Winter Car Care and Maintenance
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.
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