Service and Parts Department

Nissan Dealership Service Center in Auburn, WA

The service department at Rairdon’s Nissan of Auburn wants to ensure that your Nissan vehicle remains healthy for years to come. Whether your car, truck, van, crossover or SUV has taken you 10,000 miles or 100,000 miles, we are here to serve you. Many Tacoma Area owners already trust our service department for auto repairs, replacements, oil changes, routine maintenance, tire rotations, diagnostics, and more. You can count on a continued driving experience unlike any other – for every single mile of your lease or ownership.

Why Choose Rairdon’s Nissan of Auburn for Servicing Your Vehicle?

Our technicians are highly trained and qualified to service your vehicle. At Rairdon’s Nissan of Auburn, we can proudly perform the following services and more for your car, van, truck, or, SUV:

THOROUGH INSPECTIONS

During an auto inspection, our Factory Trained mechanics will take a close look at the many different systems in the car. Our inspections are thorough and convenient to your schedule, with early bird hours and Saturday availability to meet the needs of all of our customers. We strive to make sure that our service department is accessible and accommodating while maintaining a high standard of excellence to insure proper repair and your safety with factory-trained technicians and certified parts.

This includes:

  • The engine
  • Transmission
  • Brakes
  • Tires
  • Suspension
  • Battery
  • Steering
  • Lights
  • Mirrors
  • Radiator and cooling system
  • Body and frame
  • Leaks, damage, or wear and tear

BRAKES

Your brakes are the most important safety feature of your vehicle. Worn or glazed brake pads and warped discs can have a dramatic effect on how quickly you stop…..or don’t. Even modern safety electronics, like pre-collision brake assist and ABS, can not defeat physics. If your brakes squeak, squeal, or make a grinding noise when you step on the brakes, then it’s time to schedule a service with us. When you brake, do you feel the steering wheel vibrate in your hands? That usually means your rotors are warped and need resurfacing or replacing. When your vehicle needs to brake, it’s critical that it does every time. It is essential to have your vehicle’s brakes checked from the pads to rotors, to the pedals. Count on us to perform and ensure that your car, truck, or SUV stops every time with confidence!

ENGINE

Our service department has all of the tools necessary to diagnose an engine issue and provide solutions for engine repair or replacement. We use the latest equipment provided by Mopar to target issues and fix them quickly and in. the most cost-effective way possible.

ENGINE OIL

Like the old Fram oil filter commercial tag said, “you can pay a little now, or a lot later.” Following the manufactures guidance on oil changes may seem overkill. However, regularly scheduled oil and oil filter changes, along with changing your air filter every 15,000-20,000 miles, are the difference between your engine lasting 70,000 miles, and 700,000 miles.And as the old adage states, you will get out of it, what you put into it. OEM recommended fluid and parts may cost a little more up front, but will more than pay for themselves over the long term. We are just as happy to see customers who have owned their vehicles for 10, 15, 20 years or longer with hundreds of thousands of miles on them, as we are with customers buying something new.

TRANSMISSION

Yes, you can also have your transmission inspected and diagnosed at Rairdon’s Nissan of Auburn. A modern transmission is an engineering marvel. While the modern automatic transmission can trace its roots to the late 1940s, they are orders of magnitude more complex today. Regular maintenance of your transmission will save you many thousands of dollars in repair or replacement costs down the line. Should you encounter any transmission issues, trust Rairdon’s Nissan of Auburn to find an economical, convenient solution for you that will bring your vehicle back up to tip-top shape for you to get back on the road.

 

BATTERY AND ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

Today’s vehicles are more complicated than ever, equipped with new electronics and technology. We perform car battery checks and replacements when your battery is nearing the end of its life.

Your standard lead acid battery will naturally drain even sitting on a shelf. If you are actively using your battery, there are other things that could cause a drain that you may not have considered:

  • Leaving your car key in your car overnight or even on a hook near the car is not recommended because it can continue to communicate with it, which could drain the battery.
  • Parasitic battery drain is something that constantly drains your battery. This could be a headlight/dome-light switch, alternator, or any other electrical gremlins that were accidentally left on.
  • Even while your car is off, your battery provides power to things like the clock and the alarm system, although these things shouldn’t have a major impact on your battery. Newer vehicles may also run network communication to the manufacturer servers via the TCU (Telematics control unit) to receive over the air updates that are sent out on a regular basis. The ability to remotely turn on lights, heater etc, sent from your phone via an app, can also go through this network.
  • A battery can lose as much as 35% in performance when temperatures hit freezing, and up to 50% if temperatures sink below that.

