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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 08, 1973
Page
13
The article warns to keep vehicles from touching during jump starting and to turn off battery accessories. It details locating Positive and Negative terminals, using a rag to clean, connecting cables from booster to dead battery and to a ground on the disabled car, starting both engines, then disconnecting in reverse order. It concludes by advising professional help if unsure and to fix ignition problems to avoid future jumps.
Drivers risk carbon monoxide poisoning by driving with defective exhausts and closed windows. Muffler and clamp failures can go unnoticed until noise or rust reveals issues. a thorough check while on the lift is advised to prevent silent, deadly exposure and engine performance loss.
A garbled note discusses tire wear by gender with claims from Gorlyear Tire and Rubber Co. that women average 30,000 miles per tire while men average 20,000, noting variables like road conditions and driving speed. It also explains muffler function, exhaust flow, and how a clogged exhaust system harms engine performance and safety.
Autumn and winter driving brings hidden hazards. Wet leaves and ice on bridges can be more dangerous than fresh snow. Reduce speed gradually, avoid hard braking, and steer smoothly to recover control. If sliding, turn into the direction of the skid and ease off the accelerator before braking gently.
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