5 problems cars are prone to in winter

5problems cars are prone to in winter and how to fix them

Winter weather can lead to mechanical that’ll provide friction beneath the wheels. mishaps and be the cause of various is- Traction aids, sand, cat litter and gravel are sues with your car. Here are five common other options. Gently press on the accelercold weather problems and how to solve ator until your tires are free. them. 4. Frozen car door. Pour lukewarm 1. A frozen lock. Use a lock de-icer, water or windshield washer fluid over the windshield washer fluid or a hair dryer to door joint (don’t use hot water). Once your melt the ice. If your key is entirely made car door is open, make sure to wipe it thorof metal, you can use a lighter to heat it oughly to remove all traces of the liquid. before slowly inserting it in the lock and To prevent this issue from happening in (hopefully) melting the ice. the future, apply a protective product to 2. Iced over windows. Use a defrosting product in combination with a good quality scraper to quickly clear your windshield. the rubber seal. Alternatively, place a large plastic bag between the seal and the car’s frame before closing the door.

To stop ice from accumulating on your 5. Unscheduled roadside stops. Stock windshield and windows, use a tarp or your trunk with warm clothes and an large piece of cardboard to cover them emergency blanket in case you’re forced while your car’s parked. to stop on the side of the road, either to

Finally, prevent frost from developing in- wait for help to arrive or for the weather side your car by leaving a window cracked to ease. open to let the humidity escape. Alterna- If you’re in for a long wait, crack a wintively, leave a container filled with cat litter dow so air can circulate and turn the enopen somewhere inside the cab. gine on every 15 to 20 minutes. 3. Stuck wheels. Try to wedge pieces of cardboard, wood or something else Finally, make sure to keep an emergency kit in your trunk so you can deal with any other unfortunate winter surprises.

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