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Power StruggleEvery trip behind the wheelstarts literally with a bat-tery. Dont get caught flat-footed.
Warning Light!What to think and to do when one of a cars manywarning lights flashes on.
How Long Will It Last?Fuel injectors leak, timingbelts get tired and alterna-
tors can noisily grind to ahalt. Get wise to thelifespan of your vehiclesequipment.
Car Care To-DosWhat to do, when, to keepa vehicle running strong.
Test Your Car SmartsIs your vehicular relation-
ship in tune or could it usesome repair? Answer these10 questions and see.
Heads UpTodays headlamps arebecomingmore effectiveat lighting theroad ahead.
Oils Well
Heres how toavoid head-ing down aslippery slopeto expensiveenginerepairs.
10 TOP TIPS TO BOOST
ANY CARS FUEL ECONOMYYou, too, can be a hypermiler! Follow these easy tips tosave big money at the gas pump.
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RESALE:
ThE COST
OfNEgLECTWhaT you doNT do Will CosT you.PraCTiCe ProPer maiNTeNaNCe To keePyour Car ruNNiNg loNger aNd CommaNda higher resale value doWN The road.By JIM GORZELANY cTW FeaTureS
As the old saying goes, its
cheaper to keep an old car
running than to buy a newone. With the price of an
average new car approaching
$30,000, American motorists are holding
onto their rides longer than ever. The aver-
age age of passenger vehicles on the road
today is up to 10.6 years, according to the
Car Care Council, an industry trade group
in Bethesda, Md. With proper maintenance
and timely replacement of worn parts,
todays cars and trucks can stay on the road
for 200,000 miles or more.But even if youre not intending on keep-
ing your present vehicle until it literally
falls apart, regular mechanical and cosmetic
maintenance can make it more pleasurable
to drive and can actually save an owner
money in the long run. Neglected vehicle
care almost always means much higher costs
down the line, either in the form of more
extensive repairs or lost resale value, says
the CCCs executive director Rich White.
How much does the condition of a carcount at trade-in time? Lets take a close
look at the bottom line, starting with a
2006 Toyota Camry SE V6 with 60,000
miles on the odometer. According to the
valuation experts at NADAguides, in Costa
Mesa, Calif., an example thats in rough
shape, meaning one that requires mechani-
cal repairs and cosmetic reconditioning,
would carry a resale value of $9,850. By
comparison, one thats in clean condition,
with all mechanical systems in workingorder and an interior and exterior that are
in good condition, would afford a trade-in
value of $11,975. That pegs the cost of
neglect at $2,125.
What about an SUV? A five-year-old
Chevrolet Tahoe LT with four-wheel-drive at
60,000 miles would command an estimated
$16,450 as a rough trade-in versus $19,355
for one thats considered clean. Here, proper
maintenance puts an additional $2,905 in aconscientious owners pocket.
Drive a luxury car? The stakes are even
greater here. A 2006 Mercedes-Benz E500
sedan, also with 60,000 miles driven, would
garner $15,275 in rough condition, versus
an estimated $20,000 as a clean trade-in.
This amounts to a $4,725 difference, which
is a substantial 31 percent boost in resale
value due solely to the vehicles upkeep.
Follow the time-tested car-care tips pre-sented in the following pages, and youll
likewise be able to make the most of your
automotive investment now and in the
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SAViNg:
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TO BOOST ANYCARS fuEL
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By JIM GORZELANY cTW FeaTureS
With gasoline prices
surging well over $3
a gallon for the first
time since 2008 and
showing no signs of
retreating, its no surprise that fuel economy
is again a major concern among motorists.
A recent Consumer Reports survey found
that 80 percent of participants listed fuel
economy as an important factor in choosing
their next vehicle, and 40 percent listed it
among the top three most important fac-
tors.
Fortunately, those looking to save on fuelcosts dont necessarily need to spend the
money necessary to trade their existing cars
in for more-efficient models. Heeding the
time-tested tips below compiled from the
Environmental Protection Agency and other
auto-care sources can reduce most any cars
fuel consumption, sometimes dramatically.
Heres the 10 easiest ways to be a suc-
cessful hypermiler.
