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With the daily demands of a busy schedule, it's easy to miss the signs that your Nissan needs an oil change. Whether you've noticed a problem with your car or you're just due for a routine oil check, your local Nissan dealership can provide friendly and professional help. more 1. Dark or Gritty Oil Over time, your oil starts to collect dirt and debris from the engine, which can cause friction and damage to other engine components. Therefore, when the oil starts to darken or become gritty, it's time to schedule a change. When topping off your oil, you can check whether it needs replacing by wiping off your dipstick and reinserting it into the engine. When you lift it out again, if the oil seems dark, thick, or gritty, it needs to be changed. 2. Unusual Noises Strange noises can mean many things, including insufficient or old oil. As your oil circulates around the engine, it lubricates all the components, preventing friction and allowing moving parts to operate smoothly. When the oil breaks down or if there simply isn't enough, friction increases and the metal parts start to knock against each other. You can hear this in the cabin, especially when starting the engine. 3. Smoking Exhaust A small amount of white vapor from the exhaust is normal, particularly on cold mornings. However, if you notice a large amount of smoke or a blue, gray, or black tinge, there may be a problem with your oil. Dirty or insufficient oil can cause parts to wear away, allowing oil to leak into the combustion chamber. The oil is then mixed with fuel and air during combustion before being expelled from the exhaust as darkly colored smoke. 4. Change in Fuel Consumption As mentioned above, when there's a problem with the oil, friction increases, making it harder for the parts to move against each other. This means the engine has to work harder, burning more fuel in the process. Although you shouldn't rely on a drop in fuel consumption to warn you there's a problem with your oil, it's certainly another factor to watch out for. 5. Burning Smell A burning smell is always a concern and should be checked promptly. In some cases, it may be due to oil leaking onto hot engine parts, creating a distinctive burned-oil smell. You may also notice a rise in the engine temperature gauge. Schedule a Visit to Your Local Nissan Dealership Today Changing the oil may seem like such a small task, but clean oil is integral to many critical processes within your Nissan's engine. If you have noticed your vehicle isn't performing at its best, or you recognize any of the above signs, speak to your local dealership today. To get advice from friendly professionals, call us today at Courtesy Nissan in Altoona, PA.

The battery provides the electrical charge that cranks the engine so it can start. Over time, the battery will wear out or become damaged by other issues in the engine. As your Nissan dealership, we want you to know a few signs you need to visit us for a battery replacement. more Swollen Battery Case Your battery has a tough plastic casing with smooth, straight sides. The casing protects the battery chemicals from contamination and also prevents them from leaking into your engine. If you look at your battery and the case is distorted or bulges, the battery is seriously damaged. This distortion is caused by increased pressure inside the casing due to extremely hot or cold temperatures. Cold temperatures cause the electrolyte solution to solidify and expand, forcing the casing to bulge outward. Hot temperatures can make the electrolyte boil. Since the boiling electrolyte increases pressure inside the battery, the casing will distort. We can't repair a damaged battery case, but we can install a new battery to fix this problem. Weak Alternator The alternator is a mini generator that produces electricity for all your Ford's systems once our engine is running. It's also responsible for recharging the battery. As time passes, components wear out, and a worn alternator will gradually produce less power. The drop in power supply is irreversible and will affect recharging. With less power available from the alternator, the battery can't recharge completely. The amount of power used to start your engine is relatively fixed, and the reduced recharging rate will eventually drain your battery, causing it to fail. A failing alternator can also trigger the check battery light as a warning that something is wrong. We'll test and replace the alternator if it's weak and recharge your battery. Check Battery Light The check battery light illuminates in response to any problem affecting the electrical system. Sensors in the system monitor each component, and they're sensitive enough to detect the slightest changes. This information is sent to your vehicle's computer, which logs it and activates the warning light. A failing battery will trigger this light if its voltage output drops too low. A healthy battery has a voltage output of approximately 12.6 volts. If it drops to 12 volts, this signals a problem. It could be as simple as a loose battery connector reducing the battery's recharging ability, or it could be a more serious issue, like battery failure due to age or damage. Our technicians will connect your computer to our diagnostic system to identify the cause of the problem, and then we'll repair it. If you have a battery problem, contact us ASAP at Courtesy Nissan in Altoona, PA.

