Make a winter maintenance of your car will decrease your concern about winter driving . Take it to a garage for an interview and a review that will help prevent problems. Make sure your brakes work well to avoid slippages. Cooling systems and electric must be in good working condition. Stock up on new antifreeze and make sure all electrical connections are clean and tight, especially if your car battery is old . Remember the cold puts a strain on the batteries .
To be sure that your car starts every time , make sure that your search engine faulty electrical circuits, worn spark plugs , starter or a blocked anti -pollution devices that need to be controlled.
Do not overlook the exhaust. To prevent leakage of carbon monoxide when the windows are closed , check the muffler and system tailpipe . Heater , defrosters and wipers must be in good condition to keep your windshield clean and ensure good visibility of the road and traffic around you. Make sure the oil and filters are clean!
To improve adhesion in powder , consider investing in good snow tires . Also check your tire pressure regularly. Remember: whenever the temperature drops 5 ° C , tire pressure lose one pound. In some provinces such as Quebec , winter tires are mandatory , non- compliance can lead to a fine.
Do not forget to keep a full tank of fuel at all times , because it reduces condensation and prevents the fuel pipe from freezing. Then all your tanks !
What he has in the trunk? Here the winter you should have with you to prepare for all weather situations equipment :
a windshield scraper and snow brush
a shovel
sand or cat litter ( bag, that goes without saying !)
a metal traction mat or other granular material
a box of tissues
a spare tire
a wheel wrench and jack
a first aid kit
Flashlight
jumper cables
flares
And if you have a long road ahead of you , do not forget to check the weather forecasts and bulletins on the state of the roads and think to slip into your suitcase :
a warm blanket
candles and a lighter or matches
non-perishable food
warm clothing (eg . winter boots , hat )
Remember to be extra careful when you 're driving in winter.
Buckle up , stay alert and pay attention well to potential dangerous behaviors of other drivers and bad driving conditions.
Make sure that there is no snow or ice on your car.
Reduce your speed and allow time for longer trips .
Allow more distance between your car and the motorist in front of you because the braking distance on an icy road is double that on a dry road.
Keep control of your steering wheel at all times - do not use cruise control .
For other drivers see your car better , use your headlights . They are brighter than daytime running lights and putting them activates taillights .
Know what to do when driving on an icy road. Remember that ice is not seen ! If your car starts to skid , remain calm , straighten the ride of your car in the direction you want it to take , do not touch the brakes and do not accelerate . To disconnect the pressure of wheels , get stalled if you have a car with automatic transmission or press the clutch pedal if you drive a manual transmission car .
If you fall down during a snowstorm off the road , turn on your hazard lights to be sure we see you and stay in your car until help arrives or until the storm calm down. Make sure that the snow does not exhaust your mouth pot. To avoid carbon monoxide poisoning , leave a window slightly open .
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