2002 Toyota Solara Tires, Repair & Service

Other than getting the proper tire size, you also want to think about a couple of other things when getting new Toyota Solara tires like which tire brands you like most and where you drive. When thinking about your driving conditions, consider where you live (mountains vs. city vs. countryside) and the kind of weather can catch you off-guard. (Watch out Tornado Alley!) Drivers in states that fully experience all four seasons often buy two sets of tires: one for summer and one for winter. Other drivers buy one set of all-season tires instead. That way they don't have to return to the tire shop and their vehicle is always ready for sun, rain, and light snow!

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

Firestone Complete Auto Care installs more tires on more cars than most other companies. We're a tire store that also offers professional tire installation, maintenance, and rotation, along with complete auto care. We make it easy to buy new 2002 Toyota Solara tires online and book an installation appointment at the same time.

No driver looks forward to car repairs. But we work to provide you with a different experience at Firestone Complete Auto Care. When you come to us for 2002 Toyota Solara repair services, rest easy knowing that your Solara 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. We value your trust, so we recommend only the repairs we think are necessary for your safety on the road.

Several factors can affect the cost to repair your 2002 Toyota Solara, including which repairs are needed, the cost of any replacement parts, the labor involved, and where you live. We update them regularly to keep our deals fresh!

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You might have a strong and reliable engine in your Toyota  Solara. But if you can’t stop it, it’s as good as 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. What's more, waiting for things to figure themselves out can result in more damage to your brakes and your wallet. Go to your local Firestone Complete Auto Care for 2002 Toyota Solara brake repairs. We offer a variety of brake services like brake pad/shoe removal and replacement, brake rotor/drum resurfacing, brake fluid exchange, and brake caliper and wheel cylinder installation.

You don't want to go to just anyone for drivetrain repair. Drivetrains for front, rear, and all-wheel-drive and 4WD vehicles are all different. You want to go to Firestone Complete Auto Care. We can take care of most 2002 Toyota Solara drivetrain components Your Toyota Solara 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 Solara’s suspension system, the connection between the vehicle and the wheels. 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. Before we adjust the alignment of your 2002 Toyota Solara, we’ll start by checking the current alignment angles. Then, we’ll adjust the angles as needed until they match recommended measurements from Toyota.

When your Toyota Solara 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 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 want to provide you with the information you need to make an informed engine repair decision. Choose Firestone Complete Auto Care for Toyota Solara engine repairs and you can feel confident knowing that we use Toyota-approved parts and components like the timing chain or belt, oil gasket, ignition coil, or other parts.

Firestone Complete Auto Care is here for you when your 2002 Toyota Solara needs flat tire repair or inspection. In some cases, a tire doesn’t have to be replaced – it can be plugged and patched with a simple repair. Depending on the damage, though, a repair might not be the right move. Our technicians can determine which option is best for your situation. 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 your 2002 Toyota Solara tire puncture can be repaired, the repair process is actually fairly simple: (1) Take the tire off the wheel for easy inspection, (2) fill the puncture to keep the moisture out, 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 Solara maintenance, and no need to wait until something goes wrong. Rely on the recommended maintenance schedule that’s been created just for your 2002 Toyota Solara! This recommended maintenance schedule is written by the auto manufacturer, Toyota themselves. Driving conditions, climate variations, and other variables can affect which scheduled maintenance services you’ll need; however, recommended maintenance usually includes services like tire rotations, vital fluid checks/exchanges, filter changes, brake pad replacement, and oil changes. Staying on track with routine service appointments can help your Solara perform better, keep you safer on the road, and maybe even save you the headache of dealing with common 2002 Toyota Solara problems in the future.

Head to your nearest Firestone Complete Auto Care in your 2002 Toyota Solara for factory-recommended routine maintenance 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. Every Courtesy Check will include a visual inspection of your Solara. 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 spot for 2002 Toyota Solara 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. Check your battery regularly and replace it as needed so it doesn’t leave you and your Toyota Solara stranded. Look out for symptoms of a faulty car battery. A sluggish engine start, a blinking battery or check engine light, bloated battery case, corroded battery posts, or dim headlights can all be signs that your battery is waving goodbye.

