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Driving is an immensely helpful task that gets us almost anywhere we want to go. Without the power of four wheels and an engine, who knows what we would do. But, what if you could move more than just yourself, passengers, and what fits in your trunk? In comes Toyota towing! Having towing accessories equipped on your vehicle opens up a world of possibility when it comes to transporting cargo and other things during your commute or lengthy road trip. As good as it sounds, there's a whole world to consider when it comes to towing and Toyota of Clermont is here to help you make sense of it all. Check it out right here! The Ins and Outs of Toyota Towing While your Clermont Toyota truck, like the Toyota Tacoma and Tundra, might be equipped with standard Toyota towing accessories, you can always outfit other vehicles with aftermarket towing equipment. Before you get started on your towing adventure, here are some tips and factors to consider: 1) Start By Knowing How Much You Can Tow Toyota towing is extremely useful, but you're limited by how much you can tow depending on the vehicle you drive. For example, a Toyota 4Runner outfitted with towing accessories will be able to two several thousand pounds while the Tundra can tow up to 10,000 pounds. Before you hitch something to your tow kit, make sure you know just how much your ride can handle. Terms like base curb weight (the weight of your Clermont Toyota vehicle), cargo weight (weight of passengers and anything in your trunk), allowable payload (maximum weight a vehicle can carry) will be important in determining how much your car can handle. 2) Mirrors, Mirrors, Mirrors Most of the time we enjoy the luxury of being able to see out the rear windshield of our Clermont Toyota car. But, with Toyota towing accessories and a trailer in tow, your visibility from behind is all but gone. Before you tow anything, make sure your ride is equipped with mirrors that can improve your visibility as much as possible. 3) Practice Braking with Toyota Towing Equipment Braking in your Clermont Toyota car is one thing. Once you start to add Toyota towing equipment braking becomes much more challenging. The weight from behind your vehicle will continue to move forward even as you apply the brakes. Before you drive anywhere, try practicing braking and synchronizing with the movement of whatever you have in tow. Give yourself more space to come to a complete stop and read traffic to anticipate sudden stops. 4) Make Sure You Have the Right Toyota Towing Hitch Whether your vehicle comes equipped with standard towing equipment or you had aftermarket equipment installed, you need to make sure your equipment is up to tow what you want it to. Toyota towing hitches can be categorized into weight carrying and weight distributing. Carrying hitches are recommended for towing weight with a combined cargo and trailer load of 3,500 pounds while weight distributing is for heavier loads. Brush up on the specs of the Clermont Toyota towing equipment you're using so as to not overexert it and damage your ride. Have more questions about Toyota towing or want to install a tow hitch on your car? Toyota of Clermont is here to help! Visit us at 16851 State Road 50 today.

Everyone knows how important the car battery is to performance. Without it, you wouldn't be able to start your car OR keep it running. However, in order to get you where you need to go, your battery has to use a tremendous amount of power... and it can't do it alone. That's where your car alternator comes in! Your car alternator is responsible for recycling power while your car is in motion so that it can charge the battery and keep it from draining. Without a working car alternator, you'll find your battery dies pretty quickly, leaving you stranded. That's why it's essential that you're able to spot alternator problems before they become bigger issues, and Toyota of Clermont's expert service techs are here to tell you how. Use our handy checklist to figure out if it's time to schedule auto repairs. Six signs you need to visit Toyota of Clermont for repairs 1. Your car alternator light is on. There's a warning light for this essential part in some cars; it's usually shaped like a car battery and will say ALT or GEN underneath. If it illuminates, then you need to schedule Clermont auto service to get things taken care of and get you back out on the road. The car battery light is another good indicator that you're having issues with this VIP part, so don't delay diagnosing the problem! 