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SPECIAL WINTER EQUIPMENT It is recommended that the following items be ● A scraper and stiff-bristled brush to remove ice and snow from the windows and wiper ● A sturdy, flat board to be placed under the jack to give it firm support. ● A shovel to dig the vehicle out of snowdrifts. washer fluid reservoir. DRIVING ON SNOW OR ICE WARNING ● Wet ice (32°F, 0°C and freezing rain), very cold snow or ice can be slick and ● Whatever the condition, drive with cau- tion. Accelerate and slow down with ● Allow more stopping distance under these conditions. Braking should be ● Allow greater following distances on slippery roads. ● Watch for slippery spots (glare ice). These may appear on an otherwise avoid any sudden steering maneuvers. ● Do not use the cruise control (if so equipped) on slippery roads. ● Snow can trap dangerous exhaust gases under your vehicle. Keep snow ENGINE BLOCK HEATER (if so Engine block heaters are used to assist with cold The engine block heater should be used when WARNING ● Do not use your engine block heater with an ungrounded electrical system or ● Disconnect and properly store the en- gine block heater cord before starting ● Use a heavy-duty 3-wire, 3-pronged ex- tension cord rated for at least 10 A. Plug (GFI) protected, grounded 110-VAC outlet. Failure to use the and cause serious personal injury. Starting and driving 5-37 |