2012 Toyota Corolla Tires, Repair & Service

Beyond the correct tire size, you also want to think about a couple of other things when getting new Toyota Corolla tires like which tire brands you like most and where you drive. Think about where you live (countryside vs. city vs. mountains) and the kind of unexpected weather you're likely to experience when evaluating your driving conditions. 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 to purchase one all-season set to limit trips to the tire shop and make sure their vehicle is prepared in the rain, sleet, snow, or sun!

Next, consider your driving style. If you're a diehard off-roader, you have very different tire needs than a highway commuter who doesn't leave the paved path. Talk to a tire technician at Firestone Complete Auto Care for help choosing the best tire for you, or start shopping for Toyota Corolla tires online.

Firestone Complete Auto Care installs more tires on more cars than most other companies. We're your one-stop shop for tire installation, rotation, and ongoing maintenance! Buy 2012 Toyota Corolla 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. Bring your 2012 Toyota Corolla in for repair services and our technicians will take care of your Corolla like it was their own. 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.

The cost to repair your 2012 Toyota Corolla depends on which repairs are needed, costs of replacement parts or repair supplies, the labor involved, and your locale. No matter what state you’re in, be sure to look through our offers and online coupons for repairs.

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Your Toyota Corolla engine may be strong and reliable. But if you can’t stop it, it’s as good as scrap metal. If you’re experiencing squeaky brakes or a loss of braking power, don’t wait! Safe driving and responsive brakes go hand in hand. Plus, ignoring your brake problems can result in more damage and higher brake repair bills. Get your 2012 Toyota Corolla brakes fixed at Firestone Complete Auto Care. Our brake repair services include pad/shoe replacement, brake rotor/drum refinishing, brake fluid exchange/bleeding, and brake caliper and wheel cylinder installation.

Drivetrains for front, rear, and all-wheel-drive and 4WD vehicles are not all the same. You don't want to go to any random shop for drivetrain repair. You want to visit Firestone Complete Auto Care. We can help repair all of your 2012 Toyota Corolla drivetrain components Your Corolla might need driveshaft repair if you notice resistance when turning, heavy vibrations in your floorboards, clunks when shifting, or vibration as your vehicle accelerates.

Alignment services involve precise adjustments to your Toyota Corolla’s suspension system, the connection between the vehicle and the wheels. In an alignment service, calculated changes are made to the angles of your tires. This is so that your tires hit the road at an optimal angle for your vehicle’s performance — just as Toyota intended. Bring your 2012 Toyota Corolla in for a wheel alignment and we'll start with an alignment check. If needed, we'll adjust your wheel alignment angles to match Toyota recommendations.

When your Toyota Corolla engine needs repairs, 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 seek to give you all the info you need to make a smart decision about our services. Turn to Firestone Complete Auto Care for your 2012 Corolla engine repairs and you can feel good knowing that we only use Toyota-compliant replacement parts such as the serpentine belt, valve guide seal, sensors, or a different component.

If the road has been rough on your 2012 Toyota Corolla 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 start by evaluating the state of wear, the location of damage, type of damage, and the size of the damage.

If a repair on your 2012 Toyota Corolla tire is feasible and safe, we'll follow three basic steps to repair it: (1) Take the tire off the wheel for easy inspection, (2) use a filler to close up the puncture (this is to keep moisture from getting in), 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 Corolla maintenance, and no need to wait until something goes wrong. Just follow your 2012 Toyota Corolla 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; however, there’s a good chance that your vehicle’s recommended maintenance services will include 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 Corolla running for longer, decrease your risk of dangerous malfunctions on the road, and help you avoid expensive repairs caused by 2012 Toyota Corolla problems later.

Bring your 2012 Toyota Corolla to Firestone Complete Auto Care for factory-recommended maintenance services and an expert technician will begin by performing 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 Corolla's windshield wiper blades, head and tail lights, filters, fluid levels, tires, and alignment.

Firestone Complete Auto Care is the place to go for 2012 Toyota Corolla maintenance. Don’t wait until something goes wrong with your car. Visit your nearest location for proactive maintenance today.

Generally, car batteries last from three to five years. Don’t get stranded by your Corolla’s car battery. Replace it regularly instead! Pay attention to clues that your battery is on its way out. A slow engine crank, an illuminated check engine light or battery signal, swollen battery case, corrosion-covered posts, and subpar electrical performance may all indicate that your battery needs attention.

You can also get a Free Battery Test at your local Firestone Complete Auto Care. Stop by for a free battery test and, if needed, get your Toyota Corolla a replacement battery. Car batteries are only one of our many strong suits. Our technicians are familiar with Toyota-specific recommendations for Corolla battery cold cranking amps and reserve capacity. Get help identifying the type and size of battery that fits your car perfectly, and schedule a weekday or weekend battery replacement service for your car.

Toyota recommends changing your 2012 Corolla’s oil at regular intervals. Your Corolla may need an oil change right away if your check engine/oil change light is on, you hear knock knock knock coming from the engine, smell oil inside the vehicle, or notice excess 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.

