Maintenance Tips for Your Unused Vehicle in Lombard, IL
With many people working from home or opting to travel around Lombard using public transportation services, some Toyota vehicles go unused for prolonged periods of time. To ensure your Camry, RAV4, or Corolla is in proper working order for your next exciting adventure, our team here at Lombard Toyota has crafted the guide below!
Driving
Even if you don’t have any important errands to run, it’s a good idea to drive your vehicle regularly to ensure it performs the best it can. Completing brief 30-minute drives every one to two weeks offers a wealth of benefits for your vehicle, so be sure to give it a spin as often as you can. When the vehicle is in use, your battery will have a chance to recharge, which will prevent you from having to jumpstart your Toyota at an inopportune time. You’ll also have the opportunity to replenish your gas reserves, which limits the likelihood of corrosion. If you’re unable to operate the vehicle yourself, it’s a good idea to ask a friend or family member to conduct short drives in order to maintain suitable performance.
Routine Maintenance
Although you may only use your Toyota for infrequent trips to Terrace View Park, it’s still important to stay on top of its maintenance to limit inconvenient or expensive damage. Try to stick to a vehicle-specific maintenance schedule using the time frames provided by your Owner’s Manual. One important service to schedule regularly is an oil and filter change. Even if your vehicle sees limited time on the road, stagnant oil can lose effectiveness over time. Additionally, if your vehicle has been sitting idle for a lengthy period of time, your tires might be low on pressure, so be sure to inspect and re-inflate them as needed. If you experience poor performance as you make your way down I-355, schedule a service appointment with us so we can address any potential issues.
Storage
To keep your vehicle safe while it’s not in use, you should try your best to find a suitable location to store it. When your Toyota is exposed to extreme heat or cold for a long while, its exterior and internal components can become damaged. Ice and snow can chip away at paint, and bright UV rays can fade paint or even damage upholstery in the cabin. Under the hood, various internal parts could become corroded, resulting in uncomfortable and potentially dangerous drives. Ideally, the best place to keep your vehicle would be in a garage. However, if this isn't a realistic option for you, a high-quality car cover is a great alternative. If you have any questions about storage or what kind of cover to purchase, you can ask a technician in our Service Department!
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“ Ali and a shout out to Mr.GM ALEX. These guys went over and beyond to meet and exceed my expectations. Great service great people ”
“ I am very excited for my new car. Mr. Kenny was amazing and the process was great. ”
“ Kenny was very helpful he helped us get the car we was looking for. I would recommend him to everyone ”
“ Larry was great ”
“ Fernanda was absolutely amazing and helped me purchase the most incredible Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro! She was very friendly, knowledgeable, and courteous. Everything was perfect and I was in and out with the keys very quickly. Highly recommend Lombard Toyota for all your vehicle needs. Thanks again! ”
“ Worked with Ali, Tom and Geries to purchase a Tacoma. Very satisfied. ”
“ I had a great experience here at Toyota. They were quick and friendly and responsive to my questions. Jerry is great at what he does and so is Cal and I'm very happy with the experience and excited to drive my new vehicle home. ”
“ Kenny was a great help getting my new car ”
“ Kenny is very great person to help out buy new car. ”
“ Great service from Arthur, can’t wait to drive my Camry. ”
“ Worked with Geries. Very friendly and kept the process smooth ”
“ I had a great experience working with Yousef at Lombard Toyota while purchasing my 2026 Toyota 4Runner Limited. From the very beginning, he was professional, knowledgeable, and extremely helpful. When I first visited, the vehicle was still in transit, but he took the time to explain the pricing, features, and everything I needed to know. Yousef kept me updated throughout the process and contacted me as soon as the vehicle arrived. He made the test drive enjoyable, explained all the features clearly, and answered all my questions. He also worked with me to get the best possible deal and made the entire buying process smooth and stress-free. I highly recommend Yousef to anyone looking for a vehicle. His excellent customer service, honesty, and dedication made this one of the best car-buying experiences I've had. Thank you, Yousef, and Lombard Toyota! ”
