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Is your Nissan car's air conditioner not working well?

If so, you may want to schedule a service visit to our Ames, IA Nissan repair center for HVAC service. The temperature is only projected to get higher as summer goes on, so it's imperative to get those A/C issues rectified as soon as possible. And with our team of highly trained Nissan service technicians, there's no better place to turn to for all your Nissan A/C service needs than Lithia Nissan of Ames.

 

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A handy guide for your towing needs

If you have a truck or an SUV, you may want to do some towing, Whether you are towing a trailer with machinery for work or a boat or camper for recreational purposes, you need to know how to tow properly. Here's a handy towing guide from your friends at Lithia Nissan of Ames.

The most important factor to know when you tow is what your vehicle's towing capacity is. If you try to tow more than what your vehicle is rated for, it can cause damage and also lead to an unsafe situation on the road. You…

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Maintaining Proper Tire Tread and Tire Pressure

Lithia Nissan of Ames has some tips that we would like to share with you when it comes to the amount of tread on your tires and the pressure inside of your tires. 

  • Tires should be wearing down at the same rate. If one tire seems lower than the other, bring your vehicle in for an inspection. There could be a problem with your suspension or the alignment of your vehicle.
  • Don't rely too heavily on your tire pressure monitoring system. Check your tires regularly to make sure the proper amount of pressure is in there.
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Do You Need to Replace a Battery After Harsh Weather?

Batteries, like so many other parts inside a car, have a clock ticking next to them. In time, a battery dies out from age. Unlike many other parts, the weather can cause serious problems for a battery. Older, weaker batteries become more likely to fail, but even newer ones can, as well. Extreme weather could play a significant role in performance problems.

Cold weather is known to cause battery troubles, but why? The cold temperatures drive down a battery's capacity, so it has far less power to spare. 

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Your Tires May Be Damaged: Check For Signs Of Problems

There are always some signs that tires need to be replaced even before they get completely worn out. You should note these signs and look for them at all times to avoid any disasters out on the road. Check for cracking on the tires as well as any concerns related to cords showing.

Does your vehicle vibrate at all when you drive it? That is not something that should occur. There may be a number of reasons why this is happening, but bad tires are certainly on that list. You need to check on the quality of the tires as…

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