Will your battery last through this winter? – Having a healthy battery is crucial in your survival through the winter. If your vehicle requires frequent boost to start, or your vehicle has been sitting for a while. You should perform an A.V.R test by your mechanic, make sure your battery is holding charge, and able to keep it below freezing. If you have any doubt about your battery’s condition, you should replace it before the snow arrives. After all, the price you pay for one tow equals a brand new batter in your vehicle.

Brake, steer and accelerate as smoothly as possible. Braking distances will be increased by up to 10 times normal distances, you must make allowance for this. Be aware that your brakes will not respond as you expect and use engine braking as much as possible. ABS braking will also be as affected so use your gears to reduce speeds. If you need to use your brakes be prepared for the vehicle to skid. Hold the steering wheel firmly and if your car does not have ABS then ‘pump’ the brakes rather than using a single motion.

The water should be at its proper level in the tray for it to work properly. The water should reach just below the top of the tray, and can be adjusted with the float arm if it doesn’t. Be sure that everything else is in working form, including the pump and motor. Winterize your swamp cooler once the weather turns colder. It’s important to clean the buildup deposits so that they don’t harden during the cold months and become impossible to remove. Clean out the tray and drain all water completely.

2009 lexus gs350 There are many important things to do before driving in snow. Inspect your vehicle to make sure that there is ample antifreeze. The windshield should also be clean, and you should have plenty of windshield washer fluid. Make sure your headlights are clean and that all your lights are in working order. You should also make sure that your tires have tread and are properly inflated.

prepare for winter Be aware of your surroundings. Watch out for any dangers or obstacles in the road, and keep a special look out for cars driving too close, as this is even more dangerous in bad weather. Look for patches of ice and try to avoid these if possible.

Remove the spark plug, put lubricating oil (about 50 milliliter) through the opening, and crank up the engine using the rope, so the piston and crankshaft is lubricated.

cars in winter Bold bangs are going to be among the styles this winter and will be popular all year long. You can have your bangs as dramatic side sweeping bangs or big and full blunt bangs meaning that they go straight across the forehead. Bangs are a great way to show confidence and pump up the sexiness factor. The other great thing about bangs is that they work with any type of locks; whether they are straight or curly, thick or thin bangs will highlight your face in all the right places.

Tree Tip number 3. Any stumps that need grinding or removal should be done early in the fall. If you have a stump that needs to be ground it is best to do it before the ground gets to moist. Some of the equipment needed for these jobs can be heavy and if you don’t want damage to the yard get it done when it’s dry. Many times the winter doesn’t allow for the ground to dry out in the Raleigh area very well so it is best to get this done in early fall. these precautions can save you from a head ache this winter.

4) Check your battery and electrical systems. The normal reason why a car doesn’t start is because of a dead battery. You should actually check your battery regularly, but especially in the winter. Check the posts and connections of your battery to ensure that they are free of erosion and other debris. A way to check you battery is to turn your lights on before starting your car, if your lights get brighter once the engine has been started, you may need a more in depth battery test by a professional. Also, if you know that your battery is at least three years old, you will want to have a professional do the battery check. Be sure to replace any old, cracked, or damaged batteries no matter what.