“ Alex and Ali is great !!!! ”
“ Kenny Jordan was amazing ! Definitely exceed my expectations & Is a very genuine person & down to earth person. ”
“ Larry was great, very professional, and polite! ”
“ We ordered our 2026 Toyota RAV4 a month ago, our amazing salesman Yousef Sarkisyan helped us from the beginning until we took our new car home, we absolutely recommend this dealership and Yousef, great experience. Jamie Ignatovich. ”
“ I had a great experience at this dealership with sales rep Yousef! ”
“ Kenny Jordan was very patient and attentive to my vehicle needs. Definitely recommend Kenny Jordan, this is my third lease ”
“ All good. I needed a car asap and they hooked me up with a good price and rate that I needed and also took me to drop off my rental. Honest guys for sure ”
“ Ryan Tanner (Lombard Toyota) is incredible in terms of his attention to the customer's experience and absolutely lovely to work with and talk to. It's easy to see that he truly does advocate for his customers and that is something I deeply appreciate! ”
“ Great dealer experience and sales person A Ali was very nice and helpful!! ”
“ Service by Ali was user-friendly and great ”
“ Double A did a great job treating us today! Sultan was amazing as well! ”
“ Ryan is the best ”
“ My experience at Toyota of Lombard was very pleasant. The process was quick and hassle-free. Arturo was great. He's personable, professional, and working with him was a delight. The easy of our interaction was very much appreciated. Thumbs up! Thank you! ”
“ Wanted to thank Yousef Sarkisyan for helping us find and buy our 2024 Toyota Highlander. Yousef was very professional and courteous. ”
“ Thank you Joshua for being patient and helping me with my purchase. We will see you again for the next car ! ”
“ I bought a car from Larry; he was an excellent salesperson. ”
“ Arturo was a great sales person! He was helpful and informative. ”
“ Excellent customer service, Kenny was a pleasure to work with ”
“ Me and my wife purchased a 2026 Camry from Lombard Toyota, we met with the salesperson Yousef and he explained everything and made my purchase easy. Vincent To ”
“ Arturo was amazing and friendly to deal with! Everyone was very helpful! ”
“ Mr.Kenny, phenomenal man and was great with conversing and coming to middle terms. understood the assignment and executed! ”
“ I just want to say KENNY is absolutely amazing.. He was able to help my Son who just graduated to get his first car!!! Has a birthday gift. He took his time and put in all the effort needed to get my son what he wanted at a price that fits. I am so so grateful for his help since I couldn't be there myself. I would absolutely recommend this place just because of Kenny. Iou one ✅ ”
“ Joshua Coxey, give this man a raise! What an absolute gem. Extremely patient, will go the extra mile and easy to speak with. I went in for an oil change and inspite of an extremely overbooked schedule He was kind enough to help me out. ”
“ Ryan is the best! Thank you for amazing staff. ”
“ Ali got Ali a new car for eid ”
“ Great service and Sales. Very Friendly salesman, will surely hook you up for a great deal. Yousef is a real one. 1000% thank him for his high level patience and serving us until the very end. ”
“ Joshua was very professional and kind, very patient and gave us great options. ”
“ Thank you yousef for the great deal,I love my new camry ”
“ Geries was excellent great service ”
“ Edwin was great, no pushy salesman, allowed you to think of your options. Took care of your needs while waiting, offering snacks eyc while uou waited. ”
“ Overpriced in all the cars You will find a used car in the same price as a new car ”
“ I should’ve heeded the negative reviews. Scheduling a test drive was easy enough. They canceled it 1.5 hrs before the appointment due to a stop sale on the vehicle. They emailed this cancellation because they didn’t have my phone number. This cancellation email from Louie was titled “Pleased To Meet You!” ??? I read the email upon my arrival at the dealership right after one of their employees got me seated while requesting my phone number. Upon seeing the email stating the vehicle I was interested in couldn’t be driven, I got up to leave, only to be blocked in by a tall guy who was forcefully explaining they tried to cancel. That there is the biggest reason for the 1 star. If someone’s trying to leave, don’t block their way to yap in their faces. These people give Toyota a bad name. ”
“ Kenny has been amazing! helped with every step of the process making sure everything was ready on arrival for me! very kind and very reliable person! thank you so much for all your help! ”