2014 Toyota Highlander Corrosion Prevention

8,000 MILES • 6 CYL • AWD • AUTOMATIC
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FEICHTC
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When I purchased this vehicle, the dealer told me I did not need to get it undercoated even though I live in Ohio where roads are heavily salted during winter. He said the metals used in todays cars are resistant to corrosion. Is he correct, or should I still consider getting my vehicle undercoated since I plan to keep it indefinitely?
Oct 10, 2014 at 12:19 PM
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CJ MEDEVAC II
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IF YOUR CAR IS STAINLESS STEEL OR FIBERGLASS WOULD NOT WORRY ABOUT IT!

LOOK AROUND YOU, EVEN DOWN HERE IN S.C., STEEL WILL RUST!

I'D PLAY IT SAFE THEN SORRY - IF I LIVED UP THERE, MY RIGS WOULD GET A DOUBLE COAT, WITH SPECIAL ATTENTION TO ALL OF THE FRAMEWORK

THE MEDIC

Oct 10, 2014 at 1:57 PM
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MHPAUTOS
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Get the under body seal, Toyota uses a factory coating, but for added protection get it treated.
Oct 10, 2014 at 11:41 PM
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