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TRANSPORTATION TUESDAY
VEHICLE CARE
BE AWARE !!
Reliable vehicle care =
Safety and Dependability
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WARNING LIGHTS/SIGNALS
1. Oil Pressure Light/Gauge: Warning light or oil
pressure below 10 p.s.i.
2. Temperature Light/Gauge: Overheating - coolant
low, a leak, broken hose/belt, blocked air flow
to radiator.
3. Brake light: Parking brake engaged/brake fluid
low.
4. Battery/Generator Light: Electrical problem you could end up with a dead battery.
Do not drive with above warnings!
A Certified Technician should check
before serious damage results.
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WARNING SIGNS
• Squeaking/Grinding Brakes: Chirping noise while
driving, that lessen while braking, vehicle may
need new brake pads or linings.
• Burning Oil Smell: Possible oil leak, which could
result in engine damage or even a fire.
• Vehicle Feels Unstable: Low tire pressure – leak
or under inflation.
• Steering Shudders While Braking: A hint – the
front end is possibly out of alignment.
• Leaks Under Car: May not cause immediate
failure, but could prove costly later.
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Vehicle Maintenance – Oil/Fluids
• Engine Oil/Filter: 5000 kms./3000 miles/3mths.
Also depends on kms. driven, climate & the car
itself! Recommend Oil filter with oil change.
• Engine Coolant: Make sure to add coolant to
the reservoir - not the radiator cap!
• Brake Fluid: Check for the kind of brake fluid
recommended for your vehicle. Usually the
level drops with increased mileage.
Consult the Owner’s Manual for
Correct Vehicle Maintenance
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Vehicle Maintenance – Oil/Fluids
• Windshield Wiper Fluid: Is used faster than you
think – good idea to keep some in your car.
• Transmission Fluid: If your car has an automatic
transmission, check after driving for about a half
hour to warm it up, then:
A- make sure the car is on a level surface
B- locate transmission dipstick, check level, add
only if level is low. Too much fluid could cause
leaks or shifting problems.
• Power Steering Fluid: Do not overfill - Check
level as for Transmission Fluid.
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Maintenance Checks
• Belts: With the engine off, check belts for
deep cracks or missing chunks.
• Hoses: Check connections & hoses for loose
contacts/leaks - replace distorted hoses.
• Battery: Make sure battery terminals are snug
and free of corrosion, clean these with baking
soda and water. Batteries wear out with age.
• Spark Plugs: Plugs should be replaced at
intervals - as per the Owner’s manual.
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Maintenance Checks - Tyres
Tyres are the contact between your vehicle and
the road.
• Check cold tyre pressure frequently (at least
every two weeks) and always before journeys,
not forgetting the spare tyre!
• The correct pressure value given by the vehicle
manufacturer, can be found in the log book.
• Both under-inflation and over-inflation can
negatively affect your tyre performance.
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