Nissan has always prioritized driver safety, and each year, Nissan models have ever-more effective driver-support tech. The 2025 lineup comes with an impressive array of advanced safety features. Visit your local Nissan dealership to find out which of these features is standard or available in your preferred model. You can also see them in action with a test drive. Intelligent Forward Collision Warning With this feature, as you drive, your Nissan monitors not just one but two vehicles ahead, monitoring each car's speed. If sudden deceleration is detected in either of the vehicles ahead, it responds instantly, alerting you both visually and audibly. more Automatic Emergency Braking with Pedestrian Detection When any kind of collision threat appears on the road before you, including the appearance of a pedestrian, your car not only warns you but also prepares the automatic brakes. If you fail to respond immediately to the alert, the brakes will be applied to avoid or at least mitigate the impact. Intelligent Lane Intervention This feature builds on lane departure warning, which alerts you if you accidentally begin to wander toward the neighboring lane. With both features active, your car also applies gentle braking to help you return safely to the center of the lane. Intelligent Blind Spot Intervention The blind spot to either side of your car may one day conceal another vehicle just when you decide to change lanes. This clear collision danger is far less likely in a Nissan equipped with this feature, which alerts you of the danger and also taps the brakes. Intelligent Backup Intervention Reversing is another maneuver that sometimes entails limited driver visibility. With this feature, you needn't worry about bumping into large objects behind you. Your Nissan will detect them and brake automatically. Rear Cross-Traffic Alert With this feature, your car can also scan the road to either side when you're backing out of a tight parking spot. If another vehicle is approaching, you'll be clearly warned. Easy-Fill Tire Alert The air pressure in your tires is vital for road safety. During your regular tire checks, if you need to release or add air, this feature lets you know when you reach optimal PSI with a honk of the horn. With the tire pressure monitoring system, your Nissan also alerts you when any tire becomes under- or over-inflated. Find Out More at Your Nissan Dealership If safety is top of mind when choosing your car, you'd be hard-pressed to find a safer vehicle than a 2025 Nissan. Drop by any time to find out more about these features and get behind the wheel of your ideal Nissan model. Come to Courtesy Nissan in Altoona, PA, to learn more about Nissan vehicle safety. Since 1966, we've been helping generations of local drivers enjoy safer, better-performing cars.

Throughout the year, your car's air-con keeps your drives comfortable and pleasant. Even during winter, you need a healthy AC system to defrost and defog while the blower fan pushes heat into the cabin. In short, you should never let your AC deteriorate. Here are four key indications that you need to visit your local Nissan dealership for immediate air conditioning maintenance. 4 Signs Your Nissan's Air Conditioning Needs Maintenance Only Warm Air Blowing When there's an issue with the refrigerant, such as a leak, the AC might continue to blow air into the cabin, but the cooling process won't be working. So, if your cabin refuses to cool down, you should ask a trusted technician to inspect the refrigerant and repair any leaks. more Refrigerant is usually invisible to the naked eye and evaporates instantly in contact with the open air, which makes it tricky to locate leaks. To remedy the problem, our technicians can use a special dye that becomes visible under the UV light of a blacklight torch. No Air Blowing at All If no air is emerging from the AC vents at all, the blower fan, blower motor, blower resistor, blower fuse, or relay might be faulty. The air intake could also be blocked by debris that got sucked in from outside. Alternatively, one of the system's belts or hoses could be damaged. Strange Air-Con Noises Rattling sounds from the AC may mean a leaf or something else has become stuck inside the system, or the compressor clutch is malfunctioning. Grinding, whirring, or knocking noises point to other problems. A technician will need to diagnose and fix the cause of the noises. Smelly Air from the AC Vents All AC systems create condensation as the temperature continually rises and falls. The drain line carries most of this water out of your car, but some moisture can still remain, especially as the air conditioner grows older. This moisture creates a breeding ground for bacteria, mold, and mildew. The best way to prevent a buildup of mold is to run the AC fan alone for five minutes before turning the system off. But if your car is left unused for a while, mold has time to grow, creating the unpleasant mildewy smell when you finally use your AC again. Book Regular Air Conditioning Maintenance at Your Nissan Dealership While its functionality may appear simple, your car's air conditioner is remarkably complex and requires regular maintenance. If you schedule yearly inspections, any nascent issues can get reliably repaired, saving you from malfunctions on the road. Visit Courtesy Nissan in Altoona, PA, today to get your AC back into great working order. We offer a first-class customer experience, whatever automotive purchasing, financing, servicing, or repair needs you might have.

