Optimizing Your Nissan’s Performance with Regular Engine Checks

​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​Maintenance is important for every vehicle, even a Nissan. Nissan maintenance is different from maintenance at a regular mechanic. As your Nissan dealer, we use only genuine Nissan parts, and all repairs are performed by Nissan-trained technicians to provide the highest level of service possible. These are a few of the maintenance tasks we can perform.

Tire Rotations

Your tires will eventually wear out. They’re subject to constant abrasion as you drive, as small flecks of rubber break off. Other causes of tire wear include their position on your car, extreme heat or cold conditions, and even sunlight. It might seem strange, but direct sunlight gradually causes a tire to lose its elasticity. Reduced elasticity can cause cracks to develop and lead to leaks of a blowout.

We can rotate your tires to increase their lifespan. This procedure involves shifting the tires from positions of increased wear to positions of reduced wear. Rotating the tires helps to equalize wear and tear, allowing each tire to wear out at a relatively similar rate.  Regular rotations also allow you to more easily plan for eventual tire replacement.

Battery Check

The battery supplies the power that enables your engine to start. It supplies the initial electrical charge that causes the engine to crank. As the engine cranks, the combustion process begins. Once combustion has started, your engine will continue to run under its power until you switch it off.

A regular battery check is an essential part of good maintenance, as a dead battery can leave you stranded. During this check, we connect your battery to our battery tester. This machine subjects your battery to a series of tests and then analyzes the results. If your battery is healthy, we advise checking it again in a year. If your battery is failing, we can replace it while you wait.

Fluid Replacement

Your Nissan contains a wide range of fluids, each of which performs an important role in your car’s performance. Some of the most important fluids are engine coolant, transmission fluid, oil, and brake fluid. Additional fluids with a more limited role include AC refrigerant and windshield washing fluid.

Over time, some of these fluids lose their special properties and can even cause damage to your engine. Coolant, for example, becomes acidic as it ages and this can damage your cooling system. During fluid replacements, we draw some of the fluid to test for any issues, and then we drain the fluid and replace it. We also check any associated seals or gaskets for signs of leaks.

Regular maintenance is the key to a long and healthy life for your Nissan. Contact our service department today at Ed Martin Nissan of Fishers in Fishers, IN.

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