Maintenance

The check-engine light is a signal that the onboard diagnostics system (or OBD II) has detected a malfunction in the vehicle's emissions, ignition or fuel systems.

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Although a typical interval is 5,000 to 10,000 miles, you may want to have tires rotated before it’s called for if you notice uneven tread wear that results in vibration or noise.

Properly washing and cleaning your car in winter helps fight grime, such as salt and sand, which can lead to corrosion and rust.

The recommended tool for removing snow and ice from your car is a foam brush.

One indication that the power-steering fluid level should at least be checked is if the steering wheel becomes harder to turn or you hear a whining noise coming from the power-steering pump.

A car battery can freeze, but it takes truly extreme temperatures for it to happen to a fully charged battery.

Defrosters clear condensation from windows and melt frost, ice and snow. They work differently depending on whether they are for the windshield or the rear window.

To keep your car in good shape, every two to three weeks is a good rule of thumb for how often you should drive your car.