Our Value Added Oil Change Basic’s

Getting your oil changed at ToyoTechs is not just an oil change. We complete a full safety inspection on your vehicle from top to bottom and give you the real heads up as to what your vehicle needs now and what can wait till later.

Below are the maintenance safety checks that are performed at every value added oil change. If you have any specific questions concerning your vehicle as always please ask your service advisor.

1. All fluids are checked, including engine oil, power steering, brake and transmission as well as windshield washer solvent and antifreeze/coolant.
2. All hoses and belts checked, to make sure they are not cracked, brittle, frayed, loose or showing signs of excessive wear.
3. Brake system inspected including the brake pads, rotors and drums. (Have your brakes checked twice a year if you're a high mileage driver).
4. Exhaust system inspected for leaks, damage and broken supports or hangers. (Exhaust leaks should be corrected within a reasonable amount of time)
5. The steering and suspension system inspected including shock absorbers, struts and chassis parts such as ball joints, tie rod ends and other related components.
6. Tires checked, including tire pressure and tread. Tires inspected for bulges and bald spots.
7. 7. Wipers and lighting inspected so that you can see and be seen. We check that all exterior lighting is working properly and visual inspection of worn wiper blades so you can see clearly when driving during precipitation

Don't forget about our other shop Atlanta Hybrid Repair. AHR is equipped to handle all your Toyota and Lexus service needs. AHR is smaller so often it's easier to get an appointment. Gas powered and hybrids are welcome. Located at 5630 Peachtree Blvd. 1 mile away from the main shop across the street from Wendy’s and the Kia dealership. Call for appointment at 770-492-7437

Regular preventive maintenance is the best single thing you can do as a car owner to keep your car running safer, longer and save money on major repairs in the future

Question: Is Having Your Brakes Flushed Really Necessary ?

If you're like most drivers having your brakes flushed is one of the more frequently forgotten car maintenance services. Many of us don’t think about our vehicle’s brakes maintenance until they start squeaking or stop working. We usually think of a brake repair as replacing pads and rotors when in reality your brake system needs to be flushed periodically as part of your regular brake system maintenance.

Your vehicle’s brake system absorbs and retains moisture which turns the metal to rust and corrosion causing failure of internal brake system components. This leads to a compromised effectiveness and decreased stopping power.

If you look at the brake fluid in your car’s reservoir it should be clear with a yellowish hue. Brake fluid as it gets older will change to a deeper amber in color or perhaps brown and possibly blackish. This is absolutely when you need to have a brake fluid flush, before it leads to rust and corrosion problems within the braking system.

A good rule of thumb is to have your brakes flushed every 30,000 miles or every 2 years if you don’t drive a lot. Think of it this way, you wouldn’t skip changing your car’s engine oil, right ? Oil is the lifeblood of your engine as brake fluid is the lifeblood of your braking system.

With the potential of vehicle safety and brake system repairs that could cost many hundreds of dollars, the money spent on a brake flush is well worth the peace of mind.