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Newcastle: How do You Stop Bugs From Sticking to Your 2018 Nissan Titan?
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(Posted on Feb 17, 2019 at 12:00AM by Robert Bacon)

Hi Robert,

Iâ€™ve been doing a lot of driving recently and, as a result, bugs are piling up on my 2018 Nissan Titanâ€™s grille. Is there any way of preventing this?

Thanks,
Ken

Hi, Ken!

Unfortunately, once the miles start racking up, so do the bugs. There isn't a lotÂ you can do to prevent them from hitting your 2018 Nissan Titan,Â but you can make it easier to clean its grille.

The best thing to do is grease your truckâ€™s grille before you hit the road.Â Once you reach your destination and clean yourÂ vehicle, the bugs will slide off more easily.

Some people suggest covering your grille in car wax but this can be hard to spread evenly over all the bends and corners.

People have been known to use spray-on cooking oil, but this often contains lecithin which is a fatty acid. Over time this will form a gummy coating on your grille and make bugs stick to it: this definitely isnâ€™t what you want.

There are automotive products specifically designed for this purpose which contain lanolin. They wonâ€™t become sticky over time and donâ€™t wash off easily with water: this is what you should use.

Make sure to give your truck a quick wipe every time you take a long trip. When you let the bugs accumulate, it's harder to get them off.

Thanks for the question, Ken! Contact Kirkland Nissan, Washington again if you need anything else.

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Why is There a Humming Noise Coming From my 2018 Nissan Kicks in Newcastle?
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(Posted on Feb 16, 2019 at 05:00PM by Robert Bacon)

Dear Robert,

Iâ€™ve noticed a humming sound coming from my 2018 Nissan Kicksâ€™ tires whichÂ seems to be getting louder. My friend said this happens when there are issues with the alignment: is he right?

Thanks,
Mary

Hi, Mary!

All cars, including your 2018 Nissan Kicks, produce a humming or drumming sound in the air chamber as they travel. Itâ€™s only really an issue if this noise starts to get louder.

If youâ€™ve noticed that the humming sound has been getting louder over the past while, this could indicate a problem with your vehicle's alignment.

As your car's alignment gets worse, it causes the vehicle's ride to become more unstable. This, in turn, creates irregular tire movement which loudens the humming or drumming sounds in the air chamber.

If you haven't gotten your tires balanced in a while then this could be the problem with your Kicks. But, without inspecting your car, I can't say what the issue is for sure.

I recommend that you call into our Service Department and let the Technicians have a look at your vehicle.

Thanks for the question, Mary! Please donâ€™t hesitate to contact Kirkland Nissan, Washington again.

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Newcastle Drivers: Why do Your 2018 Nissan Sentraâ€™s Brakes Smell?
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(Posted on Feb 16, 2019 at 07:59AM by Robert Bacon)

Hi Robert,

Iâ€™ve been getting a burning smell from my 2018 Nissan Sentraâ€™s brakes recently and itâ€™s worrying me. Do you have any idea what could cause this?

Thanks,
Peter

Hi, Peter!

There are a few reasons your 2018 Nissan Sentraâ€™s brakes could give off a burning smell. This may be down to a mechanical issue or the way youâ€™re driving.

If a caliper has seized, it could cause one of the pistons to stick on and drag against the rotor. This creates extreme heat and is like driving with one of your brakes constantly applied.

It could be down to you braking very hard or often while youâ€™re driving. This is especially something to consider if you regularly ride down steep hills and use the pedal to keep your vehicle at a steady speed.

Finally, one of the most common reasons you would get the smell of burning is if youâ€™re riding the brake while driving. This happens more often when people leave their left foot hovering over the pedal, so be mindful of this.

Thanks for your question, Peter! Please donâ€™t hesitate to contact Kirkland Nissan, Washington again if you need anything else.

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Mill Creek: Does Your 2018 Nissan Kicks Have Low Brake Fluid?
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(Posted on Feb 8, 2019 at 08:55PM by Robert Bacon)

Dear Robert,

Iâ€™ve noticed my 2018 Nissan Kicksâ€™ brake pedal feels spongy and travels a lot further when I press it. My Father said the brake fluid is probably low; could this be the case?

Thanks,
John

Hi, John!

Itâ€™s hard to say what exactly is causing this issue with your 2018 Nissan Kicks, but itâ€™s possible that your brake fluid is low.

