Just when you thought there was an automotive issue that we hadn’t covered here at Avondale Nissan, a person came to our service department with a question. “Do I need to change my brake fluid?” Wow, good question. It’s not something we generally encounter in our service bay, and it’s also something that isn’t much discussed in the automotive world at large. So we did a little homework, asked around our service department, and here’s what we can tell you about the oft-ignored subject of brake fluid.
Category Archives: Auto Service
Care for your Car Year-Round at Avondale Nissan!
A funny thing about writing as frequently as we do about auto service is that, for better or worse, it’s a year-round thing. So, while we certainly can suggest tips for maintaining your vehicle on a seasonal basis, it often makes more sense to figure out how you can make your service a year-round affair. The best way to do this is to break it down into warmer and colder months, and to then use this simple guide to care for your car year-round. For all of your service needs, visit us at Avondale Nissan, and have safe travels out there!
Five Common Reasons that a Check Engine Light comes on
In your automotive life, few things are quite so dreaded as the orange glow of a “check engine” light. What does it all mean? Do I need to take my car in right away? My car doesn’t feel any different than it did just a couple of days ago! The truth is, a check engine light can turn on for literally dozens of different reasons, some major, some minor. Here are the five most common reasons that a check engine light turns on, each of which might require a visit to us here at Avondale Nissan.
Get to Know the Nissan Xtronic CVT
The last decade or so has been extremely exciting at Nissan dealerships nationwide, and for a reason that might not be immediately obvious. However, the 2002 shift from automatic transmissions toward the now-popular Xtronic Continuously Variable Transmission (or CVT, for you cool kids out there) was one that has had seismic ramifications throughout the auto industry, and it’s led to a lot of questions from drivers from all areas. So know we at Avondale Nissan are here to help you get to know the Nissan Xtronic CVT, now available in models across the entire Nissan lineup.
Feeling the Grind? Five Signs of Transmission Problems
When you think of Avondale Nissan, what comes to mind? For most people, it’s legendary models like the Maxima and Titan, both of which have been fully revised for 2016. However, for still more motorists, the need for auto service is also of major significance, which is why we dedicate a whole section of our blog to auto service. Don’t believe us? Well, here it is. And today, we’re going to continue the service parade with a look at signs of transmission problems. Any sound familiar? If so, you’d better hightail it to Avondale Nissan!
Four Facts about your Auto Air Conditioning
In the deepest throes of an Arizona summer, it stands to reason that your vehicle’s air conditioning has become an area of concern. There’s a lot that many of our visitors at Avondale Nissan don’t know about air conditioning, and that can present a whole host of problems for those hoping to beat the heat. Here are a few important facts about auto air conditioning that you might not have considered, from your friends (and certified service pros) here at Avondale Nissan.
Radiator Trouble 101: What to do when your Car Overheats
With the Arizona heat tightening its grip on summer travelers, you might have noticed more cars sitting forlornly on the side of the road than normal. As you might have guessed, this is frequently the result of unrelenting heat, which can wreak havoc on your car’s innards. So, what to do when your car overheats? Where to turn to? The service department at Avondale Nissan has your answers right here.
What are Some Common Suspension Problems?
Since the summer travel season is unmistakably upon us in the Phoenix area, it’s time for us to take a little and consider our cars’ suspension. Even though many of us might be quick to dismiss this problem out of hand, it’s an extremely important system in your vehicle, and is crucial to the success of any vacation. So let’s take a brief look at your car’s suspension, shall we? If you’ve had any of these common suspension problems, pay us a visit at Avondale Nissan!
What are these Noises Coming from my Car?
When you’re driving, do you ever notice noises coming from your car? Sometimes, if you’re experiencing an automotive issue, your car will tell you exactly what the problem is with a few telltale sounds. So what are the sounds, and what do they mean? At Avondale Nissan, we offer a full-service automotive department where we’d be happy to eliminate these noises, and the stress that comes with it. Let’s dig in to some sounds, shall we?
Four Easy Ways to Extend the Life of your Tires
If we might be allowed a little bit of hyperbole, we believe that tires are the Rodney Dangerfield of the automotive world–they don’t get any respect. However, we at Avondale Nissan feel differently. Not only are we grateful for the safety that our tires provide, we also do our best to make sure that they maintain a long and healthy lifespan. (We’re still talking about tires here, right?) So, to ensure that this happens, we’ve got a quick checklist to help extend the life of your tires.