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:
Battery
If the battery is not fully charged during extremely
cold weather conditions, the battery fluid may
freeze and damage the battery. To maintain maximum
efficiency, the battery should be checked
reg ...
Tachometer
The tachometer indicates engine speed in
revolutions per minute (RPM). Do not rev the
engine into the red zone 1 .
When engine speed approaches the red
zone, shift to a higher gear or red ...