2. You notice that your lights are dimmer than usual. Are your car's interior and exterior lights dimmer than usual? Or maybe you start your vehicle and they're nice and bright, but as you drive they start to get dimmer? Not only is this dangerous for you and other drivers, it's also a sign that your car needs alternator repairs ASAP. Remember, this part helps power the electrical system of the car so when your lights dim, that system isn't getting the juice it needs to work properly. 3. Your car won't start properly. If you're having trouble getting your car started or it's dead altogether and you KNOW you have (or at least, had) a good battery, your car alternator is likely the issue. If it's not working, it's not recharging your battery, which means that battery is going to drain fairly quickly. Let Toyota of Clermont take a peek under the hood. 4. You hear odd noises coming from the engine. If you hear weird noises like grinding or whining noises, it can be an indication of an issue with this important part. The car alternator has a lot of moving pieces and when one of them breaks, it can cause a cacophony of noise under the hood. Combine this with any of the other signs in this list, and you need auto repairs, stat. 5. You smell "electrical fire" smell. Your car alternator works in conjunction with belts to stay in motion. If the belts aren't working properly, they can create excess friction and in turn, make that "electrical fire" smell because of the heat. Call our Clermont auto service center to pinpoint the problem and fix it. 6. You can see a broken belt inside the engine bay. If you can actually see a broken belt inside of your engine bay, it's time to visit us for repairs! Without working belts, this essential auto part is going nowhere fast. Let us fix your car alternator today Need to schedule repairs? Call Toyota of Clermont today at (352) 404-7001. You can also stop by for repairs and service at 16851 State Road 50, just west of the Florida Turnpike.

Do you have a stubborn sticker on your vehicle that you've been meaning to get rid of? Unfortunately, it's not as simple as just peeling it off (usually). Stickers require a little more elbow grease to remove from your car, especially if it's on the paint - you don't want to damage your vehicle's paint job and end up in the body shop. Toyota of Clermont is here with 5 quick car care tips to help you remove pesky stickers and leave your car looking like-new! Toyota of Clermont can help you remove stubborn stickers Tip #1: Try heat Did you know that using a hair dryer can actually make a sticker a lot easier to remove? Plug your hair dryer into an extension cord and bring it out to your vehicle. You'll want to hold it close to the sticker for about a minute; this will help melt the adhesive and make it softer so it's easier to peel. Pull up a corner of the sticker and from there, peel. Our Clermont car care techs recommend using a rubber spatula to help peel the entire sticker off of the paint. Tip #2: Try cold On the other hand, extreme cold can also help you get rid of stubborn sticker on your Clermont Toyota. Hold an ice cube on the sticker for a minute or two; then, choose a corner and get to work. This method may require you to use a credit card or a razor blade, so it's best reserved for stickers on glass. You never want to use a razor blade on any painted surface of your vehicle - it can do major damage to the paint. If you're using a razor blade on glass, our Clermont car care techs recommend you choose a dull one and hold it at an angle to avoid any scratches. Tip #3: Try Goo Gone The whole purpose of Goo Gone is to remove stubborn stickiness, so it's a great way to get a sticker off of your car. Pour it over the sticker and let it sit for a few minutes, then start to peel. You can use more Goo Gone to remove any residue left on your vehicle. Tip #4: Rubbing alcohol Rubbing alcohol will actually break up the adhesive on the back of the sticker and make it easier to remove (and will also get rid of any residue left on your Clermont Toyota). Soak the sticker with alcohol, let it sit, and then peel. Tip #5: White vinegar White vinegar offers similar results to rubbing alcohol but without the chemicals. If you want to go this more natural route, you should soak a sponge in white vinegar and hold it over the sticker for 60-90 seconds before starting to peel. Let our car care experts help you out! And a word to the wise - if you put more stickers on your vehicle, our car care experts recommend that you only place them on glass. It's easier to remove them from this surface, and you won't damage your car's paint. Have questions? Let our car care team help! You can reach us seven days a week at (352) 404-7001, or stop by our service center. We're conveniently located just off the Florida Turnpike at 16851 State Road 50.

