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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 1988-05-18, Page 26PAGE 24. THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, MAY 18, 1988. Horsepower ’88 Stay ahead of overheating problems If you’ve found it necessary to add coolant to your car’s cooling systems lately, consider yourself lucky. At least you’ve been given How to shop for new car Think you have read enough about new cars? Here are more general tips about choosing your next vehicle: •Think of your current car first. Make sure it is as clean and presentable as possible in order to get the best deal, whether you use it as a trade-in or sell it privately. •Decide how much you can afford to spend on a new car. Leave yourself a margin for required maintenance and possible repairs over the term of the loan or lease. •Narrow your choice of new vehicles down to three or four and road test all of them before deciding. Help the salesperson by listing beforehand what options or, in some cases, engine size, you Keep oil dean, save engine The “warranty war,’’ as it is called in the automotive circles, has brought impressive power train warranties to the car buying public. These have been possible partly as a result of advancements in technology which have extended component life. Automotive longevity still de­ mands conscientious owner main­ tenance, reminds the Car Care Council. A vital factor in assuring long, trouble free engine life is keeping oil clean and up to level. Neglecting to change oil and filter is by far the biggest cause of premature engine failure. Many engine rebuilders report the majority of their busi­ OVERSTOCK CLEARANCE SALE fair warning of bigger trouble to come if you don’t take care of things now. Car Care Council emphasizes that cooling system require. However, ignore high- pressure talk of getting the “bargain of a lifetime’’ only if you sign on the dotted line right now. •Pay particular attention to the driver’s seat. Does it fit your shape, does it provide enough legroom and headroom? Can you reach all the controls? It doesn’t matter how fast or economical or stylish the car is if you aren’t comfortable at the helm. •Read the fine print in the warranty. Make sure you under­ stand what is covered and for how long before you drive the vehicle off the lot. •The price most dealers charge forso-called “rustproofing’’ or paint shine protection is too high. Since cars are already guaranteed ness comes from high mileage drivers who, becoming careless, run cars too far without changing oil. Oil is the lifeblood of the engine, emphasizes the Council, providing more than lubrication for the engine. The detergent additive found in most motor oils is an effective cleaning agent that holds minute particles of dirt and grit in suspension until they are deposit­ ed in the filter. For this reason the filter should be replaced each time the oil is changed, thereby avoiding con­ tamination of fresh oil with the contents of the old filter. Be sure you are pouring the right failure often strikes without subtle warning signs. A bad radiator hose, for example, may not begin leaking until ... suddenly, it’s too not to rust through (from the inside out) for between three and six years, depending on manufactur­ er, extra rust protection is no longer necessary. Paint shine protection is worthwhile if you can get it at a reasonable price from an aftermarket retailer. •Try to get the best deal you can, but remember the salesperson and the dealer have to make a living too. The dealer profit on cars is often a lot less that you might think. If you can get the equivalent of the Ontario sales tax knocked off the list price of any car, you’re doing well. •Finally, do not take delivery of the car until you have thoroughly inspected it (in daylight) to make sure the vehicle’s interior and exterior is in top shape. grade of oil into your engine. Many new cars, for example, require 10W-30 weight instead of the 10W-40 which has been the standard for years. When buying an unfamiliar brand, take a close look at the label on the container. Compare that information with the recommenda­ tions in your owner’s manual. Some of the new turbocharged, four cylinder engines will require a type of oil somewhat different from that which is used in an older V-8. A * ‘bargain, ’ ’ substandard oil or oil filter (which also must conform to manufacturer’s specifications) can turn out to be very expensive when it leads to engine failure. late. It ruptures and all the antifreeze/coolant quickly is gone. Unless the engine is shut off at once, major damage is almost certaih. The best way to avoid cooling system trouble is to have the system flushed, checked over visually, pressure tested and all marginal belts and hoses replaced. Typical belt and hose life is three to four years. Condition of anti-freeze/coolant is as important in hot weather as in sub-freezing. In fact, say the engineers of Automotive Cooling System Institute, antifreeze/ coolant might also be termed “anti-steam” and “anti-foam” SUPERB LUBRICATION and that's a fact! FACT - CAM2 engine oils exceed API SG quality standards! FACT .. CAM2has greater resistance to sludge formation, so engines stay cleaner and last longer. FACT... CAM2 controls varnish formation on engine parts, better than ever before FACT... CAM2 oils resist oxidation and oil thickening, better than SF quality lubricants. FACT... CAM2 engine oils reduce valve train wear, outperforming SF quality oils. FACT... for maximum engine protection Sunoco recommends consumers use CAM2 SC level engine oils, in all vehicles, regardless of model year. Sunoco Gold, octane You'll Be and “anti-corrosive” as these are among the other functions of this vital fluid. It should be replaced as part of seasonal cooling service. Finally, says Car Care Council, do not assume your cooling system is functioning just because the engine warning light does not go on. A loose or defective radiator pressure cap or the wrong type for your car can permit the anti- freeze/coolant to boil off without triggering the light. Coolant also might boil away if its level is low or if the incorrect mixture of water and anti-freeze (Ethylene Glycol) is used. From the Cafe In addition to our regular menu weare now serving.... •Mini Pizzas •Homemade Submarines •Daily Sandwich Special •Milkshakes •Hand-scooped ice cream cones dutopor. 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