Shopping for a new Nissan often comes with the burden of applying for and securing a car loan. To streamline the process and save time, you can find a range of competitive financing options right here at your Altoona Nissan dealership. Multiple Financing Options One of the main benefits of securing financing from your dealership is the comprehensive range of finance options you won't find elsewhere. As a Nissan partner, we offer a range of loan options directly from the automaker, including exclusive loan deals for select vehicles. Through us, you can also apply for a traditional car loan or opt to lease a vehicle. Leasing is often a great option to avoid a down payment, and it gives you the possibility to purchase the vehicle at the end of the lease term. Competitive Deals Beyond exclusive loan deals, you can take advantage of a range of exclusive dealership deals when getting a car loan through us. For instance, military buyers and college graduates can save on the vehicle's purchase price and combine these savings with other local or national incentives to reduce the vehicle's price and the amount they have to borrow. Trade-ins and price reductions on exclusive models bring further savings. Quick Application Process If saving time is one of your priorities, you'll be happy to know that applying for a car loan through your dealership is a lot faster than applying through banks and credit unions. That's because you only have to fill in one application form that our financial team will submit to various local and national lenders. You can even apply online to get pre-approved and speed up your application's processing time. Auto Finance Expertise Finding financing solutions tailored to your needs can be challenging when applying for a loan at your bank or credit union. These lenders offer a wide range of loan and credit types, meaning they are not specialized in auto loans. Our in-house financial team, on the other hand, deals exclusively with car loans and can find the right solution for you regardless of your credit score or credit history. Guaranteed Asset Protection Another huge advantage of getting a car loan through Courtesy Nissan is our Guaranteed Asset Protection program. This protection program is designed to cover any insurance coverage gap in case your vehicle gets stolen or damaged before the loan is paid in full. In this way, you won't have to pay the loan out of your pocket for an asset you might not be able to use. If you want to find out more about our financing solutions, contact us at Courtesy Nissan in Altoona, PA. Our specialized team will answer any questions you might have and schedule your appointment.

Exhaust problems lead to increased pollution and decreased ​engine performance and fuel efficiency. If something is wrong with your Nissan exhaust, your Nissan dealership can fix the problem. ​We'd like you to know a few signs you need to visit us for an exhaust repair. Blockage in the Exhaust Combustion produces a range of dangerous and toxic gases. These gases are released when the cylinders open and are directed into the catalytic converter. The gases are converted to less harmful chemicals inside the converter and then pushed through the exhaust system to exit the tailpipe. Damage to the tailpipe or any blockage in the exhaust will cause serious engine problems. If the gases can't exit your vehicle, they flow back into your engine. They increase pressure in the engine, which can cause misfiring, stalling, or force your engine to shut down. If the exhaust is clogged, your engine might even shut down seconds after it starts as the accumulated gases prevent it from working. We'll remove any blockage or replace damaged exhaust sections to fix this problem. Black Exhaust Smoke Black exhaust smoke is a sign your engine is dumping large quantities of unburnt fuel into the exhaust system. This can be caused by a blocked air filter, which restricts the amount of air in your engine. If the engine has insufficient air, much of the fuel in the fuel-air mixture won't burn. This hot, unburnt fuel is dumped from the cylinders into the catalytic converter. The converter won't be able to convert all the unburnt fuel, and it may even suffer damage in the process. The unconverted fuel still contains dangerous chemicals and will exit the exhaust as a cloud of black smoke with a strong gas smell. Our technicians will replace your air filter, and air will flow into your engine normally again. In addition, we'll check your converter and make any necessary repairs. Reduced Fuel Efficiency Your Nissan is known for its fuel economy. If you're visiting the pump more often than you used to, you could have an exhaust problem. The most likely exhaust issue is a hole in the exhaust. The exhaust system is exposed to water and mud when you drive, and these substances can create rust over time. It's also possible for hard objects like stones to be thrown up from the surface and puncture a hole in the pipe. A leak in the exhaust pipe forces the engine to work harder, and this uses more fuel. Our technicians will examine your exhaust system and repair any damage. Once the exhaust system is airtight again, fuel efficiency will return to normal. ​Exhaust problems will worsen and can ​cause additional damage to your Nissan. Contact us today at Courtesy Nissan in Altoona, PA.

