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HomeMy WebLinkAboutTimes Advocate, 1989-04-19, Page 28Page 28 Titres -Advocate. Apt'il 19. 1989 SPRING CAR CARE Get Quality Professional Service from These Experts Regular tune-ups are Preventive maintenance can go a long way towards increasing your car's reliability and regular tune-ups are an important part of that main- tenance. Filter changes are one of the most important parts of a tune up program. Those disposable, inex- pensive items keep dirt and metal particles out of your engine's in- nards. Filters are the main reason why today's engines last live times as long as those from 40 years ago. Oil filters should be changed with every oil change. If you are using a premium synthetic oil that lasts longer, you might want a new filter between changes to help keep things clean. The air filter is also of prime im- portance and should be changed in the spring time - it's probably Proper washing maintains your car's finish and value Protecting your car's finish is important in two ways. First, a clean. shiny car looks good. Sec- ondly, a car with a good paint job holds its value better. Bruce Hodge at Frayne's Chev- Olds has a simple formula for keeping your car looking its best. The first step is to rinse loose dirt off thenar with a garden hose, then to wash it with warm water, a wash mitt and a non -detergent soap. There are special car wash soaps on the market, but Hodge Check your transmission 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 thct 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 snowbelt 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. says they aren't always necessary. Once the car is clean, rinse the soap away with cold water. On hot days the soap might tend to dry too quickly, so work with each panel at a time. Once rinsed, take out the chamois and -draw the water off the car. If it doesn't shine, it might be time to put on a new layer of wax. Hodge says waxing twice a year is usually enough. "The fanatics are doing theirs once a month," he said, but noted that waxes with silicones can break down the newer clear -coat paint fin- ishes inishes in vogue these days. Cars painted in darker colours ab- sorb more heat on 'sunny days. This fades the wax shine more quickly, so those with black, dark blue, or burgundy cars may need an extra wax coat every now and then. While there is a variety of prod- ucts aimed at removing dead insects from paint and grill work, Hodge recommends using just hot water and a soap solution and letting the affected area soak for a while. The bugs should come off easier after a while. While acid ram is ruining forests and lakes, it also takes its toll on car finishes. "Air pollutants are a big thing these days - it's here in Exeter too," said Hodge. "It could be pig man- ure or acid rain." Fortunately, a layer of wax helps the situation, but Hodge also says Toughguard, a paint protctign finish. available at Frayne's is one of the better solu- tions available forthe problem. The advantages to having a seal- ant such as Toughguard applied to a car include a better shine, protec- tion from the elements, and mak- ing the car.easier to clean. AIR CONDITIONING SPECIAL $3075 For efficient and satisfactory performance in hot weather. The following air conditioning spring tune- up is suggested for only $36.75 1. Clean intake filter. 2. Clean condensor fins. 3. Pressure test system - install gauge unit. ijust drive belt terTion, --- 5. Check anti-freeze/coolant 6. Tighten compressor mounting and check clutch operation. 7. Tighten condensor and evaporator mounting and check proper hose and pipe routing. 8. Inspect system for leaks (hoses, couplings and valves, etc.( R12 leak detection done with electronic leak detector. .. . t•hcater and A/C dash controls and electrical 10. Top up system if no problems are found - price includes up to two lbs. of Freeon. '36" . - parts extra _� _. _- --- Now is the time to find out if you will keep cool all summer long. For appointment contact; 8 - 5:30 Mon. - Thurs. 