Is your car on a routine oil change schedule? It should be - your engine needs a tank full of clean oil in order to stay cool and keep things running without issue. When you don't have enough oil or the oil is too dirty to do its job, you run the risk of big problems (engine overheating, parts breaking, engine seizing up and having to be replaced... you're getting the gist, right?). That's why it's important to know when you're due for an oil change, and our Clermont Toyota service techs are here with a quick checklist for you to run through when you think it's time but you're not sure. 6 signs it's time to schedule a Clermont oil change Sign 1: The oil level isn't in between the two tic marks. When you pull the oil dipstick out of the engine, the oil level should be somewhere between the two tic marks on the stick. If it falls below the bottom tic mark, then you're running low on oil (which means your engine is at risk). If you see this, it's time to either add oil to the system or schedule an oil change at Toyota of Clermont. Sign 2: The oil is dark in color or has flecks of dirt in it. Your motor oil should be tan or caramel in color - that's the standard for clean oil. If it's darker in hue (dark brown or black) or you can see tiny flecks of dirt in it, you need to schedule an oil change. Dark and dirty oil can't properly cool and lubricate your car's engine so you're putting your engine at risk. Sign 3: You have exhaust smoke. It's find to see vapor coming out of your car's exhaust, especially when it's cold out. However, if you see actual smoke coming out of your car's exhaust, it may be because you have a problem with your car's oil. Let our auto service mechanics look under the hood to see what's going on. Sign 4: You can smell oil inside of your Clermont Toyota. Do you smell engine oil inside of your car's cabin? This can signify an oil leak, which can lead to low oil levels pretty quickly. Bring your car in for an oil change and a system inspection to pinpoint and fix the leak. Sign 5: You hear knocking or rumbling sounds inside your engine. Knocking or rumbling noises inside of your car's engine are a bad sign - typically, this means something is loose and knocking around, or metal is touching metal without lubrication (remember, the oil keeps things moving smoothly). Schedule oil change auto service immediately. Sign 6: Your oil change light comes on in your dash. Sign 6 is pretty obvious, but it's surefire indicator that you're due to visit us. If the oil light illuminates in your dash, bring your ride in for a quick car care appointment to get things back on track! Let Toyota of Clermont get your ride back on track Need to schedule a Clermont oil change? Call us at (352) 404-7001 OR stop by and see us at 16851 State Road 50, just west of the Florida Turnpike.

We face some pretty intense heat here in Central Florida, especially over the summer. That alone can take a toll on your vehicle, but it can have even more of an effect on your car when you combine it with highway driving, towing, or any other type of driving that puts more stress on your car. Unfortunately, if you're not up to date on your routine car care then this can lead to you asking yourself "Why is my car overheating?". Toyota of Orlando is here with tips straight from our service techs to help you deal with the stressful situation with a cool head. Why is my car overheating? The main reasons Your car overheating can happen for a multitude of reasons, but the most common occurs because things simply aren't staying cool enough under the hood. This can happen because of a lack of coolant or a leak in the cooling system, a broken water pump, problems with your radiator, or blocked hoses. When these issues arise, your engine gets too hot to function and typically will shut down. The damage can be fixable or permanent, but either way, it'll cost money to repair. Here's how you should proceed when you face your car overheating. Why is my car overheating: How to deal with this car care emergency 1) Pull over. Never try to keep driving, hoping that you'll make it home, if you see the temperature gauge rising. This can do serious and irreparable damage to your vehicle - the minute it starts to overheat, you should pull over and park in a safe space. Turn your car off, but don't open the hood until the temperature gauge has dropped back down to cool and the engine block is cooled off. You risk serious injury otherwise. 2) See what's going on under the hood. Once your vehicle has cooled off, open the hood to take a peek and see what's going on. You should check the coolant reservoir to see if there's any coolant left and if not, look for any leaks or broken/disconnected hoses that could be preventing the coolant from getting where it needs to go. You can add coolant to the radiator, but be very careful taking the radiator cap off as hot steam may escape and could burn you (our Clermont Toyota service techs recommend using a towel or rag to take the cap off). 3) Restart your car. Once you've checked things out under the hood and the temperature gauge is on cool, restart your car. If the gauge stays on cool after a few minutes of running, you can try to hit the road again (especially if you added coolant to the system) but watch the gauge carefully to ensure the temperatures don't shoot up again. You should also book an auto service appointment as soon as you can to let our Clermont Toyota service techs get to the bottom of the issue. 4) Call a tow truck. If your car immediately overheats when you turn it on or you see the temperature gauge climbing after you've restarted it and hit the road, pull over again and call a tow truck to have your vehicle brought to Toyota of Clermont's service center. Still asking yourself why your car is overheating? Let us get you back on the road in no time - call us at (352) 404-7001.

