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Transportation Tuesday. WARNING LIGHTS/SIGNALS. . 1. Oil Pressure Light/Gauge: Warning light or oil pressure below 10 p.s.i. 2. Temperature Light/Gauge: Overheating - coolant low, a leak, broken hose/belt, blocked air flow to radiator.3. Brake light: Parking brake engaged/bra
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1. Transportation Tuesday TRANSPORTATION TUESDAY VEHICLE CARE
BE AWARE !!
2. Transportation Tuesday WARNING LIGHTS/SIGNALS
3. Transportation Tuesday WARNING SIGNS Squeaking/Grinding Brakes: Chirping noise while
driving, that lessen while braking, vehicle may
need new brake pads or linings.
Burning Oil Smell: Possible oil leak, which could
result in engine damage or even a fire.
Vehicle Feels Unstable: Low tire pressure – leak
or under inflation.
Steering Shudders While Braking: A hint – the
front end is possibly out of alignment.
Leaks Under Car: May not cause immediate
failure, but could prove costly later.
4. Transportation Tuesday Vehicle Maintenance – Oil/Fluids Engine Oil/Filter: 5000 kms./3000 miles/3mths.
Also depends on kms. driven, climate & the car
itself! Recommend Oil filter with oil change.
Engine Coolant: Make sure to add coolant to
the reservoir - not the radiator cap!
Brake Fluid: Check for the kind of brake fluid
recommended for your vehicle. Usually the
level drops with increased mileage.
5. Transportation Tuesday Vehicle Maintenance – Oil/Fluids Windshield Wiper Fluid: Is used faster than you think – good idea to keep some in your car.
Transmission Fluid: If your car has an automatic transmission, check after driving for about a half
hour to warm it up, then:
A- make sure the car is on a level surface
B- locate transmission dipstick, check level, add
only if level is low. Too much fluid could cause
leaks or shifting problems.
Power Steering Fluid: Do not overfill - Check level as for Transmission Fluid.
6. Transportation Tuesday Maintenance Checks Belts: With the engine off, check belts for deep cracks or missing chunks.
Hoses: Check connections & hoses for loose
contacts/leaks - replace distorted hoses.
Battery: Make sure battery terminals are snug and free of corrosion, clean these with baking soda and water. Batteries wear out with age.
Spark Plugs: Plugs should be replaced at
intervals - as per the Owner’s manual.
7. Transportation Tuesday Maintenance Checks - Tyres Tyres are the contact between your vehicle and
the road.
Check cold tyre pressure frequently (at least every two weeks) and always before journeys, not forgetting the spare tyre!
The correct pressure value given by the vehicle manufacturer, can be found in the log book.
Both under-inflation and over-inflation can negatively affect your tyre performance.
8. Transportation Tuesday