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a "WEEKEND STAR" FRIDAY, APRIL 20, 2001 - 23 Wi DRIVING SAFETY TIP: Tow a load only if brakes are in top shape If you are planning to tow a motor home, a boat, or trailer this summer, a thor- ough check of your vehi- cle's braking system is essential before you hit the road. Brake shoes and pads should be examined and the brake fluid checked on both the vehicle and the trailer. Electrical brake connections should also be carefully examined. Towing = requires your brakes to work much harder than usual, so you'll need maximum stopping power you. For those using sport utility vehicles, pick ups or mini vans as the towing vehicle, consider Bendix MetLock brakes, which are designed specifically for these demands and have proven to provide outstand- ing performance across a wide range of operating conditions. These brakes are built with hundreds of "fingers" that grip the fric- i properly . on the vehicle with a heavy load behind RH tion firmly and virtually eliminate the possibility of lining and plate separa-- tion. Cross-check for safety Heavy loads affect other engine systems, too. If your filters need replacing or your spark plugs are fouled, you'll experience a notice- able drop in performance.. Before setting out on the road, check that your tires are in good shape and that all the lights are working and the trailer. Take a look at the owner's manual to refresh your memory on the. essentials of towing. Distribute the weight even- ly in the boat or trailer for example, and make sure that your car's hitch below - the bumper is adequate for the job. More information . on brakes and other safety precautions is available on "Technical the Bendix Hotline at (888) 633-1438, or through your preferred dealer. oH Si han Rr Automotive Tips & News SRG Tire rotation: a must! Rotating your tires according to the manufacturer's recommendations will optimize tire performance and keep the treads from wearing out too quickly. Checking the air pressure of your tires at least once a month and rotating them regularly will also enhance the overall performance c of your vehicle. {EAR WARRANTY AN JES. | ON ALI v= "2 1¢ 1 \/{ . CERTIFIED > VEHICLES oN 7 J wasm-- i ------ OL AEEE-------- EE a > _-- . oR Sy 8 98 GMC SONOMA ; Whe, V6, auto, 111 K \ow*10,500 94 x CROWN VIC | Blue, V8, auto, loaded, |: 150K WAS $9,900 = $y wy 3 a - Hyd Burgundy tof, auto; loaded, 135K Burgundy, V6, auto, loaded, 125 K : Fiog00 now *9,500 foo00 now *5,500 i, 000 Gren, 4D, V6, auto, loaded, 147K 8000 on °8,500 : 4 TRE er CERNE ASE SEINE AS Sa Tr Th & 3 3 3 A Pr EINE TTR ra 48 5a Tl eras i A 97 DODGE SLT LARAMIE 92 GMC SLE EXT. 4X48 +. Green, 6 cyl, auto, air, 117K Red, V8, auto, loaded, topper, 88K Black, V8, auto, loaded, 166 K. ion NoW?10,900 Feo NoW®16,500 Tio Now*13,900 (AKWOOD AUTO SALES 70s 0953-9273 Huy. Hr West of Oakwood Satisfaction Guaranteed - DRIVE A LITTLE / SAVE 4 LOT! 95 FORD F-150 XL We service what we sell Gold Wing A new millennium A new Gold Wing the same indescribable sense of adventure 3 - A " \