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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 1990-10-17, Page 16PAGE 16. THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 17, 1990. Filling to the brim may bring grim results, experts warn Do you try to “fill ’er up’’ to even money at the gas pump, causing the automatic nozzle to shut off several times before you’re satis­ fied the tank is full? Break the habit, urges Car Care Council. Overfilling can waste fuel and cause engine problems as well, further, it pollutes the air. The reason for all this, says the Council, is that raw gasoline at the top of the tank enters a tube leading to a vapor recovery contain­ er under the hood. The charcoal filled canister is supposed to send gas vapors to the engine where they are burned off, but the raw gas presents a pro­ blem. It creates an over-rich mix­ ture and causes poor combustion in the engine. The results are poor gas mileage, rough running and possibly hard starting. You also may notice a gas odor in the car. BECAUSE OF RISING CRIME statistics, consumers should consider the vehicle protection and personal security offered by high tech alarm systems. Unburned hydrocarbons from auto exhaust, a major cause of air pollution, have been reduced by 96 per cent since 1960. The biggest source of trouble from the tail pipe now is due to maintenance neglect: A dirty air filter, worn spark plugs, incorrect timing or general lack of tune-up. But other sources of hydrocarbon vapors, such as fuel evaporation when filling the vehicle, continue to plague us. Corrective measures are being taken. In some states, for example, service stations must have special nozzles and hoses to capture these vapors and return them to the underground tanks. This is an expensive proposition, but effec­ tive. There’s talk of incorporating sealed systems on future vehicles, whereby the vapors cannot escape during the refueling process. For now, however, vigilance is the answer. And, of course, it is important to keep the engine in good mechanical condition. An added caution for 'motorists with respiratory ail­ ments: Avoid gasoline fumes. They are especially irritating to sensitive lungs. Spend the little bit extra for full service, concludes Car Care Council. DAVE’S CAR OILING Drummond St. E., Blyth 523-4343 WE USE ONLY NEW ACID FREE HOT OIL Open: Door Posts Quality Service & Selections’ll makes Hamm’s Your Best Deal Great Savings on These Used Cars & Trucks. Some One Owner Low Mileage. 1988 Chev Celebrity 4 door 6 cyl. with air 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis 4 door loaded with options 1987 Dodge 1/2ton pick-up 1986 Chev 1/2 ton pick-up 1986 Pontiac Parisienne Brougham 4 door 1986 Chev Caprice 4 door 1985 GMC 3/4 ton pick-up Vehicle alarm systems protect Crime statistics show that vehi­ cle theft has risen 11 per cent nationally from 1987 to 1988 - a vehicle is stolen every 22 seconds. Aside from the obvious incon­ venience to the victim, is the astronomical impact on insurance claims - an overwhelming $7 billion was paid in 1988. Adding to the problem is the increased use of sophisticated equipment such as cellular phones, stereo systems, radar detectors and on-board electronics in today’s vehicles, all easy targets for thieves. To counter the trend, consumers have turned to vehicle alarm sys­ tems to protect their valuable investment. And they’re finding that other benefits come with the purchase. Mike Pino, product manager, accessories group at Ziebart, says remote controlled alarm systems offer the convenience of turning on interior lights and triggering door, trunk and window locks from a distance of 50 feet or less. “People who have alarm systems installed in their vehicles have multiple advantages: vehicle secur­ ity, personal security, and conveni­ ence,’’ says Pino. Some systems have an electronic shock sensor which sounds an attention-grabbing high pitched horn whenever the vehicle is struck, moved, jacked-up or open­ ed. After sounding for 60 - 120 seconds, the alarm will re-arm, providing continuous vehicle pro­ tection. An optional feature called starter interrupt further deters theft by preventing the thief from starting the vehicle. The alarm systems, which cost between $100 and $300, not only protect the vehicle from theft, but can save owners additional expense through insurance premium dis­ counts, says Pino. Seven states have enacted laws that permit insurance reductions in vehicles equipped with alarm systems, and similar legislation is pending in anumber of other states. “When you weigh all the factors,” says Pino, “installing an alarm system is a good investment for vehicle owners.” We Work toPut in Your Wallet! P.O. BOX 429. BLYTH. ONTARIO NOM 1 HO P.O. BOX 152. BRUSSELS. 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