Back-to-School Safety First Essentials

Back-to-school season is here, and for many Burnaby families, that means early commutes, school zone traffic, and after-school pickups across the city.

Whether you're driving a compact and fuel-efficient Nissan Kicks or Kicks Play, the versatile and spacious Nissan Rogue, the reliable Nissan Sentra, or the comfortable and refined Nissan Murano, your vehicle plays a key role in keeping your family safe on the road.

At Morrey Nissan of Burnaby, we’ve prepared a back-to-school safety checklist tailored to the vehicles our community loves most.

1. Check Your Brakes

From school drop-offs near Deer Lake Parkway to navigating afternoon traffic on Lougheed Highway, your brakes need to perform reliably.

• Listen for squeaking or grinding

• Watch for reduced responsiveness

• Have your brake pads and fluid levels checked regularly

This is especially important for SUVs like the Rogue and Murano, which carry more weight and may experience more brake wear in city conditions.

2. Inspect Tire Pressure and Tread

Cooler mornings and warmer afternoons in early fall can cause tire pressure to fluctuate.
For vehicles like the Kicks Play or Sentra, properly inflated tires make a big difference in handling and efficiency.

• Check tire pressure weekly

• Monitor for tread wear, especially near the inner edges

• Consider a tire rotation before the season changes

3. Test All Lights and Signals

Whether you’re navigating foggy early mornings or dusk pickups, visibility is key.

• Ensure headlights, brake lights, and indicators are working

• Clean fogged or hazy lenses

• Replace any burnt-out bulbs promptly

With advanced safety systems on vehicles like the Murano and Rogue, keeping your lighting in good condition ensures those systems work as intended.

4. Top Up Fluids

Prevent engine strain and improve visibility with simple fluid checks:

• Engine oil

• Windshield washer fluid

• Brake and transmission fluids

• Coolant (especially important for summer-to-fall transition)

5. Replace Wiper Blades if Needed

Fall showers are common in Burnaby. Wipers that streak or squeak are a clear sign it’s time to replace them — especially for drivers relying on compact commuters like the Nissan Kicks or Sentra.

6. Ensure Child Safety Features Are Ready

For families with young children:

• Double-check that child seats are installed securely

• Use Nissan’s LATCH system and test the anchors

• Make use of rear door child safety locks

• Vehicles like the Rogue come with Rear Door Alert, helping prevent forgetfulness on hectic mornings

7. Check Cabin Air Quality

You’ll be spending more time inside your vehicle this season, make sure the air is clean.
A fresh cabin air filter helps trap dust, pollen, and pollutants, especially in traffic-heavy areas like Brentwood or Metrotown.

Make Safety Part of Your Back-to-School Routine

At Morrey Nissan of Burnaby, we want you to start the school year with confidence. Whether you're running errands in a Nissan Kicks, commuting in a Sentra, or hauling sports gear in your Rogue or Murano, taking the time to check these essentials means you're doing your part to keep your family and others safe on the road.