8:00 - 4:30 Fri. 586 Main St., Exeter 235-0660 important clogged witti the dust and grit of winter roads. A clean air filter also lets your engine "breathe" freer, improving performance and effi- ciency. The automatic transmission is something that requires regular maintenance, but is often neglected by many car owners. Neglected, until it. fails, of course. Its fluids and filter should be changed accord- ing to the owner's manual's in- structions. Spark plugs should also be changed every 20-30,000 kilomet- res. Once a year is a good idea. If nothing else, thcy should be -re- moved and inspected. The cooling system should be 'flushed and refilled on a regular ba- sis. Flushing takes away corrosion and particles that otherwise lead to premature water pump failure. If your car is reaching the 100,000 kilometre mark, it might be ready for a new timing belt. This should be changed as a matter of course otherwise it can fail at the most inopportune moment. Having the timing adjusted on your engine isn't as critical as it once was because today's electronic ignitions know how to compensate as it changes. However, a perfectly tuned and limed engine has its ben- efits: you will enjoy better gas mileage, better performance, and better starting. cirligER MINDER U THE MASTER OLIVER HEART OF TIE BRAKE SVS A, cd 4TAWS AR4SERVOIR FOR BRAKE FLt1I0. IT IS IDCATED ON THE FIREWALL AND SHOULD &CHECKED PERIODICALLY TO ENSURE THE PROPER FLUID LEVEL. 81414 INS AllitTO HED MAA>R CYLINDER, STEEL BRAKE TUBING RUNS Tp ALL FOUR WHEELS. BRAKE LINES SHOULD BE INSPECTED FOR RUST, WHICH (AN LEAD TO LEAKS. IF THE LINES ARE DAMAGED THEV SHOULD BE REPLACED. RUBBER NAO.HOSES RIP t M Tia: DRAKE UNES TDTHE BRAKE CALIPERS AND WHEEL CYLINK. CONSTANT EXPOS URE'TDTZMDGRIME DIRT, SALT AND O1HFR ELEMENTS CAN CASE Tlf RUBER"To BECOME BRITTLE AND CRACK, IFADING TD BRAKE FAILURE. GIC 6 SEALS L�BEARINSDL BE INSPECTED AND LUBRICATED PERIODICALLY WORN WHEEL BEARINGS, WHICH ON CAUSE NIOY SFEERIK'i ASWM AS ERRATIC BRAKING, SHOULD II REPLACED. PARING BRAKE THE PARKING BRAKE U SHOULD BE ADJUSTED PERIODICALLY. i CALIPERS AND WHaacvmocRS BRAKES ARE ACTIVATED BV BRAKE FLUID PRESSURE FROM THE MASTER CYLINDER t*.th 4G A PISTON LOCATED IN THE CALIPER OR WHEEL CYLINDER 1C,ANN.S1 THE TOD OR SHOE. A LEAK CAN CAUSE ERRATIC BRAKING OR BRAKE FAILURE. a LNINGSAND PADtS THE PADS AND BRAN: SHOE UNIN ISWOWIt • CHECKEDPE LUNEVENiv MESSNE WEAR GLAZWG,OR SATURATION FROM BRAKE FLUID OR GREASE Poor brakes cause accidents Brake failure is the cause of many accidents in North America „every year. A majority of these failures can be traced directly to poor maintenance of the brake sys- tem on the part of the'owner. Albert Rooseboom at Thruway Muffler suggests drivers should have their cars' brake systems.in- spected at least once a year. If the car pulls to the left or right during braking, or snakes squealing or grinding noises, then its timeto have them looked at sooner. "It should be brought in prompt- ly," said Rooseboom. , Squealing noises arc often the re- sult of metal parts touching the rotors, or discs. The squealing is intentional, it means the pads arc worn. . Unfortunately, the squealers . sometimes break off, leaving the pads to wear down to bare metal, ruining the rotors in the process. Rooseboom says it is easier and cheaper to have the brakes inspect- ed before that happens. Semi-metallic pads in use on finest cars today can last for 40 or 50,000 kilometres. Metallic pads can go the extra- distance, but arc harder on the rotor surfaces. This Means new rotors may be needed with each pad change. • Another essential part of a brake inspection is a thorough look at the rubber flex hoses and steel lines. Thcy•have to endure pres- sures up to 3,000 psi, but are also exposed to grime, dirt and salt cor- rosion. If they Irak, you'll lose braking power. .. 1M e 0-1:-' , t eft lC1 1 ¢l ENGINE TUNE-UP COUPON '49.99 $59 ■ 99 4cyI.1 6 cyll * 7 9 �� V8c V� N41 y * Price indudes spark 1 plugs and all labour - additional parts extra I OIL FILTER COUPON CLEAN UP COUPON • SHOCK ABSORBER COUPON We'll change youren- 1 Light *Most �'s a I gine oil (upb5litres), 1I Includes Exterior II install a new oililter I1 wash, whitewalls I I and t.omplete a 22 11 cleaned,' car vacuumed 11 point inspection, all for I ' & windows cleaned. I I $ only I$ 1995 Plus tax I 1 ■ Save wear and tear on expensive front end parts. as well as tires. For that extra smooth ride buy Motorcraft Suretrackers. 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