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Re: Weird And Wonderful Car Facts by lanreg95(m): 2:19am On Aug 24, 2018
Inspect wheel-well splashguards: These guards, however flimsy on many of today’s cars, help keep water and winter’s salty slush from splashing up into the engine compartment, where it can damage sensitive electrical components. Unfortunately, these guards tear off easily — sometimes without the driver knowing it. Check for damage to these guards when you wash your car. Re-secure with the appropriate fasteners or replace as needed. As added protection from splashed-up muck, slush, and debris, install mud flaps (also called splash guards) on your vehicle.
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Re: Weird And Wonderful Car Facts by kakakibuy(m): 7:12am On Aug 24, 2018
For stubborn carpet or mat stains: After vacuuming floor mats or interior carpeting, apply foam rug cleaner to resistant stains as directed by the maker. Work the foam into a few square feet at a time, using a wet sponge or brush. Vacuum when dry.

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Re: Weird And Wonderful Car Facts by lanreg95(m): 7:57am On Aug 24, 2018
Consider adding oil coolers: If you plan to do a lot of towing and your vehicle is not already equipped with coolers, consider having them added. Aftermarket engine oil and transmission fluid coolers are simple, low-cost addons that operate on the same principle as your car’s radiator. The fluid flows through them, and many small fins absorb and dissipate heat. Cooler operating temperatures of engine oil and transmission fluid can add significantly to the life of your engine and transmission.
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Re: Weird And Wonderful Car Facts by lanreg95(m): 11:14am On Aug 24, 2018
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Re: Weird And Wonderful Car Facts by lanreg95(m): 12:29pm On Aug 24, 2018
Go easy when you’re stuck: When stuck in mud or snow, don’t make the problem worse by damaging an expensive component. Gently rocking in an attempt to free the car is fine. But if it looks as though you’re really stuck, don’t keep at it. Throwing your car from forward to reverse repeatedly, as well as spinning tires at high speeds, can generate lots of heat and spell trouble for transmissions, clutches, and differentials. It may be cheaper in the long run to call the tow truck rather than risk big repair bills down the road. It’s a good idea to carry a traction aid in the trunk, such as sand, gravel, or cat litter.
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Re: Weird And Wonderful Car Facts by lanreg95(m): 1:43pm On Aug 24, 2018
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Re: Weird And Wonderful Car Facts by lanreg95(m): 3:39pm On Aug 24, 2018
Top off your brake fluid: Check brake fluid monthly.Wipe dirt from the master cylinder lid before you open it. If you need fluid, add the type recommended by your car’s maker. Never substitute other fluids, such as transmission or power-steering fluid. And don’t use brake fluid from a previously opened container. Once exposed to air, brake fluid absorbs moisture and contaminates easily.

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Re: Weird And Wonderful Car Facts by lanreg95(m): 6:22pm On Aug 24, 2018
Fuel Injection Service :Performing a fuel injection service not only prolongs the life expectancy of the injectors, but can increase fuel mileage with benefits that far outweigh the cost of the service.

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Re: Weird And Wonderful Car Facts by lanreg95(m): 7:58pm On Aug 24, 2018
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Re: Weird And Wonderful Car Facts by lanreg95(m): 8:59pm On Aug 24, 2018
Fix small windshield chips :Got a rock chip, crack, or ding in your windshield? Bring your car to a windshield repair shop. For far less cost than replacing the windshield, they can fix chips and cracks, even quite long ones. The repairs not only keep the chips and cracks from spreading and restore structural integrity, they also improve clarity.
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Re: Weird And Wonderful Car Facts by lanreg95(m): 10:57pm On Aug 24, 2018
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Re: Weird And Wonderful Car Facts by lanreg95(m): 12:37am On Aug 25, 2018
Keep your cool: Check the coolant-antifreeze level weekly that shows on the translucent coolant- antifreeze overflow tank. If low, fill to the maximum fill mark on the tank with a 50-50 solution of coolant-antifreeze and water. Some coolant manufacturers now sell premixed coolant and water for the motorist who wants a quick and easy way to top off.
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Re: Weird And Wonderful Car Facts by lanreg95(m): 8:07am On Aug 25, 2018
Use wheel cleaner: Your car’s wheels are down there on the road, taking the brunt of road dirt. Add in the dust that wears off your brake pads and you’ve got a formula for stains that are tough to remove when you wash your vehicle. Car-washing liquid won’t do the job.You need a wheel cleaner specifically formulated to remove such stains. Be sure to buy the correct formulation. Some cleaners are designed for metal wheels, and others for painted or clear-coated wheels.The metal wheel cleaners come in various formulations as well, depending upon whether your metal wheel has a satin, aluminum, or chrome finish. Protect metal wheels with wheel polish, painted wheels with a coat of wax.

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Re: Weird And Wonderful Car Facts by lanreg95(m): 10:41am On Aug 25, 2018
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Re: Weird And Wonderful Car Facts by lanreg95(m): 12:08pm On Aug 25, 2018
Preserve door and window seals : Wipe a rubber protectant (such as Armor-All) or silicone on door and window weatherstripping to keep it in good condition. Don’t use an oilbased product, such as WD-40, because the oil will damage the rubber. Regular cleaning and treatment of your car’s weatherstripping will also lessen the likelihood of your door sticking to its rubber seal in cold weather, a common cause of damage to the rubber.

