Prepare your Vehicle for the Winter

October is Fall Car Care Month!  As the month comes to an end it is really time to make sure that your car is ready for the colder weather.  Taking a few simple steps now can save you the headache and the cost of an emergency breakdown later.  You can bring your car down to Wantagh Mitsubishi and we will take care of everything for you.  If you decide to take care of it yourself the Car Care Council recommends five proactive steps to make sure your car is ready for winter driving. 

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1. Battery - You should keep the battery connections clean, tight and corrosion-free.  The cold weather is harsh on batteries, so it's wise to check the battery and charging system.  A battery should be replaced every three years.
2. Heater, Defrosters and Wiper Blades - Check that the heating, ventilating and air conditioning (HVAC) system are working properly as it is critical for interior comfort and for safety reasons, such as defrosting.  Wiper blades that are torn, cracked or don't properly clean your windshield should be replaced. 
3. Tires - Check the tires, including the pressure and tread depth, which are essential for traction when it snows.  Uneven wear on your tires indicates a need for wheel alignment.  If snow and ice are a problem in your area, consider special tires designed for gripping slick roads.
4. Brakes - Have your brake system checked, including brake linings, rotors and drums.  Brakes are critical to vehicle safety and are even more important when driving on slippery roads.

Taking preemptive action to get your vehicle ready for the winter is very important, for more information and full checklist please visit http://goo.gl/4zgsqH.

Fall Car Care

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October is Fall Car Care Month!  This is a great reminder to make sure your vehicle is ready for the harsh winter weather ahead.  Taking a few simple steps now to prepare can save you many headaches in the future.  The Car Care Council recommends five important steps to prepare your car for winter driving:

1. Battery- Be sure to keep the battery connections clean, tight and corrosion-free.  Cold weather is tough on batteries, so it is important to check the battery and charging system.  Batteries typically do not give warning signs before they fail, so batteries should be replaced every 3 years.
2. Heater, Defrosters and Wiper Blades - Heating, ventilating and air conditioning (HVAC) must work properly to ensure interior comfort as well as for safety reasons, like defrosting windows. Generally wiper blades should be replaced every six months.
3. Tires - Check the tires, including the tire pressure and tread depth.  During the winter month tire traction may be the most important safety precaution.  If snow and ice are a problem in  your are, consider purchasing special tires designed to grip slick roads. 
4. Brakes - Have your break system checked by a professional.  That includes brake linings, rotors and drums.  Brakes are critical in car safety when driving on ice or snow covered roads. 

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Protecting the Valuables in Your Car

All Mitsubishi vehicles have top notch available security systems, but you can never be too careful.  Car security is just as important as car safety, to ensure that your valuables stay safe and secure in your vehicle, follow these tips from http://goo.gl/kTBdOx:


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1. Lock your doors - Always lock your doors both inside and outside your vehicle.  Locking your doors is the most basic and obvious step of car safety.  A high percentage of car break-ins are due to negligence or carelessness.
2. Park in a well-lit, public area - Be aware of where you park your car, even the loudest alarms and sturdiest car doors are no match for a determined thief with a crowbar.
3. Don't store valuables in your car - Even if your car is insured, it is likely that your valuables are not.  Even if you feel you parked your car in a safe environment, it is smart to keep your valuables on you at all times.  If you do need to store them in your car, make sure they are out of plain sight, like in your glove compartment, under the seat or even in the trunk. 
4. Be alert -  Be alert of your surroundings when walking back to your car.  Some thieves will view you as their way into your car.  If you feel unsafe call a friend while walking and have your keys in your hand, so you can get into your car faster.

Buy a Mitsubishi vehicle and follow these steps and be sure that your car and your valuables will always be safe.  Visit our site, Facebook page and Follow us on Twitter for more tips and updates.