1. Stay in TuneFixing a vehicle thats in need of a tune-
up or has failed an emission test can boost
its mileage by about 4 percent. Simply
changing a clogged air filter can improve a
cars fuel economy by as much as 10 per-
cent, while addressing a more-serious prob-
lem like replacing a faulty oxygen sensor
can increase it by as much as 40 percent.
2. Slow and Steady Wins the Race
Lead-footed acceleration, heavy braking,high-speed driving, towing and engaging
four-wheel-drive will drain a vehicles gas
tank at a higher-than-average rate. Jack-
rabbit starts and sudden stops alone reduce
a car or trucks fuel economy by as much as
33 percent at highway speeds and by five
percent in the city. Driving at 75 mph uses
13 percent more fuel than cruising at 65
mpg, and 25 percent more than at 55 mph.
Drive smoothly and anticipate the move-
ment of traffic. Once up to speed maintain
a steady pace in top gear. Use cruise controlon the highway.
3. Tend to Tires
Keeping a vehicles tires properly inflated
according to the manufacturers specifica-
tions can affect both its mileage running
on under inflated tires can reduce a cars
mileage by as much as 3.3 percent and
lead to uneven and/or premature wear. And
check it often, using a simple tire gauge, as
tire pressure changes by an average of one
PSI (pound per square inch) with every
10-degree F change in air temperature.
When its time to buy a new set consider
low rolling resistance tires, which can
improve a cars fuel economy by as much as
6 percent.
4. Be Aerodynamically Aware
Removing a car or trucks roof rack will
improve its aerodynamics and, in turn, itsfuel economy by about five percent. At
highway speeds, more than half of the
engine power goes to overcoming drag, so
keep a vehicles windows closed to maintain
optimal aerodynamics and prevent a 10 per-
cent loss in fuel economy; open the vents to
bring in outside air, but use the air condi-
tioning sparingly because it causes to the
car to consume more gas.
5. Lighten UpReducing a vehicles weight is the easiest
way to improve its fuel economy.
Automakers regularly look to trim excess
pounds out of each of their models to maxi-
mize their mileage. To that end, dont treat
a car as a rolling storage locker. Carrying an
additional 100 pounds of gear in the trunk
can increase a vehicles energy consumption
by 1 to 2 percent.
6. Get Good GradesWhen its time for an oil change, be sure
to use the recommended grade as stated in
the owners manual. For example, using
10W-30-grade motor oil in an engine thats
otherwise designed to use 5W-30 can lower
its gas mileage by 1 to 2 percent. Also, look
for motor oil that says Energy Conserving
on the label to be sure it contains friction-
reducing additives.
7. Idle Worship
One of the easiest and most significantways to save gas is to simply turn off a cars
engine while waiting at a curb or sitting at
an extended stoplight. This can conserve
more than half a gallon of fuel for every
hour that would have been spent idling,
when a vehicle gets zero miles per gallon.
This is why high-mileage hybrid-powered
vehicles are programmed to power down
their gasoline engines when theyre at rest.
8. Combine Trips
Consolidating multiple errands into one
trip saves both time and gasoline. Several
short trips taken on different days, each
from a cold start, can use twice as much
fuel as a longer multipurpose trip covering
the same distance when the engine is warm.
9. Take Directions
One way to avoid wasting gas is to take
the most direct route to a destination and
not get lost. Any number of inexpensive
portable GPS navigation systems can do the
job, with higher-end models providing real-
time traffic information and the ability tore-route around jams or plot a more fuel-
friendly course. Some can even plot a
course to the gas station having the lowest
per-gallon prices when its time for a fill-up.
10. Monitor Your Motoring.
Just as its prudent to weigh in regularly
when going on a diet, its a good idea to use
a mileage monitor to help drive more effi-
ciently. Its easy to add one to just about any
newer-model car by plugging it into the
OBD (on-board diagnostics) port, which
is typically located underneath the dash-
board. Most can display both real-time and
average mpg, along with other pertinent
information.
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ANTILOCK BRAKING SYSTEM
What it looks like: The letters ABS.What it means: Theres a problem with the
antilock function in the braking system thatotherwise modulates brake pressure to pre-vent skidding during sudden stops and onwet or slick pavement.What to o: Have the technician check thesystem as soon as possible; normal brakingwill not likely be affected.