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Re: Weird And Wonderful Car Facts by lanreg95(m): 2:27pm On Aug 25, 2018
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Re: Weird And Wonderful Car Facts by lanreg95(m): 3:16pm On Aug 25, 2018
Power steering fluid should be checked regularly to ensure it is filled to capacity.The fluid can be checked via the reservoir. For the specific location relating to your vehicle please check your owner's manual. Only use the recommended oil for your car, this information can be found in your owner's manual. Never over fill the reservoir.
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Re: Weird And Wonderful Car Facts by lanreg95(m): 6:06pm On Aug 25, 2018
Fix small windshield chips :Got a rock chip, crack, or ding in your windshield? Bring your car to a windshield repair shop. For far less cost than replacing the windshield, they can fix chips and cracks, even quite long ones. The repairs not only keep the chips and cracks from spreading and restore structural integrity, they also improve clarity.

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Re: Weird And Wonderful Car Facts by lanreg95(m): 7:54pm On Aug 25, 2018
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Re: Weird And Wonderful Car Facts by lanreg95(m): 9:15pm On Aug 25, 2018
Lighten up your key chain :Does your car key share a chain with a dozen or more other keys? That’s a pretty heavy load hanging off the car key when it’s in the ignition.The weight, combined with bouncing while you drive, can wear out the tumblers inside the ignition and eventually lead to ignition switch failure.To add years of service to your ignition switch, purchase a lightweight key chain that allows you to separate your ignition key from the others. Drive with only the ignition key in your ignition. If your ignition key “sticks” when you try to turn on the car, it’s a warning that your ignition switch is about to fail. Replace it before you get stranded.

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Re: Weird And Wonderful Car Facts by lanreg95(m): 10:32pm On Aug 25, 2018
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Re: Weird And Wonderful Car Facts by lanreg95(m): 12:35am On Aug 26, 2018
Avoid hose hassles Check the hoses under your
hood every month or two to avoid the hassle of
a broken hose while you’re on the road. With
the car cool and off, squeeze the hoses. If they
are hard or make a crunching sound, replace
them. Ditto if they are extremely soft or
sticky.With the car warm but off, examine hoses
for bulges and collapsed sections. If you find
any, the hose walls are weak, and it’s time to
replace the hose. Never drive with a ruptured
coolant hose, or you are liable to overheat the
engine and damage it. Other hoses are crucial
to operation of your power brakes and cruise-
control systems.

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Re: Weird And Wonderful Car Facts by kakakibuy(m): 5:52am On Aug 26, 2018
Change lanes: Turn on your signal when there is enough space for you to change lanes. After signalling, check your blind spot one more time before starting to move into the other lane. Your signal should be on soon enough to give traffic behind you time to react to the signal.

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Re: Weird And Wonderful Car Facts by lanreg95(m): 8:15am On Aug 26, 2018
Place a towel under baby seats: All manner of food bits and liquids can accumulate under a baby seat, where they can permanently stain the upholstery. Place a sheet of heavy plastic and an absorbent towel under the seat to prevent damage, and re-secure the seat according to the manufacturer’s directions.

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Re: Weird And Wonderful Car Facts by lanreg95(m): 10:45am On Aug 26, 2018
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Re: Weird And Wonderful Car Facts by lanreg95(m): 12:54pm On Aug 26, 2018
Renew fabric upholstery: Spraying fabric car
seats and carpets with a fabric protectant, such
as Scotchgard, will make them resist dirt and
stains, and make them easier to clean.
Thoroughly clean the fabrics before using one
of these products and then test the product on
an inconspicuous place to be sure the treatment
will not discolor the fabric.

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Re: Weird And Wonderful Car Facts by lanreg95(m): 1:33pm On Aug 26, 2018
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Re: Weird And Wonderful Car Facts by lanreg95(m): 3:35pm On Aug 26, 2018
Buy used tires: If you own a car that you plan to drive only for another year, the last thing you want to do is to buy a new set of tires. If it’s time to replace those tires though, it’s really time. Rather than hesitate, buy a set of used tires. Call local tire dealers to see what’s available. You’ll be surprised by how much wear is left in tires that are turned in by image-conscious car owners. Have your tire size handy.

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Re: Weird And Wonderful Car Facts by kakakibuy(m): 4:14pm On Oct 05, 2018
Choose a good car insurer:Sometimes, no matter how careful you are, disaster inevitably strikes — typically in the form of an accident. Make sure that your car will be repaired to the best possible standard by finding an insurer that will pay for parts from the original manufacturer and guarantee the repairs it authorizes.



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Re: Weird And Wonderful Car Facts by kakakibuy(m): 5:35am On Oct 09, 2018
Beware the wet thumb: If you top off your tires at a service station, check to see if there’s moisture coming from the air pump. Simply depress the pin
inside the inflator valve with your thumbnail. If your thumb gets wet, advise the station manager that his
tanks need to be drained and go to a different station. Moisture, trapped inside a tire, can cause pressure variations and corrode rims.

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Re: Weird And Wonderful Car Facts by lanreg95(m): 12:23am On Oct 19, 2018
Avoid light fixture problems: When changing a bad
bulb, clean dirty or corroded sockets with fine steel wool or a small wire brush.Wipe the socket clean of debris before installing the new light bulb.

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