In order to get the best possible performance and the longest life out of your car tires, you need to keep them on a routine maintenance schedule that includes tire rotations, wheel balances, and wheel alignments. However, not too many people are aware of how these three services differ and why each is important for the health of your car tires. Toyota of Clermont is here with a quick guide to these three car maintenances - read on. Which of these car tire services should you be scheduling? Tire rotations Tire rotations are essential and are the most frequently performed of these three car tire services. Basically, our Clermont Toyota techs will rotate your tires from left to right AND from front to back. This ensures that all four tires are wearing evenly and will last the length of time they're supposed to. You should schedule tire rotations for your ride every six months or every 6,000 - 8,000 miles for the best results. Wheel balancing Wheel balancing also helps to ensure great performance from your car tires but the process is nothing like tire rotations. When your tires meet the road, the undergo a certain amount of wear and tear that causes blemishes and imperfections in the rubber. Additionally, accident and collisions can damage the tire and the rims. All of this leads to imbalanced weight with a tire that has "heavier" spots than others. This uneven weight distribution makes your car wobble or bounce when you hit the road, and you'll notice vibrations in your steering wheel, seat, and floor boards. You might also see scalloped or cupped marks on your tires. This leads to uneven wear, bad performance, and issues with your tires in terms of flats and blowouts. The solution? Our Clermont Toyota techs will use weight to counterbalance the "heavy" spots and even things out when the tire is in motion, giving you a smooth performance. You should schedule wheel balancing every time you get a tire rotation or tire repairs performed. Wheel alignments Unlike wheel balancing and using weights to fix an issue, wheel alignments are all about using angles. When you get your new car, the factory has aligned the wheels with certain angles to ensure that all tires are perpendicular to the road and parallel to one another. Over time, wear and tear (and accidents, collisions, and even hitting a curb) can knock your car out of alignment. During a wheel alignment our Clermont auto service techs will realign your tires to the proper angles. This ensures that they wear evenly so you don't have to replace them frequently. You should schedule a wheel alignment every two years or so, or if you get into an accident or get new tires. Schedule your car care at Toyota of Clermont Need to schedule any of these three auto services? Call us today! Our service techs are waiting to get you on the calendar at (352) 404-7001 and we're open seven days a week for your convenience. You can also stop by our dealership to chat with one of our techs at 16851 State Road 50, just off the Florida Turnpike.

