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Typically, we only think about our windshield wiper blades when we need them. Ideally, however, they would be something that got replaced regularly. The team at Fort's Toyota of Pekin knows the signs that it is time to swap out your wiper blades.

Is there an unpleasant squeak when you turn on your wipers? That is a definite sign that your wiper blades are nearing the end of their life. Another warning sign would be streaks being left behind. Even if these streaks are not impacting your visibility yet, they are only going to get worse over time.

Whether you’re a fanatic about automotive cleanliness or just a driver who’s all about appearance, you probably know the importance of having clean tires. If your tires are never cleaned, it can be harmful to the rubber and can cause dry rot. Stop at Fort's Toyota of Pekin to get some automotive cleaning supplies and also some tips from the experts on cleaning your tires.

When choosing a cleaning agent, be sure to choose one that doesn’t streak and will work on both the tires and the wheels. You’ll need a stiff nylon cleaning brush…

Let’s face it, routine maintenance or auto repair can be a bit of a hassle. That’s why our Toyota dealership works so hard to help our Pekin drivers receive Toyota service at their convenience and for less with Toyota service coupons. We know the importance of getting your Toyota checked out regularly by technicians like our expert team, and key maintenance like oil changes are a must for a healthy functioning vehicle.

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This 3,000-mile oil change rule was put into place decades ago when cars and oil technology were way more inefficient. We here at Fort’s Toyota of Pekin, based out of Pekin, IL, are here to dispel that myth.

You can actually travel at least twice as far between oil changes as recently thought. If you're interested in learning just how many miles you can go between oil changes in your specific automobile, then feel free to come by and see our highly trained oil service associates and they can shed some light on what type of maintenance…

The reasons why you should dump the water in the car's washer reservoir are numerous, but none more important to how unsafe that water is going to make your drive in the winter months. Consider these reasons to head to the Toyota service center here at Fort’s Toyota of Pekin so we can replace all that water with some premium windshield wiper fluid.

If the water remains in the tank when the temperatures drop under freezing, it could cause the wiper water system to fail. Water turning to ice will clog the lines and could damage all the…

Winter is coming up quick here in Illinois, and with unpredictable road conditions due to heavy snow, it is essential that your vehicle is readily prepared to take on the winter elements.