Top 5 Spring Maintenance Tips at Nissan Downtown
5 Spring Maintenance Services You Can’t Ignore
With warmer weather on the way, it’s officially time to shake off the winter chill and make preparations for spring. A good start is by doing exactly what everyone wants to do once the sun comes out: grab the hose and give your vehicle a good scrub down to get rid of the salt. A good spring cleaning goes much deeper than that, though–your Nissan has been through a lot and deserves the best care after the gruelling trials of Toronto’s biting winter! Not to worry–the team at Nissan Downtown have laid out their top 5 recommendations for getting your Nissan ready for your next trip. Keep reading to make sure you make the most of the season without any nasty surprises down the road!
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Protect Your Windshield
Your Nissan’s wipers have worked hard all winter to keep your windshield clear of snow, grit, rain, and debris, but this takes its toll in the form of wear and tear. Keep an eye (and an ear) not just on your wipers’ appearance, but their function as well–telltale signs that they need replacing include squeaking, skipping, or damage to the rubber that stops them from scraping your windshield. If you notice any of these issues, book your Nissan in for a wiper blade replacement at Nissan Downtown and keep your windshield crystal clear.
Change Out Your Tires
Winter tires are designed to perform in conditions under 7°C and use a deeper tread in order to maximize their traction on wet roads. Unlike many tires, winter tires can stand up to deep snow and ice, but they won’t do you much good in warm weather. In fact, their soft rubber compound will likely put you in a dangerous situation on roads hotter than they are designed to deal with. We suggest you book a service appointment with us for a quick tire change service. Not only will we fit you with the right set of tires for the season, we’ll store your winter tires safely in our onsite facility so they’re ready to go next time you need them. While you’re at it, why not have your tires rotated and realigned for complete reassurance and save yourself multiple dealership visits?
Give Your Brakes a Break
The very same slippery surfaces your tires thrive on puts a lot of extra strain on your brakes. Snow, rain, and ice are all conditions that require much more careful driving, meaning you’re relying on your brakes a lot more than in dry conditions. As you might expect, too much wear on your brakes can have catastrophic consequences. Luckily, the service team at Nissan Downtown is more than qualified to perform a thorough inspection and fix any warning signs before they become more serious problems. The last thing you want is to be driving through downtown Toronto and have your brakes stop responding, so definitely book an appointment with us today for total peace of mind.
Don’t Burn Out Your Battery
Extreme cold can really drain your battery, so even if you haven’t had it for as long as three to five years, it’s possible it might already be running low on charge. The best way to know for sure is to book an appointment and have one of our Nissan technicians look at it. With how many functions your battery feeds power to, you don’t want to risk losing functionality in your headlights or air conditioning–especially with summer on its way! Even worse, total battery failure can result in a breakdown when you least expect it, posing a serious risk to you and your passengers.
Refresh Your Fluids
Lastly, you’ll want to make sure all of your Nissan’s fluids are topped up or changed as necessary, such as your oil and your engine’s coolant. So often we meet drivers who have completely forgotten to mind their fluid levels and end up with their engine seized up or overheated as a result, so we highly recommend making spring cleaning your reminder to either top these vital fluids up yourself or book an appointment at Nissan Downtown for a service.
Welcome the Spring in at Nissan Downtown
Our friendly team of Nissan-certified technicians offers so many important services that it’s likely we perform whichever one you need, and at no risk to your warranty. Why not start spring off right by giving us a call today or booking a service appointment online? We’ve seen so many Nissans roll through our doors that we’ll be no stranger to yours–in fact, we’ll treat it like a valuable member of the family, so don’t hesitate to stop by soon for your routine checkups and avoid needing a more serious procedure down the road. Now that spring has come and the days are getting warmer, it’d be a shame to waste them with your car in the shop when you could be out there having fun!