Have you ever given any thought to exactly how your car gets up and going? As far as you know, you just turn the key and you're ready to hit the road. However, there are some complex processes taking place under the hood before you even hit the accelerator, and one of the biggest pieces of that puzzle is your set of spark plugs. Today our Clermont auto service techs are giving you the ins and outs of spark plugs and how they work, as well as how to troubleshoot them. What is a spark plug? Essentially, a spark plug is a small plug that plugs into your engine's cylinder. Its job is to ignite the fuel inside the cylinder so your engine can start. Fuel alone won't do it - that gas that you pumped into the fuel tank is pushed through the fuel lines into the fuel injectors, where it's then mixed with air that's been pulled into the engine via the air intake. When oxygen and fuel are properly mixed, the spark plugs "spark" to ignite the mixture and spur things into motion. Obviously, your spark plugs play a vital part in your car's performance so it's important to maintain and replace them when needed. You shouldn't have to spring for new ones too often - they usually last at least 30,000 miles and possibly more depending on the condition of your ride and your drive time habits. However, just like any other part they do wear out over time and stop working. Here are two main reasons you'll have to have new ones installed eventually. Buildup of deposits. The fuel and air mixture that your spark plugs ignites does cause a buildup on the plugs themselves, and this can cause to preignition (which in turn, means a jerky and unreliable starting process). A wider gap of space. Your spark plugs have to "jump" a gap of space to ignite the fuel-oxygen mixture and because of wear and tear, the gap gets bigger over time. This makes it harder for them to do their job of getting your car started. Signs you need Clermont auto service for this important part Luckily, it's not expensive or difficult to replace this very important part of your vehicle, especially if you let our Toyota of Clermont techs tackle the job. Here are a few signs you may be due for replacement spark plugs and should schedule an appointment at our Clermont Toyota service center: You notice your fuel efficiency is dropping for no apparent reason Your car is having trouble starting or won't start at all You feel like the car is sluggish or slow to respond when you accelerate The car seems "jerky" when you hit the gas You hear pinging or rattling noises under the hood - this is the sound of the spark plugs misfiring or firing at the wrong times Whatever the symptom, we've got you covered! Call Toyota of Clermont today at (352) 404-0001 and let our trained techs get you and your ride back out on the road in no time. We're open seven days a week at 16851 State Road 50!

Choosing to schedule a car paint job is an easy and affordable way to spruce up a vehicle that may have seen better days. A fresh coat of paint can make a car look like-new again, not to mention protect it from the possibility of rusting. However, there are different types of car paint jobs to choose from and you also want to ensure you pick the right color for resale value. Toyota of Clermont is here to guide you with the help of our sister store, Toyota of Orlando. We sat down with the Toyota body shop techs from our sister store, Toyota of Orlando, to get the answers you need when it comes to choosing the right car paint job and the right color for your ride. Check out their advice below! Types of car paint jobs - which is right for you? There are three main types of car paint jobs. When you schedule an appointment at an auto body shop, you'll choose from either a whole body paint job, a spot paint job, or a clear coat paint job. Learn the differences among the three below. Whole body paint: When you choose this type of car paint job, your ride will get an all-new look from bumper to bumper. Just like the name indicates, body shop techs will completely repaint your vehicle to either a fresh coat of the same color OR a new color altogether. Spot paint: Spot paint is a great solution for drivers who have been in an accident and need to touch up damage to get their car looking like-new again. When our Orlando auto body techs take on this type of job, they'll simply repaint certain spots of your vehicle the same paint color so everything is uniform. Clear coat paint: Clear coat is what keeps your car looking shiny and new, and it also helps to protect your car's paint from the elements (especially here in Central Florida where we see a lot of sun and rain and expose our cars to intense heat). If you notice that your clear coat is peeling, this is the type of car paint job you want to schedule. What color should you choose for your car? If you're going for a whole body paint job, then you'll need to decide if you want to keep your ride its original color or if you want to change it. If you change it, our Orlando auto body techs recommend choosing popular colors like red, black, white, or silver. Since these hues are more desirable, you'll have better resale value and be able to get more money for your car when it's time to trade in or sell down the road. Have questions? We're happy to help. You can call Toyota of Clermont at (352) 404-7001 OR our sister store Toyota of Orlando at (407) 298-0001. We're ready and waiting to give your car a fresh new look, so schedule your appointment today!

