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Wrench45840 Rookie Author Ohio Posts:64 Points:15,485 Joined:Sep 2012	Message Posted: Dec 17, 2012 10:08:25 PM Ignore Wrench45840 Report Abuse I noticed in years past that people do not ready there vehicles for winter. I think an ideal winterization should include thermostat replacement, spark plugs and ignition wires if its been over 50K since done, wiper blades, oil change, Automatic transmission service, Cooling system service ,Air & Fuel filter (if serviceable).

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I noticed in years past that people do not ready there vehicles for winter. I think an ideal winterization should include thermostat replacement, spark plugs and ignition wires if its been over 50K since done, wiper blades, oil change, Automatic transmission service, Cooling system service ,Air & Fuel filter (if serviceable).

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Hemond Champion Author Providence Posts:8,206 Points:133,785 Joined:Oct 2006	Message Posted: Jan 27, 2013 6:17:24 PM Ignore Hemond Report Abuse Yup, my ski rack was a little rusty so I primed and painted it for the winter.
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djp071158 All-Star Author Detroit Posts:683 Points:295,925 Joined:May 2012	Message Posted: Jan 27, 2013 6:57:12 AM Ignore djp071158 Report Abuse new wipers. keep the wiper fluid filled. Keep the tires inflated.
QueenMother Champion Author New Hampshire Posts:7,408 Points:2,146,360 Joined:May 2006	Message Posted: Jan 27, 2013 6:52:46 AM Ignore QueenMother Report Abuse Of course.
dgsteven All-Star Author Los Angeles Posts:812 Points:209,825 Joined:Oct 2012	Message Posted: Jan 27, 2013 3:03:25 AM Ignore dgsteven Report Abuse yes
beachd8 All-Star Author Orange County Posts:765 Points:117,485 Joined:Oct 2012	Message Posted: Jan 16, 2013 11:38:54 PM Ignore beachd8 Report Abuse I recently drove into a wintery place. Because windshield washer fluid with antifreeze is not available in OC (it's illegal), I made eight stops on my trip out of town looking for it. Finally found it in St George, UT. A few miles later, the snow began to fall. Got it just in time. Had chains in my car. That's it. I haven't driven in real winter in over a decade, so I don't need to do anything to winterize my car . . . other than sometimes turn on the heater and/or defrost. :)
fkkf92 Champion Author Toronto Posts:1,928 Points:2,589,415 Joined:Jan 2005	Message Posted: Jan 16, 2013 12:01:49 PM Ignore fkkf92 Report Abuse yes
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DanFMA Champion Author Massachusetts Posts:1,126 Points:1,075,410 Joined:Apr 2008	Message Posted: Jan 16, 2013 9:13:36 AM Ignore DanFMA Report Abuse Service every 3000 miles, summer & winter
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Hemond Champion Author Providence Posts:8,206 Points:133,785 Joined:Oct 2006	Message Posted: Jan 13, 2013 5:28:05 AM Ignore Hemond Report Abuse I don't do anything in particular to ready my car for winter. Other than take the bicycle rack off and mount the ski rack.
jonjon57 Champion Author Raleigh Posts:2,452 Points:636,635 Joined:May 2011	Message Posted: Jan 12, 2013 11:04:41 PM Ignore jonjon57 Report Abuse No
dontuknowOH Champion Author Ohio Posts:2,100 Points:36,605 Joined:Aug 2009	Message Posted: Jan 10, 2013 9:58:07 AM Ignore dontuknowOH Report Abuse Yup I did...Even the passenger,clean wiped her darker Sunglasses,cleaned her vanity....mirror,glovebox,etc.
the1roadhog Champion Author Atlanta Posts:9,913 Points:2,058,530 Joined:Jun 2007	Message Posted: Jan 10, 2013 8:49:31 AM Ignore the1roadhog Report Abuse My unit is always ready for whatever..
IAMCANADIAN73 Champion Author Ontario Posts:2,405 Points:1,124,750 Joined:Apr 2008	Message Posted: Jan 9, 2013 6:51:29 AM Ignore IAMCANADIAN73 Report Abuse Regular servicing
IAMCANADIAN73 Champion Author Ontario Posts:2,405 Points:1,124,750 Joined:Apr 2008	Message Posted: Jan 9, 2013 6:51:15 AM Ignore IAMCANADIAN73 Report Abuse Nope
Z12 Champion Author Toledo Posts:3,676 Points:762,690 Joined:Mar 2011	Message Posted: Jan 8, 2013 9:18:02 PM Ignore Z12 Report Abuse Regular service
PatAZ Champion Author Tucson Posts:9,253 Points:122,460 Joined:May 2008	Message Posted: Jan 8, 2013 11:13:39 AM Ignore PatAZ Report Abuse No need to here, just do regular servicing.
hornet17 Champion Author Vancouver Posts:1,323 Points:440,865 Joined:Aug 2011	Message Posted: Jan 8, 2013 10:19:14 AM Ignore hornet17 Report Abuse Around here winter isn't all that much different from fall and spring, it just rains a lot. regular maintenance is what I do all that time.
Jeff1226 Sophomore Author Flint Posts:127 Points:8,075 Joined:Feb 2012	Message Posted: Jan 7, 2013 8:47:58 AM Ignore Jeff1226 Report Abuse I have new cars. not needed
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Houckster Champion Author Atlanta Posts:9,352 Points:693,700 Joined:Sep 2003	Message Posted: Jan 2, 2013 9:08:31 AM Ignore Houckster Report Abuse There is no need to service a car for winter if it's properly maintained in the first place. Oils are advanced enough that they function properly in summer and winter, especially with true synthetics and antifreezes last for 5-10 years these days. Where it snows frequently, you might use snow tires but I gather a majority of northerners don't use them.
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RalphHightower Champion Author South Carolina Posts:3,320 Points:692,405 Joined:May 2011	Message Posted: Jan 2, 2013 8:02:37 AM Ignore RalphHightower Report Abuse just regular, scheduled maintenance.
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GLM4205 Champion Author Toledo Posts:4,072 Points:803,220 Joined:Dec 2010	Message Posted: Jan 1, 2013 2:41:35 PM Ignore GLM4205 Report Abuse Need to change wiper blades.
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dontuknowOH Champion Author Ohio Posts:2,100 Points:36,605 Joined:Aug 2009	Message Posted: Dec 29, 2012 11:17:33 AM Ignore dontuknowOH Report Abuse Quite often Battery Posts/cables,plus cabin filters get neglected before Winter arrives,even door cams/hinges.PVC Valves/grommet seal can cause trouble if deteriorating(sloppy fit). Some older vehicles had inline pvc valves with a metal vacumm tube and basket filter(brillo pad type element)also in line that seldom got cleaned or changed, the metel tube after high mileage would heat gell inside and (partial plug-up)if not serviced properly. Saying there is more to due,during changing oil/filter/refilling on some models,Important checks,that is for the OK long run operation. HNYear!..
vulcan96 Champion Author Ohio Posts:26,940 Points:3,106,600 Joined:Aug 2004	Message Posted: Dec 29, 2012 5:22:51 AM Ignore vulcan96 Report Abuse my health is such that i had the dealer do it.
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