AIR BAGS
What it looks like: A seated stick figure witha round symbol at the abdomen.What it means: One or more of the cars air
bags is defective or has come disconnectedand may not deploy in case of a collision.What to o: Have the air bags checked outby a technician as soon as possible.
BRAKE SYSTEM
What it looks like: A circular symbol with anexclamation point or the word "BRAKE."What it means: Either the emergency brakeis engaged or there is a loss of fluid pres-sure in the braking system.What to o: Check the emergency brake andrelease it if necessary. Otherwise headstraight for a repair center to have the brak-ing system checked out; slow down anddrive with caution as it may take more pres-sure on the brake pedal than usual to bringthe car to a stop. If the brake pedal travel issignificantly longer than usual or you find itdifficult to stop the vehicle, pull over and callfor assistance.
CHECK ENGINE
What it looks like: An engine symbol and/orthe words CHECK ENGINE.
What it means: Typically, theres a problemaffecting the vehicles emissions system.This could be something as minor as thefuel filler cap missing or not replaced prop-erly, or a more significant issue, like a failedoxygen sensor or vacuum hose leaks, thatcan adversely affects a cars performanceand/or fuel economy.
By JIM GORZELANY cTW FeaTureS
Todays automobile dash-
boards are bedecked withan array of illuminated
dials and gauges, buttons,
dials, displays and touch
screens that all come on at once when the
ignition is engaged in a frenzy that would
have driven a Model T owner from the
early days of motoring into convulsions.
The instrument panel alone is home to
myriad warning lights. While some alert
motorists to benign situations like low fuel
or windshield washer fluid levels or the factthat the head lamps are on or the trunk is
open, others point to potentially serious
operating situations, like faulty brakes or an
engine thats overheating. They all come on
briefly when the car starts up, but motorists
should respond accordingly to those that
stay on or light up while the car is running
to avoid a breakdown and the need for
major mechanical repairs.
Warning lights are there for a reason, tolet us know something is wrong with our
car, says John Nielsen, national director of
auto repair and buying for the AAA in
Orlando, Fla. In some cases, ignoring a
warning light can quickly result in cata-
strophic damage to your cars engine, so its
important to know what each light means
and what you should do if it comes on
while driving.
Heres an illuminating look at instru-
ment panel warning lights that indicatemechanical problems, what they mean and
what a driver should do if one flashes on
while on the road - as always, be sure to
check a cars owners manual for detailed
explanations of its assorted warning lights.
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What to o: If the light comes on and stays on,make an appointment with a technician in thenear future to have the problem evaluated. If thelight flashes it indicates that the cars catalyticconverter is overheating; drive the vehicle to a
technician immediately to avoid an engine fireand/or costly emissions system repairs.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
What it looks like: A car battery or the wordALT or GEN.What it means: The cars alternator is nolonger sending electrical power to the charg-ing system.What to o: Turn off the climate control, radioand any other accessories (the exception herewould be to keep your head lamps on at nightfor safetys sake). Immediately head for a ser-vice facility or home of youre a short distanceaway; at the least find a safe place to park thecar until assistance arrives - youll likely haveat least 15 minutes of driving with all acces-sories off before the cars battery dischargesand the car stops running. Call for assistanceand have a technician check the cars electri-cal system. The problem could be a faultyalternator, a loose or broken alternator belt, orother system failure.
ENGINE TEMPERATURE
What it looks like: A thermometer or theword TEMP.What it means: The engine is overheating,likely due to a low coolant level or a malfunc-tion in the cooling system. (In some cars thislight may stay illuminated after a cold start fora short time until the engine is fully warmedup - this would not indicate a problem.)What to o: Slow down, switch off the airconditioner, roll down the windows and turnon the cars heater to its highest fan andtemperature settings. If the cars coolingsystem is simply overloaded in hot weatheror when pulling a trailer, this can help relivethe pressure and keep the car going for atime. If your car is equipped with an enginetemperature gauge look to see if this getsthe needle out of the red zone.If the light does not go off and/or the enginetemperature gauge remains in the red zone,
pull off the road as soon as its safe to doso and allow the engine to idle. Check forcooling system leaks under the car or steamcoming from under the hood, but be cau-tious when opening the hood to avoid burns
from boiling coolant and never remove theradiator cap until the car is sufficientlycooled down. If the light goes out, check thecoolant level from the reservoir (not the radi-ator cap) and replenish as necessary with a50/50 percent mixture of antifreeze and dis-tilled water - auto parts stores sell premixedcoolant and its handy to keep a jug in thetrunk for such emergencies.If the light does not go off af ter the car idlesfor a few minutes call for assistance. If thelight goes out and the car is drivable, stillhave the cooling system subsequently exam-
ined by a technician.
