Brimell Toyota
5060 Sheppard Avenue East, Scarborough, Ontario, M1S 4N3
What is a serpentine belt? Toyota vehicles are equipped with a serpentine belt, also known as a drive belt. By “snaking” around the various pulleys, both sides of a serpentine belt can grip and be used to drive components such as the alternator, power brakes, power steering pump, water pump, and air conditioning compressor. How long do serpentine belts last? Generally, serpentine belts last...
What is the purpose of antifreeze/coolant? Antifreeze/coolant is designed to keep your engine running at normal operating temperatures and to prevent freezing during the cold winter months. Why is an antifreeze/coolant replacement important? Over time and kilometers driven, your antifreeze/coolant loses its chemical properties and becomes contaminated with rust and scale deposits which reduces...
What is the purpose of a brake fluid? Brake fluid is responsible for moving the various components of your Toyota’s braking system and preventing corrosion within this system. Brake fluid operates under high temperatures and extremely high pressure. Without it, your vehicle would not be able to stop when you push your brake pedal. How long does brake fluid last? Brake fluid is hygroscopic,...
What is the purpose of spark plugs? Spark plugs supply the spark that ignites the air & fuel mixture, creating the explosion that makes your engine produce power. What problems occur with spark plugs? Spark plugs deal with a high amount of heat and contaminates that negatively affect their function. Continued driving past the recommended replacement interval can lead to difficult vehicle...
What are shocks & struts? The purpose of shocks & struts is to maximize your tires’ contact with the road, especially on poor road conditions and in severe braking situations. Toyota has optimized the design of their shocks & struts to handle most road conditions while providing a comfortable ride – although safety is always the primary concern. How long do shocks & struts last? Over 120,000...
What is a Brake Service? A Brake Service involves the inspection, cleaning, and lubrication of all the brake components. During the Brake Service, the Toyota Certified Technician will measure the brake pad thickness to ensure proper braking function. Why is a Brake Service important? Your brakes are the single most important safety component in your Toyota. Having a Brake Service every 12...
What is the purpose of differential fluid? Differential fluid is designed to cool and lubricate all the differential components. What problems occur in differential fluid? Differential fluid deals with a high amount of heat that negatively affects its lubrication and coolant properties. Continued driving past the recommended service interval can lead to premature wearing and expensive repairs....
What is the purpose of transmission fluid? Transmission fluid is designed to cool and lubricate all the transmission components. What problems occur in transmission fluid? Transmission fluid deals with a high amount of heat that negatively affects its lubrication and coolant properties. Continued driving past the recommended service interval can lead to premature wearing and expensive repairs....
What is the purpose of a battery? The battery provides the power to start your engine and run all the electrical components throughout your vehicle. What problems occur in the battery? Battery terminals can develop corrosion that blocks the flow of power from the battery to the electrical system. Continued driving past the recommended service interval can cause ignition problems and lead to a...
What is the purpose of the EGR valve? The EGR valve recirculates a portion of the exhaust back to the engine to reduce harmful emissions and air pollution. What problems occur in the EGR valve? The EGR valve develops soot and carbon deposit build-up over time, which negatively affects its operation. Continued driving past the recommended service interval can lead to a damaged EGR valve and...
What is the purpose of brake pads? Brake pads are designed to squeeze together against the brake rotor to slow down or stop your vehicle. What problems occur with brake pads? Brake pads are wear-items and continued driving past the recommended replacement interval can lead to compromised braking and expensive repairs. How is this corrected? Your Toyota Certified Technician will replace the old,...
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