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Pre-Trip Vehicle Check Minimizes Holiday Travel Stress

High traffic volumes and unpredictable weather make the holidays a stressful time to travel. While you can't control the traffic or the weather, you can make sure that your vehicle is prepared for the trip.

To minimize stress and avoid holiday road trip mishaps, check the following items as part of a thorough pre-trip vehicle check.

Check the brake system and make sure the battery connection is clean, tight and corrosion-free.

Check filters and fluids, including engine oil, power steering and brake and transmission, as well as windshield washer solvent and antifreeze/coolant.

Make sure heaters, defrosters and wipers work properly. Consider winter wiper blades and use cold weather washer fluid. As a general rule, wiper blades should be replaced every six months.

Check the hoses and belts that can become loose, cracked, brittle, frayed or show signs of excessive wear.

Check the tires, including tire pressure and tread. Tires should also be checked for bulges and bald spots. If snow and ice are a problem in your area, consider special tires designed to grip slick roads.

Check that the gas cap is not loose, damaged or missing to prevent gas from spilling or evaporating.

Check to see that exterior and interior lights work and headlights are properly aimed.


"If you're due for a tune-up, have it done before heading out for the holidays in order to improve engine performance and increase fuel economy," said Rich White, executive director, Car Care Council. "These simple steps will help keep you on the road and get you safely to your destination."



SOURCE Car Care Council

Written on Tuesday, December 4, 2018 by
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