OIL PRESSURE
What it looks like: An oil can or word OIL.What it means: A potentially calamitousdrop in oil pressure due to a malfunctioningoil pump, low oil level or other issues.What to o: Pull off the road as soon as itssafe to do so, turn off the engine and call forassistance. Dont drive any further than nec-essary to avoid serious engine damage.
TIRE PRESSUREWhat it looks like: A cross-section of a tirewith an exclamation point.What it means: On later-model carsequipped with a tire-pressure monitoringsystem this indicates one or more tires aresignificantly under inflated, either because ofgradual leakage or a puncture.What to o: Pull off the road when it is safe todo so and visually inspect the tires to see if oneis flat or is significantly deflated. If thats thecase, change the tire according to the manu-facturers instructions or call for assistance.
Otherwise, use a gauge to check the tires airpressure or listen for leaks and feel for objectsin the tread of a tire that seems low on air.Head for the nearest gas station to refill the tirethats low on air and monitor the pressure daily;better yet, have a service facility inspect thetires for leaks or damage.
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In some cases, ignoring a warning light can quicklyresult in catastrophic damage to your cars engine. Its
important to know what each light means and what youshould do if it comes on while driving.
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ENGINE & TRANSMISSION
Electronic-Control Unit (ECU) 80,000-100,000
Electronic-Ignition Module 100,000
Engine Belts 40,000-60,000
Oil Pump LifetimeTiming Belt 60,000-100,000
Timing Chain 100,000
Valve Lifters Lifetime
While a meticulous maintenance program can help
keep your car on the road for 200,000 or more
miles, not all of its components will go the dis-tance. Many wear and tear items, like batteries
and brake components, need replacing on a regular
basis. Others, like the alternator and fuel pump, can fail nearly without
notice.
How long can you expect key components to last? Though some cars prove
to be more reliable in some areas than others over time, and given motorists
will operate their vehicles more severely than others, some reasonable assump-
tions can still be made regarding the expected life span of a vehicles major ele-
ments.
The following predictions, expressed in miles driven or years of use,
were compiled with input from multiple expert sources and tend to be onthe conservative side. Though you should treat these as broad estimates,
they can help you anticipate, budget and shop for required repairs before
they necessitate expensive emergency service. As always, follow your cars
recommended maintenance schedule as outlined in its owners manual
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Radiator 100,000
Radiator Hoses 40,000-60,000
Thermostat 60,000-75,000
Water Pump 60,000-90,000
BRAKES, STEERING & SUSPENSIONAUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION LIFETIME
ACCESSORIES
Air Conditioning Compressor 80,000-100,000
Heater Core 80,000-100,000
Horn 100,000
Power-Window Motor 60,000-90,000
Wiper Blades 20,000-1 Year
Wiper Motor 80,000-100,000
Washer Pump 80,000-100,000
ELECTRICAL
Alternator 40,000-80,000
Battery 3-5 Years
Battery Cables 3-5 Years
Starter 80,000-100,000
Voltage Regulator 80,000-100,000
Control Arm, Lower (Ball Joint)70,000-100,000
Clutch 40,000-60,000
Disc-Brake Calipers 80,000-100,000
Disc-Brake Pads 30,000-60,000
Disc-Brake Rotors 40,000-60,000
Drum-Brake Shoes 30,000-40,000
Drum-Brake Cylinders 70,000-90,000Struts 50,000-60,000
Power-Steering Pump 80,000-100,000
Shock Absorbers 35,000-50,000
Springs 100,000
Tie Rod 70,000-90,000
Universal/CV Joint 80,000-100,000
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Catalytic Converter 100,000
Fuel Filter 30,000-40,000
Fuel Injector 100,000
Fuel Pump 70,000-90,000
Fuel Tank lifetime
Muffler & Pipes 50,000-80,000
PCV Valve 30,000-40,000
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By JAY KOBLENZ cTW FeaTureS
Since the automotive industry
traded the hand crank for the
turn of a key or the press of a
button, having a reliable bat-
tery under the hood is a neces-
sity for starting a vehicles engine. There are
few sounds less welcome that hearing a
faint, tired whirrrr when hitting the
ignition or worse the dreaded feebleclicking sound that indicates a completely
dead battery.
