Key Takeaways from Your Car Owner's Manual

 You're probably over hearing us talk about how important it is that you have a working knowledge of your car (well, we're tired of saying it. So there). But, we can't say it enough, it really is important that you know something about your vehicle so you can diagnose service issues, get yourself out of a bind, and properly navigate your ride. One of the most helpful tools you receive with your vehicle (other than a spare tire and a jack) is your car owner's manual. Think of it like an all-in-one guide for everything you'd possibly ever want to know about your car. This guide book can make all the difference if you're trying to diagnose service issues, replace basic parts, or familiarize yourself with the features at your disposal. 

If you've never even cracked this bad boy open, Toyota of Orlando is here with some things you should take away from a quick read through. 

There's So Much to Find in Your Car Owner's Manual

Just like your textbooks have glossaries and indexes, the car owner's manual serves as a one-stop shop for all the key info on your vehicle. They can be found in just about every car out there and can really help you if you're in a bind or are just looking to do some DIY auto service. When browsing through your Orlando manual, here are a few things you should pay close attention to:

Fluid Types and Capacities

Without fluids, your car would be nothing more than a dried piece of metal with gears that can't grind. Between brake fluid, motor oil, coolant, and the rest, it can get intimidating and confusing trying to find the right stuff to put in your ride. The easy solution? Refer to your car owner's manual. There's a dedicated section for fluids that you should check out if you're in need of a top off. 

 Suggested Auto Service Schedule

Everyone has different needs and the same goes for your Orlando Toyota car. An auto service schedule for a luxury vehicle, like a Lexus, will look very different from that of a Corolla. Your owner's manual can help you here as well. Enclosed is a suggested auto service schedule with recommendations on the mileage you should hit before having to do maintenance for the oil, belts, brakes, and so on. 

How to Replace Various Parts

Auto service can be quite complicated and you might feel hesitant to try and replace anything yourself. But, there doesn't have to be any guesswork involved. Instead, crack open your Orlando Toyota car owner's manual and look for the section on replacing auto parts. This encompasses fairly simple components like light bulbs, oil filters, air filter, cabin filter, and more. While they may be simple parts, replacing them can be costly and doing them yourself can save you quite a bit of money and leave you feeling like a DIY pro. 

Got Questions? Navigate Your Car Owner's Manual with Toyota of Clermont

Have questions about your car owner's manual? Visit Toyota of Orlando at 3575 Vineland Road today!