Destination Nissan’s Vehicle Fluid Guide | Albany, NY

Jul 20, 2024

Servicing your vehicle is something every car owner has to do to ensure that your vehicle stays running in tip-top shape. We understand that not every car owner is a car expert, in fact, many of us just schedule a service appointment, drop off our vehicle, and pick it up when it’s done without really understanding what goes into maintaining it. But this week, Destination Nissan is here to help you learn more about your vehicle’s fluid levels and why it is so important to ensure that they remain at the recommended levels. So, check out your vehicle’s levels, and be sure to schedule your service appointment with us if your Nissan is in need of a tune-up and a top off!

Destination Nissan’s Vehicle Fluid Guide:

Oil

What it does: cools your engine, lubricates moving parts, keeps moving parts clean
What to do: change it regularly (dealer recommendation) and check it monthly

Coolant

What it does: regulates your vehicle’s temperature.
Where to find it: in a reservoir near the radiator.
What to do: if the level is low (level is indicated on the reservoir) take the vehicle to the shop to get coolant topped up.

Power Steering Fluid

What it does: helps you steer the vehicle
Where to find it: a reservoir at the base if windshield.
What to do: same as above, if the level is low take your vehicle to the shop to get the fluid topped up.

Brake Fluid

What it does: helps braking mechanisms work properly
What to do: if the level is chronically low, your brakes could be wearing out.
Windshield Washer Fluid
What it does: helps clean windshields of dust, debris, bug guts, etc.
What to do: if you run out, get more at your local gas station and just refill the clearly labeled tank.