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McHenry Plaindealer (McHenry, IL), 12 Oct 1979, p. 33

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PAGE 10 - PLAINDEALER - FRIDAY, OCTOBER 12,1979 when it appears unfit for further servk$. when cables pass your inspection, use you[ cable cleaning tool and polish the terminals until they are bright and shining. 8) Clean die battery posts. Be sure they are bright and shining. Then place die battery back in its tray, making sure the terminals art in the proper posi­ tion. 9) Install battery hold down bracket and battery cables. Start with positive (+) first.' The negative (-) grounded cable is connected last. After the cables are snugly tightened, you can protect them from further corrosion by cov­ ering the terminal with a coat­ ing of petroleum jelly. NOTE: If your battery ap­ pears to have a lot of corrosion on its cover and you need to add water often, it may-be due to a high charging system volt­ age. Have your local service­ man check voltage regulator setting. tact with eyes get immediate medical attention. KEEP AWAY FROM CHILDREN. 2) Remove the battery ca­ bles. Start with the negative (-) or grounded cable first to pre­ vent sparks resulting from acci­ dental grounding of die positive termini. 3) Next remove the positive (+) cable from the battery ter­ minal. 4) Remove the battery hold down bracket (note the position of the terminals) and remove die battery from the vehicle. 5) Place the .battery on die floor near a drain and wash it with a solution of baking soda and water. DO NOT allow any solution to enter the battery cells. After cleaning, rinse .the battery with clear water. 6) Next inspect the battery tray and remove all signs of corrosion using the baking soda and water, then flush with clean water, dry and paint die tray. 7) Inspect the cables and terminals. Replace a cable store to make the job easier and safer, a cable puller and pliers; a terminal and damp cleaning tool and, most important, safety goggles, if you don't al­ ready have them in your tool kit. Wear your goggles and wear old clothes. Also read the warning battery manufacturers put on the battery. It usually is oe fnllnu/Q* DANGER: Batteries produce explosive gases; keep sparks, flame, cigarettes away. Venti­ late when charging or using in enclosed space. This battery contains sulfuric acid which causes severe burns. If acid contacts eyes, skin or clothing, flush well with water. For con­ rtFj/A HERE NOW!!! Just Arrived New Shipment of i Hiri} art Saw! All Sizes i« Stock! Pressure Cap „ Tight Fit? Seal OK? V^lve-Check Spring OK? Operating Properly? Gaiksts Leaking? Ho--i Collapsed? Soft? Bulging? Brittle? Leaking? Cracked? Glazed? Frayed? Adjusted Properly? Continental Mark VI 4-Door precautions against scratchinj or contact with objects of higl temperature that might mar th surface." . 6Cttck9 instead it's time for When you turn the key to start your engine and your car just clicks, the problem may be a discharged battery. Or it could be nothing more than cor­ rosion resistance on the battery cables. According to Car Care Council, the latter is a common automotive ailment and, like most troubles, it's easily pre­ vented. The accumulation of corro­ sion causes high resistance to prevent die flow of current to and from the battery. A tem­ porary remedy, which may get you started, is to gendy twist the cable terminal clamps. Make sure all accessories are off before attempting this. A spark could cause'an explosion. Be careful not to twist the 1 post loose from die battery! Twisting the cable terminals ' may help make contact between the cable and die battery termi­ nal. Should you make contact, enabling you to start your en­ gine, the problem should be corrected as soon as possible by a good cleaning of the battery terminals and cable clamps. Your repairman can do the job properly in a matter of a few minutes. If you are a do-it-yourselfer, the Council suggests this pro­ cedure. 1) Pick up the following items from your auto supply GRANT BATTERIES BP TO McHenry, III. THE 1980's ARE HERE! Ready For Immediate Delivery Some tips to make your winter driving easier McHenry Tire Mart! 3931 W. Mail! Motorists who live in areas where winter temperatures are frigid know that driving with­ out sufficient anti-freeze pro­ tection is like driving without wheels. You won't get any­ where. Yet many motorists are not familiar with other products that help cars function in cold weather. _ Every fall have your car's cooling system flushed out with radiator flush and add a fresh 50-50 mix of anti-freeze and water to guard against rust and corrosion as well as sub-zero temperatures. Ilie other liquids in the car need special attention in the cold weather also. A change of oil, standard procedure year round, is crudfcl now because in colder temperatures some oils thicken like molasses. And mechanics agree: molasses makes a terrible automotive lubricant. Many can suffer from the frosty problem of "gas line freeze. Moisture builds up in the gas tank and can freeze in the line, blocking the flow of gasoline in the carburetor. The result may be a non-starting car. Dry gas helps prevent mois­ ture from freezing in your fuel system and it helps prevent car­ buretor icing too. Radiator Busty? Seeping? Mow to clean and care I for acrylic accessories By BARBAkA BRASS Window cleaning sprays. Continental Mark VI 2-Door From its inception, the Continental Mark has exemplified a high form of automotive expression. For 1980, the evolutionary process continues with an sll new two-door and four- door Mark VI. Standard convenience features include a computerized electronic instrument panel which comprises a digital readout speedometer, graphic fuel gauge and message center with vehicle warning system and trip computer... all at your fingertips. New automatic overdrive transmission. New luxurious styling. It's Mark VI... a true Mark of Distinction... dedicated to pleasing the moat discriminating. Come in fors test drive of this fine car soon. AARON IS COMING! Clear up any doubts you may have had about furnishing your home with acrylic accessories. The excellent transparency and beauty of these items will last forever with proper care and maintenance. Mr. Joseph S. Layman, Chairman of the Board of Kar- mel Plastics and a member of The Plastics Pioneer Associa­ tion of America, believes that "Acrylic furnishings can retain their attractive appearance for a very long time if they are cleaned and cared for properly. "This care should include UNDER NEW MANAGEMENT 4611W. RTE. 120 (815)344-1200 SALES: MON.-FRI. 9-9 AT. 9-5 SUN.1 kitchen scouring compounds or solvents such as gasoline, ben­ zene, etc., should never be used. Dust with a soft, damp cloth to avoid surface scratches. 'Acrylics can be further main­ tained by occasional waxing with a good auto paste wax. This will remove fine scrat­ ches while setting an additional layer of gloss to the surface. Several anti-static cleaners for plastics are available which will reduce static electricity and dust attraction. Wiping with a soft damp cloth is all that is necessary to keep acrylic surfaces dust free between application of these -cleaners, •mnmsrm Acrylic surfaces should be washed with a mild soap or de­ tergent and plenty of lukewarm Wtter. Use a clean, soft cloth", ying only light pressure^/ ' / a w / W / W / J ' v . v / - Acrylics are made not to be, seen but seen through. Keep all your plastic furniture and acces- " ' paries clean and clear with reg- •^V^^PPtcction.

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