Vehicle Care

FAQ

For drivers in Owen Sound, Ontario, Baywest Nissan offers helpful answers to common questions about Nissan vehicle care. Our Nissan Vehicle Care information explains maintenance menus, routine service needs, and general care guidelines so you can better understand how to keep your vehicle running smoothly.

Engine Oil

Change your oil regularly. One of the ways can keep your vehicle in top operating condition is to change the engine oil as outlined in your Nissan Recommended Maintenance Schedule. Oil lubricates the moving parts of your engine, preventing harmful metal to metal contact, minimizing friction, and carrying away excess heat. By doing these things, your engine operates more efficiently, providing an increased performance and fuel savings, keeping your vehicle running smoothly.

Oil Filters

Technology in design and manufacturing set oil filters apart. Genuine Nissan filters include an anti-drainback feature that keeps oil in the filter when the engine is off, ensuring immediate lubrication at startup. Their high-quality, clog-resistant paper, with up to 30% more surface area, removes impurities more effectively. These features make Genuine Nissan oil filters a reliable choice for protecting engine life, even in demanding driving conditions today.

Shocks & Struts

Shocks and struts help control and stabilize your vehicle by keeping the tires firmly on the road. They manage spring movement to prevent bottoming out over potholes and reduce excessive rebound, improving handling. When worn, they greatly reduce stability during cornering, braking, or driving over dips. Without properly functioning shocks and struts, the vehicle would bounce excessively, increasing fatigue and making everyday driving dangerously unsafe for drivers.

In-Cabin Microfilter

Most Nissan vehicles are equipped with and in-cabin microfilter that filters out dust, pollens, sand, bacteria, cigarette smoke and other airborne particles. A dirty in-cabin microfilter may restrict air-flow volume and cause a drop in the overall performance of your heating and cooling system. Replace your in-cabin microfilter every 18 months or 24,000 km.

Braking System

Be familiar with the braking system your Nissan uses, such as disc or drum brakes, ABS, etc. If you're unsure, ask your Nissan dealership, we can help. With ABS, you don't need to pump the brakes, apply steady, firm pressure to stop safely in most situations.

Tire Rotation

Regular tire rotation helps extend the overall lifespan of your tires by promoting even tread wear. During the service, each tire is carefully inspected for signs of wear, improper alignment, correct inflation pressure, and any potential steering or suspension issues that could affect performance.

Did You Know...

Alignment

Cars that are out of alignment cause the following concerns for the driver:

Premature wear on tires reducing their life span
Poor performance and handling on wet or snow covered surfaces
Reduced fuel mileage due to scrubbing effect while driving

FACT: 75% OF CARS on the road are out of alignment due to the condition of the roads we drive on. For the small price of an alignment annually it could save you a lot of money in the end.

Power Steering Flush

Like any fluid, power steering fluid wears down and gets dirty over time. Changing the fluid before it changes color is better for the system because once it turns color that means it is picking up particles of worn components.

This fluid works under very high pressure as well that creates heat and degradation of the fluid. Fresh fluid replenishes the protection qualities of your fluid so as to prevent premature wear on internal components.

Brake Fluid Flush

Brake fluid is susceptible to moisture contamination. Moisture in your braking system can do damage to hi tech internal components of your ABS braking system as well as your regular braking system by means of corrosion.

Your brake fluid cap is open to the atmosphere for venting; this is where the moisture comes from. The fluid is also subjected to high temperature during braking. It can also lower braking efficiency due to the lowered boiling point of the fluid creating the risk of brake fade. Brake fluid should be flushed every two to three years, regardless of mileage, to prevent these concerns.

CALL OUR SERVICE DEPARTMENT WITH ANY QUESTIONS OR TO BOOK YOUR APPOINTMENT.

Maintenance Menu

Service 1	$99.95**

Perform oil, lube and filter change and multi-point inspection.
Road Test
Reset maintenance reminder light or system
Inspect wiper blades, linkage and washers for proper operation
Inspect and top up engine oil, brake fluid, coolant, power steering fluid and washer fluid.
Remove and inspect engine air filter
Check tire condition and record tire tread depths Perform battery inspection
Check all suspension, front and rear
Lubricate all hinges, locks and latches

Service 2	$99.95*
+ additional items listed below
Includes all of Service #1 items
Complete Brake Service	starting at $169.95
Disassemble front & rear pads and rotors. Remove grime from salt & dirt, clean & lubricate all moving components. Provide report on brake condition. Every year or 24,000 KM.
Replace in-cabin Air Filter	$110-$154 installed varies by model
This filter keeps the cabin clear of dust and pollen from the outside to ensure the air you breathe is always clean. Every year or as needed.
Replace Engine Air Filter	starting at $39.95 installed varies by model
Keep the air your engine needs to breathe for maximum fuel economy and clean combustion (Only replaced if needed). Every year or as needed.
4 Wheel Alignment	$149.95
Our rough winter conditions can cause vehicles to be misaligned and cause serious wear to your tires and suspension. Every year or as needed.
Engine Coolant Flush	$149.95
Reduce internal wear and tear of your engine and cooling system. every 4 years or 96,000 KM
Battery Terminal Service & Cleaning	$34.95
Our winter's road salt & dirt can cause excessive buildup on battery terminals & connections which can lead to weak starting on cold winter days. Every year or as needed.
Brake Fluid Replacement	$199.95
Excessive heat during brakes can reduce the fluid performance over time and make stopping distance longer. Every 2 years or 48,000 KM.

