We are now in the full swing of winter and Grayson Subaru wanted to share some great tips for preparing your vehicle for the cold weather as well as when the weather turns slippery.
1 Prepare for the season
FIVE IMPORTANT THINGS TO REMEMBER WHEN DRIVING IN WINTER WEATHER
1 Prepare for the season
- Inspect your vehicle (battery, electrical system, belts, hoses, tire tread)
- Replace all wipers
- Fill washer fluid reservoir
- Carry scraper and brush
- Carry emergency kit
2 Prepare for each outing
- Clear off snow
- Scrape the windshield
- Loosen wiper blades from the windshield surface
- Clear off the washer nozzles
- Adjust mirrors
3 Watch your tires
- Check air pressure regularly and often, maintaining the pressures recommended in your Owner's Manual and on the placard located on the B-pillar
- Install winter tires
4 Check underhood fluid levels, including:
- Oil
- Coolant
- Transmission
- Brake
5 Drive carefully
- Allow extra time for slippery roads
- Exercise caution
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Drive smoothly
Grayson Subaru will be glad to inspect your vehicle to get it ready for the cold weather that is still definitely ahead of us and make sure your tires, windshield wipers, washer fluid, and battery are ready for anything that mother nature throws at us this winter season. Give us a call at (865) 693-4550 to schedule your visit with us! Our Service and Parts department is open Monday through SATURDAY from 7am to 6pm!!
