1997 Toyota Avalon Repair, Service & Tires

Apart from finding the right tire size, you also want to think about a couple of other things when getting new Toyota Avalon tires like which tire brands you like most and where you drive. When evaluating your driving conditions, think about where you live (countryside vs. city vs. mountains) and the kind of unexpected weather you're likely to experience. Many drivers who live in states that experience all four seasons choose to purchase two sets of tires: one for summer and one for winter. 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!

Your personal driving style is the next factor to consider. If you're a big off-roading fan who forges paths where others can't, you have very different needs than a long-distance commuter who sticks to the highway. 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 Avalon.

Firestone Complete Auto Care has been a leading tire provider for more than a century. We're your one-stop shop for tire installation, rotation, and ongoing maintenance! We make it easy to buy new 1997 Toyota Avalon tires online and book an installation appointment at the same time.

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. Bring your 1997 Toyota Avalon in for repair services and rest easy knowing that your Avalon is in capable hands. We’ll start by assessing what repairs may be needed, and we’ll provide you with a detailed explanation of what we recommend. If a repair isn't necessary, we won't recommend it.

Several factors can affect the cost to repair your 1997 Toyota Avalon, including what kind of repair you need, prices of appropriate replacement parts, the labor involved, and where you live. And check back often — we update our deals regularly!

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Your Toyota Avalon may be powered by a strong engine. 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! Unresponsive brakes make it tough to give the road your best. Plus, ignoring your brake problems can result in more damage and higher brake repair bills. Get your 1997 Toyota Avalon brakes fixed at Firestone Complete Auto Care. We offer many affordable brake repairs like brake pad/shoe removal and replacement, brake rotor/drum resurfacing, brake fluid exchange, 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 go to Firestone Complete Auto Care. We can fix many 1997 Toyota Avalon drivetrain components Your Toyota Avalon may need driveshaft attention if you feel resistance when turning, heavy vibrations in your floorboards, clunks when shifting, or vibration as your vehicle accelerates.

With an alignment service, adjustments are made to your Toyota Avalon’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. Before we adjust the alignment of your 1997 Toyota Avalon, we’ll start by checking the current alignment angles. Then, we’ll adjust the angles as needed until they match recommended measurements from Toyota.

If your 1997 Avalon engine needs repairs, our technicians will make sure you understand what’s going on before they start working on your engine. We make recommendations, but you make the final decision. If a repair can wait, we'll let you know. If it's necessary for your safety, we'll make sure you understand that, too. We want to give you all the details you need to make an informed decision about your engine repairs. By choosing Firestone Complete Auto Care for Avalon engine repairs and you can feel confident knowing that we use Toyota-approved parts and components like the serpentine belt, motor oil seal, sensors, or other parts.

If the road has been rough on your 1997 Toyota Avalon tires, Firestone Complete Auto Care can help. 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 we determine that your 1997 Toyota Avalon tire can be safely repaired, the repair process is actually fairly simple: (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.

It can be overwhelming, but fortunately, there’s a resource that takes the guesswork out of routine Avalon maintenance. It’s as easy as following the recommended maintenance schedule that’s been written specifically for your 1997 Toyota Avalon! The recommended maintenance schedule is put together by Toyota, your vehicle manufacturer. Driving conditions, climate variations, and other variables can affect which scheduled maintenance services you’ll need; however, recommended maintenance usually includes services like fluid exchanges, filter changes, new brake pads, oil changes, and tire rotations. Keeping up with routine service appointments is a great way to keep your Avalon running for longer, decrease your risk of dangerous malfunctions on the road, and maybe even save you the headache of dealing with common 1997 Toyota Avalon problems in the future.

Bring your 1997 Toyota Avalon to Firestone Complete Auto Care for factory-recommended maintenance services and a skilled technician will start the appointment with a Courtesy Check. This Courtesy Check can establish a baseline of what may need to be addressed during your service appointment. Each Courtesy Check includes a free battery test and an inspection of your Avalon's windshield wiper blades, head and tail lights, filters, fluid levels, tires, and alignment.

Firestone Complete Auto Care is the place to go for 1997 Toyota Avalon maintenance. Don’t wait until something goes wrong with your car. Visit your nearest location for proactive maintenance today.

The average car battery lasts three to five years. You want to replace your 1997 Toyota Avalon battery before it fails and leaves you stranded. Pay attention to clues that your battery is on its way out. A lagging starter, an illuminated battery or check engine light, bloated battery case, corrosion-covered posts, or weak lights can all signal that your battery is on its last leg.

Plus, at Firestone Complete Auto Care, we’ll test your battery for free. Visit us for a complimentary battery check and, if needed, get your Toyota Avalon a replacement battery. Automotive batteries are just one of our many areas of expertise. Our technicians are familiar with Toyota-specific recommendations for Avalon car batteries’ reserve capacities and cold cranking amps. Get help identifying the type and size of battery that matches your vehicle, and schedule a fast car battery replacement at your earliest convenience.

