KnowYourCar

Tips on basic car care

The following is a list of Ultra Lubricants products, specially designed with your vehicle in mind.

Ultra Tec & Ultra Diesel Tec Fully Synthetic RangeMeets OEM Standards - Volvo, Renault, GM, Mercedez-Benz, VW, Porche

Benefits: » Ultimate Fully Synthetic Engine Oil » 65% Better Wear Protection » 2.7% Fuel Saving Technology » 10,000 km ODI Guaranteed

When to check/change: » Check every 3 months » Change every 5000Km

Ultra Multi-Vehicle Automatic Transmission Fluid Dexron VIFully synthetic automatic transmission fluid

Benefits: » 2X oil drain intervals of Dexron III Transmission

fluids » Smooth Drive Technology for enhanced friction

durability and smooth transmission performance » Low viscosity formula for maximum fuel efficiency

When to check/change: » Inspect every oil change » Correct or replace as necessary

Ultra Radol Premium Long Life Coolant – Pre-mixLong Life Coolant

Benefits: » 50:50 premix with deionized water, » Safe for all vehicles requiring a premium Organic

Acid Technology (OAT) coolantWhen to check/change » Replace every 5 years or 350,000km service life

NP GEAR OILS HDMulti-purpose type lubricants designed to meet the requirements of the passenger car and other automotive gear units

Benefits: » A “New Clean Gear Technology” additive which

keeps gears cleaned for longer intervals leading to improved maintenance and reduced failures

Main application: » Encloses steel gears operating under load/speed

conditions of extreme severity

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Power steering fluid

BatteryWindshield wiper fluid

BeltTransmission fluid dipstick

Coolant level

Oil dipstick

Air filter

Brake fluid

1. Drive sensibly – aggressive driving wastes gas. Sensible driving raises gas conservation by 33% on highways and 5% in towns.

2. Observe the speed limit – not only is observing the speed limit safer, the faster you drive, the more gas you consume.

3. Keep tyres properly inflated – under-inflated tyres require more energy to roll. Keeping your tyres properly inflated raises your gas mileage by 3.3%.

4. Follow recommended, regular maintenance – a well maintained vehicle operates with greater efficiency.

5. Use cruise control and overdrive gears – the cruise control helps you to maintain a constant speed and will in most cases save you gas. The overdrive helps you to slow your engine speed and this saves gas and reduces engine wear.

TIPS FOR IMPROVING YOUR FUEL ECONOMY

WHAT’S UNDER THE HOOD

1. Examine tyres every two weeks for signs of damage, uneven wear, splits or cracks.

2. Check that tyres are inflated to the correct pressure every week using a reliable gauge. Do this when the tyres are cold.

3. Tyres will wear at different speeds, especially between front and back. Don’t presume all tyres will be in the same condition.

4. Have the vehicle’s alignment checked every six months or after any collision or heavy curb impact.

1. Park your car safely.2. Bring your jack, spare wheel and lug

wrench to the work area.3. Loosen the nuts without having jacked up

the car: turn counter-clockwise to loosen the nut until it comes off.

4. Jack up the car after you have loosened the lug nuts.

5. Remove the wheel with your weight forward to prevent from falling backward.

6. Tighten the nuts in the proper order. • Jumper cables• Lug wrench (to remove lug nuts)• Spare tyre• Jack• Flashlight• Bottle of motor oil• Bottle of water• Small tool kit• Clean up cloth• Small first aid kit• Drop cloth (for kneeling)• Air pressure gauge

Your car is a complex machine that needs to be taken care of in order for it to function properly. While you should have your car serviced at regular intervals as specified, there are a number of basic things that you should know to ensure your car is always in tip-top condition.

HOW TO CHANGE A TYRE

1. Check the oil when the engine is warm.2. Park the car on a level surface.3. Make sure the engine is off.4. Find the dipstick, a long piece of metal

sticking out of the engine with a loop at one end, usually located near the spark plugs.

5. Wipe the oil off the dipstick.6. Replace the clean dipstick, making sure

to push it all the way in, then pull it back out and hold it horizontally in front of you.

7. If the oil on the dipstick is below the line marked “full”, add a small amount of oil (less than a quarter of a quart) with a funnel. Many dipsticks simply have two lines with a cross-hatch design in between. The oil level should be halfway between these two lines.

