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Before driving off...
Check the following items rst
Turn the engine off before you attempt any
checks or repairs on the vehic le.
Be sure the tires are inflated correctly. Check
tires for dam age and tire wear.
See that wheel bolts are properly tightened
and not loose or missing.
Check engine oil level, add if necessary. Make
it a habit to have engine oil checked with every
refueling.
Check all fluid levels such as windshield
washer and brake fluid levels.
Be sure the vehicl e batt e ry is well charged and
cranks the engine properly.
Check all doors and lids for proper operati on
and latch them properly.
Check and if necessary replace worn or
cracked wiper blad es.
See that all windows are clear and unobstruct-
ed.
Check air intake slots and area between front
lid and windshiel d. Ensure that these areas
are free of snow and ice, so the heater and the
windshie ld wipers work properly.
If a ch ild will be riding in the vehicle, check child
seat/child seat restraint system to ensure that
restraints are properly adjus t ed.
Check all exterior and interior lights for
operation and that the lenses are clean.
Check the headlights for proper aim, and i f
necessary, have them adjusted.
Check under the vehicle for leaks.
Be sure all luggage is stowed securely.
Emergency equipment
It is good practice to carry emergency equipment
in your vehicle. Some of the items you should have
are: window scraper, snow brush, container or
bag of sand or sa lt, emergency light, small shovel,
first-aid kit, etc.
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