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At Nissan of Chattanooga East we service many cars and trucks. Among the most common problems we encounter are worn brake pads. We want to help you understand the function of your brake pads and why keeping them in good working order is important to your entire braking system.

Brake pads create friction against the rotor when you press the brake pedal. This friction is what brings your car to a stop. Brake pads that are in need of replacement can make a grinding or growling noise when the brakes are applied. It is important that you handle the issue…

Whether you've recently purchased a car or you've had your vehicle for awhile, dealing with trouble is never a fun thing. One common problem car owners encounter is an exhaust leak. If you've never dealt with one before, you might be wondering how you can identify the signs of an exhaust leak. There are four things you need to know.

First off, an exhaust leak typically makes itself known with a hissing or popping noise in your engine. You may also notice that you have reduced gas mileage. If you have small leaks in your vehicle, this…

Flat tires happen to everyone and it can be bad for your tire and car to drive on a flat. Nissan of Chattanooga wants you to know all that you need to know about changing a flat tire.

When you notice that one of your tires is flat, you need to get your vehicle off of the roadway and into a place where you will be safe working on it. You then need to locate your jack and your spare tire. You need to secure your vehicle before you jack it up or start working on it. Switch out the…

Breathing clean air is something required for your health, but did you also know that your car needs clean air to operate at its optimal level, too? Your Nissan car or SUV features cabin and engine air filters that help to remove impurities from the air, including mold spores, pollen, and other debris, before you circulate that air in the passenger cabin or engine. From time to time, you will need to remove and replace your air filters so that you and your car can breathe easy.

How often should you swap out air filters, and how can you tell…

Drivers pay a premium for good towing packages and they want to use the towing features without worry. Whether you are towing for recreation or work, you should adhere to these safety features while towing your load.

First, read the owners manual for your vehicle while staying within the weight recommendations. Your vehicle may require a special type of hitch in order to tow properly. Practice towing prior to driving on the roadway with your load. Ensure that your brake and turn lights sync with the trailer. Bring a jack that can accommodate your trailers weight. 

If you have an issue starting your car, your first instinct might be that the battery is dead or dying. It can be difficult to tell whether your car is not working because of a dead battery or worn out ignition system, but there are some signs that can help you determine when your ignition switch or system needs repair.

If you notice smoke or smell something burning when you try to start your car, this is an indication that something is wrong with the ignition. It could be that the ignition fuse is shorted, which means it is receiving…

As your engine cooling system goes about its business, it pumps large amounts of a fluid called coolant through the engine, a network of hoses, and the radiator itself. On this journey, the coolant requires places to pool before entering and leaving the radiator, and these spaces are called inlet and outlet tanks.

The job of the inlet tank is to receive hot coolant flowing inbound from the engine. The steaming fluid pours into the inlet tank, from which it flows through the radiator core itself. 

If you own a car, you definitely know the importance of routine oil changes. You've probably also heard about synthetic and conventional oil. Although you've probably heard the two terms in passing, you might not know the differences between them. Even if you're not a mechanic, the terms can be understood pretty quickly and easily with the help of the Nissan service experts at our Chattanooga auto department.

Synthetic oil, simply, is oil that is made completely with synthetic materials, and it's blended in a lab. 

As you drive throughout Chattanooga, the tread on your tires slowly starts to wear away. Eventually, you will need to replace your tires as the tread disappears. To extend the life of your tires, you will want to have them rotated to even out the wear. This is when it's important to visit our service department at Nissan of Chattanooga East.

At our Nissan service station, we look forward to working with you. We'll measure the tread on all four tires and then rotate as needed. 

They say that April showers bring May flowers, but that doesn't mean that this month is any less rainy than the previous month. In fact, here in Tennessee, we're likely to be treated to plenty of stormy days throughout spring and summer. And while that may be great for the flowers, it's not going to be so welcome for those with worn-down windshield wiper blades on their cars. Fortunately, whether you're in need of new wiper blades or even just some tips on keeping your current ones in tip-top shape, we're well-equipped to help here…