We all know the drill: temperatures begin to rise, flowers
bloom and everyone spring cleans their homes. But, wait. Why stop there? The
weather is finally breaking so it’s the perfect time to head outside and take
care of your Nissan that just endured winter. Do these five tasks to keep your
car running smoothly.
1.
Check
alignment and suspension: Winter is rough on the roads and, in turn, on
your vehicle, especially when potholes are plentiful. These conditions can
throw your car out of alignment.
Schedule an appointment today to have our
mechanics make sure everything is functioning properly.
2.
Look
under the hood: Some minor maintenance can be done at home, such as
checking fluids and filling the washer fluid. Be sure the engine is cool when
you check the oil and coolant levels. Filling the washer fluid is simple: just open
the cap with the windshield wiper image and fill it to the top.
3.
Change
your windshield wipers: After going through winter, windshield wipers can
be worn from all the snow and ice. Signals to look for are smearing and missing
spots. Installing new ones will help increase visibility in spring rains. If
you need assistance switching them out for new ones, come in and we’re happy to
help.
4.
Deep
clean the inside: Sometimes a spotless interior takes some work. This is a
perfect time to throw out unnecessary items, vacuum (yes, even under the
seats), and cleaning other materials with surface-specific cleaners. If animal
hair is a problem invading your vehicle, BuzzFeed
suggests removing it from upholstery with a spray bottle of water and
squeegee.
5.
Give it a
bath: Of course, we all want the exterior of our vehicle to look clean even
if the inside might not be that
spotless. Winter can add extra grime to the exterior of your ride thanks to
salt left on the road. To avoid corrosion, it’s important to wash your car promptly
after snowstorms.
