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"WEEKEND STAR" Perform a ory vehicle check Remember the old saying "an ounce of preven- tion is worth a pound of cure"? When it comes to key to safe, fuel-efficient driving. than waste money. It also produces. pollution that rain. 'With today's sophisticated engines and computer professionals. Still, performing the following inspec- the road. 0 Check tire pressures and look for signs of '| + uneven wear or embedded objects that can .. cause.air leaks, ~~ o Check around the car and under the engifie or. fluid leaks (if you detect a leak; get your vehicle to a garage as soon as possible). : | o Check fluid levels, including the engine oil, ~-engine coolant, transmission fluid and power steering fluid. 0 Check the engine compartment for cracked oF nad it Ri oo 3 Check for problems: with the brakes or ¢ Alignie e (for examplé; is the vehicle pulling to one side or the other?). your vehicle, routine preventive maintenance is % | Even minor mechanical problems can cause fuel | ~ consumption to soar. and: with today's gasoline Hes prices, that's 'not a welcome 'thought for any | motorist. But needless' fuel consumption doés'more | contributes to climate change, urban Smog and acid systems, most maintenance should be le to the . tion once a month can help you identify and avoid | problems that could cost you fuel and money. down ? a Tl FRIDAY, AUGUST 24, 2001 - 19 wi == Fall tune-up can provide peace of mind this winter Vehicle breakdowns are never a pleasant experience, but they can be particularly inconvenient and even dangerous in winter. That's why it is a good idea to have your vehicle tuned up this fall for peace of mind this win- ter. A typical fall tune-up will include an oil and filter change and checks of the vehicle's tires, brakes and fuel, ignition, cooling and exhaust sys- work done by an automotive profes- sional -- a family member or friend who is mechanically inclined may tems. It is a good idea to have this mean well, but do they really under- stand today's sophisticated engines? Regular tune-ups do more than help prevent nasty surprises; they also reduce your vehicle's fuel con- sumption and exhaust emissions. Studies have shown that a poorly maintained vehicle can consume up to 50 percent more fuel than one that is running properly. And every litre of wasted fuel means that unnecessary pollution is being released into the atmosphere, where it contributes to problems such as climate change, urban smog and acid rain. D1 4 AVA SBM sf aV AIR) > AVA al AN \ I 01 J VJ ll a: \ 1 DRIVE CLEAN your ATV | ali i the hunting seas on) LEAN DRIVE CLEAN S85-3400 or vil Owned and Operated EAN H ! = EAN DRIVE C CIE Ma. We al » DRIV: | WE'RE READY | {TO SERVE YOU! IDREVAlel€ NV3 id NVI JAI] Cl Neb AY on, Cl ~ - 1 -- i -- -- \ NV A NVI AIAG NVI JAIRIA LEAN - A \ J | wf EE H DIDI N 1% ALY |] § " DRIVE C * Always refer fo your owner's manual and use the ofl and fuel recommended by the manufacturer. » Change your fuel and air filter. * Inspect hoses, wiring and belts. + Check crankcase breather elements. Monday to Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. 1D JAIRIA NV31 NVI JAR NVI) JAIL] \ TAIN ie TRY LEAN