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Does Cold Weather Reduce Your 2018 Nissan LEAFâ€™s Range in Mill Creek?
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(Posted on Feb 9, 2019 at 07:59AM by Robert Bacon)

Dear Robert,

Iâ€™ve been thinking about getting a 2018 Nissan LEAF, but my friend said their range is awful if the weather is cold: is he correct?

Thanks,
Sandra

Hi, Sandra!

To say the 2018 Nissan LEAFâ€™s range is "awful" in cold weather is simply not true. However, harsh conditions can reduce its range somewhat.

When the temperature drops to freezing or below, a heater will turn on automatically to protect a few of the model's components. This unit is powered by the vehicle's battery so, unless the LEAF is charging at the time, it will consume some of its energy.

Cold temperatures can also affect your range while driving, as lithium-ion batteries donâ€™t operate optimally when they get too cold or hot.

A test conducted during winter in Norway saw the 2018 LEAF travel 124 miles before depleting its battery. This means it achieved 80% of its EPA rated 151-mile range in some of the lowest temperatures you could ever drive in.

To summarize: although very low temperatures can reduce an electric vehicleâ€™s range, the effects aren't too extreme.

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

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Car Maintenance Questions

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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Car Maintenance Questions

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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Car Maintenance Questions

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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Driving Questions

Mill Creek: Should You Put Braided Lines on Your 2018 Nissan 370Z?
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(Posted on Feb 4, 2019 at 07:59AM by Robert Bacon)

Dear Robert,

Iâ€™ve just picked up a 2019 Nissan 370Z and my friend suggested that I fit it with braided lines. Is this something I should consider? What would the benefits be?

Thanks,

Andy

Hi, Andy!

Congratulations on picking up the new 2019 Nissan 370Z, itâ€™s a fantastic machine. Braided lines do offer some performance benefits over conventional hoses: let me explain.

The outer wall of a braided line is made from stainless steel which makes it more durable but also expensive. The standard hoses which come on most vehicles are rubber.

The inner wall of these hoses is comprised of Tefl, this means they expand a far less than their rubber counterparts. This translates to a firmer pedal with more feedback and, ultimately, better braking.

The other big advantage braided lines have over rubber ones is that theyâ€™re practically bulletproof. Although they could succumb to a pinprick leak, itâ€™s quite rare.

The braking system on the 2019 370Z is already extremely good, so whether or not you feel the need to upgrade is entirely your choice.

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

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