You can also get a Free Battery Test at your local Firestone Complete Auto Care. Stop by for a free battery test and, if necessary, a battery replacement to help keep your 2002 Toyota Solara running! Car batteries are only one of our many strong suits. Our expert technicians understand Toyota service recommendations for Solara car batteries’ reserve capacities and cold cranking amps. Get help choosing the battery size that matches your vehicle, and schedule an appointment today for a quick car battery replacement.

Toyota recommends having your 2002 Toyota Solara’s motor oil changed at regular intervals. No matter the mileage, your Solara 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 notice an unusual amount of exhaust. You may also need an oil change more frequently than Toyota recommends if you haul heavy loads, drive in dusty terrain, go off-roading a lot, or go at low speeds on long distance trips.

Whether you need high mileage oil, synthetic oil, or conventional oil, you'll find the right 2002 Toyota Solara motor oil at Firestone Complete Auto Care. Consult Toyota's recommendations to select the right  2002 Solara 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 your oil change service, one of our techs will change your Solara’s oil, replace and recycle your used oil and filter, inspect all of your other filters, top-off important fluids, and visually inspect the rest of the vehicle. Make an appointment for an oil change service today and let the oil experts take care of your Solara's engine.

Periodic tune-ups can bring more power back to your Solara’s engine. Your nearest Firestone Complete Auto Care location has several options to choose from when it comes to Toyota Solara engine tune-up services. 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 Solara. Specifically, we replace the fuel filter and air filter. Yet another service is a fuel system cleaning process, which involves removing varnish, dirt, and carbon deposits that have built up inside the fuel injectors, throttle body, and throttle plate in your Solara. This can improve your fuel system’s performance (and therefore, your engine’s performance). Keep in mind that your Solara's mileage and maintenance history can uniquely impact its tune-up needs. Chat with a Firestone technician before you jump into a specific service to ensure your engine tune-up money is well-spent.

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

When you first bought your 2002 Toyota Solara, 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 Solara feels bouncy, sways 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 2002 Toyota Solara, bring it in for steering and suspension repairs. We'll get to the root of the problem and, if your Solara suspension system needs repair, we’ll go over the services you need and how much they will cost before we do any work.

Our trained technicians will do what they can to solve your 2002 Toyota Solara A/C problems. During an A/C performance check, we'll determine the condition of your 2002 Toyota Solara A/C system to determine whether repair work is needed. This check will include an examination of system pressure, a visual inspection, and a leak test.

When we perform an A/C repair on your 2002 Toyota Solara, 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 use Toyota’s specifications to evacuate the system. 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, even the smallest transmission problems should be addressed right away. 2002 Toyota Solara transmission problems can show up as shifting delays, jumping or grinding during acceleration, the car shaking on the road, or whistling noises and a burning smell coming from under the hood. Let Toyota Solara transmission problems linger and you might notice your fuel economy decrease or discover that your Solara’s not even driveable. Our technicians know how to service your 2002 Solara up to Toyota-recommended standards. If you think there’s something wrong with your Solara’s transmission, schedule an appointment at your local Firestone Complete Auto Care to help keep your engine running at peak performance.

At Firestone Complete Auto Care, we perform a multi-point Courtesy Check during any vehicle service. The technician will begin by testing your Toyota Solara's battery to see how much charge it has left – and determine if it may fail in the near future. After we’ve inspected your Toyota Solara’s battery, we’ll visually inspect your lights, windshield wipers, filters, hoses, alignment, tires, fluid levels, and belts.

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 2002 Toyota Solara if you suspect there may be a bigger problem. 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 and suspension system, brakes, and exhaust components. The goal of this type of inspection is to unearth significant issues that might wreak havoc on your 2002 Toyota Solara if left unaddressed.

Depending on your location, your local Firestone Complete Auto Care may be able to perform state-mandated inspections or safety tests on your vehicle. Inspections are performed on a state-by-state basis and requirements vary.

Staying on top of routine radiator maintenance for your 2002 Toyota Solara is a huge factor in the longevity of your engine. 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. Your radiator could be close to causing an engine breakdown if you see coolant leaks under your car, high engine temperatures, or a dashboard light that indicates low coolant.

At Firestone Complete Auto Care, we start by performing a thorough inspection of your Toyota Solara 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. From the heater core to the radiator cap, we’ll take excellent care of your 2002 Toyota Solara at Firestone Complete Auto Care.