Toyota Camry Maintenance Schedule
As the proud owner of a Toyota Camry, you know that regular maintenance is the best way to keep your car running like new. Aside from your regular engine oil and oil filter changes, there are many aspects of your vehicle that require routine checks to keep them functioning properly.
At Daytona Toyota, we want to do our best to help our local customers in Daytona Beach, Ormond Beach, and Palm Coast, FL care for their cars. Because of this, we’ve compiled a Toyota Camry maintenance schedule to help you keep up with your regular maintenance. Then schedule a service appointment with us whenever you need!
Six Months or 5,000 Miles
At six months or 5,000 miles, whichever comes first, your engine oil and oil filter will require changing. At this time, you should also rotate your tires. These three services will occur on this schedule for the life of your vehicle, so it’s helpful to schedule them at the same time.
This is also a great opportunity to check and adjust all fluid levels, visually inspect your brakes, inspect or replace your wiper blades, and check installation of your floor mats. In addition, reset your oil replacement reminder light (MAINT REQD) or the “OIL MAINTENANCE REQUIRED” message on your dashboard display.
Twelve Months or 10,000 Miles
At one year or 10,000 miles, whichever comes first, it will be time for another engine oil and filter change, and tire rotation. This is also a good time to inspect the braking system, automatic transmission fluid, drive axle boots, exterior light bulbs, cooling system, steering and suspension components, fuel lines, ignition wires, and reset maintenance warning lights.
Eighteen Months/15,000 and Thirty-Six Months/30,000 Miles
At these intervals, the following systems need inspection:
- Ball joints and dust covers
- Brake lining and hoses
- Drive shaft boots
- Engine coolant
- Exhaust pipes and mountings
- Radiator pipes and mountings
- Steering gear box
- Steering linkage and boots
Determining your Driving Conditions
While this schedule is sufficient for normal driving conditions, more rigorous driving or severe conditions may require more frequent maintenance.
Examples of extreme driving conditions:
- Salt-treated, dusty, or muddy roads
- Short commutes
- Frequent stop-and-go driving
- Low-speed driving over long distances
- Extreme hot and cold climates
If any of these conditions fit your driving routine, your vehicle may need more frequent inspections of brakes, exhaust, steering linkage and ball joints, and axle and suspension.
Schedule your Service Appointment at Daytona Toyota
Now that you have this handy guide, it should be much easier for you to commit to regularly-scheduled Toyota Camry maintenance. Not only will you extend the life of your vehicle, but you’ll also retain its value and save yourself time, trouble, and money with serious repairs and major system breakdowns.
When it comes time for your Toyota Camry’s maintenance, the professional service technicians at Daytona Toyota are here to help. If you’re in Daytona Beach, Ormond Beach, or Palm Coast, stop by Daytona Toyota to speak to our knowledgeable service staff and schedule a service appointment for your Toyota Camry. Contact us today!