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Getting Your Car Ready for School

Follow Five-Point Checklist for a Kid-Safe, Road Ready Vehicle

It's back-to-school time and we’re here to help families get their vehicles ready for car pools, playdates, soccer games and more. An informative new video from the non-profit organization provides motorists a with a five-point checklist to be performed before the start of the school year.

"There is always a lot to do before school starts and making sure your vehicle is running safely and efficiently should be at the top of that 'to-do' list," said Rich White, executive director, Car Care Council. "Our new back-to-school video offers maintenance and safety tips to help parents and their precious passengers travel safely to and from school and all kinds of activities."

The Back to School video highlights five areas that should be checked to make sure vehicles are kid-safe and road ready:

1) Check lights and wipers for visibility. With shorter days and inclement weather ahead, make sure lights and wipers function properly so that you can see and be seen. Check wiper blades for signs of wear and replace if necessary.

2) Get an annual brake inspection. The braking system is your car's most important safety feature. Before carpool season gets in full swing, make sure that your brakes are functioning properly. Schedule a brake inspection and look for warning signs that your vehicle may need brake service, such as an illuminated brake light or screeching, grinding or clicking noises when applying the brakes.

3) Check tires for under inflation or excessive wear. Check tire pressure and refill underinflated tires, including the spare, and look for uneven wear and check tread depth.

4) Make sure everyone is buckled up. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) website has important tips on seat belt fit and position. For the younger ones riding along, the site has information about how to install car seats as well as guidelines on selecting a car seat or booster based on your child's age and size.

5) Consider a back-up detection device. Consider having a back-up detection device installed that provides rearview video or warning sounds when moving in reverse. While drivers should not rely solely on these devices, they can help to reduce the risk of back-over incidents along with following other prevention tips from NHTSA.

To keep your vehicle in safe, dependable working condition, bring it to Bastian!



SOURCE Car Care Council
 


Written on Tuesday, August 20, 2019 by
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