If you've ever experienced a car tire blowout, you know just how scary it can be. A blowout is when your car tire suddenly bursts, which means it quickly loses all of its air pressure and can no longer support the weight of the vehicle. It can cause you to lose control of your vehicle and even fishtail out of control, which in turn can lead to an accident or collision. This is especially dangerous if you're driving on slippery roads (like snow or rain) or if you're driving at high speeds on the highway. Not only that, blowouts usually cause a loud noise that can startle both you and the drivers around you. Learn how to prevent blowouts Your best bet? To do everything you possibly can to avoid having a car tire blowout. Luckily, there are simple steps you can take alongside our Clermont Toyota service techs to help you avoid a blowout. Check out these tips below! Toyota of Clermont's tips for car tire care Never overload your vehicle. Your car, truck, or SUV has a max weight limit; it's called the Gross Vehicular Weight Rating. You can find it on the doorjamb of the driver's side as well as in your owner's manual. Don't exceed this limit when you're hauling gear; it puts a ton of stress on your car tires and makes you more prone to a blowout. Keep your tires inflated. Underinflated tires are a major cause of blowouts. Remember, the air pressure inside the tire is what keeps the car supported. If the PSI level is too low, then the weight of the car is resting on the tire itself. This causes the interior components of the tire to overflex, which eventually leads to a blowout because the tire simply can't flex any further. You can find the proper PSI level in both your owner's manual and on a small placard on the doorjamb of the driver's side. Avoid potholes. Whenever you drive through a pothole or run your car into a curb, driveway lip, or other road hazard, you run the risk of doing damage to your tires. Even if the damage isn't apparent to the naked eye it can still lead to weakening of the tire, which makes it more prone to blowouts. If you do hit a curb or other hazard, bring your car into Toyota of Clermont so our auto service techs can inspect it for you. Keep up with car tire care. The simplest way to help prevent blowouts is to just take care of your tires! Get on a routine tire rotation schedule at our Clermont auto maintenance center and make sure you get wheel alignments on a regular basis, too - this helps your tires wear evenly and gives our techs a chance to inspect them for any problems. Have questions or want to schedule car tire care? Call us! Our Clermont Toyota service center is open seven days a week at (352) 404-7001 and we're conveniently located just west of the Florida Turnpike on State Road 50.

Updated on February 16, 2026 Executive Summary Importance of Wheel Alignments: Wheel alignments help your car drive straight, handle properly, and keep you safe on the road. What Happens If You Don’t Address the Issue: Poor alignment can cause uneven tire wear, worse gas mileage, steering problems, and expensive repairs. Frequent Causes: Potholes, curbs, rough roads, and accidents can easily knock your wheels out of alignment. Frequency of Wheel Alignments: Most vehicles need a wheel alignment every 2–3 years — or sooner if you install new tires or notice issues. Common Indicators For Service Needed: Signs you need one include pulling to one side, uneven tire wear, a shaking steering wheel, or squealing tires. When it comes to routine car maintenance, most people are familiar with the basics. You know you should schedule routine oil changes and that it's necessary to have your tires rotated regularly. You might even know that you need to schedule brake service and battery checks on a routine basis, too. However, do you know when and why to schedule a wheel alignment? Wheel alignments are one of the most commonly overlooked auto services, yet they play a major role in how your vehicle handles, how long your tires last, and how safe your daily drive really is. Whether you're commuting around Clermont, heading into Orlando, or taking a longer Florida road trip, proper alignment helps ensure your vehicle performs the way it was designed to. We're here with facts straight from our Clermont Toyota service experts, so you know exactly when it's time to schedule this important maintenance. What Is a Wheel Alignment? Before you understand when and why you need to schedule a wheel alignment, you need to know what one is! This auto service is when our Clermont Toyota service techs make sure that all your tires and axles are pointing in the same direction - basically, they square everything up so your vehicle tracks straight down the road. During a wheel alignment, technicians carefully adjust angles such