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5 Fall Car Care Tips For Your Nissan | Albany, NY

Hello Fall! It’s officially fall, and we are freaking out! For one, we can’t believe that it is already fall and almost October for that! But fall is here, which means it’s a pretty exciting time to get your vehicle ready for the winter months ahead! Now, if your vehicle isn’t in space to get you through the winter months safely, there is still time to SAVE BIG on our September specials. All you have to do is head over to our specials page and schedule a test drive now!However, if you already have a beloved vehicle and you’ve been driving it around town all summer, it might be a good idea to check out our fall car care tips below! We know that your fall to-do list is pretty extensive, so the sooner you start, the better! But where should you start? Lucky for you we’ve got all the information you’ll need below to do some DIY fall car care! Not a DIY person? No problem! Our certified service technicians are here to help make your service experience seamless and simple! So head over to our site to schedule your service appointment and get your vehicle back into tip-top shape in no time! Have Your Brakes Checked:
  • It’s no secret your breaks are important, but in the winter months, it’s important they’re in shape to take on the winter weather. 
  • Make sure the brake pads/rotors don’t need to be replaced and have the brake line checked as well. 
  • Our team is more than qualified to help give you peace of mind and repair any issues we may find
Inspect The Battery: 
  • Check the battery connections to make sure they’re tight, clean and free of corrosion
  • Harsh winter weather can be hard on a vehicle battery, so you want to check the battery and charging system before the cold sets in
Check Your Tires:
  • Check tire tread depth
  • Look for any signs of wear and tear such as bulges and bald spots
  • Check the tire pressure, and adjust it accordingly using the PSI listed in your owner’s manual or driver’s side doorjamb
  • Tire pressure drops when the temperatures drop, so keep a regular schedule of tire pressure maintenance
Check Wiper Blades, Defrosters, and Heater:
  • Checking your cooling and heating system is important for your comfort, but it’s also important for your safety, too. Visibility could be hindered in the winter month due to frost, ice, snow, and other elements. 
  • Making sure your defroster is working, your wiper blades don’t have any cracks or are leaving streaks across your windshield
  • Generally, wiper blades should be replaced every 6 months 
  • Don’t forget the windshield wiper fluid! Most vehicles will warn you you’re running low but it is always a good idea to keep it recommended levels 
Check Your Lights: 
  • Your vehicle’s lights tend to be overlooked, but as the days begin to grow darker sooner, your lights become extremely important
  • Think about the last time you changed your headlights and taillights, if you can’t remember, chances are it’s time to change them! 
  • If they’re still running smoothly, give them a good cleaning to create better visibility
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