Technology has advanced remarkably,
with newer battery types having more
cranking and residual power in smaller and
lighter packages and requiring minimal
attention. Still, proper battery maintenance
and timely replacement is vital to avoid
being saddled with a battery that seems to
groan and die just when its needed most.
The first step is to simply check the con-nection on a regular basis. If a battery cable
is loose, it wont properly charge. Simply
looking at and wiggling the cable is all it
takes to be certain; tighten the connection
with a small wrench or pliers if necessary.
Look for corrosion on the battery terminals
this usually appears as a
white powdery substance.
Large amounts of corro-
sion can be removed with
a wire brush, and then
the terminal can be
cleaned with baking
soda and wipedwith a damp rag.
The next step
is to check the
electrolyte levels,
which is the fluid in
the battery cells. A lead
acid battery (by far the most
common type) will have multiple
cells. While a maintenance-free
battery might offer no way to check or
add fluid, other types will have caps overeach cell with a minimum and maxi-
mum fill line. It is best to add distilled
water, but according to autobatteries.
com, any good drinking water can work
in a pinch.
Car batteries operate optimally when
theyre charged and discharged regularly, but
never to the extreme. Thats why those plan-
ning to store an automotive battery, such as
with a car that wont be driven for the win-
ter or while its owners are living elsewherefor a season, should attach a trickle char-
ger to the terminals. A good charger will
keep the battery topped off without over-
charging, thus keeping it healthy while not
otherwise in use.
Starting a car in cold weather is challeng-
ing because it both weakens the power of
the battery and makes an engine more diffi-
cult to start by thickening the oil. What
many people dont realize, however, is that
hot weather actually does more to shorten
the life of a battery. According to the CarCare Council, heat will damage a battery by
evaporating the fluid more quickly and
causing more charging system malfunctions.
A battery will discharge quickly if there is a
problem with the vehicles charging system.
A failing voltage regulator causes a too-high
charging rate, which the Council calls
slow death for a battery.
Even with the best maintenance, a bat-
tery will eventually lose its ability to hold a
proper charge and will need to be replaced,
ideally with a high-quality, maintenance-
free battery. For those seeking the latest
technology there are gel batteries that
wont spill if tipped over and lightweight
lithium-ion batteries (the type found in cell
phones, notebook computers and a few
hybrid-powered vehicles). However, these
can be quite expensive and offer few advan-
tages for the average motorist.
The two crucial factors to watch for in
shopping for a new battery is to get one thats
the right size (so if fits tightly in the allotted
space) and has the proper amperage. Except
for some old classics, all modern cars have12-volt systems. Size or Group Size refers to
the height, width and length of the battery so
it fits properly in the compartment. This
information can be found in a vehicles man-
ual, or it can be found easily online and at
auto parts stores.
The owners manual will also provide the
recommended cold-cranking amps for a
replacement battery. Dont go below this
number, although its perfectly fine to go a
little higher. Batteries also list the manufac-turing date, usually stamped with two char-
acters: a letter for the month (A=January,
B=February, etc.) and the second a number,
the last digit of the year. A battery made in
December 2010, for example, would say
L0. Look for a battery thats no more than
six months old.
One last warning: Car batteries are filled
with acid and can give off explosive hydro-
gen gas. Rarely dangerous when handled
properly, there are significant hazards inlack of caution. Those unfamiliar with
proper procedures should find a knowledge-
able professional to replace and recycle
a battery.