Brake fluid is required to apply pressure to the calipers so, if it thins out, more force is needed to get the same effect.

The first reason your vehicle might be running low is that, just like pads and discs, old brake fluid thins out over time. So, if you haven't brought your car in for a service at the recommended intervals, this could be the problem.

The other reason this liquid may be low is that there is a leak somewhere in the system. This would be a very dangerous issue as you may set off one day without realizing that your brakes donâ€™t work whatsoever.

Either way, I think you should take your Kicks into our Service Department and let the Technicians have a look at it.

Thanks for the question, John! Contact Kirkland Nissan, Washington again if you ever need anything else.

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Why Does my 2018 Nissan Rogue Take Longer to Start in Mill Creek?
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(Posted on Feb 8, 2019 at 07:59AM by Robert Bacon)

To Robert,

My 2018 Nissan Rogue is taking longer than usual to start. I know engine problems relating to combustion are sometimes due to bad spark plugs: could this be the case?

Thanks,
Tony

Hi, Tony!

Iâ€™m sorry to hear youâ€™re having problems with your 2018 Nissan Rogue; I canâ€™t say what's going on for sure without inspecting your vehicle, but bad spark plugs definitely could cause this problem.

Spark plugs ignite the air/fuel mixture in your vehicleâ€™s cylinder: this is what starts your car's engine and keeps it running.

As your plugs get older, the gap at the top of them widens which slows the spark down and makes it weaker. If this is the issue with your Rogue, it would result in a few extra churns to start its engine.

The problem is, a bad battery or starter could also cause this issue. So, it would be best for you to come down to our Service Department and let the Technicians determine what exactly is happening.

Thanks for your question, Tony! Donâ€™t hesitate to contact Kirkland Nissan, Washington again if you ever need anything else.

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How do You Stop Your 2018 Nissan Sentraâ€™s Windshield From Freezing in Mill Creek?
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(Posted on Feb 5, 2019 at 08:03AM by Robert Bacon)

Hi Robert,

My 2018 Nissan Sentraâ€™s windshield keeps freezing at night, and I'm sick of taking the ice off each morning. Whatâ€™s the best way to prevent this from happening?

Thanks,
Joe

Hi, Joe!

Getting the ice off your 2018 Nissan Sentraâ€™s windshield is a real pain; itâ€™s not only annoying but some of the methods people use to clear the glass can actually damage it. Here are a few tips to prevent the car's windows from freezing in the first place.

If you rub half an onion on your windows before the temperature drops at night, it will stop frost forming on the glass. You could also spray a mixture of vinegar or alcohol and water to get the same effect.

You might want to pick up a night-before de-icer which can be found at practically any auto service shop. This works well and will produce the same effects as the methods mentioned above.

Donâ€™t make the mistake of covering your windshield with newspaper, itâ€™s too thin and can stick to the glass which causes an even bigger headache.

Thanks for the question, Joe! Please contact Kirkland Nissan, Washington again if you need anything else.

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Marysville: Could Bad Spark Plugs Cause Your 2018 Nissan Rogue Sport to Smell Like Gas?
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(Posted on Jan 31, 2019 at 07:25PM by Robert Bacon)

Hi Robert,

I noticed a smell of gas coming from my 2018 Nissan Rogue Sportâ€™s exhaust the other day. I've heard that this could be down to worn out spark plugs: am I correct in thinking this is the case?

Thanks,
Geoff

Hi, Geoff!

There are a few reasons a smell of gas could come from your 2018 Nissan Rogue Sport's exhaust, but it's definitely possible worn out spark plugs are the cause.

When plugs foul or wear out they produce a colder spark: the result isÂ incomplete combustion.

Since not all of the fuel is burnt in the combustion chamber, the excess raw gasoline escapes out of the exhaust. So, this could be whatâ€™s happening in your vehicle.

If this is the issue with your Rogue Sport, its fuel economy will be suffering and you should replace the spark plugs at your earliest convenience.

I canâ€™t say that this is the problem with your car without inspecting it; so Iâ€™d advise you to call into our Service Department and let one of the Technicians have a look.

Thanks for your question, Geoff! Contact Kirkland Nissan, Washington if you need anything else.

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Lynnwood: What Does Your 2018 Nissan Kicksâ€™ Transmission Fluid do?
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(Posted on Jan 25, 2019 at 07:59AM by Robert Bacon)

Hi Robert,

My new 2018 Nissan Kicks has spiked my interest in car maintenance. I'm embarrassed to say it but I have no idea what purpose transmission fluid serves: could you enlighten me? My car has an automatic gearbox by the way.

