Special winter equipment

It is recommended that the following items be carried in the vehicle during winter.

● A scraper and stiff-bristled brush to remove ice and snow from the windows and wiper blades.

● A sturdy, flat board to be placed under the jack to give it firm support.

● A shovel to dig the vehicle out of snowdrifts.

● Extra washer fluid to refill the windshieldwasher fluid reservoir.

    See also:

    Parking brake
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    Slip indicator light
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