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The three years came and went with me saving all of my earnings and waiting to get my daylightdrivers license. Finally it happened, I turned 14, was a legal driver, and in need of a car I could callmy own. After a few weeks and much help from dad, I struck a deal on a 1973 Chevelle SS that hadbeen sitting in a fi eld about 20 mi les up the road.
This was one of many cars I owned throughout my schoolyears. Eventually the day came that I had to enter the workingworld so with my love of cars, I chose the automotive fi eld. Overthe years I held jobs as a parts person, service manager, salesmanager, and have run multi-franchise new car dealerships allthe while missing the feel and smell of the old cars.
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Prudent car care is an interactive endeavor that requires owners to keep tabs on their vehicles systems and replace wear and tear items
when necessary or according to recommended service intervals. Moderately handy motorists can perform most inspections and many
simple service procedures themselves; others are encouraged to consult with a trusted service technician on a regular basis to keep
their cars in top shape.
Be sure to check your owners manual for model-specific service intervals youll need to follow to maintain your vehicles war-
ranty coverage. Youll also find pertinent information on where and how to check fluids and what types to use, recommended tire pressure and
other details. Otherwise, heres a recommended schedule of inspections and service intervals, with input provided by the Car Care Council:
WhaT To do, WheN, To keeP your vehiCle ruNNiNg sTroNgCAR CARE TO-DOS
MONTHLYHealights/Tail Lights/Turn Signals/Backup
Lights Visually inspect an replace as neces-sary.
Tire Pressure/Trea WearMaintain manufacturer-recommene air pres-sure. Check for uneven, irregular or excessive
wear, an cuts an bruises in siewalls, replac-ing (in pairs or all four at once) as necessary.
Wash Exterior/Clean InteriorOnly use specific car-wash proucts (not ishwashing etergent) to prevent stripping wax.
Winshiel Washer FluiReplenish with washer flui only, never tap
water.
EVERY 3 MONTHS/3,000 MILESAutomatic Transmission Flui LevelCheck with engine running an transmission inpark; replenish as necessary an change
every two years/24,000 miles.
Battery an Cables
Shoul be securely mounte with clean, tightan corrosion-free connections; test every threeyears an replace if necessary
BeltsCheck for looseness an conition; replace
when fraye or worn.
Engine Air Filter
Shake out loose ust/irt; replace everyyear/12,000 miles or if amage, worn orexcessively irty.
Engine Oil an FilterReplace every 3,000-5,000 miles accoring to
how an where you rive an the manufactur-ers recommenations; check level weekly.
Exhaust
Check uner the vehicle for leaks an amage;repair as necessary.
Fuel FilterRemove an inspect for clogs; replace everytwo years/24,000 miles.
HosesRaise the hoo an inspect; replace when leak-
ing, brittle, cracke or otherwise amage.
Power Steering Flui
Check level with the car warme up, replenishas necessary.
EVERY 6 MONTHS/6,000 MILESPolish Exterior
Use a goo-quality wax to maintain the finish;apply an buff in a shay spot.
Winshiel Wiper BlaesReplace twice a year or if theyre cracke ortorn, or chatter or streak.
EVERY 12 MONTHS/12,000 MILESBrakes
Have brake linings, rotors an rums profes-
sionally inspecte; pay attention to symptoms
of worn components like grining an squealing
noises an faing brake grip.
Cabin Air Filter
Replace yearly, or more frequently if riving in
usty areas.
Engine Coolant (Antifreeze)
Change annually; check level weekly at reser-
voir an replenish with 50/50 mix of antifreeze
an istille water (only use coolant type rec-
ommene for vehicle).
Spark Plugs
Remove an clean excess carbon with a wire
brush an check gap accoring to specification;
replace if amage or accoring to the manu-
facturers maintenance scheule.
Steering an SuspensionLook for symptoms of worn components like
uneven tire wear an excessive bouncing over
bumps; have a technician inspect system com-
ponents an replace as necessary.
