2018 Toyota Prius Hybrid Car Maintenance & Repair
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Don’t let unexpected car trouble get the best of you. Stay ahead of potential problems and schedule a routine Toyota Prius maintenance appointment today.
2018 Toyota Prius Maintenance
A little service can go a long way. Select a maintenance service below to learn about properly caring for your 2018 Toyota Prius.
Questions About 2018 Toyota Prius Hybrid Systems
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Are Toyota Prius hybrid vehicle systems more expensive to repair? It depends. Some high voltage items are only available as parts of larger units. We also offer promotional financing when you use the Firestone credit card.* (*Subject to credit approval.)
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Why is my Toyota Prius gas mileage getting worse? Let us check it out. Worsening fuel economy in your Toyota Prius may be related to a worn out or bad high voltage battery pack.
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Why is the check engine light on in my Toyota Prius? Your Toyota Prius check engine light is trying to tell you something! It might be because there is a dirty oxygen sensor or a bad fuse. Or, something more serious could be going on, like misfiring. It's a good idea to come in for a diagnostic when you notice an illuminated check engine light.
All-Around Care for Your 2018 Toyota Prius
Schedule an appointment for hybrid maintenance and repair. Firestone techs know all about your 2018 Toyota Prius! That's right, you don't have to go to the Toyota dealership for hybrid vehicle service. From the front tires to the taillights, your hybrid Toyota Prius is in great hands with us. You can trust our technicians for everyday maintenance for your 2018 Toyota Prius, like brake pad/rotor replacement, tire service and repair, cabin air filter replacement, A/C service, wheel alignment, and even wiper replacement. Learn more about Firestone hybrid car care, and schedule a convenient appointment for Toyota Prius maintenance.
Service the High Voltage Systems in Your 2018 Toyota Prius
Not all hybrid vehicles are the same. Some hybrids plug-in to charge, some don't. Others have regenerative braking, but not all hybrid vehicles. And most use battery power to propel or help propel the vehicle. And did you know? Some hybrid cars come with a traditional 12-volt battery along with a high-voltage battery. With so many differences in hybrid vehicle systems, it's important that you visit someone who knows your 2018 Toyota Prius from bumper to bumper. We'll help your hybrid run newer, longer. Your neighborhood Firestone Complete Auto Care location is fully equipped to offer low voltage and conventional services for all hybrid vehicles, including Toyota Priuss.
Select locations also provide high voltage services. A high voltage service is any service that includes removing the Toyota's high voltage safety/service disconnect plug/switch, servicing any high voltage cables, the power inverter, the electric machines/motors, the high voltage battery pack, high voltage A/C compressor, etc. Call ahead of time to check which high voltage services are offered at your location. Some of these high voltage vehicle services might include:
Hybrid vehicle diagnostic: Once we identify the symptoms, a diagnostic is the next step we take when you bring your 2018 Toyota Prius in to identify the root cause. a diagnostic is performed to get to the bottom of the trouble with your 2018 Toyota Prius. With the details gathered, your technician can solve your hybrid car problems or determine if any more tests need to be performed. No repairs are performed without your consent.
Hybrid high voltage battery cooling system inspections: Your technician will inspect the Prius's battery filter (if applicable) and clean the ducts of the battery. (This applies to air-cooled high voltage batteries. Liquid-cooled or refrigerant-cooled high voltage batteries are inspected differently.)
High voltage cable inspection: Your technician will visually inspect the outer cable jackets and connectors on your 2018 Toyota Prius and test to ensure high voltage is NOT transferring to the chassis. They'll let you know if the cable is damaged and needs replacement.
Isolation test: This test involves using a special tool to check for any high voltage pieces that may be "leaking" electric energy to the chassis.
Remove and replace hybrid electric battery: Is your Toyota Prius's high voltage battery a goner? Let us replace it for you.
Health check for power electronic systems: We'll examine the regenerative braking, power inverter, and/or electric drive machine(s)/motor(s) in your 2018 Toyota Prius.
This list only mentions a handful of more unique hybrid car services that your local Firestone location may offer. We encourage you to call before making an appointment.
Hybrid Maintenance for Your 2018 Toyota Prius
You don't have to wait for abnormal smells, leaks, or noises to come from your hybrid vehicle to make an appointment. Stay on top of your 2018 Toyota Prius manufacturer suggested maintenance items to help prevent issues in the first place! Our expert technicians can tackle your Prius scheduled maintenance to help keep your vehicle running newer, longer.
We get pretty "charged up" thinking about the future of hybrid car care. You're right there with us, too, whenever you drive and maintain your 2018 Toyota Prius! Book an appointment soon for high-quality hybrid vehicle service and repair for your Prius. Many locations are open in the evenings and over the weekend.