#car tip

[youre-too-hard-to-forget]

[anna12o]

Car Tip

Learn to drive standard. It's not that difficult, there's probably yoytube tutorials, standards are less likely to get stolen, they're cheeper to buy and insure, and, best of all, it gives boomers one less thing to insult us with.

[catscratch231]

Hey everyone! Friendly reminder to check that your car engine! Make sure that it doesn't die when you're in an inconvenient area.

Also helpful here's a helpful thing to know! In the off chance that your engine does die, make sure you can get your driver window down, have it in neutral, then take your seat belt and pull it as far out as you can and close the door. Put the seat belt over your shoulder and steer with the wheel as you walk to a better place where you can then call for a tow truck. This is for when you have no other people to help push the car.

Believe me, this is something that works.

[scautosales-blog]

Keep Your Engine Cool

Cooling systems protect engines from overheating and should be flushed periodically, as recommended by the vehicle manufacturer. Between flushes, make sure the coolant is filled to the proper level by checking the overflow reservoir. If necessary, top off the reservoir with a 50/50 mix of water and the coolant type specified by the vehicle manufacturer. CAUTION! – Never remove the radiator cap when the engine is hot – boiling coolant under pressure could cause serious burns. Rubber cooling system components are susceptible to heat-related deterioration, so periodically inspect hoses and drive belts for cracking, soft spots or other signs of poor condition.

[okaykadee]

If you're in a car and need to know which side the gas tank is on, just look at the arrow next to the gas icon. Which ever way it's pointing is the side the tank is on!!

[kiaofstreetsboro-blog]

Seeing is Believing When it Comes to Road Safety

Following a few auto care visibility tips can be illuminating, helping to ensure the safety of you, your passengers and other vehicles around you.

Replace any exterior or interior lights that are dimming, rapidly blinking or non-functioning, and be sure headlights are correctly aimed.

Make sure that vehicle mirrors are clean and properly positioned.

Check windshield washer fluid level and when it gets low, replace it.

Replace wiper blades if they show cracking or if they chatter or streak when operating. Don’t forget to check the rear wiper blade.

When in doubt, turn your lights on to help you see and help other drivers see you. Some states have laws that require headlights to be on when windshield wipers are operating.

Don’t overdrive your headlights. Maintain a speed that will allow you to stop within the illuminated area, otherwise you create a blind crash zone in front of your vehicle.

[kiaofstreetsboro-blog]

Time to Change Your Vehicle’s Cabin Air Filter

Before winter sets in is a good time to check your cabin air filter, after it’s been working hard all spring, summer and fall. Cabin air filters clean the incoming air and remove allergens, and according to the Car Care Council, should be replaced every 12,000 to 15,000 miles, or per the owner’s manual.

The cabin air filter helps trap pollen, bacteria, dust and exhaust gases that may find their way into a vehicle’s air conditioning and heating and ventilation systems. The filter also prevents leaves, bugs and other debris from entering the heating, ventilating and air-conditioning (HVAC) system.

A dirty or clogged cabin air filter can cause musty odors in the vehicle and cause contaminants to become so concentrated in the cabin that passengers actually breathe in more fumes and particles when riding in the car compared to walking down the street. A restricted cabin air filter can also impair airflow in the HVAC system, possibly causing interior heating and cooling problems, important for staying comfortable this winter. Over time, the heater and air conditioner may also become damaged by corrosion.

Most filters are accessible through an access panel in the HVAC housing, which may be under the hood or in the interior of the car. An automotive service technician can help locate the cabin filter and replace it according to the vehicle’s owner manual. Some filters require basic hand tools to remove and install the replacement filter; others just require your hands. Filters should not be cleaned and reinstalled; instead, they should be replaced.