This is not only a good time to make New Year’s resolutions for a better you but also for a better Toyota. Resolve to do a more consistent job of scheduling regular appointments for factory-recommended maintenance at Hiland Toyota in Moline, IL. That's a great way to get the new year started on the right foot. You can also give yourself something to look forward to by resolving to use your tax refund to get a new Toyota. Here are some New Year's resolutions to consider for 2024.
Resolution #1: Get regular oil changes
Whether you drive a Toyota RAV4, Toyota Camry, Corolla or Tacoma, it's important to get the oil changed regularly based on factory-recommended intervals. That means you should get your oil changed every 5,000 miles or at least once a year. If you drive in dusty, dirty conditions or you do a lot of city driving, you might need to get your oil changed more often.
The reason an oil change matters so much is because your Toyota’s engine is the most critical part of your car. Any engine can get infiltrated by microscopic invaders like dust, dirt and grime in the normal course of driving. Your motor oil cleans up all those unwanted guests but it eventually gets dirty and starts to lose its effectiveness. When we give you an oil change, we can flush out the old oil and fill your crankcase with fresh new synthetic oil. That will help your Toyota’s engine last longer and live up to Toyota’s reputation for reliability.
Resolution #2: Take good care of your tires
We recommend rotating your tires every time you get an oil change. By repositioning all four tires on your Toyota, we can help your tires wear more evenly and last longer. You can have us check the tread depth on your tires to see if you have enough depth to drive safely. If your tires are starting to wear out, we have some first-class tires in stock in a variety of price ranges and warranties and we'll be happy to install a complete set for you.
Resolution #3: Get your wheels aligned
Having your wheels properly aligned is another important part of good tire care. You can knock your wheels out of alignment simply by running over a big pothole or running into a curb too hard. When your wheels aren't properly aligned, it means your steering won't be as accurate and that can put your family at risk. Ask us to do an alignment check with every oil change and if you need an alignment, we can take care of that so you can drive more safely in the new year.
Resolution #4: Have us check your fluid levels
There are other fluids in addition to your motor oil that help lubricate and cleanse different areas of your Toyota. If you hear a high-pitched squeal when you steer, you might be running low on power steering fluid and we can add the amount you need while checking for fluid leaks. We can also check your brake fluid to help make sure you have enough to stop safely. Resolve to have us check the fluid in your windshield wiper reservoir so you can keep your windshield clean even when the local weather gets stormy.
Resolution #5: Let your tax refund help you get a better car
The average taxpayer will be getting a tax refund of around $3,000 this year. Rresolve to use that money toward the down payment on a new Toyota model like the Highlander or 4Runner. With a new Toyota, you'll be getting even more of that renowned Toyota reliability. We invite you to schedule an appointment for regular maintenance and think about using your tax refund for a new Toyota at Hiland Toyota in Moline, IL.
