One of the most important things you can do to keep your vehicle safe is to make sure your tires are in proper working condition. This means that you need to stay on top of both the tread and the pressure. Here are some things to keep in mind before hitting the road here in Meridian, MS.
Avoid overlooking the “little things” when charging a car battery because these things tend not to be so minor. Making sure the car and battery charger are both off before doing anything seems advisable. Carefully cleaning the battery terminals becomes necessary, and this job requires a steady hand.
If you've ever used your headlights or listened to your car's radio, then you've taken advantage of your alternator. Most people know that the alternator has something to do with the electrical system of their vehicle but don't know much else. To help you gain valuable insights into the operation of your vehicle, we at Nissan of Meridian offer this basic guide to how an alternator functions.
If you like having a spotless car but you’ve been avoiding the daunting task of cleaning under the hood, these tips are sure to make the process seem a little less challenging. The team at Nissan of Meridian in Meridian, MS is standing by to help you get the most from your vehicle, and we invite you to visit our location for any and all vehicle repair and maintenance services.
Summer tires, winter tires, or all-season tires? Picking the right one is important, and it mostly depends on your climate and how you drive. Most tires need to be replaced after three to four years. When you replace worn tires, you want to make sure that your tires will last and stay within your budget. Summer tires work best in hotter weather due to their rubber components, which are softer than normal tires.
Nissan of Meridian likes being able to share helpful information with car buyers in the local community. There are many different types of fluids in your vehicle. A leak means that you have an issue, but where is the problem? Learning how to spot these common fluid leaks will help you determine which car part is affected.
There are different issues that can come up with your brake pedal and those issues can stop the brake from working like it is meant to work. Our team at Nissan of Meridian is here to make sure that you are informed about all things vehicle-related and that you know when your brake pedal needs to be repaired or replaced.
If you press your foot down on the brake pedal in your vehicle, that pedal should feel firm beneath your foot. It should not push down too easily. It should not be soft. It should not feel spongy in any…
The crew at Nissan of Meridian wanted to lessen your chances of trouble on the road by helping you to pack a roadside emergency kit correctly.
The most important thing in your emergency kit will be your flashlight. Don't forget to place a bunch of new batteries in the kit too in case your stranded the entire night.
Bring a small first-aid kit so you can tend to any number of little injuries while you are waiting for help.
Inside the kit should be a box of tools that include pliers, wrenches, a socket set, hammer, screwdriver, knife, scissors…
Your car's headlights are the first thing oncoming traffic sees when you drive at night or on a 2-lane road. Because of this, it's very important you keep your headlights in perfect condition. Have you recently noticed a problem with your headlights? It's time to figure out what the problem could be.
A common issue with headlights is simply that the bulbs burn out. LED bulbs occasionally need to be replaced. Your technician may need to remove your car's bumper to do this but can perform the change quite easily. Another problem could be that the…
Your car's ignition switch gets used more than almost any other switch in your vehicle. This means that it can wear out the fastest. The switch is located on the steering column of your car. If your ignition switch is not working properly, your car may fail to start or will stall after you have turned the engine on. If you notice that your car stalls soon after you start it, this could be a sign of a faulty switch.
Your ignition switch also powers on many of the electronic accessories in your vehicle. If the car turns on…