Whether you need high mileage oil, synthetic oil, or conventional oil, you'll find the right 2012 Toyota Corolla motor oil at Firestone Complete Auto Care. Check your owner's manual and talk with a technician to select the right Toyota Corolla oil, whether it's Quaker State® Advanced Durability™ conventional oil, Pennzoil® High Mileage Vehicle® motor oil, Pennzoil Platinum® Full Synthetic motor oil with PurePlus™ Technology, or Shell Rotella® heavy-duty engine oil. During your oil change service, one of our techs will change your Corolla’s oil, replace and recycle the old oil and filter, inspect the rest of your car’s filters, refill vital car fluids, and perform a courtesy inspection on your entire vehicle. Make an appointment for an oil change service today and let the oil experts take care of your Corolla's engine.

Regular engine tune-ups can optimize your Corolla’s power on the road. Your local Firestone Complete Auto Care offers a range of engine tune-up services for your 2012 Toyota Corolla. One option is the standard Firestone Tune-Up. The standard Firestone Tune-Up includes new spark plugs (and installation!), a thorough inspection of engine components, and a lifetime parts warranty*. The second service focuses on your Corolla's filters, specifically replacing the air filter and fuel filter. Our third service is a thorough cleaning of the fuel system. During this type of tune-up, we use a three-step process to get rid of harmful varnish, dirt, and carbon deposit buildup in your Corolla’s fuel injectors, throttle body, and throttle plate. This can improve your fuel system’s performance (and therefore, your engine’s performance). Consider this when choosing a tune-up service for your Corolla: your vehicle’s maintenance record and mileage can determine which service is best. Ask one of our technicians what your vehicle needs, based on your driving habits and your car’s current condition.

*Check with a teammate at Firestone Complete Auto Care for complete terms and conditions regarding warranties.

During the first few years you had your 2012 Toyota Corolla, the ride was probably so smooth that you didn’t even think about it! Now, however, things are starting to feel a little rough. Perhaps your Corolla feels bouncy, leans to one side, or makes an unusual noise when going over a speed bump. As soon as you notice that something’s “off” with your 2012 Toyota Corolla, bring it in for steering and suspension services. We’ll get to the source of your car problems and, if steering and suspension service is needed, we’ll explain what your car needs and how much it’ll cost to get it done. We won't begin any work without your permission.

Technicians at Firestone Complete Auto Care are ready to help you address your 2012 Toyota Corolla A/C problems. In this A/C performance inspection, we’ll check out the current condition of your 2012 Toyota Corolla A/C system to see if repair work is required. We’ll test overall system performance, check for any leaks, and measure the system pressure.

When we perform an A/C repair on your 2012 Toyota Corolla, 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 perform an evacuation (also known as a discharge) on the entire system per Toyota guidelines. To finish, we’ll add new refrigerant to recharge the A/C system.

The transmission delivers power from the motor to your wheels so that you can drive at your desired speed. Because of the transmission’s responsibility to translate the right dose of power into the right amount of speed, a tiny transmission issue can take a major toll on your car’s performance. Toyota Corolla transmission problems can present themselves as shifting delays, grinding or jumping during acceleration, the car shaking at any speed, or whistling noises or a burning smell coming from beneath the hood. If you ignore Toyota Corolla transmission issues your could suffer a loss in fuel efficiency or discover that your Corolla’s not even driveable. Our technicians know how to service your 2012 Corolla up to Toyota-recommended standards. If you think there’s something wrong with your Corolla’s transmission, schedule an appointment at your local Firestone Complete Auto Care to help diagnose, treat, and prevent major transmission issues.

Every service performed at Firestone Complete Auto Care includes a multi-point Courtesy Check. The technician will begin by testing your Toyota Corolla's battery to find out how much charge is remaining on it. After we’ve inspected your Toyota Corolla’s battery, we’ll visually inspect your windshield wiper blades, lights, filters, hoses, alignment, tires, fluid levels, and belts.

While every visit to your local Firestone Complete Auto Care includes a Courtesy Check, you can also request a Complete Vehicle Inspection for your 2012 Toyota Corolla if you suspect there may be a bigger problem. A Complete Vehicle Inspection includes everything in a Courtesy Check, plus a hands-on examination of your exhaust system, steering and suspension, and brakes. This inspection is aimed at informing you of any major problems that could wreak havoc on your 2012 Toyota Corolla 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. Specific requirements for these types of inspections vary by state.

Keeping up with regular radiator maintenance in your 2012 Toyota Corolla is essential for long-term engine health. Toyota recommends that you replace coolant (also called antifreeze) at certain intervals, but it’s also wise to keep an eye out for signs of a failing radiator. You might be driving around (or about to be stranded) with a failing radiator if you see coolant leaks under your car, high engine temperatures, or a dashboard light that indicates low coolant.

If you bring your vehicle to Firestone Complete Auto Care, we start with a comprehensive inspection of your Toyota Corolla’s cooling system. We then do a machine-powered radiator exchange, replenish flushed chemicals, sealants, and lubricants, and then pressure check for leaks. If you’re about to lose your cool over a too-hot engine, rest assured that we’re here to give your 2012 Toyota Corolla the top-notch service it needs.