If you like to get off the pavement and explore the great outdoors, you also know that this type of driving comes with a certain amount of risk. Exploring new terrain is exciting, but it also means your truck is taking on obstacles no matter how simple the trail may seem. Rocks, roots, wayward branches, uneven ground… they can all do a number on your Orlando Toyota if you’re not careful. Four types of off-roading damage to look out for And sometimes, the damage may not be apparent at first glance. Toyota of Orlando is here to give you tips on how to assess, diagnose, and take care of off-roading damage. Check out these tips from our auto service and repair experts! Damage #1: Transmission damage As you take on new terrain (and possibly very uneven terrain), it requires a lot from your car’s performance capabilities. In order to keep up, your RPMs will likely spike and fall quite a bit and over time (and if you’re not mindful of it), this can cause transmission issues with your Orlando Toyota. If you have transmission problems, you may notice a leak under the vehicle or performance issues like your transmission slipping or difficulty shifting gears. Get your car to our autos service center so we can set you right. Damage #2: Misaligned wheels All of that uneven, rocky terrain can also cause issues with your wheel alignment. If your car gets knocked out of alignment, you’ll notice that it drifts to one side (even if your steering wheel is straight), pulls against the steering wheel, or that the steering wheel vibrates when you’re in motion. Alignment issues can quickly evolve into suspension issues and other problems, all of which can cost you a pretty penny, so be sure to address this off-roading damage ASAP. Damage #3: Body damage Body damage is pretty much a done deal if you go off-roading. Between rocks in your path and branches on the trail, you’re likely to end up with scratches, dings, and dents on your Orlando Toyota , and there’s really no way to avoid it. You’ll likely unearth it when you details your car after getting home, and then you can decide if you want to address and repair the damage at our Toyota of Orlando body shop later. Damage #4: Undercarriage damage This can be a tricky type of off-reading damage to both find and diagnose because it’s not often that you’re actually underneath your car. However, your undercarriage is where some VIP parts are housed, including the oil pan and exhaust system. If you notice leaks under your car, warning lights, or anything else that seems out of the ordinary, bring your car in for a diagnosis before the damage gets out of hand (and super expensive). Schedule auto repairs after off-roading at Toyota of OrlandoDoes your car need a little TLC after off-roading? Call us! Toyota of Orlando is open seven days a week at (407) 298-0001 and we’re located just off I-4 near the Millenia Mall at 3575 Vineland Road. LINKS: Off-roading damageCar care tipsOrlando Toyota maintenance for off-roadingTerrain safety tips