Get Ready For Holiday Travel This Winter

Before we know it, we will be hitting the road for our winter travel holidays, from going out for Thanksgiving to going out to visiting family during Christmas. However, before you leave your West Bend home in your Nissan, you should know how to get it ready for your winter holiday travel. Trust Russ Darrow Nissan near West Bend to get your Toyota ready for all of your adventures.

How Does Winter Car Care Differ Than Summer

While you may have quite an adventure in the West Bend area during the summer months, summer preparation work may not help you out in winter. For example, you can get by with less tire tread in the summer than during the snow that comes in the winter. Your Nissan's car battery undergoes less stress in the summer months than freezing cold temperatures in winter near West Bend, WI. For these reasons, it's best to have your Nissan tuned-up before winter sets in to keep it running strong throughout winter.

Engine Coolant Is Checked

The engine coolant is important in the summer months as it keeps the vehicle from overheating and the motor from getting too hot. In the winter months, though, the engine coolant plays an additional role in not freezing when the vehicle isn't running. This is why it's important to use coolant, also known as antifreeze, instead of just water to keep your engine's temperature regulated. If you use water for the summer months, our technicians can exchange the water in your cooling system with antifreeze with a simple service.

Checking The Tires For Proper Condition

Winter holiday travel will be difficult if your tires are bald. Bald tires, or tires with tread less than 2/32" compromise your safety and the safety of others sharing the road with you. Swing by our service center and ask our technicians to inspect the quality of your tires to ensure they have enough tread for your holiday travels, and are free from punctures or other damage that may not be apparent at first glance.

Why Use Russ Darrow Nissan of West Bend

Getting your Nissan ready for winter is often easy to do. However, if you want to guarantee that your vehicle is ready for the winter months, you should schedule an appointment with our service center before you head out. This will help get your vehicle ready for the winter holiday travel you're planning. Our central location in the West Bend area makes it easier for you to get to the service department and get your Nissan ready for winter.