Loading...
HomeMy WebLinkAboutClinton News Record, 2014-10-22, Page 15IMFIRE SOURCE Wednesday, October 22, 2014 • 2014 Fall Car Care Guide 3 Preparing you and your vehicle for winter Steph Smith As the weather begins to change, it's important to maintain your vehicle in preparation for the winter months. One of the most important aspects of winter maintenance is preparing your car for heading out on a snowy drive. There are many things you can do to make your winter driving a lot easier on you andyourvehicle, here are sometipsfrom CAA: • Leave your house in enough timesoyou're not rushing to get to where you need to be. • Check the Weather Network before heading out to fi nd outthe current and forecasted weather and road conditions. • Drive slowly before attempting to drive at the posted speed limit in order to gauge the road condition. • When turning, accelerating or stopping, slow down to maintain control ofthe vehicle and avoid loss of traction on the roads. Look in the direction you want to go and steer in that direction. • Get a winter oil change and top up all fluids including deicing washer fluid and antifreeze. • Get new wiper blades. • Check all of your vehicles lights including the headlights, taillights, backup lights, signal lights and hazard lights. Replace any that do not work properly or have burned out. • Get a set of winter tires and check your tire pressure often. In case of an emergency or if you become stranded, it is also a good idea to have a roadside emergency kit. Roadside assistance providers, such as CAA and Canadian Tire, normally have a pre -stocked emergency kitthatyou can purchase. Ifyou're looking to build your own kit, here are a few basicitemsthatyoushould include,according to Ontario's Ministry of Transportation and the Canadian Automobile Association: • An ice scraper with a snowbrush • A shovel. • Jumper cables. • A blanket. • A basic first aid kit. • An extra pair of mittens or gloves and socks. • A candle, waterproof matches and a small tin. Not only does a candle help light the car in the dark, but it also generates heat. Remember to crack your window if you plan on using the candle for long periods of time, as candles create carbon monoxide. • A flashlight and batteries. • Non-perishable food such as granola bars. • Road flares. BUY 3 TIRES GET THE 4TH TIRE RAW .MIN Mfilli. 111.1=1,1 ii.a dT.au ..1 WILLIAM 1111111.11iliC11111. PEACE -CIF -MIND MAINTENANCE SERVICE 15EI7'tICE INCLUDES: vpro5focicelc iL Hopir.hkicrl: tir C kr k, e: id s Pi aS::t•rl• Miall las .>teari d 5 ie.g k r.A.Tc="I.rd mar bxvaa .., al.J ij Sl iLi Cram 1449if6La Sei�Ya a P•a}'.,e'llan iapal rVapl1.5 Cheie 16. 1.69anc F f pFF ,:4=1•: -}Sdiaxaaa aur. www.LakeHuronChry_sler.com SVDCS2 71105 IR MAW 268 Bayfield Road - Goderich N7A 3G6 — - Jeep • Extra washer fluid. • Salt, sand or cat litter to help get your vehicle off of an ice patch. These are just some of the recommended items that you should include in your kit, but of course you can modify your kit by adding other useful items. If there ever becomes a time where you're stranded, be it you pulling over because of bad weather/poor visibility or if you end up stuck in the ditch, it's important to turn on your hazard lights so that people can see you. Before your head out into inclement weather, it's also a good idea to pack an overnight bag in case you are forced to stay the night at work or at a friend's, coworker's or family member's house. Your overnight bag could include: • A change of clothes. • Pyjamas. • A toothbrush and toothpaste. • A towel and a face cloth. • A hairbrush. • Hygiene products. These arejustsomeofthebasicitemsthatcould be included in an overnight bag. An overnight bag should contain things that won't easily freeze. For more information on how to prepare you and yourvehicleforthewintermonthsahead,visit www.caasco.com or www.mto.gov.on.ca 0 BACK We offer000 No -Drip Undercoating with sound dea- ever ON LY 995 For most vehicles Factory Mail -in Rebates up to $100 on a Set of 4 Winter Tires on brand names like Michelin, Goodyear, Uniroyal & more PLUS... FREE Off Season Tire Storage for the first season when you purchase the tires from us Stop in today and let us help find the winter tires that are right for you. See uzfor more information. Fall/Winter Performance Package For peak performance this winter bring your vehicle to the cold weather professionals! Package includes... ✓Comprehensive Multi -Point Inspection incl. brakes, tires, cooling system, exhaust system and much more ✓Oil & filter Change ✓Tire Rotation — — — most makes ✓Battery Test w w & models S 88 Call to make your appointment today! Goderich Honda 500 Huron Rd., Goderich 519-524-2131