Make sure your tires are in good condition. If you’re not sure how to take a look at them, make sure you have an accountant do it for you. You want to make sure there is no uneven wearing, no cuts or punctures, and ensure that the remaining tread is deep enough. Take a look at your car’s manual so that you know when your tires need rotated.

junkyard 5.3 All you have to do is stick the tube in the coolant, squeeze the bulb at the top, release and let the coolant fill the tube, and then count how many disks float. Read the label on the side of the tester and that will indicate how low the outside temperature can be before your coolant will freeze. You can pick up a good antifreeze tester for about $20.00 at just about any parts supply store.

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.

prepare for winter Before you duck inside to get out of the cold, give your car’s interior the attention it needs. Although it may seem to be safe from the ravages of winter, it’s not. The dry air is a killer, and the sun’s UV rays have less ozone filtration in winter. Unless you do something, your dashboard, leather seating and door panels are sitting outside, silently being chewed up. The solution is 303 Aerospace Protectant. It’s amazing. Simply spray and wipe on all plastic, leather and vinyl surfaces.

cars in winter Pump the tires up. Tire pressure is often overlooked in preferred and poor driving conditions alike. There is a sticker in the door jamb that can be referred to for proper tire inflation. Also the owner’s manual and or local car dealership should be able to provide you with this information. Last thing you want to do is add to the already severely compromised grip on the road during rainy, snowy or icy conditions.

Run the engine and heater 10 minutes per hour for warmth. Open a window, at least an inch, on the downwind side of the car to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning.