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When you are shopping for a new vehicle, you probably aren't giving a lot of thought to the type of spare tire that your vehicle comes with. This is more of a convenience item that will be necessary if you do get a flat tire. You can either change your flat yourself or have someone else do it for you, but having the spare tire on your vehicle when you need it is very beneficial.

There are two types of spare tires and different manufacturers include either one or the other, depending on the car. 

Your four-wheel-drive (4WD) vehicle is equipped with a different transmission setup than an all-wheel-drive vehicle. If you have a true 4WD vehicle that can switch between two-wheel-drive and 4WD on demand, then you will have what is called a transfer case with your transmission.

The transfer case is engaged when the driver makes the switch from 2WD to 4WD. This is what distributes power to both the front and rear differentials to give you a true 4WD experience. 

It is cold and you are in an empty parking lot hopelessly turning the key and listening to the engine not respond. You just put in a new battery a month ago, and had the alternator checked, what possibly could it be leaving you stranded at such a time? In all likelihood, that would be a bad accessory drive belt, the linkage between your battery and the alternator that allows to be charged.

The full service provided at Mountain States Toyota in Denver, CO can help ensure that this important piece of the engine is working properly. 

During this long winter season, it is highly advisable that you as a car owner ensure that you are maintaining a full gas tank. Though filling a gas tank to the fullest may be an expensive choice during this winter season, the effects that can be caused when the tank is not full will be costlier.

During the winter, it is highly likely that condensation may occur in your gas tank if the gas tank is not full. This is because of the air present in the gas tank where the gasoline is lacking. The water presence in the gas…

The dashboard is the main information center between a car and driver. As such, important warning lights may become active, indicating potential trouble brewing. When this happens, it is important to know what they mean. Our service staff at Mountain States Toyota will be happy to help with any problems to keep you safely driving through Denver and beyond. Here are some of the most common issues:

• Check Engine: This light can mean a wide array of both simple and dangerous problems. A diagnostic tool, such as those in our service department, can accurately figure out the issue. 

The cold weather can put a lot of unwanted wear and tear on your vehicle. The colder temperatures make your engine work harder and the underside of your vehicle sees a lot of salt and other road debris which can be devastating to many of the parts and materials under there. Your tires need to be kept in good condition as well in order to properly grip the roads on those icy, cold days.

We know how much you are dreading the cold weather because we are dreading it too, but before the temperatures drop, now is the time to…

Can you put a price tag on your peace of mind? Probably not, but it does help to have backup coverage in case of an emergency, doesn’t it? If you’ve ever gotten a flat tire or had wheel troubles while on the road, then you know how stressful it can be. That’s why Toyota is offering a Tire and Wheel Protection package to drivers.

The road surface can be a dangerous place. Help ensure you're covered with Tire and Wheel Protection. See your dealer for details. pic.twitter.com/reKjMhvIKz

— Toyota USA (@Toyota) May 30, 2017…

Ever have one of those days? Sure, it’s all sunny and bright outside when you leave the house in the morning, but by mid-day, you get soaked running to the local deli on your lunchbreak. We hear you. And so does Toyota:

Have confidence in knowing your vehicle is protected with a Vehicle Service Agreement from @ToyotaFinancial. See your dealer for details. pic.twitter.com/KpQc9JzhCi

— Toyota USA (@Toyota) May 1, 2017

Enjoy an additional layer of financial protection when you choose to purchase a Vehicle Service Agreement from Toyota. 

Colorado living can often take a toll on your vehicle, which is why staying on top of your service appointments can greatly extend its lifetime. Stay one step ahead of any unforeseen bumps in the road or weather changes by scheduling a service appointment here at Mountain States Toyota.

We proudly host an onsite service and repair center that happily caters to each and every one of your vehicle's needs. Whether you need a quick t

Camping is a beloved pastime for plenty of Denver, CO area residents; but camping out while you wait for your car's routine maintenance to be performed is a thing of the past.

When you bring your Toyota into our service center, you can ditch your duffle bag and leave the s'mores fixings at home--we will have you in, out, and back to your regular scheduled in the most time effective manner possible.