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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 2010-04-08, Page 15THE CITIZEN, THURSDAY, APRIL 8, 2010. PAGE 15.Start spring cleaning with a complete car wash Now that the snow has melted and warm weather has arrived, consider giving your car a good spring cleaning, both inside and out. The auto experts at Canadian Tire can help with the right tools and tips for getting your car in tip-top shape this spring. “Canadians spend a lot of time in their cars, so it's important to keep them properly maintained and cleaned after the harsh winter months,” says Michelle Massicotte, associate vice president of car care and accessories at Canadian Tire. “A clean car, free of clutter and musty odours is more comfortable to drive in, healthier, and looks good too.” Interior Car Cleaning •Clear out garbage from inside your car. Make sure to check under seats and in the trunk for anything that could be hiding. •Clean the dashboard, consoles, door panels and interior windows. you can buy special cleaning products to help protect the interior surfaces of your car and keep it looking new. •Remove floor mats and vacuum the carpets and seats. •Replace rubber mats with carpet mats. Exterior Car Cleaning •Mix a car detergent with water and soap up the car using a sponge. Pay particular attention to areas where dirt has accumulated, such as wheel wells. •Rinse the soap off with a hose. Be sure to give the undercarriage a good rinse to get the salt off to prevent rust and corrosion. •When the car is dry, buff the exterior with wax for extra shine and protection. Keeping your car clean is a simple maintenance step that makes a big difference to how your car looks and how you'll feel driving it. Make it fun by inviting friends or family to help you out. WWWW iiii tttt hhhh AAAA NNNN eeee wwww WWWW iiii nnnn dddd ssss hhhh iiii eeee llll dddd !!!! SSSS eeee eeee YYYYoooo uuuu rrrr WWWWaaaa yyyy CCCC llll eeee aaaa rrrr ………… ■■ WINDSHIELD REPLACEMENT ■■ DOOR WINDOWS ■■ BACK GLASS ■■ TRACTOR GLASS Approved O.E.M. Urethane MOBILE SERVICE AT NO EXTRA COST $300. DEDUCTIBLE? ~ CALL FOR YOUR BEST PRICE DUBLIN 519-345-2432 or 1-800-300-9144 Checking the springs for spring Chris Lee of Lee’s Service Centre in Blyth takes a break from doing a spring check-up on a van to pose for a picture. (Aislinn Bremner photo)