2010 Toyota Highlander Repair, Service & Tires

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. 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. 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 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!

Driving style is next on the list to think about when buying tires. 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 Highlander.

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 2010 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 we work to provide you with a different experience at Firestone Complete Auto Care. Bring your 2010 Toyota Highlander in for repair services and our skilled repair technicians will get your Highlander back on the road. We’ll start by assessing what repairs may be needed, and we’ll provide you with a detailed explanation of what we recommend. We’ll never recommend a repair we don’t think is necessary for your safety or the performance of your Toyota.

The cost to repair your 2010 Toyota Highlander depends on the type of repair, costs of replacement parts or repair supplies, the labor involved, and where you live. But no matter your location, you may be able to save money with one of our many auto repair coupons or offers.

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You might have a strong and reliable engine in your Toyota  Highlander. 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! Unresponsive brakes make it tough to give the road your best. Plus, waiting can lead to more expensive parts wearing out and requiring replacement. Go to your local Firestone Complete Auto Care for 2010 Toyota Highlander brake repairs. We offer a variety of brake services like brake pad/shoe replacement, rotor/drum resurfacing, brake fluid exchange, 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 go to Firestone Complete Auto Care. We can take care of most 2010 Toyota Highlander drivetrain components Your Highlander might need driveshaft repair if you notice clunks when shifting, vibration as your vehicle accelerates, resistance when turning, or heavy vibrations in your floorboards.

An alignment involves making adjustments to your Toyota Highlander's suspension system, which connects the wheels with the rest of the vehicle. In an alignment service, the individual angles of your tires are adjusted so that they come into contact with the road in just the right way — the way Toyota intended them to. Bring your 2010 Toyota Highlander in for a wheel alignment and we'll start with an alignment check. After that, we can adjust your wheel alignment angles until they match Toyota’s recommended measurements.

When your Toyota Highlander 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. But if immediate repairs are necessary for your safety, we’ll make sure that's clear, too. We seek to give you all the info you need to make a smart decision about our services. Choose Firestone Complete Auto Care for Toyota Highlander engine repairs and you can feel confident knowing that we use Toyota-approved parts and components like the serpentine belt, motor oil seal, ignition coil, or a different component.

Firestone Complete Auto Care is here for you when your 2010 Toyota Highlander needs flat tire repair or inspection. There’s a chance your tire could be plugged and patched (rather than replaced). Our technicians can inspect your tire and let you know if it is safe to repair. To start, we’ll consider the location of tire damage, the type of issue, the size and scope of the damage, and the amount of wear on your tires.

If your 2010 Toyota Highlander tire puncture can be repaired, we'll follow three basic steps to repair it: (1) Separate the tire from the vehicle wheel, (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.

It can be overwhelming, but fortunately, there’s a resource that takes the guesswork out of routine Highlander maintenance. It’s as easy as following the recommended maintenance schedule that’s been written specifically for your 2010 Toyota Highlander! 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 oil changes, tire rotations, brake pad replacement, filter changes, and fluid checks and exchanges. Keeping up with routine service appointments is a great way to keep your Highlander running for longer, decrease your risk of dangerous malfunctions on the road, and prevent common 2010 Toyota Highlander problems.

Come to Firestone Complete Auto Care for manufacturer-recommended routine maintenance on your 2010 Toyota Highlander and our technicians will jump right in with 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 2010 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.

Generally, car batteries last from three to five years. You want to replace your 2010 Toyota Highlander battery before it fails and leaves you stranded. Watch for signs that your current battery is getting too old or too weak. A sluggish engine start, an illuminated battery or check engine light, swollen battery case, corroded battery posts, or dim headlights can all signal that your battery is on its last leg.

Or, you can get a complimentary battery check at your nearest Firestone Complete Auto Care. Stop by for a free battery test and, if needed, a replacement battery for your 2010 Toyota Highlander. Car batteries are one of our many specialties! Our expert technicians understand Toyota service recommendations for Highlander battery cold cranking amps and reserve capacity. Get help identifying the type and size of battery that matches your vehicle, and schedule a weekday or weekend battery replacement service for your car.

