Crawford Auto Repair

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Make an Emergency Kit Better safe than sorry!" When temperatures dip, having car trouble can go from being an annoyance to a danger. Stock your car for that ‘just in case’ moment with the right supplies. ... For getting out of trouble: Jumper cables, small shovel, sand or kitty litter for traction, and flares. The necessary tools: Flashlight, small knife, ice scraper, and rope. Added protection: Blankets, energy bars, water, waterproof matches, first-aid kit, and gloves.

How to Prepare Your Car for Holiday Driving! 1. Get Your Car Serviced - Fluids: The various fluids under the hood keep the mechanicals in your car from seizing, which means it’s vital to check and change them if necessary. We’re talking about oil, transmission, and brake fluid. Also, be sure that your windshield wiper fluid is good to go when freezing weather hits. ... Coolant system: Extreme temperatures force the coolant system to work overtime. Have the antifreeze, hoses, and radiator checked. Windshield wipers: Bad windshield wipers can make driving in the rain the stuff of nightmares. If your blades are more than six months old, odds are it’s time to swap them out for new ones. Tires: Have your tires rotated and inspected. The last thing you need in cold, wet weather is to be driving on bald tires. Now’s the time to err on the side of caution and replace any tires that are too worn. Yours are good to go? Double check the tire pressure against the manufacturer’s specifications when they’re nice and cold, and add air if needed. This helps with fuel economy as well. Give us a call and schedule your appointment today - 724-227-3176

Time to start getting your car checked out before Winter. Start with your Belts & Hoses. Call us to set up your appointment today to be ahead of any emergency fixes. Belts and Hoses Exposure to heat, vibration and contamination makes belts and hoses wear out faster than any other components in your car. That's why regular inspections are so important. Here are the belt and hose types in your car, along with their applications.