Toyota recommends changing your 1997 Avalon’s oil at regular intervals. No matter the mileage, your Avalon may need its oil changed ASAP if your check engine light is on, you hear knocking sounds coming from the engine, sense an oil smell in the cabin, 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, drive in dusty terrain, enjoy off-roading, or go long distances at low speeds.

Whether you need high mileage oil, synthetic oil, or conventional oil, you'll find the right 1997 Toyota Avalon motor oil at Firestone Complete Auto Care. Talk with a teammate and consult your owner's manual before picking a motor oil. At Firestone Complete Auto Care, you can choose from the following oils: 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 Avalon’s oil, replace and recycle your used oil and oil filter, check all of your other filters, top-off important fluids, and visually inspect the rest of the vehicle. Let the experts take care of your Avalon’s engine by making an oil change appointment today.

Regular engine tune-ups can optimize your Avalon’s power on the road. The Firestone Complete Auto Care location in your community offers several Toyota Avalon engine tune-up services. The standard Firestone Tune-Up is one service option. This includes the installation of new spark plugs and a visual inspection of your engine’s components, plus a lifetime warranty on parts*. A second service option replaces the air and fuel filter in your Avalon. 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 Avalon's fuel injectors, throttle body, and throttle plate. The result? Restored fuel system performance. Keep in mind that your Avalon's mileage and maintenance history can uniquely impact its tune-up needs. Ask one of our technicians what your vehicle needs, based on your driving habits and your car’s current condition.

*Ask a Firestone Complete Auto Care teammate about full terms and conditions for warranties.

When you first drove your 1997 Toyota Avalon, the ride was probably so smooth that you didn’t even think about it! But these days, things are starting to feel a bit rough. Maybe your Avalon bounces, drifts to one side, or makes noise whenever you turn or drive over a speed bump. As soon as you notice that something’s “off” with your 1997 Toyota Avalon, bring it in for suspension and steering service. We’ll get to the source of your car problems and, if your car needs steering and suspension repairs, we'll explain all of your options and the potential cost.

Our technicians will work to solve your 1997 Toyota Avalon A/C problems to the best of their ability. During an A/C performance check, we'll determine the condition of your 1997 Toyota Avalon A/C system to determine whether repair work is needed. We’ll test overall system performance, check for any leaks, and measure the system pressure.

Let's say we repair your 1997 Toyota Avalon A/C system. We will also perform 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. The A/C system is recharged with new refrigerant.

The transmission delivers power from the motor to your wheels so that you can drive at your desired speed. Because your transmission is responsible for converting the right amount of power into the right amount of speed, a tiny transmission issue can take a major toll on your car’s performance. 1997 Toyota Avalon transmission problems can show up as shifting delays, grinding or jumping during acceleration, the car shaking at any speed, or a burning smell or whistling sounds coming from under the hood. If you don’t pay attention to Toyota Avalon transmission trouble you could see your fuel economy decrease or discover that your Avalon’s not even driveable. Our technicians know how to service your 1997 Avalon up to Toyota-recommended standards. If you think there’s something wrong with your Avalon’s transmission, schedule an appointment at your local Firestone Complete Auto Care to help keep your Toyota running for miles and miles.

Every service performed at Firestone Complete Auto Care includes a multi-point Courtesy Check. The technician will begin by testing your Toyota Avalon's battery to see how much charge it has left – and determine if it may fail in the near future. The check will continue with a visual inspection of your Toyota Avalon's windshield wiper blades, lights, filters, fluid levels, belts, hoses, tires, and alignment.

We perform a Courtesy Check any time you bring your car to a local Firestone Complete Auto Care for service, but you can also request a Complete Vehicle Inspection for your 1997 Toyota Avalon if you suspect there may be a bigger problem. A Complete Vehicle Inspection includes everything in a Courtesy Check, plus an examination (by hand!) of your steering, suspension, brakes, and exhaust system. With this inspection, we want to help you stay on top of any issues that may wreak havoc on your 1997 Toyota Avalon if left unaddressed.

Depending on your location, you may be able to complete your vehicle’s safety tests or state inspection at your nearest Firestone Complete Auto Care. These inspections are governed by state automotive laws and may vary in different locations.

Staying on top of routine radiator maintenance for your 1997 Toyota Avalon is crucial to keep your engine in the best possible shape for years to come. To keep your radiator functioning, Toyota recommends replacing your antifreeze or coolant at scheduled intervals but you can also take note of any signs your radiator is going bad. You might be driving around (or about to be stranded) with a failing radiator if you notice a low coolant light or higher-than-normal engine temperatures on your dashboard, or if you spot coolant leaks coming from your car.

When you come to Firestone Complete Auto Care, we’ll begin your radiator repair with an in-depth inspection of the cooling system in your Toyota Avalon. Then, we’ll move on to a machine-powered coolant exchange. Finally, we’ll refill the flushed sealants, lubricants and chemicals, then do a pressure check to catch any possible leaks. From the heater core to the radiator cap, we’re here to give your 1997 Toyota Avalon the top-notch service it needs.