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Your car's battery is the heart of its electrical system. Lights, defrosters and wipers used for extended  periods place high demands on the charging system.

In extreme temperatures ...

• Batteries lose about half their strength
• Demands on batteries are increased
• Engine-cranking power is reduced
• Engine oil thickens, which makes engine turnover difficult
• Fuel is cold and doesn't vaporize well
• Battery recharging efficiency is reduced

If you're concerned about the condition of your vehicle…

Brake fluid naturally absorbs moisture from the atmosphere. As the moisture content increases, the fluids boiling point decreases. Overtime braking performance can deteriorate due to inadequate heat dissipation. In addition, increased moisture content can contribute to deposit formations and corrosion inside brake components. Since Brake fluid moisture absorption is unavoidable, many manufacturers recommend a fluid exchange as part of their service intervals.

Autumn is a great time to get your vehicle ready for the cold weather that’s on its way. By having your car serviced in the fall, you’ll be ahead of almost everyone else. Many people wait until the first hint of winter weather in the forecast to scurry into their dealership to have their car winterized. However, there are also some maintenance checks and tasks you can do yourself. Take a look at…

1. Visit Subaru.com and choose the “for owners” tab.
2. Scroll down to the bottom of the page and select navigation.
3. Choose your year and model of Subaru and follow prompts.
4. Here you can set up an account and/or download a PDF document with instructions for updating the system and support information.

Proper tire inflation is important for safety, fuel mileage and handling characteristics. The proper pressures can be obtained from your owner’s manual and from the placard located on the driver’s door pillar. Remember these specifications are for a cold tire (sitting over six hours). Adjustments of two to three pounds above specifications should be made for a warm/heated tire. Checking tire pressure in between service intervals is recommended to maintain proper tire…

Distraction Prevention vs. Crash Protection; Here’s what we’ve learned:

·      Pet travel harnesses come in two forms, those that only prevent distraction and those that provide actual crash protection.Choose wisely!

·      Prevent driver distraction! Did you know that distracted driving can be caused by not only your cell phone, but by the family pet? It…