Diagnostics on your electrical system, including the drive system for your electrified vehicle (EV) are quickly checked out in our service lane. If the issue is not your battery, we can quickly find out if it is an alternator or spark plug that is the culprit in the issues you are seeing. Even if you are not experiencing issues with your battery, out diagnostics can tell you how much life remains in your battery and give you an idea of when you may need to consider replacing it.

FILTERS

OIL FILTERS: Motor oil accumulates grit and grime while circulating through an engine, and oil filters remove this dirt to ensure an engine receives the lubrication it needs. Even if you put in clean oil, if the filter is dirty, you are running grime through your engine and building up engine sludge in your systems. This makes it so important that you regularly replace the oil filter to keep your engine running in the very best condition.

AIR FILTERS: Dirty or damaged air filters reduce the air flow to the engine, changing your car’s air-fuel balance. This means a dirty air filter negatively impacts your fuel efficiently and causes you to pay more money at the pump. When you replace your air filters regularly, it will keep your system running more efficiently.

CABIN FILTERS: Because the cabin air filter is basically all that stands between the exterior air of the road and interior air of your car, it is imperative to your health and the health of your passengers to regularly change this filter. The cabin air filter blocks the smog and dirty exhaust let out by other vehicles on the road so that you can breathe easier and avoid costly medical bills and illness. The cabin air filter also makes your ride more enjoyable, blocking fumes and unpleasant smells that you might encounter in your drive.

OIL CHANGES AND OTHER PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE

We’ve already mentioned the importance of regularly getting your oil and oil filters changed. Your vehicle should be maintained at specific intervals based on your recommended maintenance schedule. This service includes oil changes, filters, belts, hoses, wipers and all of your vehicle’s fluids. These services are recommended to prolong the life of your vehicle and keep you and your passengers safely traveling on, and sometimes off, the road. We offer a dedicated express lane to make sure your regularly scheduled maintenance is easy, quick and affordable.

BELTS AND HOSES

Driving on an old, worn belt is a disaster waiting to happen. A serpentine belt is located under the hood of a car, and it “snakes” its way between various pulleys and accessories controlling and driving all of these items to keep your car running smoothly. That means when your belt breaks, slips and, ultimately, wears out, everything—from the power steering pump to the alternator and air conditioner—stops working. This can cause catastrophic damage to so many things in your vehicle. A timing belt links your car engine’s crankshaft to its camshaft. The crankshaft rotates the engine’s pistons, while the camshaft opens and closes engine valves. The timing belt should not be ignored; if the timing belt wears down and malfunctions, it may result in a costly, time-intensive engine rebuild or even a replacement.

There are many signs that your car’s serpentine belt may need to be replaced, including:

  • Squealing noise from the front of your car
  • Power steering stops working
  • Air conditioning stops working
  • Engine overheats
  • Cracking on the belt

There are common signs of a failing timing belt that you can also look for, including:

  • Ticking noise comes from the engine
  • Engine will not ignite
  • Engine frequently misfires
  • Oil leaks from the front of the motor

Hoses are just as essential to your vehicle as belts. If hoses are neglected, a series of problems may arise with the cooling and heating systems of the car, which can lead to breakdown or failure of the engine. Most radiator hoses when they are old or hardened will begin to slowly leak coolant, particularly around the ends. Coolant loss will cause the engine to run hot and affect efficiency. If lost coolant is not replaced, the car will overheat to the point where the plastic parts start to melt and friction between moving metal parts negates any oil lubrication. The engine will seize resulting in total engine failure and a very expensive repair.

TIRES

This is where the rubber really meets the road! We can get you the right tires at competitive prices. You can count on the exact tire size required for your vehicle.

TIRE ALIGNMENT

Tire alignment, also known as wheel alignment, can help your tires perform properly and help them last longer. It can also improve handling and keep your vehicle from pulling in one direction or vibrating strangely on the road. Tire alignment can also affect fuel efficiency and wear on other components of your car, truck, or SUV.

BALANCING YOUR TIRES

When all areas of the wheel-tire assembly are as equal in weight as possible, the tire will roll smoothly. This helps improve tread wear. Balancing also contributes to overall ride comfort. Imbalanced tires can wobble or hop up and down, causing vibration.

ROTATING YOUR TIRES

Even if your car is properly aligned, tires still need to be rotated for optimal wear performance and maintenance. Rotation counteracts the uneven wear characteristics of each wheel position on the vehicle.

