Don't Let Your Car Get Too Cold!

A car that is too cold could lead to maintenance problems. Learn what you can do this winter to keep your car from getting too cold.

Here are their tips:

• Keep the gas tank at least half-full; this decreases the chance of moisture forming in the gas lines and possibly freezing.

• Check the tire pressure, including the spare, as tires can lose pressure when temperatures drop. Consider special tires if snow and ice are a problem in your area.

• Have the exhaust system checked for carbon-monoxide leaks, which can be especially dangerous during cold weather driving when windows are closed.

• Allow your car a little more time to warm up when temperatures are below freezing so the oil in the engine and transmission can circulate and get warm.

• Change to low-viscosity oil in winter as it will flow more easily between moving parts when it is cold. Drivers in subzero temperatures should drop their oil weight from 10-W30 to 5-W30 as thickened oil can make it hard to start the car.

• Consider using cold weather windshield washer fluid and special winter windshield blades if you live in an area with especially harsh winter conditions.

And don't forget to sharpen up your ice driving skills and load up your car with a few extra creature comforts to help keep the people on board cozy and subzero proof as well.

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