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1. After a o-it-yourself oil change, the use
oil shoul be ispose by:
a. Pouring it down the drain
b. Put it in a closed container in the garbage
c. Taking it to a service station or any shop
that changes oil
2. When topping off the coolant in a cars
raiator, a: a. 50 percent water, 50 percent antifreeze
b. 100 percent antifreeze
c. 70 percent antifreeze, 30 percent water
3. True or False: A motorist can tell when a
tire is inflate properly by simply checking to
see if its low
4. When changing a tire, the proper way to
make sure the lug nuts are secure is to:
1. Hand-tighten each lug nut, then use apneumatic wrench
2. Tighten each nut until it squeaks
3. Tighten each nut in a four- or five-pointed
star pattern to one half of the torque specifica-
tion given in the owners manual, and then
again to full value
5. To etermine the recommene oil viscosi-
ty for a cars engine, look:
a. In the owners manual
b. On the dipstick
c. On the sticker from the shop that changedthe oil the last time
6. Carrying sanbags in the trunk can best
improve wet-roa traction in:
a. A rear-wheel-drive vehicle with high-per-
formance tires
b. A front-wheel-drive vehicle
c. Rear-wheel vehicle with all-season tires
7. True or False: All cars get better fuel econ-
omy running on premium gas
8. How often shoul an engines oil be
change?
a. Every 3,000 miles
b. At frequency owners manual suggests
c. Whenever it seems low
9. What causes amage to a cars exterior?
a. Precipitation
b. Environmental crud bird droppings,
tree sap, road grime
c. Road salt
10. If engine begins overheating, immeiately:
a. Stop the car and wait 15 minutes
b. Turn on the heat
c. Turn on the air conditioning
ANSWERS1. C Most states require such businesses to
accept used oil for disposal
2. A In most climates, a 50-50 solution offersprotection to -34 degrees F.
3. False. A tire can be low by as much as 10
pounds per square inch and not show it.
4. C
5. A
6. A
7. False. Unless its required by the automaker,
buying premium is a waste of money
8. B
9. A, B and C. Even the pollutants in rainwater
can have an adverse effect10. B The excess heat goes into the heater
core, which lowers the temperature of the cool-
ant, hopefully long enough to get the car home
or to a mechanic
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F or many of us, our cars are more than meretransportation. We name them, customizethem and care for them as if they weremembers of our families. When they break down even if its through our own neglect its a personal
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By dEB ACORd cTW FeaTureS
Getting the most illumina-
tion from a cars head-
lights has been a goal
and a source of concern for decades. An article in
a 1936 Popular Mechanics magazine,
Riddle Challenges Inventors, detailed the
frustration of owners complaining about
their cars outrunning their lights.
Lighting technology has seen incredible
advances in the past century, and those
vexed inventors at General Electric who
were running tests in the 1930s would no
doubt be amazed by one of the newer devel-
opments, the High Intensity Discharge
headlamp.
Instead of a tungsten filament, an HID
light uses a high-voltage electrical arc. The
result is a bluish-white light that seems topierce the dark, providing about twice as
much illumination as conventional head
lamps, according to the National Highway
Transportation Safety Administration. HID
lights provide greater lighting intensity in
all parts of the beam except for a narrow
central cone near the horizon and an area
above the horizon, the agency reports.
An NHTSA survey found that 57 per-
cent of drivers whose cars had HID head-
lamps said they were safer drivers because of
the technology. Scientists at the Lighting
Research Center at Rensselaer Polytechnic
Institute agree. In a 2010 report, the center
reported that HID headlamps are func-
tional; they actually provide more light than
halogen, especially in the visual periphery,which leads to greater visual performance.
Researchers at the LRC also found that
light common to HID headlamps provides
longer visibility distances than halogen
headlamps. They are also more energy effi-
cient than halogens (35 watts compared to
55 for a halogen), and have a longer operat-
ing life (3,000 hours compared to 1,000
hours for halogen).
HID headlamps have been in use since
the early 1990s, and were originally only
available on luxury cars. Today, almost
every manufacturer has one or more models
equipped with HID lighting. It has become
popular for owners of older-model cars to
update their headlight systems with HID
headlamp conversion kits. NHTSA sayssuch retrofits dont conform to government
headlight standards.