In addition to ride comfort, fuel efficiency, and tire life longevity, keeping your tires properly maintained is a questi0n of safety for you and your passengers.

Nissan Tire Assurance

 

Accessories to Customize Your Nissan Vehicle

When you invest in the best car, truck, van, crossover or SUV for yourself, you want it to be perfect. Rairdon’s Nissan of Auburn offers a wide selection of accessories to help you customize your vehicle to enable you to go on all of the adventures you have in store. Personalize your vehicle to fit your aesthetic or customize your ride to fit your lifestyle so you can put your signature style on display and protect your new favorite ride. We have you covered with accessories for every need, the expert parts advisors to help you find them, and the factory trained technicians to properly install them. Here are a few examples:

Accessories for Exterior Aesthetics

Nissan Wheels

Add the finishing touch to your new Nissan with Custom Wheels. They’re a boldly stylish upgrade that’s guaranteed to grab attention and admiration at every turn. Wheels are stringently tested to match all Nissan requirements, as well as those from the Society of Automotive Engineers Width-matched to Fit your car precisely for proper clearance and handling Clear-coat finish over the outside of the wheels helps prevent corrosion and makes cleaning easier. Get your wheels to match your other NISMO accessories and aftermarket parts and make your Nissan turn heads.

Vehicle Cover

Help keep sun and rain, frost and hail, birds, tree sap, dust, and pollution from damaging your new car’s finish with a Car Cover. Breathable, water-resistant fabric minimizes condensation underneath the cover. Soft inner fabric is non-abrasive to help prevent scratching. Elastic bottom is custom-tailored to your Nissan for a snug Fit. Storage bag included.

Spoiler Kits

The perfect enhancement to match the aggressive aerodynamic styling of your Nissan. Matching the original factory specifications, a Spoiler gives the perfect unique, custom-finished look.

Graphics Package

Upgrade your look with a graphics package! Includes decals and required PT Solution. Designed to install on your Nissan and fit perfectly with the proper model and trim.

 

Secure Your Toys

Rairdon Nissan of Auburn knows your car, truck, van, crossover, or SUV does so much more than get you from place to place. It is a part of your lifestyle and was carefully selected to compliment that. Make sure your toys get there are safely as you do with Racks and Mounts. Here are a few examples of available specialty racks and mounts:

Roof Racks

You can securely haul even more with the Roof Rack and one of several other accessory attachments. Extruded aluminum side rails give this Roof Rack big-truck looks and big-truck performance. 110-pound load capacity, and easily installs into the existing roof presets. Moonroof operation is unaffected by the Roof Rack. Available in bright anodized or black aluminum.

Roof Kayak and Surfboard Attachments

Getting your Kayak to water just got a whole lot easier with the Kayak Attachment. It will securely handle kayaks up to 36 in wide and weighing up to 86 lbs. Easy loading with the pivoting, felt-lined rear saddles that help glide, center, and firmly cradle your kayak. Two independent pivoting saddles conform to a limitless range of hull shapes. Included are two 15 ft straps and a tie down kit to allow for lateral stability when you mount your boat to the vehicle roof.

The Nissan designed surfboard attachment provides lateral stability to hold your board snugly in place. It carries two surfboards with an additional surf strap and has soft thermoplastic lining with adjustable padded straps.

Bike Racks and Attachments

We carry many different mounts and racks for your bike. The Upright Bike Attachment allows you to transport your bicycle without having to take it apart. Two Bike Attachments can be added to the Roof Rack or Cross Bars. Fits most adult bicycles. If you think transporting your bike to a fun riding location shouldn’t include taking it apart and putting it back together, the Frame Mount Bike Attachment is for you. Two bike attachments can be added to the Crossbars. It fits most adult bikes and the lockable attachment holds one bike each and comes with keys. The Hitch bike mount attaches to the trailer-hitch receiver, carries up to two adult bikes and includes a fold-down feature that allows easy access to the rear of the vehicle. The Fork Mount Bike Attachment features a same side adjustment dial that provides fast loading and maximum security for your bike. This two bike attachments can be added to the Crossbars and has a Thule® One-Key lock cylinder which locks the bike to the attachment and the attachment to the Crossbars. The rear wheel is secured with a ratcheting wheel strap.