as camber, caster, and toe to match Toyota's factory specifications. They may also inspect certain suspension components and check to ensure your steering wheel is properly centered. Even small alignment issues can affect how your car drives, so precision is key. Why are wheel alignments so important? Without them, you can wear out your tires faster, reduce fuel efficiency, do damage to your axles and suspension, and even compromise your vehicle's ability to respond correctly in emergencies. Over time, driving with poor alignment can increase repair costs and shorten the lifespan of major components. That's why it's so important to get them on a routine basis... but what's a routine basis? Our Clermont auto service techs say every 2-3 years is generally a good rule of thumb unless you get into an accident, hit a curb or pothole, or install a new set of tires. When you give your car a new set of shoes, they need a wheel alignment before you get back out on the road to ensure even wear from day one. What Can Cause Your Wheels to Fall Out of Alignment? Wheel alignment issues don't always happen gradually. Everyday driving conditions around Central Florida can knock things out of place faster than you might expect. Hitting potholes, driving over uneven pavement, brushing curbs while parking, or even driving on rough construction zones can all affect your alignment. Minor collisions and worn suspension components can also contribute. That's why it's smart to stay alert for warning signs and schedule service as soon as something feels off. When Is It Time to Schedule This Auto Service? However, not everyone can wait 2-3 years before scheduling a wheel alignment. In fact, many drivers experience alignment issues much sooner. Here are 4 signs you need to call Toyota of Clermont's service center now to schedule an appointment: 1) Your Car Pulls to One Side Does it feel like your car is pulling against the steering wheel to the left or right? Or maybe when you briefly take your hands off the wheel, your ride drifts to one side instead of continuing in a straight line. This can make driving more tiring and less predictable, especially on highways. Both are clear signs you're due for a wheel alignment and need to get your car in ASAP. 2) Your Tires Are Wearing Unevenly Your tires should wear evenly, especially if you schedule routine Orlando tire rotations and keep them properly inflated. If you notice excessive wear on the inside or outside edges of your tires, it usually means things are out of whack when it comes to your wheels. Uneven wear can shorten tire life dramatically, costing you money sooner than expected. Our auto service techs can realign your wheels and help protect your tire investment. 3) Your Steering Wheel is Shaking If your steering wheel is shuddering or shaking while you're driving - and you're not on rough or off-road terrain - then it's time to plan a visit to our Toyota of Clermont service center. While shaking can sometimes be caused by tire balance issues, alignment problems are a common culprit and should be checked promptly. 4) Your Tires Are Making Squealing Noises Your tires shouldn't make odd squealing or squeaking noises during normal driving or turning. If they are, it's possible that things are misaligned when it comes to your wheels, causing excessive friction with the road. Let our techs explore what's going on so you can restore smooth, quiet driving and prevent further damage. Schedule Your Next Wheel Alignment Today! Need to schedule service? Don't ignore the signs - staying proactive with wheel alignment service can save you money, extend the life of your tires, and help keep you safe on the road. Call us today to schedule your appointment. Toyota of Clermont's service center is open seven days a week at 16851 State Road 50, just west of the Florida Turnpike. You can reach us at (352) 404-7001. Common FAQs for Wheel Alignments When is it time to replace tires? You should replace your tires when you notice clear signs of serious damage like tears, bulges, or sidewall failures. Other signs include if your tire regularly loses air pressure and can’t hold the proper PSI, or if the tread is too thin and fails the penny-test. Why is your steering wheel shaking? There can be various causes for your Toyota’s steering wheel to shake, such as unbalanced tires, wheel misalignment, brake problems, or a worn-out or damaged part. If you notice a shaking steering wheel, bring your car to our Toyota of Clermont Service Center. How is alignment different from balancing? Balancing evens out the weight around each wheel on your Toyota so it spins smoothly without vibration. Alignment adjusts the angle of your wheels so they sit perpendicular to the road and parallel to each other for proper handling.

