Service and Parts FAQs

You can find answers to the most common questions we receive about car service and maintenance. If you don’t find the answer to your question below, give us a call and speak to one of our service technicians.

How often should I get an oil change?

Every 6 months or 5,000 miles, whichever comes first.

How often should I change my air filter?

On average, every 15,000 miles depending on the type of roads you drive on. We inspect your car’s air and cabin air filters during every service visit.

Why should I have my vehicle serviced at a car dealership?

We use only factory Nissan parts, and all of our technicians are factory trained. All work performed in our service center comes with a 12-month 12,000-mile warranty. We also offer a number of amenities to our customers, including free shuttle service, coffee, bottled water, tea, and Wi-Fi. You can even expect loaner vehicles for bigger repairs, daily parts shipments, and competitive pricing.

When does my car need a tire rotation?

Every 5,000 miles.

Do I have to schedule an appointment to get my vehicle serviced?

We prefer that you call ahead to schedule an appointment, but we do take walk-ins.

What do I need to do if I get a recall notice?

Give us a call. We can look up your vehicle, confirm the work that needs to be done, and set you up to complete any recalls that are open.

Why should I buy genuine Nissan parts?

These parts come directly from the manufacturer and have a 12-month/12,000-mile warranty. They are the parts that originally came on your vehicle, so you know they are made to last. Keep your Nissan a Nissan!

What type of training do your technicians have?

Our technicians have both ASE and Nissan factory training.

Why are vehicle inspections important?

In Colorado, inspections are required to renew you car's registration. It's also helps keep your vehicle running smoothly, protecting you, your passengers, and others on the road.

Where can I have my vehicle inspected?

If you need to renew your vehicle registration, you'll need to have your car inspected by a certified inspection station. Valley Nissan in Longmont, CO, is certified to complete these inspections. A full list of certified stations is also available on the Colorado DMV website.

What is checked on a vehicle inspection?

Your inspection tech will check several core components of the car to make sure it is running as it should. This will include inspection of: brakes, filters, fluids, exhaust, tires, lights, suspension, steering, windshield wipers, and battery.

How do you pass your vehicle inspection?

A propertly maintained vehicle should pass with ease. This means keeping up with regular maintenance services, such as: tire rotations, oil changes, wheel alignment, brake services, engine & air filter changes, and battery checks. You can schedule service for all of these with Valley Nissan of Longmont.

How do you check your inspection results?

Upon completion of the inspection, you'll be given a report from the technician. It's possible to fail the inspection if any part fails to perform the way it should or is missing from your vehicle. Sometimes service recommendations will be made even with a passing inspection. This happens when any of your parts are nearing their manufacturer-suggested replacement date or are functioning correctly at the time but are expected to need replacement soon.