The tires of your car are crucial to your road safety. To maintain optimal traction and performance, car tires should be kept as uniform as possible in wear and size. As tires tend to wear down unevenly over time, it's important to have them routinely rotated, which combats uneven wear and keeps tires in usable condition for longer. Let's look at how frequently you should visit your local Nissan dealership for tire rotation. It's generally advised to have tires rotated every 5,000 to 7,500 miles for drivers with front or rear-wheel drive cars. This usually amounts to every six months. If you have an all-wheel-drive vehicle, you may need more frequent rotations. It's best to check your owner's manual and tire warranty for specific guidance on rotation intervals. Factors That Accelerate Uneven Tire Wear All vehicles, even those that are well-maintained, experience uneven tire wear. This phenomenon occurs because of unequal weight distribution across the car. The extra strain put on the front tires by steering and braking also takes its toll. However, uneven wear can be accelerated by various vehicle faults such as misaligned wheels, suspension problems, under-inflation, or over-inflation. If you notice any of your tires wearing down excessively, your car might have one of these problems. While rotating your tires, the technician can also identify and repair underlying faults. What Happens If You Neglect To Rotate Your Tires? Uneven tire wear can lead to all kinds of problems. Firstly, it causes tires to wear out prematurely, forcing you to replace your tires more frequently, which can be expensive. Secondly, uneven tire wear reduces your handling, lessening the degree of control you have over your vehicle. This impacts both your road safety and driving pleasure. With tires of differing sizes and conditions, your car is also more susceptible to the risk of skids and blowouts. Furthermore, the additional road resistance from uneven tires reduces fuel efficiency, increasing your monthly gas expenditure. On top of all this, your drives will become gradually noisier and rougher with uneven tires. You can minimize all of these issues with regular rotations. Schedule Routine Tire Rotations at Your Nearest Nissan Dealership The surest way to ensure you never accidentally miss a rotation is to set up a routine servicing schedule at your local dealership. Many drivers opt to combine their rotations with changing their oil and having their brakes inspected. Visit Courtesy Nissan PA in Altoona, PA, today to have your tires swapped around and your car restored to optimal performance and safety. We're a local full-service dealership providing the region's drivers with top-notch used and pre-owned vehicles plus prompt, courteous vehicle maintenance and repair services.

Every Nissan dealer will recommend that you arrange a regular oil change for your vehicle, but some car owners make the mistake of thinking that this is an element of their routine maintenance that they can overlook. Unfortunately, they may end up learning the hard way that regularly changing your oil is crucial for their Nissan's longevity. Cushioning From Wear By regularly changing your Nissan's oil, your car's engine will be better cushioned from the wear and tear that it will inevitably experience during everyday driving. Freshly changed oil will keep your engine well-lubricated, cooling down its components, preventing corrosion and rust, and keeping gaskets and seals in good condition for longer. Protecting Against Damage When your engine oil is oil and dirty, it can cause damage to your Nissan's engine. Contaminants like debris and dirt can stop your engine's components from functioning correctly, causing blockages when they move through them. Changing the oil will remove those impurities, so your engine can be protected from long-term damage and continue to ensure smooth operation of all its parts. Guarding Against Overheating Your Nissan's engine contains many moving parts that can generate friction when not properly cooled with clean engine oil. Excess heat build-up under your hood can result in damage to the engine's internal components that will eventually require costly repairs to be carried out. In a worst-case scenario, the heat could even reach a level so high that a fire could result, putting you in danger. Improved Fuel Efficiency When your vehicle's engine is properly lubricated with fresh, clean, oil, it will operate more smoothly and efficiently. Efficient engines require less fuel to run, so you'll be able to get more mileage from every tank of fuel, saving yourself money in the long run. Reduced Emissions We're all becoming more aware of our impact on the environment and the importance of taking action to prevent further climate change, so if you're keen to reduce your carbon footprint, regularly changing your oil will help you to be more eco-friendly since clean oil results in fewer harmful emissions. Do I Need to Change My Oil? Changing your oil should be carried out regularly in accordance with the recommended schedule for your vehicle. Your owner manual will outline how frequently you should visit your dealership to have your oil changed. Unless you're a trained mechanic, you should always take your vehicle to a professional to have your oil changed since specialist knowledge is required to complete the job correctly. If you need advice about when to change your Nissan's oil, call Courtesy Nissan PA in Altoona, PA, today. We're on hand to make sure you enjoy trouble-free motoring and the longest possible lifespan for your Nissan.

