Prepare Your Car for Winter Weather
Highlights
- Avoid dangerous winter travel problems by planning ahead.
- Have maintenance service on your vehicle as recommended.
- Check the antifreeze level.
- Keep the gas tank near full to help avoid ice in the tank and fuel lines.
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- Prepare for extremely cold weather every winter—it’s always a possibility. There are steps you can take in advance for greater wintertime safety in your home and in your car.
Prepare Your Car for Winter
You can avoid many dangerous winter travel problems by planning ahead. Have maintenance service on your vehicle as often as the manufacturer recommends. In addition, every fall, do the following:
- Have the radiator system serviced or check the antifreeze level yourself with an antifreeze tester. Add antifreeze as needed.
- Replace windshield-wiper fluid with a wintertime mixture.
- Replace any worn tires, make sure the tires have adequate tread, and check the air pressure in the tires.
During winter, keep the gas tank near full to help avoid ice in the tank and fuel lines.
Checklist
Keep your car fueled and in good working order. Be sure to check the following:
Antifreeze
Windshield wiper fluid (wintertime mixture)
Heater
Defroster
Brakes
Brake fluid
Ignition
Emergency flashers
Exhaust
Tires (air pressure and wear)
Fuel
Oil
Battery
Radiator
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