Genuine Toyota parts have been designed specifically to work with all parts of Toyota products and are also designed for specific models of vehicles. Although some Toyota models can and do use the same parts, there are differences between years, styles and other aspects of each and every vehicle on the road. Using a part that seems to match the particular repair job may fix that issue, but it may affect another part of the engine such as the transmission.

It is important to keep in mind that genuine Toyota parts, are identical to the part that you are removing or repairing. For example, Toyota Highlander parts would definitely be different than standard compatible parts. Genuine Toyota parts are already designed and calibrated to maintain the outstanding performance, power and drivability of your Toyota vehicle. If you do try to cut corners and use compatible parts you may get the repair done, only to find you are getting poor gas mileage, poor performance and a decrease in power; definitely not traits of a Toyota vehicle.

Toyota manufacturers offer a wide range of genuine Toyota parts for replacement. Many of these parts are items that have to be routinely changed in any vehicle to keep the engine running at its peak. Air filters manufactured by Toyota are one such item as they are essential in two different aspects of performance and power. First, they provide unsurpassed filtering with triple layer filters and specially designed materials to increase the seal and reduce vibrations. Using cheap compatible parts is likely to result in increased amounts of dirt and debris being sucked into your engine, resulting in decreased fuel efficiency. In addition, the compatible parts won't fit as tightly into the frame, resulting in rattling and vibration noises, even under normal driving conditions.

Oil filters, like air filters, are parts that routinely need to be changed to keep your vehicle running like new. Oil filters from Toyota feature bypass valves that kick in if the oil filter is clogged, allowing you to continue driving without a restricted oil supply that can damage the engine. In addition the filters prevent oil from draining back from the engine into the oil pan, decreasing wear and tear on the engine when starting. These two simple features found on genuine Toyota parts, just with regards to oil filters, will protect your engine and also help increase gas mileage.

Finally, remanufactured genuine Toyota parts are also recommended for repairs and routine maintenance. Remanufactured parts are a great idea for any project and, like new parts, are specifically designed for each different Toyota vehicle model. Aftermarket parts or compatible parts are generally designed to fit a range of vehicles, meaning they are not an exact replica of the part the engine was originally designed with. Getting these remanufactured parts is a great cost and time saving feature, as you know they will fit without the necessity for kits or extra parts to make them work with your vehicle.