Once the sun goes down, your headlights become vital to safe driving. Although some types of headlights last longer than others, all headlight bulbs eventually fail. It's important to notice the following symptoms of dying bulbs so you can have new headlights promptly installed at your local Nissan dealership. One Headlight Stops Working When the light on one side of your car suddenly dims, one of your bulbs has probably failed. Unless it's a wiring issue, you may need to replace both bulbs in the pair at the same time. This is because the second bulb isn't likely to last much longer on its own and may already be losing power. Replacing bulbs in pairs helps to ensure maximum brightness and visibility at all times. Your Headlights Start Flickering Headlight bulbs might start to flicker before they fail, especially if your car uses halogen bulbs. If more than one bulb is flickering, it might be caused by a failing car battery or even an alternator issue. One flickering bulb could be caused by damaged wiring or a broken or burned-out filament. You can ask a technician to test the bulb and figure it out. Your Headlights Grow Dimmer All headlight bulbs start to grow dimmer for a period before they finally give up the ghost. At first, you might not notice dimming headlights; even when you do, it might be tempting to carry on driving for a while with lessened brightness. However, this is dangerous, as your visibility and reaction time to collision threats are reduced. Have any dimming bulbs replaced as soon as possible. Your Headlight Lenses Seem Cloudy Headlight problems can sometimes be caused by the lenses rather than the bulbs or wiring. As they're situated low at the front of your car, headlight lenses naturally collect dirt, dust, insects, salt, and snow from the road. So it's important to clean them regularly. Over time, lenses can also become permanently damaged by the UV rays in sunlight or by myriad little scratches. If your headlight lenses have become cloudy and cleaning doesn't help, you might need to have them replaced. Your Headlight Fuse Keeps Blowing A variety of problems can cause a headlight fuse to blow. Trouble with the electrical supply can sometimes lead to surges that blow the fuse. A blowing fuse might also indicate that the headlight itself is problematic, either faulty or improperly installed. You can ask a technician to check the bulb, headlight assembly, wiring, and harness to diagnose and fix the cause of a repeatedly blowing fuse. Have your headlights repaired or replaced today at Courtesy Nissan PA, in Altoona, PA. Our team of technicians and sales staff are dedicated to delivering prompt, courteous, personalized service, whatever your automotive needs might be.

When there's something wrong under the hood of your car, an engine diagnostic can streamline the process of diagnosing and fixing your vehicle when you visit the Nissan dealer. You need one regularly even if your car doesn't have performance issues, and you definitely need one when there's something wrong with the vehicle. What Is an Engine Diagnostic? A diagnostic for your engine is a test to determine if all the systems in your car are working as they should. A technician at your local dealership analyses computer systems in your car to check for issues with the systems and their components. A diagnostic requires specific devices and specialized knowledge to be carried out correctly, and it saves your technician a lot of time. Instead of having to check every part of your car manually, they can run the diagnostic. How Often to Get a Diagnostic for Your Nissan It's smart to get a diagnostic test for your engine annually, as this will help you keep on top of any problems that arise. Even if your car seems fine, there could be minor issues that aren't yet serious enough to activate the check engine light or make your car act strangely. When to Stop by the Nissan Dealer for a Diagnostic When Your Check Engine Light Turns On When your check engine light turns on, it's a clear sign that there's something wrong with one of the systems in your car. The technician at your dealership will run a diagnostic to find out why the check engine light has switched on. When You Buy a Used Car If you're buying a car from your local dealership, then you're guaranteed to be buying a car that's in excellent working condition. However, you should still be safe and get a diagnostic test just to give yourself some additional peace of mind. If there's nothing wrong with the car, then your dealer will be happy to arrange the test for you. When Your Car Makes Weird Noises Cars aren't supposed to make whining, clanking, grinding, or rattling sounds. These noises let you know that one of the systems in your car is in trouble, and you'd better get to the dealer soon before your car starts experiencing performance issues. The mechanic will run a diagnostic to find out why your car is making these unusual sounds. Usually, it's because one of the components in your car has worn out or become damaged. When Your Car Is Having Performance Issues Any time your car starts having performance issues, you need to head right to the dealer. They could be simple issues, such as occasional backfiring, or they could be serious issues, like the engine producing smoke. Even decreased gas mileage warrants a trip to the dealer. If your car is acting strangely in any way, then don't hesitate to head to the dealer. Visit Courtesy Nissan PA in Altoona, PA today.

