New Texas Highway Signs Use Colorful Symbols for Clarity
Texas engineers unveil uniform traffic control symbols replacing words with red prohibitive circles and black arrows. Yellow diamonds warn, plaques show words, and colors indicate stop, movement, services, and construction.
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Texas Highway Department
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Federal Highway Administration
Proper Tire Care and Inflation Guidelines
Proper tire inflation is essential. Underinflation causes excessive sidewall flexing and rapid edge wear while overinflation leads to hard running and midpoint tread wear. Check manual for pressure, inspect exterior for wear and damage, remove imbedded matter, and add 3 to 4 pounds to cold tires before long high speed trips.
Coolant Recovery Systems Help Prevent Overheating
A new coolant recovery system improves cooling efficiency and prevents overheating by expanding coolant into an underhood reservoir during high heat and returning it as the radiator cools. The simple kit uses a plastic tank, tubing, and an airtight cap to keep coolant in system and reduce rust and hose wear.
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Jero
Spark Plug Misfire Raises Hydrocarbon Emissions 300 Percent
A misfiring spark plug can increase unburned hydrocarbon emissions by 300 percent, and a tune-up can correct the problem, restoring engine efficiency and reducing pollution.
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