38 - Friday, June 19, 1992 - North Shore News

Time to give your car that summer check up

NOW THAT summer is
here, it’s time to make sure
your car is ready for the
change in scusons.

Alignment/front end/ suspension

The ‘‘chuckholes of | spring”
may have caused your car's front
end to become misaligned. If the
cac pulls to one side or the tires
are worn unevenly, poor align:
ment may be the cause.

Most cars and light trucks today
require ¢ither four-wheel align-
ment or thrust alizament (ront
and rear wheels in parallel) for the
best performance.

“Cupping” or other uneven tire
wear can poml tO worn struts,
shocks or springs. Fluid: leaks and
uncontroHed bounce or sway on
rough or curving roads can also
point to problems.

In addition to causing the tire
wear, suspension problems can
jead to loss of control if you have
io stop suddenly or swerve quick-
ly.

Brakes

Make sure the brakes of your
var or light truck are performing
properly.

While disc brakes are more ef-
ficient than drum brakes, front-
wheel-drive cars cause front
brakes to wear faster.

A soft brake pedal, pulling to
the side during braking, or a

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S AMM) miles.

With hotter weather comes it

natural change in air pressure in
Check tires frequently to
ake sure pressures are correct,

The owner's manual or a sticker
on the door jamb can provide the
correct: pressures. Remember, the
pressure Cor front and rear may be
different.

Uo vou ph. to tow a boat or
carty it hea ier-than-usual load,
more air may be required. Never
exceed the tecommended PSI
listed on the sidewall of the tire.

pulsating pedal during stopping,
are all indicators of worn or im-
properly adjusted brakes, caliper
malfunction, of muster cylinder
problems. As with many
mechanical systems, a three-part
inspection is necessary. This in-
chides road and operating test and
visual inspection,

Many auto centres offer
brake inspections.

free

‘Tires

Albseason cadial tres, standard
on most cars, promise thousands
of miles of sate driving.

Bur high mileage
economy depend on proper tire
inflation, rotation every 5,000
miles. proper alignment, and oa Lift the hood and cheek the
sound suspension system. Some belts. Look for signs of fraying or
varages and oretailers offer tire brittleness. For best performance

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wad tony lite, correct belt tension
is important. While the hood. is
up, take a moment to check fluid
levels -- power steering, brake,
transmission, oil and coolant.

Before vou add any fluid, make
certain sou know why more is
needed. Fluid loss from these
sealed systems can be an) indica-
on oof premature component
failure. Most. service centres will
perform free inspections of these
key areas,

Battery

Hot weather can raise
temperatures under the hood and
damage your vehicle's bauery
Without your realizing it.

Check with the manufacturer or
retailer on whether your battery is
maintenance-free or requires pe-

heater and much more.

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tiodiy service. Cleaning the termi-
nals can keep the flow of electrical
power strong, and the proper
balance of electrolyte is essential
for long lite

Becituse old batteries present an
environmental hazard, some areas
have specific laws governing their
disposal.

Exhaust

Last winter's slush, Jaden with
road salt, can play havoc with
your exhaust system. A- leaking
system can permit deadly fumes to
seep into the passenger compart.
ment. release unwanted emissions,
and cause unnecessary noise. A
free inspection to check for
broken, rusted or unserviceable
exhaust components is available at
most full-service auto centres.

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