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"A Family Tradition for 128 Years" PORT PERRY STAR - Tuesday, September 26, 1995 - 19 Motorists should start preparing for winter driving before the snow flies Most motorists, primar- ily city motorists believe they will never be strand- ed in a snow storm. Yet, every year, there are re- ports of motorists freezing to death in their vehicles within the city limits, re- minds Car Care Canada of the Automotive Industries Association of Canada. For example, it could be late at night and you could be stranded only a mile or two from a gas station or house. But trying to walk a mile or two in a snow storm is dangerous. So, why not take that added precaution and put together a basic winter motoring survival kit, in- cluding: 1. scraper and brush; 2. How much do you know about your brakes? Try this quick quiz Brakes: The most critical safety system on a vehicle. After tires they are the leading vehi- cle defect among highway accidents. How much do you know about the brakes on your car? Here's a multiple choice quiz brought to you by Car Care Canada of the Auto- motive Industries Associa- tion of Canada, that offers a few pointers on the sub- ject. Score yourself as. fol- lows: five correct, excel- lent; four correct, good; three correct, passing; be- low this, brush up on your car care. 1. If your car pulls to the left when brakes are applied: a) your left front tire may be underinflated; b) your right front brake isn't functioning properly; c) your left front wheel bearing may be failing; d) all of the above. (dis correct)) 2. When brakes squeal you should: a) replace all pads and linings; b) have the rotors resur- faced; c) ignore the noise, it's normal; d) have a mechanic check itout; e) all of the above. (d is correct, although inspection may disclose that one or more of the oth- er answers also apply. Brake squeal is common, sometimes indicating the need for corrective meas- ures.) 3. Brake fluid in the master cylinder reser- voir should be checked and replenished as needed. When doing so, use: a) whatever good brake fluid you may have in your garage; b) a good brand of brake fluid meeting specifica- tions as recommended in your owner's manual; c) any quality grade of 20 weight motor oil; d) any or all of the above. (bis correct. Always use brake fluid from a freshly opened container; use only the specified grade of fluid.) RAY'S TOWING 15785 Simcoe St. N. PORT PERRY "SCRAP CAR DISPOSAL" SEARS FLAT BED TRANSPORTING Le ce 985-8707 D.AA. shovel; 3. booster cables; 4. sand, salt and kitty lit- ter (may help to free your vehicle if it's stuck); 5. traction pads or pieces of old carpeting; 6. first aid kit; 7. flashlight; 8. flares; 9. extra fuses, radiator hoses, and fan belts; 10. blankets or sleeping bags (for warmth); 11. extra winter clothing (again for warmth); 12. tow line or chain; 13. a supply of non- perishable foods such as chocolate bars, instant soup, tea or coffee (should you get stranded for a long period of time); 14. a tin can and matchesoralight- er and candles to melt snow (never use unmelted snow as a substitute for drinking water); plus, a . single candle can warm an empty full-sized sealed car by 4.5 degrees C (10 de- grees I); 15. an emergency To help survive life threatening situations, your car should be kept in top operating condition. How long has it been since you've had a tune-up? Is your battery 100 per cent efficient? Tire thread con- dition is crucial when driv- ing on ice and snow. Also check inflation. Keep plen- ty of windshield washer/ anti-freeze solvent in the reservoir and keep your gas tank as full as possible to minimize condensation. Freezing of moisture in the fuel system can cut off fuel flow. Be sure all lights are working and occasion- ally clean off road dirt and salt. 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