2012 Toyota Highlander Service, Tires & Repairs

Other than getting the proper tire size, you also want to consider a handful of other factors when buying new Toyota Highlander tires like how and where you drive, and how much you want to spend. When thinking about your driving conditions, consider where you live (mountains vs. city vs. countryside) and the kind of weather can catch you off-guard. (Watch out Tornado Alley!) Drivers in states that fully experience all four seasons often buy two sets of tires: one set for winter, one set for summer. Other drivers prefer the convenience of all-season tires. They make one trip to the tire shop and they're pretty much ready for rain, light snow, or sun!

Driving style is next on the list to think about when buying tires. If you're a diehard off-roader, you have very different tire needs than a highway commuter who doesn't leave the paved path. Visit your local Firestone Complete Auto Care for help selecting the tire that's right for you, or get started by browsing tires that fit your Toyota Highlander.

Firestone Complete Auto Care has been a leading tire provider for more than a century. We're your tire shop and a complete service center for tire installation, maintenance, repair, rotation, and alignment! Buy 2012 Toyota Highlander tires online and schedule your installation when it's convenient for you.

For most drivers, the words “car repair” don’t exactly spark excitement. But at Firestone Complete Auto Care, we strive to give you the excellent repair experience you deserve. When you come to us for 2012 Toyota Highlander repair services, our skilled repair technicians will get your Highlander back on the road. We'll work to evaluate the scope of repairs needed and explain your options. We value your trust, so we recommend only the repairs we think are necessary for your safety on the road.

The cost to repair your 2012 Toyota Highlander depends on the type of repair, prices of appropriate replacement parts, the amount of labor necessary to get the job done, and the state you live in. They're updated regularly!

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Your Toyota Highlander engine may be strong and reliable. But if you can’t brake, it might as well be scrap metal. If you notice your brakes are squeaking or not working well, don’t wait! Safe driving is difficult when your brakes are anything but their best. Plus, waiting can lead to more expensive parts wearing out and requiring replacement. Get your 2012 Toyota Highlander brakes fixed at Firestone Complete Auto Care. We offer a variety of brake services like brake pad/shoe removal and replacement, brake rotor/drum resurfacing, brake fluid exchange/bleeding, and brake caliper and wheel cylinder service.

Drivetrains for front, rear, and all-wheel-drive and 4WD vehicles are quite different, so you don't want to go to just anyone for drivetrain repair. You want to come see the technicians at Firestone Complete Auto Care. We can take care of most 2012 Toyota Highlander drivetrain components Your Toyota could be crying out for driveshaft repair if you notice heavy vibrations in your floorboards, clunks when shifting, resistance when turning, or vibration as your vehicle accelerates.

With an alignment service, adjustments are made to your Toyota Highlander’s suspension system, the connection between the vehicle and the wheels. In an alignment service, your tire angles are adjusted according to measurements recommended by Toyota. Why? So that your tires can make contact with the road at the best possible angle. When you bring in your 2012 Toyota Highlander, we’ll perform an alignment check first. Then, we’ll adjust the angles as needed until they match recommended measurements from Toyota.

If your 2012 Toyota Highlander needs engine repair, our expert techs will let you know what needs to be done and why before they get started. We never do any work without your sign-off. If a service can wait, we’ll make sure you know. We'll also tell you if it's necessary for your safety. We want to provide you with the information you need to make an informed engine repair decision. Turn to Firestone Complete Auto Care for your 2012 Highlander engine repairs and you can feel confident knowing that we use Toyota-approved parts and components like the timing chain or belt, valve guide seal, ignition coil, or a different component.

Firestone Complete Auto Care is here for you when your 2012 Toyota Highlander needs flat tire repair or inspection. Our tire technicians can determine whether it's safe to plug and patch the tire, or whether it needs to be replaced. We’ll begin by taking a look at where the damage is, the type and extent of the tire damage, and how all of your tires are wearing.

If a repair on your 2012 Toyota Highlander tire is feasible and safe, we'll follow three basic steps to repair it: (1) Separate the tire from the vehicle wheel, (2) fill the puncture to keep the moisture out, and (3) seal the inner liner with a repair unit to prevent air loss.

There's no need to guess when it's time to get Highlander maintenance, and no need to wait until something goes wrong. Just follow your 2012 Toyota Highlander maintenance schedule! Toyota knows your vehicle inside and out (they made it, after all!), so they’ve designed this schedule with your car’s unique needs in mind. Scheduled maintenance services can vary depending on driving conditions, climate, and other factors; in most cases, though, recommended maintenance will consist of services like oil changes, tire rotations, brake pad replacement, filter changes, and fluid checks and exchanges. Scheduling routine service appointments is one of the best ways to help extend your Highlander's life, increase your vehicle safety, and help you avoid expensive repairs caused by 2012 Toyota Highlander problems later.

Come to Firestone Complete Auto Care for manufacturer-recommended routine maintenance on your 2012 Toyota Highlander and an expert technician will begin by performing a Courtesy Check. The Courtesy Check helps us see what we’re working with under the hood, and allows us to alert you to any potential problems before they worsen. Every Courtesy Check will include a visual inspection of your Highlander. We’ll check your head and tail lights, fluid levels, filters, tires (and their alignment!), and windshield wiper blades. We’ll also perform a free battery check to determine your battery’s charge level.

