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Spring Car Care 2000
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Ahh, summer. Warm days, drives
in the countryside, picnics on the
beach. And road construction.
There you are, stuck in traffic and
it’s a sweltering 32°C. Fortunately,
with your air conditioning on, it’s a
comfortable 24°C inside the car.
For many people, air conditioning
is a “must have” option.
Air conditioning works on the
principle that evaporating fluid
takes heat out of the air. The
refrigerant vapour is first
compressed to liquefy it, then it
evaporates. This chills and
dehumidifies the air coming into
be aware that R-12 is no longer
being manufactured. While stocks
are available, their use is tightly
controlled and a great deal of care
is taken to prevent leaks and spills
to protect the ozone layer.
You should have your air
conditioning system checked at
least once a year to make sure it has
no leaks, seals and belts are in good
shape, and it’s running efficiently.
As it cools, the air conditioning
system also takes moisture out of
the air. The air conditioning is
usually coupled with the
windshield defrost so that it will
conditioning. It’s true that when
you use the air conditioning at full
blast in city driving, you pay a
price - perhaps as much as a 15 to
20 per cent increase in your fuel
consumption.
When you look at it over the
course of a year’s driving, though,
it’s much less significant. The
annual fuel consumption penalty is
less than five per cent, probably
more like two per cent. Most
people consider that a small price
to pay for being able to chill out in
the summer.
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clear the window more quickly.
There is always a concern when
you walk towards your car and see
a pool of something underneath. In
summer, don’t panic - your air
conditioner takes water out of the
air, and it drains onto the ground.
So if you have been driving with
the air conditioning on, and then
you park, you will probably see the
water draining from the air
conditioner as you walk away and a
puddle under your car when you
return.
If the puddle doesn’t look like
water, then it’s okay to panic.
Some people are concerned about
the fuel economy penalty or air
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the car.
The refrigerant that has been
used with great success over the
years has been Freon, or R-12.
However, R-12, as
chlorofluorocarbon (CFC), has
been partly responsible for
depletion of the ozone layer. In the
last couple of years, car
manufacturers have converted to R-
134a, a hydrofluorocarbon (HFC)
that is much less harmful to the
environment.
If you have an older car, it may
be possible to convert your air
conditioning to R-134a. Ask your
car service providers about
conversion kits. If not, you should
Caring for your new finish
Having a new paint job done on
your car can add years to its life in
addition to enhancing its
appearance, and maybe even its
value. Studies have shown that the
exterior appearance of your vehicle
can have a significant impact on the
resale price of a four to seven-year-
old vehicle. Bird droppings, tree
sap, and gasoline can all play havoc
with your car’s new finish.
Don’t forget to touch up any
scratches or dents on your car right
away. Corrosion happens fastest to
bare metal, so don’t let there by
any! The seven or eight litres of
paint on your car are all that stand
between the rust demon and your
car.
Today's paints and coatings are
the result of advanced research and
testing. They provide you with
excellent colour matching,
durability, and, of course, a great
looking finish. Remember, the first
60 days after you have your vehicle
refinished are crucial to its
appearance and durability.
Follow these tips from the Car
Care Canada, and your new finish
will look good for years to come:
• Avoid commercial car washes
for 30 days.
• Wash in the shade, not in the
sun.
• Wash with a mild household
detergent or automotive wash, and
rinse with cool water. Dry with a
chamois or soft towel.
• Never dry-wipe with a dry cloth.
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At Hamm's well keep
your vehicles running
smoothly all summer
See us today for:
• Spring Tune-Up
•Wheel Balance
& Alignment
•Oil change
& grease
• General repairs
& Air Conditioner
Service
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