The engine of your car needs oxygen to keep going almost as much as you do. As your vehicle draws in oxygen, the air filter keeps airborne contaminants out of the engine's cylinders. But this filter can eventually become clogged up, which restricts the airflow, leading to all kinds of problems. If your car is experiencing the following issues, you might need to head to your local Nissan dealership for a new car air filter. Misfiring Spark Plugs While operating properly, the engine continually combusts a mixture of fuel and air inside each cylinder. When the inflow of air is restricted by a clogged air filter, this fuel-air mixture becomes unbalanced, which leads to an excess of fuel. This excess unburned fuel gradually builds up inside each chamber, coating the spark plugs in a sooty residue. When fouled in this way, spark plugs cannot ignite the fuel as effectively, causing them to misfire. While misfiring, the car will vibrate and sputter, especially while idling or driving at high speeds. Reduced Acceleration An oxygen-starved misfiring engine will also begin to lose power. As a result, you may find it difficult to accelerate rapidly while crossing a busy intersection or trying to overtake another vehicle. Falling Fuel Economy As a clogged air filter causes each cylinder to combust fuel less efficiently, you'll find your car traveling less far for each gallon of gas it guzzles. Thickening Exhaust Fumes One of the dangers of misfiring spark plugs is the damage it can do to other parts of the car. As the excess of unburnt fuel begins to escape from the cylinders, it leaks back into the exhaust system, sometimes igniting inside the exhaust pipes and causing black smoke to emerge from the tailpipe. Check Engine Light Appears The various problems caused by a clogged air filter will usually trigger the check engine light to appear on the dashboard. If you ever see this light, it's best to ask a trusted technician to diagnose and repair the fault without delay. Replace Your Air Filter at Your Nearest Nissan Dealership Installing a new air filter is a quick procedure that shouldn't take the technician long at your local dealership. It's generally recommended to replace an engine air filter every 12 months or so. If you drive in a particularly dusty environment, you might need a new filter more frequently than this. Visit Courtesy Nissan PA in Altoona, PA, today to have your air filter checked and replaced. We're a local one-stop shop for all the automotive needs of the region's drivers, with courteous, professional staff providing top-notch customer service.

The easiest way to ensure your Nissan always performs at its best is to ensure that it undergoes its regular Nissan maintenance. Your vehicle's service schedule is listed in your car manual, and keeping to this schedule will keep it working efficiently. As your Nissan dealer, we want to tell you about some of the types of maintenance we provide for your car. Radiator Repair The radiator in your Nissan is responsible for removing the heat from your engine. The heat generated by combustion and hundreds of moving parts is absorbed by fast-flowing liquid coolant. The coolant then transports this heat to the radiator. Inside the radiator, the coolant enters rows of parallel tubes, and cool air flowing in through the grille flows over the tubes to remove the heat. The radiator works under conditions of high pressure and great heat, and this will cause wear and tear. If the radiator is damaged, for example, it becomes blocked or develops a leak and your engine temperature will immediately start to rise. Sensors in the radiator will detect the increased heat and inform your computer, and the engine warning light will illuminate. We'll examine your radiator and repair the cause of the problem. Oil Replacement Your engine depends on the continuous circulation of high-grade oil to enable it to work efficiently. The oil lubricates all the moving parts, allowing them to move more easily and protecting them against friction damage. Additives in the oil help to break down potential engine blockages and prevent the formation of rust. Over time, the oil becomes thicker as it absorbs dirt and debris from the engine. The thicker oil moves more slowly and provides less lubrication, which can increase engine damage. We solve this issue by draining the oil, then removing the old oil filter and replacing it. Once the new filter is in place, we securely replace the oil drain plug and refill your engine with fresh oil. Transmission Repair Your engine generates large quantities of energy. This energy is focused by the transmission and then transferred to the wheels to enable them to move at the desired speed. A transmission is a very hot environment, and the constant flow of transmission fluid helps to cool the transmission components. This fluid also provides the essential hydraulic power that allows your gears to shift easily. If your transmission develops a leak, its internal temperature will rise, and the transmission will display a range of issues, including strange noises, gear slipping, or refusal to shift gears. We'll identify the source of the leak and fix it, then we'll refill the transmission fluid. If you'd like to know more about car maintenance or to book a service, contact our service department today at Courtesy Nissan PA in Altoona, PA.