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If you notice fluids leaking from your vehicle, it is imperative you do not ignore the problem. Even if you can’t immediately identify the fluid, you should schedule a repair service appointment at our Willow Grove area Toyota as soon as possible.   Generally, a leak that creates a puddle that is larger than 2-3 inches should be considered a serious problem. This indicates that enough fluid is missing from the engine and needs to be replaced. Engine oil, transmission fluid, and brake fluid is certainly a vital part of a functional engine. If you neglect repairs and continue to drive your vehicle without the proper fluids, it could result in the complete destruction of your engine. This is a much more expensive repair than a fluid leak repair might be.   Our expert service technicians at our Toyota service center near Willow Grove can identify the source of the leak and what repairs will be necessary to bring your vehicle back up to safe operation. We have the necessary replacement hoses and other parts necessary for repair that meet the high standards of Toyota right in our service center for your convenience. Ideally, you can help avoid such leaks by having regular maintenance appointments with our service team. We can quickly identify problem areas before they become major problems and make the necessary repairs for much less cost. Our service technicians can recommend a good maintenance schedule based on how you drive and the model Toyota you own.

There are certain on-road emergencies you should never ignore, especially when they concern your Allentown area Toyota brake system. While drivers need to be alert to what is going on while driving on the road, they should also remain attune to what is going on with their vehicle. Pay attention when things don’t seem as they should and be ready to pull over for your own safety.   Whenever you notice something different about your brakes, pull over or don’t drive off in the first place. Find a safe side of the road and stay there until a tow service can get to you. If your brake light alert comes on, slow down immediately and locate an area to safely stop your vehicle. Even if the light is not activated and your brakes don’t feel right, stop the car and call for assistance.   If your brakes have failed or on the verge of failing it will not be safe to operate your vehicle because you may not be able to stop in time or at all. When the brake light is activated, check your emergency brake to ensure it is not engaged but otherwise stop driving immediately.   The best way to ensure brakes remain in good condition is to have regular services scheduled for brake pad replacement at our Allentown area Toyota service center. Our experts have the experience and the replacement parts your vehicle needs to remain safe. We can also check the brake fluid and the entire system to ensure it is working properly.

Spring is a wonderful time to thaw out, enjoy the birds, flowers, and most of all, warm temperatures.  With all of these positives, unfortunately come new dangers when you are on the road. Allentown Toyota is explaining the driving hazards that begin in spring, to keep everyone safer. Construction Now that the snow and ice are melting, it means construction workers are ready to go.  They will be making repairs to road damage that occurred over the winter, as well as other projects they couldn't get to in the cold.  Watch out for more men and women working, slower traffic, and merges.  There can be delays, so plan ahead.  Slow down where you see marked work zones, and be ready to face uneven pavement.  Keep your distance from vehicles like dump trucks that may have to slow down or make sharp turns in front of you. Pedestrians Warm weather means more people on the streets.  Beware of walkers, joggers, bike riders, and roller bladers.  Children may dart out from in between cars so be slow in residential areas.  Be aware or animals like squirrels and deer that love to run into traffic too. Flooding and Rain Snow and ice aren't the only weather related dangers when you're driving.  With the spring comes the potential for pop up storms and flash road flooding.  If you get stuck in a heavy storm, slow down to avoid slipping and hydroplaning.  Avoid driving through puddles because you don't know how deep they are and can do damage to your car.  Watch out for hail too, because it can be slick on roads and may break your windshield.

More and more vehicles are going green by reducing the carbon monoxide fumes that are emitted from them.  While this is a step in the right direction, there is still a chance that you can become very ill or die from toxic pollution.  Don't become a statistic and read through these warnings from your Ardmore Toyota dealer on the dangers of carbon monoxide poisoning in your car. Beware of Where Your Car is Running Never start a car or leave one running in a garage with the door closed, or in any other enclosed space for that matter.  The CO2 can build up and once you breath it in, you can become sick.  If your garage is attached to your house, the fumes can travel inside and affect you even if you're not near the car.  Never leave a car running here, even with the door open. Make sure you have a carbon monoxide detector installed in your garage and home. Check your Exhaust During the cold months, be more cautious because when the temperature drops, it takes more fuel, and therefore emissions, to get the vehicle going.  Make sure if you are in a frigid area that your tailpipe is not blocked by snow because it can back up into the car.  This goes for mud or any other possible obstruction. Routine inspections will include an emissions test to make sure everything is running smoothly and that there are no leaks. Symptoms of carbon Monoxide Poisoning If you've been exposed to too much CO2, this is what you may experience: Light-headedness Dizziness Nausea Headaches Weakness

