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No matter what kind of vehicle you own, one of the most important things you have to remember in order to take care of it and increase its longevity is to get your oil changed. Going too long without changing your oil can lead to damaging consequences on your engine, which will in turn lead to damage to your bank account or worse. So, if it’s time for you to get your oil changed here in the Bay Area, California, the Carnamic family of dealerships certainly has you covered. more Carnamic Service Department Locations The Carnamic family consists of seven different dealerships throughout the Bay Area. Whether you drive a Hyundai, INFINITI, Kia, Mitsubishi or Nissan vehicle, we’ve got you covered at one of our dealerships in San Jose, San Leandro, Redwood City or Hayward. Check out their addresses below: 3396 Stevens Creek Blvd. in San Jose, CA ( Mitsubishi) 25601 Mission Blvd. in Hayward, CA ( Mitsubishi) 543 El Camino Real in Redwood City, CA ( INFINITI, Nissan) 2085 Wayne Ave. in San Leandro, CA ( Hyundai, Kia, Nissan) When should I get my oil changed? Getting your oil changed is just one service on a list of what we call “regular maintenance.” This list includes things like getting your tires rotated, your brakes checked, replacing filters and similar services that need to be checked regularly to ensure your safety and that your vehicle is operating the way that it should be. It’s important to stay on top of these things regularly, especially getting your oil changed. Your owner’s manual should have a timeline for you to follow as far as when and how often you should be getting your oil changed, but there’s also a basic rule of thumb that you can follow. Modern vehicles need to have their oil changed every 6 months or 7,500 miles, whichever comes first. Older models should follow a 3-month, 3,000-mile formula. If you’re in doubt, just give us a call at the service desk and we can help you figure out if it’s time. We look forward to taking care of you!

So, you’ve decided it’s time to get a new-to-you vehicle. Whether you’re shopping for a car that’s actually new or a pre-owned model, you’re likely going to require financing to help pay for the vehicle. Whether you’re going to opt for an automotive loan or choose to lease your vehicle, the lender will need to determine your creditworthiness. It’s important to know the difference between a soft pull and a hard pull, so that you know how your credit score might be affected throughout the process. more Soft vs Hard Credit Check The bare-bones explanation of soft vs hard credit checks is that a hard pull will always affect your credit, while soft pulls never will. We’ll explain each to give you a better idea of the differences between them. A company might do a soft pull as part of a background check. This might include potential employers, credit card companies, insurance companies and so on. A soft pull simply gives the viewer a review of your credit, rather than any in-depth details. A hard pull, on the other hand, is a more in-depth look at your credit history, as it is used to determine whether or not you’re worthy of being given some sort of loan or credit. For example, a company might request a hard pull if they’re potentially lending you money, opening a line of credit for you, or renting you an apartment. Hard pulls, especially many of them in a short amount of time, can negatively affect your credit score. Why buy from Carnamic? As you can see, it’s important to manage the types of credit checks companies might be making, so that your credit score isn’t affected. When you decide to purchase a vehicle from Carnamic and utilize our automotive financing, we’ll discuss your employment and finances directly before ever running your credit. That way, we can make sure that we are sending your application to the most qualified lenders based on your personal situation. We pride ourselves on executing this process to not only make sure that you’re getting approved, but to make sure you’re getting the best and rate and to minimize the impact on your credit score as much as possible. If you’re interested in learning more about our automotive financing process or have any questions, don’t hesitate to get in touch with us. Otherwise, be sure to check out our inventory to find your next vehicle!

You are calmly listening to music and driving on the road, suddenly you hear a pop and notice you have a flat tire. It looks like rain and there is no help nearby. Are you worried? Don’t be. Join us at San Leandro Nissan in San Leandro, CA, or Redwood City Nissan in Redwood City, CA to learn DIY flat tire changing tips for your Nissan. These tips will help you fix your flat tire situation, and you can be back on the road with no worries and continue your journey at your own pace. Continue reading to learn the steps to change the flat tire. more View Our Inventory Steps to Change a Flat Tire Step 1: From the luggage compartment, access your owner’s manual, the spare tire, the jack, and the wrench. Step 2: Turn on the hazard light and engage the parking brake. Step 3: Fix the jack in the crevice. Step 4: Remove the hubcap. Step 5: Loosen the lug nuts. Step 6: Raise the vehicle. Step 7: Remove the nuts and pull the tire towards you to free it. Step 8: Place the spare tire and fix the nuts. Step 9: Lower the vehicle. Step 10: Tighten the nuts and replace the hubcap. Shop All Inventory Check the tire pressure using a tire pressure monitor or gauge and maintain it at the optimal pressure mark according to the owner’s manual. Visit the nearest service station to address any other problems. If you are in the Bay Area, drop in at San Leandro Nissan or Redwood City Nissan for a service visit. Our team of experts is at your service.