Toyota recommends having your 2010 Toyota Highlander’s motor oil changed at regular intervals. Outside of Toyota-recommended oil change intervals, your Highlander may need an oil change if your check engine light is on, you hear knocking sounds coming from the engine, smell oil inside the vehicle, or notice an unusual amount of exhaust. You may also need an oil change more frequently than Toyota recommends if you haul heavy loads, frequent dusty roads, go off-roading a lot, or go at low speeds on long distance trips.

Your local Firestone Complete Auto Care has the right 2010 Toyota Highlander motor oil: either synthetic or conventional. Consult Toyota's recommendations to select the right  2010 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 an oil change, a technician will change your Highlander's oil, replace and recycle your used oil and filter, inspect all of your other filters, top-off important fluids, and perform a free inspection on the rest of your vehicle. Let the experts take care of your Highlander’s engine by making an oil change appointment today.

Regular engine tune-ups can optimize your Highlander’s power on the road. Your local Firestone Complete Auto Care offers a range of engine tune-up services for your 2010 Toyota Highlander. The standard Firestone Tune-Up is one service option. The standard Firestone Tune-Up includes new spark plugs (and installation!), a thorough inspection of engine components, and a lifetime parts warranty*. 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 can improve your fuel system’s performance (and therefore, your engine’s 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. Chat with a Firestone technician before you jump into a specific service to ensure your engine tune-up money is well-spent.

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

When you first bought your 2010 Toyota Highlander, the ride was probably so smooth that you didn’t even think about it! Lately, though, your ride’s been feeling a little bumpy. Maybe your Highlander bounces, sways to one side, or makes a weird sound when you drive over a speed bump or turn. As soon as you notice that something’s “off” with your 2010 Toyota Highlander, bring it in for steering and suspension repairs. We’ll get to the source of your car problems and, if steering and suspension service is needed, we'll explain all of your options and the potential cost.

Technicians at Firestone Complete Auto Care are ready to help you address your 2010 Toyota Highlander A/C problems. During this initial A/C performance check, we’ll look at the state of your 2010 Toyota Highlander’s 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.

While your 2010 Toyota Highlander’s air conditioner is being serviced, we’ll also do an A/C evacuation and recharge. To start this process, a technician will flush out the old refrigerant from your vehicle’s A/C system. Next, they will evacuate the system according to Toyota's recommendations. 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 small transmission issue can put a big dent in your Highlander’s performance. 2010 Toyota Highlander transmission problems can show up as shifting delays, jumping or grinding during acceleration, a feeling of shakiness, or a burning smell or whistling sounds coming from under the hood. If you don’t pay attention to Toyota Highlander transmission trouble your could suffer a loss in fuel efficiency or discover that your Highlander’s not even driveable. Our technicians are trained to service 2010  Toyota Highlander transmission systems according to vehicle manufacturer recommendations. As soon as you suspect something’s wrong with your Highlander’s transmission, book an appointment at your local Firestone Complete Auto Care to help keep your engine running at peak performance.

Every service performed at Firestone Complete Auto Care includes a multi-point Courtesy Check. First, a technician will pop the hood on your Toyota Highlander and test the 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 Highlander's filters, lights, wiper blades, alignment, tires, hoses, belts and fluid levels.

We perform a Courtesy Check any time you bring your car to a local Firestone Complete Auto Care for service, but we can also dig deeper and perform a Complete Vehicle Inspection on your 2010 Toyota Highlander if you prefer. During a Complete Vehicle Inspection, we’ll visually check everything that’s on the list for a Courtesy Check. Additionally, we’ll perform an examination (by hand!) of your steering, suspension, brakes, and exhaust system. This inspection is aimed at informing you of any major problems that could need immediate attention in order to prevent further damage.

Depending on your location, you may be able to take care of your state inspection or safety test at your local Firestone Complete Auto Care. Specific requirements for these types of inspections vary by state.

Keeping up with regular radiator maintenance in your 2010 Toyota Highlander 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 could be on the verge of a radiator-induced engine breakdown 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.

At Firestone Complete Auto Care, we start by performing a thorough inspection of your Toyota Highlander cooling system. We’ll do a machine-powered coolant exchange on the system, and then we’ll top off or replace the fluids that were removed (like chemicals, lubricants, and sealants). Lastly, we’ll perform a pressure check to look for leaks. If you’re about to lose your cool over a too-hot engine, rest assured that we’ll take excellent care of your 2010 Toyota Highlander at Firestone Complete Auto Care.