Winter Checklist

Winter's coming, folks! It's September already, and for those of us located above the equator, we're heading full-steam into fall. Getting snow at this time of year isn't unheard of. Now's the time to:

• Oil Change - Watch for the oil filter O-ring sticking to the block.
• Check/replace your wiper blades.
• Check the operation of your rear window defroster.
• Check the operation of your car heater/windshield defroster.
• Start shopping for snow tires (Blizzak makes a good one.)
• Check/repair your windshield washer, fill it with antifreeze additive.
• Check the condition of your engine antifreeze with a $5 antifreeze checker.
• Clean and tighten your battery terminals.
• Check the battery water level and electrolyte strength (another cheap tool).
• Check the air in your tires.
• Do a full chassis lube. "Zippy Lube" places won't do a good enough job; you're probably going to need more professional care for this job..
• Put together a roadside emergency kit, including water and survival blankets.
• Check the condition of your hoses and belts.  Better to change them while it's warm, eh?
• Have your exhaust system professionally checked to prevent carbon monoxide from leaking  into the car.
  
  

If you have any questions, just email us.

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