Thanks,
Elizabeth

Hi, Elizabeth!

Itâ€™s great to see someone taking an interest in whatâ€™s happening underneath their hood. The transmission fluid in your 2018 Nissan Kicks is essential to keeping it everything running correctly.

Transmission fluid is a slippery liquid which acts as a lubricant for all of the moving parts in your gearbox.

In an automatic car, this fluid also acts as a coolant and a viscous liquid which transmits power from the engine to the transmission.

How long you can go before changing your fluid varies depending on what car you drive. For some automatic vehicles, it could be required once the model hits 30,000 miles. However, the typical service interval for this procedure is between 60,000-100,000 miles.

As you'll find in your owners manual, it's recommended you replace the CVT fluid in your 2018 Kicks every 60,000 miles.

Thanks for the question, Elizabeth! Contact Kirkland Nissan, Washington again if you need anything else.

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Lynnwood: What To Do About Your 2018 Nissan Sentraâ€™s Cracked Windshield
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(Posted on Jan 24, 2019 at 01:43AM by Robert Bacon)

Hi Robert,

I was driving my 2018 Nissan Sentra the other day when a stone hit and cracked my windshield. The damage doesnâ€™t look too severe so Iâ€™m not sure if I should do anything about it. Do you have any advice?

Thanks,
Jennifer

Hi, Jennifer!

Iâ€™m sorry to hear about the damage caused to your 2018 Nissan Sentra. To get straight to the point, you should always do something about a cracked windshield.

Windshields play a role in the structural integrity of vehicles, meaning they help to keep you protected. If yours is compromised, it may not do its job properly in the event of a collision. Apart from this, a crack or chip could impair your vision while driving.

Depending on their size, some cracks and chips can be repaired so you should take your Sentra to a company that specializes in this as soon as possible.

Cracks and chips tend to get bigger over time, eventually to the point that theyâ€™re irreparable. In this instance you would need to get a new windshield which would ultimately cost you more money than getting the problem fixed: so donâ€™t let this issue linger.

Thanks for the question, Jennifer. Contact Kirkland Nissan, Washington again if you need anything else.

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How do You Bed in Your 2017 Nissan Titan XDâ€™s Brake Pads in Lynnwood, WA?
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(Posted on Jan 20, 2019 at 07:59AM by Robert Bacon)

Hi Robert,

Iâ€™ve just had the brake pads changed on my 2017 Nissan Titan XD and the mechanic said I needed to â€œbed them inâ€. Iâ€™m not quite sure what this entails: could you take me through the procedure?

Thanks,
Mark

Hi, Mark!

'Bedding in' is something you can do to get the most out of a new set of brake pads. If you want as much stopping power as possible from your 2017 Nissan Titan XD,Â then it's an essential process.

The procedure transfers a thin layer of material from the outside of your pads to the vehicle's rotors. Doing this actually makes your brakes last longer and perform better by generating more friction.

The process comprises of acceleration and rapid deceleration, so you need to pick a safe location to do it.

Firstly, you should accelerate up to around 45 mph and then bring your Titan XD to a halt using medium-to-soft braking force. You need to repeat this three to four times.

Next, slow your truck down from 60 mph to 15 mph using aggressive braking force. Repeat this eight to ten times before letting the vehicle sit for a few minutes: your rotors and pads will need a chance to cool down.

Thatâ€™s all there is to it, Mark! Contact Kirkland Nissan, Washington if you need anything else.

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Newcastle: How do You Stop Bugs From Sticking to Your 2018 Nissan Titan?

Why is There a Humming Noise Coming From my 2018 Nissan Kicks in Newcastle?

Newcastle Drivers: Why do Your 2018 Nissan Sentraâ€™s Brakes Smell?

Mill Creek: Does Your 2018 Nissan Kicks Have Low Brake Fluid?

Why Does my 2018 Nissan Rogue Take Longer to Start in Mill Creek?

How do You Stop Your 2018 Nissan Sentraâ€™s Windshield From Freezing in Mill Creek?

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Lynnwood: What Does Your 2018 Nissan Kicksâ€™ Transmission Fluid do?

Lynnwood: What To Do About Your 2018 Nissan Sentraâ€™s Cracked Windshield

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