Tires are more important to our cars than many of us think.  It is easy to forget about them when we get in and out of a vehicle every day.  Once there is a problem, you will quickly realize how critical they are to vehicle safety and fuel efficiency. Bethlehem Toyota does not want their drivers to wait too long, and is giving tips for proper tire maintenance. Checking the Tread If your tires' tread start to wear down, you may be in danger of losing control and sliding on the road, or hydroplaning in the rain.  Every month check the depth of the tread with the tried and true penny test.  Take a penny and simply place it between the tread upside down.  If Lincoln's head is visible, then your tread is too low.  If the wear bars that look like thin rubber strips in your tire can be seen, this is another indicator that tread is low.  You should rotate your tires every 5,000-8,000 miles so that they wear evenly. Checking the Pressure When you're testing the tread depth monthly, you should check the pressure.  If you don't have the right amount of air in your tires, this can lead to a blowout, quicker wearing out, and poor fuel economy.  Your owner's manual will tell you what the amount of air in your tires should be, or you can ask a dealer or mechanic.  Use a tire pressure gauge and place it on the valve cap to read the current amount of pressure in the tires.  If it is too low, add air until the gauge reads the proper amount.  Most gas and service stations have air available.  Never over-inflate.

Purchasing a minivan doesn't guarantee it will be the best one for you and your loved ones.  At Toyota near Flemington NJ, we have the 2014 Toyota Sienna SE, which is a great choice for your family.  Not only is it safe and roomy, it has power under the hood too. Safety in the 2014 Toyota Sienna SE The Sienna received IIHS's top rating of “good” after tests of roof-strength, side-impact and moderate-overlap frontal-offset.  IIHS also gave it the highest rating in the category of how the head restraint is designed for protection from whiplash in a rear impact.  Standard safety features include: Electronic Brake Force Distribution Smart Stop Technology Anti-lock Brake System Traction Control Stability Control Front driver airbag Front seat mounted side airbags Passenger airbag Active head restraints 3-point seat belts for each seat LATCH system for children Child safety locks on rear door Crumple zones in the front and rear Anti-theft system High strength steel body panels Tire pressure monitoring system Inside the 2014 Sienna SE Adjust the amount of space you need for the type of trip you are taking.  If you need to bring a lot of gear somewhere and less people, stow the third row and remove the second for a whopping 150 cubic feet of storage space.  You can fit up to 8 passengers in the SE model if need be. The power side doors open easily, as well as the power liftgate.  The suspension has firmer tuning that makes for a smoother ride.  Power steering has been upgraded so you can take those corners without any problems.  The upholstery is a soft cloth/leatherette material, and the steering wheel is covered in quality leather.

Station wagons don't have to be conservative and clunky.  The 2014 Toyota Venza XLE at Toyota near Willow Grove is a classy wagon crossover style with tons of room inside.  You'll be the most envied mom at the soccer field when you roll up in this vehicle! Inside the 2014 Venza XLE The Venza is considered a wagon by some and a crossover SUV by others.  Either way you look at it, there is plenty of room inside for passengers of all sizes. Three children or a couple of adults will fit comfortably in the third row seat.  With the rear seats in their upright position, the Venza will store 36.2 cubic feet of cargo.  Fold them down with an easy one touch, and it opens to a huge 70 cubes.  For lengthier trips, enjoy the reclining seats and extra legroom inside.  Drivers will command the road with ease by using the transmission shift lever that is mounted high up, which will allow for less reaching. Standard Features in the Venza XLEt With the XLE, you're getting a step up from the base model, which includes more luxurious features.  Start with the technology of Toyota's Entune system that is made up of navigation with display audio, a large 6.1-inch touch-screen and backup camera, 6-speaker sound system, CD, MP3 capability, SiriusXM Radio (with 90-day free trial), HD radio and iTunes, Bluetooth hands free phone capability and music streaming, voice recognition, phone book access, and iPod connectivity. The seats and tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel are trimmed in leather, with an 8-way power-adjustable seat for the driver with power lumbar support.  Cruise control makes long trips more relaxing, and the back liftgate opens remotely.

When you're in need of a vehicle and you don't have a big family to cart around, consider going with a subcompact.  The 2014 Toyota Yaris from Allentown Toyota is very affordable and extremely reliable.  This is the perfect starter car for a teen, someone out of college, or anyone who is not ready to invest in a larger sedan or SUV. Affordability of the 2014 Yaris L The base model for this car sells for under $16,500.  Not bad for a new vehicle!  The engine is a 1.5-liter inline 4-cylinder that makes a good 106 horsepower and 103 pound-feet of torque.  While this is a decent amount of power for a subcompact, you will be saving even more money at the pump.  The Yaris gets 32 miles per gallon combined with an automatic transmission, and 33 mpg combined with a manual transmission.  Either way it's a great deal! Features in the 2014 Yaris L For an excellent price, you receive a lot of awesome standard features.  On the outside, the Yaris L is equipped with power locks, 15-inch steel wheels, and a rear windshield wiper. Inside you'll find even more: Trip computer Tilt steering wheel Air-conditioning Bluetooth audio and phone connectivity Four-way adjustable front seats Fold-down rear bench seat Six-speaker sound system CD player Auxiliary jack input iPod/USB interface HD radio If you choose the Yaris with four doors, you will get 15.6 cubic feet of cargo space behind the back seat.  When you opt for the two-door model, you get only slightly less,15.3 cubes.  Folding down the rear seat will give you even more, which makes traveling with a lot of luggage easy in the Yaris.

