Winter Car Care and Maintenanace
Winter Car Care and Maintenance
Don’t be left out in the cold! Winter break-downs could leave you stranded on cold, snowy, slippery roads. Before the snow begins to fly, it is a good idea to make sure your car is in good safe working condition. You or your auto repair shop or local mechanic should give your car a thorough inspection and perform any needed vehicle maintenance to head off potential car trouble:
· Check the battery
· Check the brakes
· Check fluids: antifreeze, windshield washer fluid, and oil
· Check the heating and exhaust
· Check tires for tread-wear and proper inflation
For added safety, keep emergency supplies on board in winter months.
· Blankets
· Flares
· A bag of sand for traction
· Shovel
· Windshield scraper and brush or broom
· Tool kit
· Tow rope
· Flashlight with extra batteries
· Jumper cables
· Waterproof matches
· A jar candle
· First aid kit
· Red flag
· Dry clothing
· Snacks
· Gloves
A few minutes of thought and preparation now, will give you peace of mind and keep you on the road arriving safely at your destinations all winter long.
Don’t be left out in the cold! Winter break-downs could leave you stranded on cold, snowy, slippery roads. Before the snow begins to fly, it is a good idea to make sure your car is in good safe working condition. You or your auto repair shop or local mechanic should give your car a thorough inspection and perform any needed vehicle maintenance to head off potential car trouble:
· Check the battery
· Check the brakes
· Check fluids: antifreeze, windshield washer fluid, and oil
· Check the heating and exhaust
· Check tires for tread-wear and proper inflation
For added safety, keep emergency supplies on board in winter months.
· Blankets
· Flares
· A bag of sand for traction
· Shovel
· Windshield scraper and brush or broom
· Tool kit
· Tow rope
· Flashlight with extra batteries
· Jumper cables
· Waterproof matches
· A jar candle
· First aid kit
· Red flag
· Dry clothing
· Snacks
· Gloves
A few minutes of thought and preparation now, will give you peace of mind and keep you on the road arriving safely at your destinations all winter long.
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