Planning a Long Trip by Car? Don’t Forget Our Tips

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You’re planning a long trip by car soon? To make sure your journey takes place without unpleasant surprises, some vehicle maintenance is in order. In this article, Nissan Services gives you precious tips for your Nissan vehicle and other car, SUV or truck models.


Check the Fluid Levels

To ensure your engine’s efficiency, you need to use different types of fluids. A fluid check is in order before you leave. The following fluid levels have to be checked:

  • Engine Oil Level: This oil ensures the lubrication of the various parts of your engine. It’s a good idea to check if the engine oil level is fine before you set off.
  • Coolant Level: This fluid prevents the engine from overheating. Checking your coolant is just as necessary.
  • Brake Fluid Level: This fluid is essential to ensure optimal braking.
  • Windshield Washer Fluid Levels: For good visibility on the road, make sure you have enough windshield washer fluid in the reservoir.


Your Nissan garage can do the work for you and replace the fluids if needed.

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Check Tire Pressure

Before you leave, bear in mind that vehicle maintenance is not limited to oil change, fluid check or brake check, for example. It’s also important to check tire pressure, especially since the vehicle is often more loaded than usual when you leave for a long car trip.

Tires that are not inflated enough can affect the vehicle’s stability on the road. The recommended tire pressure is between 30 and 35 PSI. While you’re taking care of this task, why not also have a look at your spare tire? It might come in handy in the event of a flat.

Finally, while checking your tire pressure, you can also take the opportunity to check tire treads. If your tires are too worn, change them!

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Check Your Lights and Windshield Wiper Blades

Before a long trip, take the time to check the state of your lights: Check your indicators, low beams, side marker lights and brake lights. All you need to do is turn them on to see if they work. On the road, visibility is vital, and other vehicles need to be able to see you. We suggest doing the same with your windshield wiper blades. If they are not effective, they won’t be very useful if bad weather occurs on your trip. If they don’t work well anymore, you need to change them.

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Pack the Necessary Accessories in Your Vehicle

It would be wise to have a certain number of accessories at hand in your vehicle or in the trunk of your Nissan car, or car of a different brand. Among the most important accessories, the following are particularly crucial:

  • Emergency kit (including blanket, jumper cables, portable power pack, flashlight, windshield washer fluid, reusable rag, water, non-perishable food, etc.)
  • First aid Kit
  • Emergency warning triangle
  • Reflective safety jacket


Though these items are basic necessity, and are useful at any time, before you leave it would also be a good idea to check if you have all the necessary tools in your car trunk, so that you’ll be ready if a puncture occurs on your trip.

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Vehicle Tune-Up at Your Dealership

Finally, it would be wise to visit your dealership for a comprehensive vehicle tune-up. Your mechanic will carry out all the necessary tasks. They will make sure all the Nissan parts in your Nissan car are in a good condition, and that your vehicle is ready for your big adventure. Because your mechanic knows their job well, they will also be in a position to give you good advice before you leave.

This tune-up will no doubt save you a lot of inconveniences, and you’ll set out with peace of mind.

The following table sums up the tasks you need to do before you leave on a long trip:


Checklist 1

Check the fluid levels.

Checklist 2

Check the tire pressure.

Checklist 3

Check lights and windshield washer blades.

Checklist 4

Pack an emergency kit, first aid kit, emergency warning triangle and a security jacket.

Checklist 5

Have a comprehensive tune-up of your vehicle done at your mechanic.


To conclude, your Nissan dealership, Baie-Comeau Nissan, located by Route 138 in the Côte-Nord region, close to Pointe-Lebel and Chute-aux-Outardes, is waiting for you for to take care of your vehicle tune-up before your big journey.

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