PLEASE NOTE: Your vehicle may require more or less maintenance depending on use, driving conditions, and special equipment or options. Price for these operations can vary according to vehicle model. We therefore reserve the right to modify these prices without any prior notice. Price quoted before applicable taxes and environmental fees.

Additional Items Recommended
every 48,000 KM or 3 years
Most 4-Wheel Drive & All Wheel Drive Models
Replace Transfer Case Fluid	starting at $159.95
Most all wheel drive Cars, SUV and Trucks. Every 48,000 km or as needed.
Front Differential Fluid	starting at $169.95
Most All Wheel Drive Cars, SUV and Trucks. Every 48,000 km.
Rear Differential Fluid	starting at $129.95
Most All Wheel Drive Cars, SUV and Trucks. Every 48,000 km.
Transmission Service (Non-cvt)	starting at $249.00
Every 96,000 km.
Spare Tire Carrier Service	$59.95
Clean Road Dirt & Debris, Lubricate & Reassemble. Every year or as needed.

km	Months	Service
8,000	6	1
16,000	12	2
24,000	18	1
32,000	24	1
40,000	30	2
48,000	36	1
56,000	42	2
64,000	48	1
72,000	54	2
80,000	60	1
88,000	72	1
96,000	78	2
104,000	84	1
112,000	90	1
120,000	96	2
128,000	102	1
136,000	108	1
144,000	114	2
154,000	120	1
162,000	126	1

Baywest Recommended for Our Climate and Driving Conditions.

Service	Frequency	Value
*Brake Service	12mths/24,000km or As Required	$169.95
Front Or Rear Brake Service	12mths/24,000km	$169.95
*In Cabin Air Filter	12mths/24,000km Or As Required	$110 - 154
*4 Wheel Alignment	12mths Or As Required	$149.95
*Battery Terminal Service	12mths Or As Required	$34.95
*Spare Tire Carrier Service	12mths Or As Required	$59.95
Brake Fluid Flush	24mths/48,000km	$199.95
Rear Differential (When Applicable)	36mths/48,000km	Starting at $129.95
Front Differential (When Applicable)	36mths/48,000km	Starting at $169.95
Front Transfer Case (Suv's & Trucks)	36mths/48,000km	Starting at $159.95
Transmission Serv (Non-CVT Only)	48mths/96,000km	Starting at $249
*Coolant Flush	48mths/96,000km	$149.95
*Fuel Injector Service	48mths/96,000km	$110 - 154
Spark Plugs	160,000km	Price Varies
Throttle Body Service	Seasonal	$160
Tire Change (On Rims) + Road Test	Seasonal (Brakes Inspected)	$69.95
Tire Change (Not On Rims) + Road Test	Seasonal (Brakes Inspected)	$149.95
Tpms Initialization Program + Road Test	Tire Change Over	$39.95
Wheel Balancing + Road Test	(Only On Rims)	$69.95
Check Engine Light	As Required	$139.95
Tire Rotation	As Required	$69.95

* G.O.G., ENVIRO FEES AND APPLICABLE TAXES ARE EXTRA.

* PRICES DO NOT APPLY TO DIESEL AND COMMERCIAL VEHICLES.

Coordinates

Vehicle Care

FAQ

Engine Oil

Oil Filters

Shocks & Struts

In-Cabin Microfilter

Braking System

Tire Rotation

Did You Know...

Alignment

Power Steering Flush

Brake Fluid Flush

Maintenance Menu

Service 1

$99.95**

Service 2

$99.95*

Complete Brake Service

starting at $169.95

Replace in-cabin Air Filter

$110-$154 installed varies by model

Replace Engine Air Filter

starting at $39.95 installed varies by model

4 Wheel Alignment

$149.95

Engine Coolant Flush

$149.95

Battery Terminal Service & Cleaning

$34.95

Brake Fluid Replacement

$199.95

Additional Items Recommended

Replace Transfer Case Fluid

starting at $159.95

Front Differential Fluid

starting at $169.95

Rear Differential Fluid

starting at $129.95

Transmission Service (Non-cvt)

starting at $249.00

Spare Tire Carrier Service

$59.95

Baywest Recommended for Our Climate and Driving Conditions.