Firestone Complete Auto Care is your one-stop shop for 2012 Toyota Highlander maintenance and repairs. We can help you keep your vehicle (and your life!) running smoothly. Many of our locations have weekend and evening hours for your convenience.

On average, auto batteries last anywhere from three to five years. Don’t get stranded by your Highlander’s car battery. Replace it regularly instead! Look out for symptoms of a faulty car battery. A lagging starter, an illuminated battery or check engine light, bloated battery case, corroded battery posts, and subpar electrical performance may all indicate that your battery is on its last leg.

Plus, at Firestone Complete Auto Care, we’ll test your battery for free. Drop in for a free battery check and, if necessary, a battery replacement to help keep your 2012 Toyota Highlander running! Car batteries are one of our many specialties! Our expert technicians understand Toyota service recommendations for Highlander battery CCAs and reserve capacity. Get help choosing the battery size that's best for your Highlander, and schedule a fast car battery replacement at your earliest convenience.

Toyota recommends changing your 2012 Highlander’s oil at regular intervals. Your Highlander may need an oil change right away if your check engine/oil change light is on, you hear engine knocking, smell oil inside the car, or see an excess amount of vehicle exhaust. You might need an oil change more frequently than what’s recommended by Toyota if you regularly haul heavy loads, frequent dusty roads, adventure off-road, or drive at low speeds for long distances.

Your local Firestone Complete Auto Care has the right 2012 Toyota Highlander motor oil: either synthetic or conventional. Consult Toyota's recommendations to select the right  2012 Highlander oil and talk with a teammate to learn more about our oil options: Quaker State® Advanced Durability™ conventional oil, Pennzoil® High Mileage Vehicle® motor oil, Pennzoil Platinum® Full Synthetic motor oil with PurePlus™ Technology, and Shell Rotella® heavy-duty engine oil. During your oil change service, one of our techs will change your Highlander’s oil, replace and recycle your used oil and oil filter, inspect the rest of your car’s filters, top-off essential fluids, and visually inspect the rest of the vehicle. Make an appointment for an oil change service today and let the oil experts take care of your Highlander's engine.

Regular engine tune-ups can optimize your Highlander’s power on the road. The Firestone Complete Auto Care location in your community offers several Toyota Highlander engine tune-up services. The first is the standard Firestone Tune-Up. It includes a complete visual inspection of engine components, installation of new spark plugs, and a lifetime warranty on parts*. Another service option pays special attention to the filters in your Highlander. Specifically, we replace the fuel filter and air filter. The third tune-up option is a fuel system cleaning service, which is a three-step process that removes varnish, dirt, and carbon deposits on your Highlander's fuel injectors, throttle body, and throttle plate. This goes a long way in boosting your fuel system’s overall performance. Here’s something to remember when choosing services: the mileage and service history of your Highlander can determine what kind of service it needs. Ask one of our technicians what your vehicle needs, based on your driving habits and your car’s current condition.

*Talk to a Firestone Complete Auto Care teammate for full terms and conditions on warranties.

During the first few years you had your 2012 Toyota Highlander, you and your passengers probably enjoyed a ride that was smooth and balanced. But these days, things are starting to feel a bit rough. Maybe your Highlander bounces, pulls to one side, or makes a weird sound when you drive over a speed bump or turn. The first sign of problems is a good time to bring your 2012 Toyota Highlander in for steering and suspension services. We’ll get to the source of your car problems and, if your Highlander suspension system needs repair, we’ll go over the services you need and how much they will cost before we do any work.

Our technicians will work to solve your 2012 Toyota Highlander A/C problems to the best of their ability. In this A/C performance inspection, we’ll check out the current condition of your 2012 Toyota Highlander A/C system to evaluate what repairs are necessary (if any). We’ll test overall system performance, check for any leaks, and measure the system pressure.

While your 2012 Toyota Highlander’s air conditioner is being serviced, we’ll also do an A/C evacuation and recharge. To do this, one of our technicians will remove the refrigerant in your A/C system (if there is even any left to remove). Then, they’ll use Toyota’s specifications to evacuate the system. To finish, we’ll add new refrigerant to recharge the A/C system.

The transmission delivers power from the engine to the wheels so that you can drive on your terms. Because your transmission is responsible for converting the right amount of power into the right amount of speed, even the smallest transmission problems should be addressed right away. 2012 Toyota Highlander transmission issues could include shifting delays, grinding when accelerating, the car shaking at any speed, or whistling noises or a burning smell coming from beneath the hood. If you don’t pay attention to Toyota Highlander transmission trouble your could suffer a loss in fuel efficiency or find that you can't drive your Highlander at all. Our technicians are trained to service 2012  Toyota Highlander transmission systems according to vehicle manufacturer recommendations. If you think there’s something wrong with your Highlander’s transmission, schedule an appointment at your local Firestone Complete Auto Care to help keep your Toyota running for miles and miles.