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Tip 8: Check Your Car's Belts and Hoses

Check to make sure your belts and hoses are in good condition.

2008 HowStuffWorks

The belts and hoses under your car's hood are typically checked when the car is due for a tune-up (usually every 30,000 miles). Even if you're not getting a tune-up this winter, it doesn't hurt to have a mechanic take a look at how everything is holding up around your engine. Cold temperatures can weaken belts and hoses, and if something snaps or breaks while you're out on the road, a tow truck will be the only way to get moving again.

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  • : Tip 9: Make Sure Your 4-Wheel Drive Works
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  • : Tip 7: Replace Windshield Wipers and Wiper Fluid
  • : Tip 6: Check Your Defrosting and Heating Units
  • : Tip 5: Keep Your Fuel Tank Full
  • : Tip 4: Put in the Right Amount of Antifreeze
  • : Tip 3: Check Your Oil and Oil Viscosity
  • : Tip 2: Check Your Battery
  • : Tip 1: Check Your Tire Pressure and Consider Snow Tires
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