Toyota repair and maintenance in San Mateo
Toyotas are built to last, and the right maintenance is what gets them to 200,000 miles and beyond. We service Prius and other Toyota hybrids, RAV4s, Camrys, Corollas, Highlanders, 4Runners and Tacomas, from 12-volt hybrid batteries and smog repairs to brakes, shocks and fluid services, and we tell you when a fluid or part still looks good.
Models we see
Prius and Prius family, Camry, Corolla, RAV4 (including hybrid), Highlander, 4Runner, Tacoma, Tundra, Sienna and the GT86 / GR86.
Common Toyota issues
| Issue | Models | What you notice |
|---|---|---|
| Weak 12-volt battery | Prius and other hybrids | Won't go into Ready mode (details) |
| EGR system clogging | 2010–2015 Prius | Misfires, rough running, check engine light |
| Hybrid battery cooling | Prius and others | Clogged intake filter or fan, hybrid warnings |
| Oil consumption | Some 2.4L engines (2007–2009 Camry, RAV4 and others) | Low oil between changes |
| Worn shocks and struts | Corolla, Camry, RAV4 at higher mileage | Rattles, bouncing, clunks |
| Brakes | 4Runner, Tacoma, Highlander | Pads and rotor wear; resurfacing often possible |
| Smog failures | All, especially older Prius | Check engine light, readiness monitors |
Maintenance that pays off on Toyotas
Fluid services by the schedule, including transmission, differential and transfer case where equipped, and hybrid inverter coolant. We check condition before replacing; one customer's newly purchased Highlander had differential fluid that looked nearly new, so we said to skip it.
Toyota owners on Gosch Bros
I had my 2009 prius "check engine" light on that somehow caused smog test failing… The check engine light issues were fixed. Smog test was passed.
I brought in my recently purchased, used 2013 highlander for a transmission service and rear differential fluid change… even let me know that my differential fluid was actually looking pretty new and wouldn't need servicing.
I brought my 2017 4Runner to them to have the front brake pads replaced and rotors resurfaced. They provided accurate quotes and gave multiple brand options for replacement parts.
I went to many auto shops asking for quotes on my Toyota Corolla to fix the rattling noise which was my shocks that needed replacement… the smoothness of my car was very rewarding. Im glad the noise disappeared.
Excerpts from verified customer reviews on Yelp.
More questions
Do you work on the Prius?
Yes, including 12-volt batteries, hybrid system diagnosis, brakes, inverter coolant, battery cooling fan cleaning and smog failures.
Is my Prius a catalytic converter theft target?
Unfortunately, yes. Prius converters are frequently targeted. A shield helps. What to do after a theft.
Do you work on Toyota trucks and 4Runners?
Yes. Brakes, suspension, fluids including differentials and transfer cases, and maintenance.