Headlight restoration kits use a sanding
and polishing process to rejuvenate yel-
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3Ms kit sells for around $14 and is avail-
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Among the highest car-care priorities is to maintain a
well-oiled machine. Sure its a clich, but automo-
tive experts agree its crucial to ensuring a vehicles
engine will run smoothly for tens of thousands of
miles.
Motor oil has four primary functions. The first is lubrication,
which simply prevents moving parts from destroying each other by
friction. The second is to prevent deterioration so an engines inter-nal components wont rust or become corroded by chemical reac-
tions. The third task is to help maintain proper engine cooling,
while the fourth role is to remove contaminants and debris by carry-
ing them to collect in the oil filter, where they can be taken out of
the flow.
That fourth function is the main reason why motor oil and the
oil filter must be changed at regular intervals. Engine oil becomes
contaminated with the by-products of combustion and pollutants,
which causes it to break down and become less able to do its job. It
sounds simple, but many motorists are unsure how often to have the
oil and filter changed and which type of oil to use.Theres no harm in changing the oil too frequently, other than
wasting money and resources, but its more prudent to follow an
automakers recommendations, which can be found in an owners
manual or maintenance schedule. Oil change intervals are usually
given for normal driving and for severe conditions. It may come
as a surprise, but most cars fall into the severe driving category,
which can be as often
every three months
or 3,000 miles,
though this varies by
model.
Thats because todaystraffic, pollution and stop-
and-go driving puts more
stress on a cars engine. Other
factors considered severe
would be taking frequent short
trips, carrying heavy loads (or
towing a trailer), driving under
dirty or dusty conditions and in
extremely hot or cold weather.
That means just about everyone
except the rare person who drives
almost exclusively for moderate
distances at slower speeds will fall
into the severe category.
It can be a bit more difficult to
decide which type of oil to choose. A
vehicles manufacturer may either rec-
ommend a specific type of oil or a
choice of various viscosities; this is
often referred to as its weight. This is
actually a grade of oils thickness orresistance to flow. A lower number is
thinner, a higher number is thicker.
Most motor oil today is multi-grade,
which means it features properties of
both low and high viscosity, expressed in
a numerical range, such as 10W-30 or
20W-50. (The W stands for winter to
indicate cold-weather performance.).
Older cars often require different
weights for warmer and colder climates
and seasons, while most late-model vehiclesare able to run the same oil year-round
except under extreme circumstances, such as
when driving continually below zero or
above 100 degrees Fahrenheit. Again, be
sure to follow the vehicle manufacturers
advice.
So-called synthetic oils provide a
wider viscosity range than traditional
oils and can withstand a wider variation
in climates. Synthetics can also be moreresistant to breaking down. To that end
theyre typically recommended for high-per-
formance cars. Their durability also means
oil-change intervals can be extended, but this
again depends on the type of vehicle and
how its driven. Unfortunately, synthetic
lubricants are more expensive than the con-
ventional kind, and may not provide any real
advantage for those who change their cars
oil frequently.
Also, be aware that motorcycles and carsor trucks having diesel engines require spe-
cific types of motor oil that are labeled
accordingly.
Always use a brand and type of oil thats
been approved by the American Petroleum
Institute and carries the API symbol. This
round emblem will give the oils weight,
whether its energy conserving (meaning it
contains friction-reducing additives) and its
service category. Regarding the latter, SN
is the current top-grade category, and is said
to afford top fuel economy and lower emis-
sions. For diesel engines its CL-4. The previ-
ous top designation, which may still be
found on retailers shelves, was SM; its
best to avoid oils with older designations,
such as SL, SG, SH and SF, especially for use
in newer cars.
High-mileage vehicles sometimes need
more frequent oil changes because worn
engine parts allow more pollutants into theoil, allowing it to get dirty more quickly.
Older-car owners should check their oil fre-
quently, keeping it topped off as necessary.
But beware that if a cars engine requires fre-
quent oil replenishment between changes,
thats a warning sign of mechanical problems
that will require an expert mechanics atten-
tion.
Finally, those changing their own oil are
advised to recycle it properly. Because used
motor oil is considered a toxic waste, it cantbe just thrown away or, even worse, poured
down the drain. Many facilities that sell or
change oil will accept used oil for recycling,
sometimes for a modest fee.
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