level regularly and change the oil and the filter at the intervals recommended by Toyota to keep contaminants out and your engine clean.
Change the Air Filters
Your hybrid has an engine air filter and a fan filter for the air-cooled hybrid battery pack. The engine air filter keeps dust and dirt away from the engine, but when the filter gets dirty and clogged, your engine works harder and burns more gas. The fan filter keeps the battery cool and clean. By regularly replacing these filters, your battery and engine will last much longer.
Check Your Brakes Regularly
The regenerative braking system not only helps slow down your car but also recharges the hybrid battery. Even though hybrid brakes tend to last longer, they still need regular check-ups. Ask your Toyota technician, who knows and understands the regenerative braking system, to inspect your brakes regularly for your safety.
Inspect and Rotate Your Tires
Make a habit of inspecting your tires regularly for wear and damage, maintaining the correct pressure levels, and rotating them every time your car comes for an oil change. Hybrids have particular tire needs, so check your owner’s manual for details and talk to us about the best tires for your car.
Follow these tips and count on our certified Toyota technicians to keep your hybrid running at its best. For expert hybrid services, swing by Toyota of Kingsport, TN, today. Our team will answer all your hybrid questions and help you keep your Toyota in top shape.
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