By Raf Khan from Warrington Service Centre
For a Clear View This Autumn
At this time of year visibility becomes even more important than ever. Being able to see clearly through your windscreen in wet and dark conditions will minimise your risk of accidents out on the road, keeping you and your family safe.
Checking your windscreen wipers in autumn should be a basic pre-winter check. If your wipers judder, make a noise or leave unwashed margins or bands of rain it’s time to replace them.
Clean your windscreen inside and out. Greasy smears can seriously impair your vision in low winter sun. For stubborn marks try dishwasher powder dissolved in a little water and dry with clean kitchen towel.
Make good use of your air conditioning for faster demisting and to reduce condensation on cold windows.
Make sure you switch wipers off in the park position as the risk of freezing increases. This will avoid wipers freezing to the screen and causing damage to the wiper motor or blades when you start the car again.
Now is the time to top up windscreen washer fluid with added anti-freeze to reduce the chance of freezing. Don’t use engine anti-freeze as this will damage your paintwork.
If you’d like to learn more about pre-winter car maintenance join us for our Basic Winter Maintenance Workshop on Wednesday 4th November 6pm-8pm at Warrington Service Centre. It offers a practical, step-by-step guide to maintaining your car, ideal for first time drivers and anyone wanting to develop their basic car maintenance skills.
Attendees can also enjoy a tasty hot soup and refreshments and receive a free winter pack to takeaway. Places are limited so book now on 01925 232255.
