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DIY Car Care Everyone Can Do
(Family Features)
While taking your car to an auto service profes-
sional is a great way to ensure its performance,
the Car Care Council reminds vehicle owners
there are few simple vehicle checks that they can
easily learn and do themselves to save a little
money and help keep their vehicles running
efficiently all summer long.
With basic knowledge of common maintenance
practices and a little time, motorists can inspect
the following components in their own drive-
way:
* Check the tires, including tire pressure and
tread. Uneven wear indicates a need for wheel
alignment. Tires should also be checked for
bulges and bald spots.
* Check all fluids, including engine oil, power
steering and brake and transmission, as well as
windshield washer fluid and antifreeze/coolant.
* Check the hoses and belts as they can become cracked, brittle, frayed, loose or
show signs of excessive wear. These are critical to the proper functioning of the elec-
trical system, air conditioning, power steering and the cooling system.
* Check the wipers and lighting so that you can see and be seen. Check that all in-
terior and exterior lighting is working properly and inspect and replace worn wiper
blades. Keep the reservoir filled with windshield washer fluid.
* Don’t neglect the exterior. When washing the outside, make sure to include the
tires and wheels and the underside and fenders to eliminate any road salt or grime.
The body of the vehicle should be washed using a product sold specifically for cars.
Wax your vehicle every six months.
To learn more about how to care for your vehicle, and for a free copy of the popular
Car Care Guide, visit www.carcare.org.
* To keep the cooling system working effectively, the coolant and distilled water
mixture for a vehicle’s radiator should be 50:50. Never open a hot radiator cap when
checking the coolant level in the reservoir. As a rule of thumb, the coolant should be
changed annually on most vehicles.
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* Check the gas cap to ensure it is not damaged, loose or missing to prevent gas from
spilling or evaporating.
Source: Car Care Council