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(815)385-5970 iii! î Sf̂ k w FRIDAY, OCTOBER 12,1979 sure the washer pump is work­ ing property and filled to the right level with all-season washing solvent. Replace washer pump JsiwMi; •....,£j;r':< • - Bureau, a fact-finding organi­ zation dedicated to safe driv­ ing, emphasizes that "I seen" is as crucial to saf m Winter visibility is crucial for safe driving. Windshield wipers should be checked to see if they are performing adequately. Consideration should be given to snowblades to insure improved winter visibility.--Photo courtesy of Highway Visibility Bureau. Critical winter driving is to see and be seen factor on road Crucial decisions like when to stop for a light and whether or not to pass a car depend on a driver's ability to see clearly and make critical Split-second judgments. In fact, according to the American Optometric Associa­ tion, 90 percent of the driving decisions you make behind the wheel are based on vision. Some safety-conscious driv­ ers tend to concentrate only on good tires and reliable brakes. They often overlook the most obvious and vital key to safety--visibility. There are several simple steps you can take to insure your sight and safety--your ability to see and to he seen. Take care of windshield First, take care of your windshield --it's responsible for everything you see while driving. Winter rain, snow, dirt, and road grime on the windshield can interfere to a dangerous level with the sharpness of driver vision and judgments, according to Dr. Robert C. Sneller, former chairman of die American Optometric Associa­ tion's committee on motorists' vision and highway safety. To prevent obstruction, windshields should be cleaned, both inside and out, and car owners should check to make sure that wipers, washers, and defrosters are functioning prop­ erty. Wipers shouldn't smear, streak, chatter or skip during wiper-to-glass action. Wiper blades of natural rubber have a life expectancy of about six months, and they should be Ttre$tone WE MOVED TO 1301 N. FRONT ST. !! YOU GO thru Ice, rand fotm Polyester cord * I SI10UI BITER 1 Features famous "You go thru ice, mud and snow" tread. Polyester cord body provides strength and a smooth ride. WE MY THE TOW limitbd warranty: If you (oil to 90 in k*. mud and snow for lock of traction on Town ft Country tiros (original tread), wo will pay your towing chorgo ̂ If the pump needs to be replaced--about every three years--it's a relatively simple process. Replacement takes . about 20 minutes of your time, and the pomps can be bought at most service Stations. Constant care" of windshield wipers, the washer ponfcp, and jj the defroster will help improve your visibility, but that's only part pf the picture. .The~*Hjghway Visibility ^j|jMmmm The Bureau recommends that car owners frequently check headlights, tail lights, and turn signals; Headlights need to be cleaned of dirt or film, and the rear-yiew mirror should also be cleaned and adjusted. And while you're at it, re­ move any dangling dice or move any objects attached to the mirror or dashboard. They could distract the driver and in­ terfere with his visibility. . for cold weather? m m m wns winterizing car now closely examined before winter and replaced if necessary. Install snowblades For winter driving, it's a good idea to install snowblades, which are espe­ cially designed to stand up to winter's rugged conditions. According to William H. Har­ bison, director of research and development at ANCO, the blades consist of a rubber "boot" over the blade struc­ ture. Mr. Harbison states, "Snowblades increase winter visibility because they reduce ice and snow buildup and allow the blades to function effi­ ciently." Washer pumps supply the fluid that lets wiper blades clean a dry windshield no mat­ ter what time of year it is. Make • Size Black F.E.T I Size Black F.E.T A78-13 115 $1.68 C.78-14 •41 '$2.56 6.00-12 as 1.71 H78-14 43 2.83 P155/80D-13 ts 1.46 | 5 60-15 3S 1.82 B78-13 as 1.89 6.00-15L 33 2.03 C78-13 34 2.10 6.85-15 33 236 C78-14 84 2.07 F78-15 40 2.49 D78-14 ae 2.10 C.78-15 4S 2.62 E78-14 31 , 2.29 H78-15 43 2.S4 F78-14 39 2.42 | L78-15 44 3.13 « low as No trade-in needed. Whitewalls extra. A78-13 Black wall. Plus $1.68 F.E.T. NO TRADE-IN NEEDED! Our NEW Locat ion: 1301 N. FRONT ST. " McHENKrrrrr.-- (815)385-2323 Deai wi th the PRO S' McHENRY FIRESTONE, INC Remember last winter? Many people would like to forget the blizzards that piled up waist-high snow drifts in their driveways and buried all but die tops of parking meters. In many areas earth movers and even the National Guard were called into action. It seemed as if spring would never come. Spring finally came; summer too; and car owners are now facing the inevitable again-- winter. But the Automotive In­ formation Council says you won't have to face winter car break-downs if you start win­ terizing now. Test your battery's charge level. Check the interior water level of die cells, and inspect and clean the battery connec­ tions and cables . Drain and flush the radiator and .refill with antifreeze. Have its'potency checked. Examine hoses, clamps and fan belts for wear. Check snow tires for wear before mounting. Buy new ones if necessary. Maintain the recommended air pressure and check it often. Underinflated , tires get less of a grip on slip­ pery surfaces and also cause accelerated wear. Test and adjust brakes before faulty ones give you trouble on slippery roads. Check brake fluid, adding more if necessary. Have an engine tune-up and oil change if it is time. Hold the air filter up to die light and re­ place it if it's clogged. C h e c k a n a r e p l a c e windshield wipers if they are not clearing windows properly. Fill the windshield-washer res­ ervoirs with an anti-freeze solu­ tion, Spray a shot of diy lubricant onto the door latches and around the rubber casings to keep them from freezing up. Check the front-end align­ ment by observing how the car holds its direction. Poor align­ ment can cause steering diffi­ culty on slippery roads, as well as premature tire wear. _ Check lights, defroster and heater to see if they are working property. Examine the exhaust system and muffler for possible carbon monoxide leaks. Finally,, the Automotive In­ formation Council recommends you put a scraper in die gtove box and emergency equipment in the hunk of your car. You might consider a shovel, emergency flares and a bucket of sand, salt or an old rug to use for traction in case you get stuck: f Give your 2*tfoor, 4-door, station wagon or compact auto that special touch of class with the XLR100 Running Board by Ow< Classic. Made of rugged, bright anodized aluminum that wonH peel, rust or pit, the Classic X»-R 100 gives your vehicle the quality custom look that accents, its own natural beauty. Compact-type autos n .66" Mid-size 2-door 78' Luxury autos and station wagons .. .. .90" ADAMS ENTERPRISES 3017 West Route 120 Arte Henry, Illinois --