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THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 23, 2002. PAGE 15. = Car
Parenting includes providing sound driving advice
Part of parenting is dispensing
driving advice. For example, in icy
weather young drivers may be told,
"Take it slow. Don't drive any faster
than the speed at which you're
willing to hit a brick wall."
Thanks Mom. Thanks Dad.
Driving slowly and cautiously is
uood . advice. but the Car Cart
Council reminds motorists of other
cold weather tips. The first and most
important is to be proactive. That
means making sure your car is
mechanically sound before the
temperature dips and the streets get
icy.
Engine and cooling system.
First. if you're a Do-lt-Yourselfer,
get under the hood. Otherwise, visit
your friendly automotive technician..
Winter only magnifies existing
problems like pings. hard starts,
sluggish performance or rough
Year after year, more vehicles fail
inspections in National Car Care
Month check lanes because of low or
dirty engine oil than any other
discrepancy.
"This is because motorists seldom
check under the hood at the gas
pumps or. for that matter, any other
time," says Car Care Council
President Donna Wagner. "Most of us
are guilty of just gassing up and
getting back on the road, planning to
check oil, belts and fluids some other
time, if at all."
The Council is promoting improved
maintenance habits, not only
checking but also changing oil when
that service is due. It could save
money and inconvenience in the long
run.
Dirty oil does more than accelerate
wear -of precision engine parts. It also
can turn to thick sludge, clogging oil
passages and preventing lubrication
from reaching bearings, pistons and
valve guides. An engine under stress,
such as when towing a trailer, needs
clean oil for lubrication and for
cooling.
In addition to lubricating and
cooling, oil acts as a cleaning agent.
But when it's dirty and the filter is
loaded with contaminants, none of the
above can be accomplished.
Dirty oil is one reason you'll hear a
tapping- sound from an engine,
coming from a valve lifter. It's either
worn by dirty or insufficient oil or
hampered by fine particles of grit in
its microscopic passages.
Remember, too, that the term
"severe service" shown in the vehicle
owner's manual, refers to the little old
Checklist helps
avoid problems
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drive belt.
That predicament easily could
have been avoided, first by the
periodic inspection of drive belts
and, later, by acting on the signal
from theingtrument panel.
Even if your vehicle is fairly new,
use this winter check list. The
council reports four out of jive
vehicles that go through 'their
inspection lanes need maintenance.
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idling, so make certain the engine is
in peak condition.
Check • the cooling system, too.
Coolant should be flushed and
refilled every two years. Your
folks will not necessarily know this,
so don't wait for their nod on this
one.
Oil change
Check the owner's manual to see
if your driving habits are considered
to be "severe service." This type of
driving requires more frequent oil
changes, warns the Council. Have
the oil changed accordingly, usually
every 5,000-8,000 kms.
For less wear and tear on the
engine, drivers in cold climes (sub-
zero driving temperatures) should
drop their oil weight from 10-W30
to 5-W30.
Your mom and dad would
prdbably suggest simply moving to
lady who uses her car only to drive to
church on Sunday as much as the
family that tows a big boat or trailer.
The little old lady's stop and go
driving and short trips can take their
toll on a car.
Another benefit of timely lube, oil
and filter service is that the technician
has an opportunity to find
discrepancies lurking under the hood
or under the vehicle. There's a big
payoff in discovering a leaking brake
someplace warmer.
Four other musts
The battery and exhaust system
are other "must check" items. These
should be examined using
professional equipment.
Make certain the heater/defroster
are working properly and keep the
gas tank full. In addition to staying
ready for the road, a full fuel tank
decreases the chances of moisture
forming in the gas lines and possibly
freezing.
Exterior concerns
.Now for the outside of the vehicle:
tires, -lighting and wipers. Both tire
tread and tire pressure should be
checked weekly. If snow and ice are
a problem in your area, consider
special tires designed to grip slick
roads.
Lights should be inspected
regularly. Check to see that bulbs are
cylinder, for example, before it results
in total failure of the braking
system.
A seeping shock absorber or power
steering component, might show up
only when the car is on a lift for
routine service.
As the Car Care Council says, "It'll
save you down the road." For more
information, visit
www.carcarecouncil.org.
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illuminated, and headlights are
properly aimed.
Finally, replace wiper blades
every six months. Consider special
snow blades if the weather dictates.
Emergencies
Even the most meticulously
maintained vehicle can develop
problems on the road, especially
during inclement weather.
That's when it pays to be prepared
for an emergency.
Tapping the Trunk
Use that big space for something
more than a spare tire (which,
incidentally should he properly
inflated, just in case). Pack items
that would he needed if you got
stranded for a several hours.
A cell phone (with a car charger)
is a good start. Also include
the following: ice scraper,
windshield de-icer, flashlight.
whisk broom, blanket,' extra
clothes, candle/matches, bottled
water, snacks, needed medication:
For more information on
winter driving, log Jut
www.carcarecounei I.org..
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Changing oil when due
can save money, hassle