Ski/Snowboard Mounts

The handy Ski/Snowboard Attachment keeps your skis and snowboards outside and keeps wet, sloppy skis from dirtying your interior. Holds 4-6 pairs of skis and poles or 2-4 snowboards.  And can even accommodate thicker, modern skis and snowboards. Lockable to deter theft of your gear, and hold it securely. Oversized push button for easier opening even while wearing gloves. Aluminum construction with anodized coating.

Customize and Protect Your Interiors

You’ve found the perfect Nissan and made the exterior speak to your own style and aesthetic. Now you just need to make the interior your zen space, your organized carry-all,  or your stage–it’s your choice. Perhaps you simply want to protect your investment and make sure your new favorite ride lasts as long as it can. Whatever the case, Rairdon’s Nissan of Auburn has you covered with accessories for every need, the expert parts advisors to help you find them, and the factory trained technicians to properly install them. Here are a few examples for your interiors:

Shift Knobs

Put the custom look of the interior of your Nissan into high gear with this distinctive centerpiece. These knobs come in handsome combinations of colors, anodized metals and are wrapped in rich leather materials. They offer improved action and provide shorter shift time.

Cargo Nets

Custom contoured to secure everything from groceries to sports gear. Provides secure storage in the trunk-well area. Flexible cord construction stretches to help hold oddly shaped items securely. Tight-fitting elastic cord adjusts to a wide variety of cargo shapes and sizes.

All-Weather Mats

Wet boots. Muddy shoes. Dog hair. No problem. All-Season Floor Mats act as a protective layer between nature and your original carpets. Specially designed to trap dirt. Made of durable, all-weather material. Easily cleaned with mild soap and water. Custom appearance thanks to the molded logo. The extended sidewalls of the All-Season Floor Mats add extra protection to shield your original carpets from the wear and tear of everyday driving. Not intended for use with other floor mats. Always secure floor mats with your car’s floor-mat anchors. A must during inclement weather and also known as Slush Mats, they work great in all seasons and are useful for all terrains.

Custom Steering Wheels

At every turn, this handsome addition will be a reminder of both the joy of driving and the pleasure of craftsmanship. Some custom wheels are wrapped in top-quality Alcantara® and expertly Euro-stitched and detailed. Others are leather and can come with heated elements and are perfect for taking the chill out of those cold winter mornings. Simply activate with the push of a button.

But Wait… There’s More

Nissan has an excellent reputation for longevity and versatility. There is just so much your Nissan can do. Whatever the need, Rairdon’s Nissan of Auburn has you covered with accessories for every need, the expert parts advisors to help you find them, and the factory trained technicians to properly install them. Here are a few examples:

Bed Extenders

Increase the capacity and convenience of the Frontier Cargo Bed by adding a Bed Extender. This mounts to the end of the pickup bed or forward, at the back of the cabin. Offers an extra 16″ of storage when tailgate is down. Maximum cargo length with Bed Extender in place is 76″. Customers should verify length of intended cargo prior to loading. Secure storage behind the tailgate with the dual-action tailgate closed, to prevent cargo from moving around. Forward mount position is easily accessible through the power sliding rear cabin window, to provide another secure storage area. Snap-in attachment points so no tools are required to move the Bed Extender between the forward- and rear-mount positions. Specialty Bed Extenders are also available. The Motorcycle Bed Extender mounts to the end of the pick-up bed or forward, at the back of the cabin. Available in standard or motorcycle style. Motorcycle style allows you to load up while still using the extender.

Tonneau Covers

There are several different types of Tonneau covers available for your Frontier. With the Hard Tonneau Cover, you get form and function. It’s the best of both worlds with good looks and security for anything stowed in the bed. The dual-action tailgate is fully functional with the cover in place Tri-fold design allows for easy access to bed and In-Bed Trunk®.  The heavy duty cover folds in the middle for easy access to the In-Bed Trunk™. Rugged and lockable for more secure storage, even your fuel mileage may benefit from better aerodynamics.

Tow Packages with Ball and Hitch

Increase your cargo options with a towing hitch and full towing package. Our expert technicians can install and help you know what your gross maximum tow capacity and tongue weight is for the safest for your Nissan. Receiver-style design accommodates a variety of trailer coupler designs. Includes draw bar, retaining pin and clip. Custom design mounts directly to vehicle frame for optimum performance, strength and security.

Tents and More

You never need reservations when you bring your very own camping system along with you. A variety of tents accomadate your model of Nissan and often includes a rainfly that extends usable area and provides added protection for the entire roof. Have full access to your Nissan vehicle while inside tent. Great for tailgating or as a shaded environment for outdoor gatherings!

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