When it comes to car care, you probably have questions. Most people do unless they've mastered exactly what goes on under the hood. We get a lot of questions here at our Clermont Toyota service center and we always do our best to ensure we educate our customers so they can feel confident about car care. Here are 5 of the most common we hear and answers straight from our Clermont auto service techs. What should you know when it comes to car care? 1) Can I switch back and forth between conventional and synthetic motor oil? Absolutely - unless your car REQUIRES synthetic oil. There are perks to both types of motor oil so you can switch back and forth between the two as you see fit unless your car demands synthetic. In that case, don't try to use conventional or you could seriously damage it. 2) Will premium gasoline improve my car's fuel efficiency? Nope! You don't need to use premium gasoline unless your car calls for it (which you can find out in your owner's manual). Putting it in your car won't improve performance or fuel efficiency. In fact, using premium gasoline in a car that doesn't require it will do nothing but cost you more money at the fuel pump. 3) I need a new timing belt - can I put off this repair? Don't. Your timing belt is essential to your car's performance and keeps everything running as it should under the hood. If it breaks, you can do very costly and even irreparable damage to your car's engine. Our Clermont auto service techs encourage you to take care of this repair immediately once the need has been diagnosed. 4) Should I switch out my all-season tires in the winter? It depends. If you live here in Florida where we never see snow or ice, then you can keep your all-season tires on all year long and not worry about it. However, if you live in or travel to more northern climates with lots of snow, ice, and winter weather conditions, our auto service techs recommend that you consider swapping your all-season tires out for winter tires specially designed for that type of driving. 5) Who should I listen to first - the instrument panel, my mechanic, or my owner's manual? You should always listen to your instrument panel first - those pesky dashboard lights illuminate for a reason. Next up is your mechanic; when they make a recommendation for your car's auto service or repairs, they do it for a reason. They've gotten up close and personal with your ride and their inspection can give you a diagnosis and course of remedy. Finally, use your owner's manual as a last resort when it comes to car care and repairs as it doesn't take all factors into consideration when doling out information. Schedule your car care and repairs at Toyota of Clermont Have questions? Think you need car care or repairs? Call Toyota of Clermont's car care center today at (352) 404-7001 and schedule an appointment with one of our knowledgeable techs. We're open seven days a week!

Does the thought of scheduling auto repairs strike fear into your heart? We might be in spooky season, but the last thing you want to feel fearful of is keeping your car up and running. What repairs will you need? How much will it cost? How long will your car be out of commission? Toyota of Clermont is here with simple tips to keep you from fearing the worst when it comes to your ride. 6 tips to avoid scary auto repairs 1. Give your tires some TLC. When was the last time you inspected your tires for wear and tear, or checked the tread depth? How about scheduled a tire rotation or balance? Taking care of your tires is extremely important if you want to avoid costly auto repairs - namely, replacing a tire after a blowout or flat. Schedule routine tire care at Toyota of Clermont! 2. Stick to a car maintenance schedule Giving your car routine car not only helps its parts stay in top condition and work properly, it also gives your car a better performance, extends its life, and prevents the need for so many auto repairs. And most importantly, staying on a car care schedule lets our techs inspect your car on a routine basis so they can pick up on any issues that might be developing. 3. Don't ignore your dashboard lights Your dash lights typically illuminate because you have an issue with your vehicle, so as tempting as it is to pretend like you don't see it, don't ignore them. Instead, let our Clermont auto service techs pinpoint the issue and figure out what auto repairs are needed to remedy it as quickly and affordably as possible. 4. Think about switching to synthetic If you're still using conventional motor oil in your vehicle, then it may be time to switch to synthetic. Not only does this type of motor oil last longer and burn cleaner, you'll also find that it can improve your car's performance, resulting in fewer auto repairs. Ask our Clermont Toyota techs about switching your car's oil today. 5. Don't forget about filters and spark plugs. Changing out air and oil filters and replacing bad spark plugs is inexpensive and easy - you can even do these tasks at home if you're semi-skilled in car care. However, ignoring them and not swapping them out on a routine basis can lead to the need for auto repairs. Let Toyota of Clermont get you on a simple schedule so you know when it's time to pay us a visit. 6. Listen for odd noises. Don't turn up the music and pretend you don't hear odd noises from the engine bay. The longer you leave an issue to linger, the more expensive and time-consuming it'll be to fix. Bring your car in so we can look at it and figure out what's causing the noises - we'll get you back out on the road in no time. Schedule car care at Toyota of Clermont for scary-good deals Enjoy spooky season and take the scary out of car ownership - schedule an appointment at Toyota of Clermont today! (352) 404-7001