2018 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Car Maintenance & Repair

Make an appointment for repair and maintenance for your 2018 Toyota RAV4 at Firestone Complete Auto Care. You read that right, the technicians at the Toyota dealership aren't the only people who can service your hybrid vehicle. From the front tires to the taillights, your hybrid 2018 Toyota RAV4 will be cared for like it was our own. Our technicians are trained to perform everyday maintenance and more on your 2018 Toyota RAV4, including brake pad/rotor replacement, tire service and repair, cabin air filter replacement, wheel alignment, A/C service, and even windshield wiper replacement. Learn more about Firestone hybrid car care, and book an appointment now for Toyota RAV4 maintenance.

Every hybrid vehicle is different. Some are named "hybrids" because they rely on battery power to propel or assist in propelling the vehicle. A hybrid vehicle might plug-in to charge, and some hybrids have regenerative braking. Some hybrids even come equipped with a conventional 12-volt battery and a high-voltage battery. With so many differences in hybrid vehicle systems, it's important that you visit someone who knows your 2018 Toyota RAV4 from bumper to bumper. We've got you covered. Your local Firestone Complete Auto Care location is equipped to provide low voltage and conventional services for all hybrid vehicles, including Toyota RAV4s.

Select locations also offer high voltage services. A high voltage service is anything that requires 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 confirm the high voltage services at your closest location. Some of these high voltage vehicle services may include:

Hybrid vehicle diagnostic: Once we understand the reported issues, a diagnostic is the next step we take when you bring your 2018 Toyota RAV4 in to identify the root cause. a diagnostic is performed to get to the bottom of the trouble with your 2018 Toyota RAV4. With more information in hand, your technician can assess your hybrid car problems and perform additional tests, if needed. We won't make any repairs until you give us the thumbs up.

Hybrid high voltage battery cooling system inspections: Your technician will inspect the RAV4'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 RAV4 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: During this test, the technician will use a special tool to check for any high voltage components that are "leaking" electric energy to the chassis.

Remove and replace hybrid electric battery: Is your Toyota RAV4's high voltage battery not as strong as it once was? Let us replace it for you.

Health check for power electronic systems: We'll review the regenerative braking, power inverter, and/or electric drive machine(s)/motor(s) in your 2018 Toyota RAV4.

These are just a few of the more specialized hybrid car services that might be offered at your local Firestone Complete Auto Care. Call ahead to confirm!

Don't wait for odd leaks, smells, or sounds to stop by for hybrid vehicle care. Investing in 2018 Toyota RAV4 manufacturer suggested maintenance is one of the best ways to help avoid repairs from the get-go! Your nearby technician can tackle your RAV4 scheduled maintenance to help keep your car running newer, longer.

All of us at Firestone are working to reimagine the future of hybrid vehicle service. You're part of our team every time you take care of your 2018 Toyota RAV4! Schedule an appointment now for great quality hybrid vehicle service and repair for your RAV4. Many locations remain open into the evening and on weekends.