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HomeMy WebLinkAboutTimes-Advocate, 1988-04-20, Page 12Times -Advocate, April 20, 1988 Page 11 SPR1NGCARCARE Get Quality Professional Service from These Experts Run air conditioning every month According to the Motor Vehicle Manufacturer's Association, more than 75 percent of all new domestic vehicles are purfhased with factory installed air conditioning. And, if you're fortunate enough to be one of these vehicle owners, you'll want to have your air condi- tioner in tip-top shape, before the onslaught of the summer's heat waves. The following air conditioner check up can be performed by any average motorist and is recommend- ed by the experts at a leading inde- pendent supplier of air conditioning replacements parts, to help you get peak performance from your car's air conditioner this summer. * Because the cooling system has a direct effect on the performance of the air conditioning system, check the coolant level in the radiator or coolant recovery tank. Fluid should be within two inches of the neck in the radiator or at or above the "add line" in the recovery tank for proper operation. * Examine all connecting hoses (aluminum, nylon or rubber). If they are cracked or appear wet or shiny it is an indication that they are leaking coolant or refrigerant and arc in need of replacement. * Check the air conditioning drive belt for signs of looseness and wear. The drive belt connects the air con- ditioner compressor to the vehicle's engine which provides the necessary power for compressor operation. (If you can't find the drive belt ask your service station attendant to point it out to you). * Switch on the air conditioning unit at least once a month through- out the year when the vthicle is warmed up to keep the system in good operational condition. To get maximum comfort from your air conditioner once it oper- ating property some experts offer the following tip: With the win- dows open 2-3 inches, .tum the air donditioner to maximum cool and the air fan blower on high. After travelling about three miles, roll up the windows and turn the blower fan on low. IN THE SUMMER - engine overheating can be caused by hot weather stop -and -go traffic and prolonged vacation driving. To ensure trouble-free travel, have a professional cooling system check that includes the cool- ant, belts, hoses and radiator. Black smoke a warning If your car is coughing at idle, sputtering when you leave a light and constantly belching black smoke, it may be suffering from a case of the flu. Along with these symptoms come a variety of ills, poor perfor- mance, starting difficulty and in- creased fuel consumption. What causes black exhaust smoke? Most often, says Car Care Council, it's due to a faulty carbu- retor choke that is sticking shut and not allowing enough air into the carburetor. The carburetor choke is designed to improve starting by providing a richer fuel mixture. As the cnginc warms up, the choke plate opens allowing more air into the carbu- retor for the correct air/fuel mix- ture. A sticking choke prevents fuel from mixing with air causing the cnginc to run rich. Often, a simple adjustment or re- placement of the choke spring will correct the problem. Rack smoke from a rich -running engine may also be due to an old, worn carburetor or a severely clogged air cleaner. A complete carburetor over -haul or replacement of the old part may be necessary to correct the prob- lem. Air filters require regular service, particularly if you drive in dusty or heavily industrial areas. Dirt clogged passages prevent air from reaching the cnginc. A simple test is to hold the air cleaner with a light bulb in the center. If you can't see light through the filter, it's time to re- place the filter. A rich -running engine not only wastes gas but can also harm other components of the engine. Black, sooty spark plugs can lead to mis- fire and unburned gas can leak into the crankcase, contaminating oil. After fuel system service, it is recommended to have a complete tune-up along with an oil and filter change. Check transmission in spring A warning from Car Care Council is directed to motorists who have ben inundated with snow this win- ter, especially those who may have been abusing their transmissions when stuck in snow. According to the Council, one of the major causes for transmission damage is excessive wheel -spinning and rocking in the snow. The damage is caused by the fluid overheating and by wear of clutch surfaces. According to the Council it's easy to determine if you may have. a problem. The appearance and odor of burning transmission fluid' is un- mistakable. The red fluid turns brown and has a burnt smell. The Council recommends that motorists in snowbclt areas remove the transmission dipstick and check its condition. If symptoms suggest overheating has occurred, have the transmission oil changed and filter replaced to prevent further damage to the transmission. We Can Beat The Competition Prices No One Can Match A. 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