2013 Nissan NV Passenger Coolant

2013 Nissan NV Passenger Coolant

Coolant, as it relates to vehicles, is ordinarily a liquid or gas substance used to regulate the temperature of your engine. Liquid coolants are typically half water and half ethylene glycol. Water is used to transfer heat while ethylene glycol is used to lower the freezing point of the liquid. In colder climates, this is exceedingly essential. This undoubtedly isn't the first time you've heard of ethylene glycol as it is the primary ingredient in the popular term "antifreeze". Keep in mind, you never want to pour antifreeze or water by themselves into your engine system. They need to be mixed to construct the correct coolant.

You can purchase ready-made mixtures of coolant that already have water added, or you can purchase full-strength antifreeze which needs to be diluted with distilled water before being added to the engine system. Give the experts at Courtesy Nissan of Tampa a call at 8138291813 or schedule service online and let one of our technicians and service experts handle your coolant flush.

Every car manufacturer, including Nissan has developed its own coolant or requires a precise coolant that is distinct to individual years and models. There are various colors of coolants to assist distinguish each including red, purple green, yellow, blue, and orange. It is critical to do your research if you plan to buy, flush, or replace the coolant in your car. Numerous models will not be compatible even with "universal" coolants or antifreeze.

Nissan Tampa offers a wide range of coolant flush coupons to assist you save today. To shop all of our service specials click here. If you'd like to handle your coolant service yourself, you can still purchase coolant or antifreeze from Courtesy Nissan of Tampa directly at a great price.

How long does 2013 Nissan NV Passenger coolant last?

How often you need to flush and replenish your vehicle's coolant relies on the type of coolant. There are numerous types of coolants. Up until the mid-1990s there was relatively only a single type of coolant. It was a green formula coolant that contained corrosion inhibitors that only lasted between 24,000 - 36,000 miles or between two to three years. This type of coolant is not suggested for newer vehicles which come equipped with a longer-lasting coolant.

Newer coolants use an Organic Acid Technology (OAT) and last up to twice as long as older coolant. In some cases these long-life coolants can last over 5 years or 100,000 miles.

For precise information on what intervals your coolant needs to be changed, check your 2013 Nissan NV Passenger maintenance schedule within your owner's manual or give Courtesy Nissan of Tampa a call at 8138291813 today and ask one of our OEM-trained technicians or advisers. You can still book an appointment online and we'll take care of your coolant service for you.

How much coolant does a 2013 Nissan NV Passenger take or need?

Every make and model requires a distinct level of coolant. To see the precise amount required you should always check your 2013 Nissan NV Passenger owner's manual. Give us a call or bring your vehicle to Courtesy Nissan of Tampa and we'll answer any questions you have on coolant levels.

WARNING - To avoid burns, make sure your vehicle engine is cool before checking your coolant level.

2013 Nissan NV Passenger Coolant Flush

A coolant flush or cooling system service consists of three prime services.

• Adding a cleaner compound to get rid of particles, corrosion, sediment,and rust
• Flushing the complete system thoroughly
• Replenishing the system with the appropriate coolant and delicately measuring the dilution percentage

How do I know if I need a coolant flush in my 2013 Nissan NV Passenger?

Common symptoms that your 2013 Nissan NV Passenger needs a coolant flush are:

• Your heater may stop working
• Your check engine light may turn on
• Sometimes, albeit unlikely, you'll be able to smell an odd burning odor coming from under the hood.
• Sediment or rust will be visible in the coolant
• Unexpected grinding noises can come from the engine
• Steam will come from the radiator or hood
• Coolant will usually leak out when the engine is operating. Check the ground when you park.
• Your temperature gauge will read far above normal with the engine on for a few minutes.

What color coolant does 2013 Nissan NV Passenger use?

It's critical to understand that color doesn't matter. While most Organic Acid Technology (OAT) coolants are normally orange, yellow, red or purple, Hybrid Organic Acid Technology (HOAT) coolants are orange and yellow. So evidently, there's quite a bit of overlap. Then you have Inorganic Acid Technology (IAT) coolants that are normally green, yet, some manufacturers sell them in blue. At the end of the day, invariably be sure to read the bottle to confirm the type of coolant you're using. When looking for the correct coolant for your 2013 Nissan NV Passenger, you need to invariably check your owner's manual. The easiest way to confirm you are using the right coolant is to send your 2013 Nissan NV Passenger to Courtesy Nissan of Tampa or give us a call at 8138291813. Schedule service online and use one of our numerous coolant flush coupons to save today.

What kind of coolant does 2013 Nissan NV Passenger use?

There are numerous types and colors of coolant from inorganic to organic to hybrid. To make things even more confusing, the color of the coolant doesn't always mean the same thing. It's important to reference your 2013 Nissan NV Passenger owner's manual for the particular type of coolant necessary and the particular intervals in which you should have a coolant flush service completed. Or you can call one of our Nissan NV Passenger factory certified service technicians for any data you need. We can likewise schedule you an appointment to make sure the appropriate coolant is used. Give Courtesy Nissan of Tampa a call today!

What happens if my 2013 Nissan NV Passenger runs out of coolant?

Your 2013 Nissan NV Passenger doesn't have to run out of coolant for troubles to start. Dilution levels need to be within a specific percentage range or your 2013 Nissan NV Passenger engine components can start to rust, break, or become irreplaceably damaged. If you run out of coolant utterly due to a leak or poor fluid levels, your whole engine system can be compromised from the gaskets to the pistons or even the engine block itself.

How often should you change coolant in a 2013 Nissan NV Passenger?

Normally, you should have your 2013 Nissan NV Passenger coolant flush completed every 30,000 miles or every two years. There are certain instances where your car can go without a flush for a longer period of time. When you bring your car into Courtesy Nissan of Tampa, we will check your fluid levels and inspect it for debris or sediment which can harm the engine, and make sure it's diluted properly. It's important to have this checked every 15,000 miles to make sure you catch any issues before they cause dramatic damage. When it comes to your 2013 Nissan NV Passenger engine, it's better secure than sorry.