Your Toyota dealer near Flemington takes a look at why the 2014 Toyota Prius Three is such a popular vehicle. It is a five-door liftback, gas-electric hybrid that employs Toyota’s Hybrid Synergy Drive. It offers a very impressive fuel economy, giving you an astounding 51 miles per gallon in the city and 48 miles per gallon on the highway. Both the inside and the outside are packed with amazing features. The Inside The inside of the 2014 Toyota Prius Three has an audio system with AM/FM radio, a CD player, digital radio, and satellite radio. There are steering wheel mounted remote audio controls, six speakers, and an element antenna. It has an internal HD navigation system with 3D and voice. Ventilation system with micro filter Remote control Tilt telescoping steering wheel Power steering type Premium cloth upholstery Alloy-look trim Cruise control Card key power locks There are intelligent driver and passenger front airbags, front side airbags, and front and rear curtain airbags. The driver and passenger front seatbelts are height-adjustable with pre-tensioners, and the rear seatbelts have a 3-point center belt. There are two active height-adjustable front seat head restraints and three height-adjustable rear seat head restraints. The Outside The outside of the 2014 Toyota Prius Three has 15” x 6.0” front and rear alloy wheels, and 195/65-15 front and rear all-season tires. The front and rear bumpers are body-colored.

The 2014 Toyota RAV4 Limited is a compact SUV, but don’t let its size fool you. Not only will it comfortably seat 5 passengers, but it offers an enormous amount of outstanding features inside and out. If you’re looking for a good family vehicle, then come on in to our Willow Grove area Toyota dealer to check it out. Comfort and Entertainment When it comes to comfort and entertainment, the 2014 Toyota RAV4 Limited is nothing short of pure satisfaction. It has an internal HD navigation system with 3D and voice. It gives you cruise control and a trip computer. There is an electric glass sunroof and main seat material upholstery. The driver has a heated sports front seat with 10-way power memorized height, power lumbar and memorized tilt. The front passenger has a heated sports seat, and the rear seats are split-folding with manual recline. Audio system with AM/FM radio, CD player, satellite radio Steering wheel mounted remote audio controls Six speakers and a roof antenna Leather-trimmed, tilt telescoping steering wheel Ventilation system with micro filter and passenger controls Dual zone climate control Safety The 2014 Toyota RAV4 Limited works hard to keep your loved ones safe. It has airbags all around. There is rear camera parking distance sensors. It has halogen headlights with projector beam lenses, headlight control with dusk sensor, front fog lights, and intermittent windshield wipers.

The 2014 Toyota Yaris L is an entry-level, 5-passenger liftback car. Your Toyota dealer near Allentown recommends that you check out why this vehicle is so popular. With its vast array of features and amenities all around, it’s not hard to see why. Vital Stats The 2014 Toyota Yaris L has a 1.5 liter 4 cylinder engine, and 4-speed automatic transmission. It has front-wheel drive. It is extremely fuel efficient, giving you 30 miles per gallon in the city and 37 miles per gallon on the highway. It is backed by a 36 month/36000 mile warranty. Safety The 2014 Toyota Yaris L has an anti-lock brake system with electronic traction control, and two-wheel disc brakes that are ventilated. There are halogen headlights with complex surface lenses, and intermittent windshield wipers. It has airbags all around, featuring intelligent driver and passenger front airbags, front side airbags, and front and rear curtain airbags. Two height-adjustable front seat head restraints Three height-adjustable rear seat head restraints Driver and passenger front seatbelts with pre-tensioners Rear seatbelts with a 3-point center belt Comfort The 2014 Toyota Yaris L has an audio system with an AM/FM radio, a CD player, and digital radio. There are six speakers and a roof antenna. There is a tilt steering wheel and power steering type. Cloth upholstery Front cup holders Ventilation system with micro filter Climate control Internal button power locks

If you park your vehicle in public places during the work day or overnight, it may be at risk for being vandalized by individuals intentionally or accidentally. Sometimes you may notice a new ding or dent caused by another driver hitting your door with theirs. Or more extensive damage occurs because someone has broken your window in an attempt to access what is inside. No matter what the reason, our Willow Grove area Toyota service center can repair the damage.   Our Toyota specialists know the brand inside and out. We have the expertise, the parts, and the technology to repair broken windows, scratched paint, and other auto body damage your vehicle suffers. We can schedule an evaluation of your vehicle to determine exactly what is needed to restore your vehicle back to like new condition. We can even work with your insurance company to ensure your repairs go smoothly.   If you vehicle suffers damage and you ignore it, you are not only at risk of additional break ins or vandal attacks, your vehicle’s integrity may also become unstable. Body damage can lead to the development of corrosion and rust. This can hamper the actual safety of your vehicle so don’t ignore even minor issues.   In fact, fixing scratches and other minor damage while it is still small is a great way to ensure your vehicle will stay looking great and be stable on the road for many years to come. If you wait until major problems develop, you’ll spend more money on repairs and parts replacements in the long run.