8. Add the oil by unscrewing the oil filter cap, which is about 3 inches in diameter and located on the very top of the engine.

9. Check the oil level with the dipstick after adding oil. Be careful when you add oil as it is difficult to remove excess oil.

10. Remember to replace cap and dipstick.

Oil and Filter » Change every 5000 miles or as

recommended by manufacturer.

Windshield Washer Fluid » Add fluid if low

Power Steering Fluid » Add fluid if low

Transmission Fluid » Add fluid if low

Battery Terminals and Cables » Clean if corroded

Lights » Ensure all lights and turn signals work.

CHECK EVERY MONTHS3

HOW TO CHECK YOUR OIL

HOW TO ENSURE TYRES ARE IN TOP CONDITION

THINGS TO HAVE IN YOUR CAR IN CASE OF EMERGENCY

1. Park your car safely.2. Bring your jack, spare wheel and lug

wrench to the work area.3. Loosen the nuts without having jacked up

the car: turn counter-clockwise to loosen the net until it comes off.

4. Jack up the car after you have loosened the lug nuts.

5. Remove the wheel with your weight forward to prevent from falling backward.

Your car is a complex machine that needs to be taken care of in order for it to function properly. While you should have your serviced at regular intervals as specified, there are a number of basic things that you should know to ensure your car is always in tip-top condition.

1. Check the oil when the engine is warm.2. Park the car on a level surface.3. Make sure the engine is off.4. Find the dipstick, a long piece of metal

sticking out of the engine with a loop at one end, usually located near the spark plugs.

5. Wipe the oil off the dipstick.6. Replace the clean dipstick, making sure to

push it all the way in, then pull it back out and hold it horizontally in front of you.

1. Examine tyres every two weeks for signs of damage, uneven wear, splits or cracks.

2. Check tyres are inflated to the correct pressure every week using a reliable gauge. Do this when the tyres are cold.

3. Tyres will wear at different speeds, especially between front and back. Don’t presume all tyres eill be I the same condition.

4. Ask a garage to check the vehicle’s tracking every six months or after any collision or heavy curb impact.

6. Tighten the nuts in the proper order.7. If the oild on the dipstick is below the

line marked “full”, add a small amount of oil (less than a quarter of a quart) with a funnel. Many dipsticks simply have two lines with a cross-hatch design in between. The oil level should be halfway between these two lines.

8. Add the oil by unscrewing the oil filter cap, which is about 3 inches in diameter and located on the very top of the engine.

9. Check the oil level with the dipstick after adding oil. Be careful when you add oil as it is difficult to remove excess oil.

10. Remember to replace cap and dipstick.

• Jumper cables• Lug wrench (to remove lug nuts)• Spare tyre• Jack• Flashlight• Bottle of motor oil• Bottle of water• Small tool kit• Clean up cloth• Small first aid kit• Drop cloth (for kneeling)• Air pressure gauge

THINGS TO HAVE IN YOUR CAR IN CASE OF EMERGENCY

HOW TO ENSURE TYRES ARE IN TOP CONDITION

HOW TO CHANGE A TYRE

1. Drive sensibly – aggressive driving wastes gas. Sensible driving raises gas conservation by 33% on highways and 5% in towns.

2. Observe the speed limit – not only is observing the speed limit safer, the faster you drive, the more gas you consume.

3. Keep tyres properly inflated – under-inflated tyres require more energy to roll. Keeping your tyres properly inflated raises your gas mileage by 3.3%.

4. Follow recommended, regular maintenance – a well maintained vehicle operates with greater efficiency.

5. Use cruise control and overdrive gears – the cruise control helps you to maintain a constant speed and will in most cases save you gas. The overdrive helps you to slow your engine speed and this saves gas and reduces engine wear.

HOW TO CHECK YOUR OIL

TIPS FOR IMPROVING YOUR FUEL ECONOMY

1. Park your car safely.2. Bring your jack, spare wheel and lug

wrench to the work area.3. Loosen the nuts without having jacked up

the car: turn counter-clockwise to loosen the net until it comes off.

4. Jack up the car after you have loosened the lug nuts.

5. Remove the wheel with your weight forward to prevent from falling backward.

Your car is a complex machine that needs to be taken care of in order for it to function properly. While you should have your serviced at regular intervals as specified, there are a number of basic things that you should know to ensure your car is always in tip-top condition.

6. Tighten the nuts in the proper order.7. If the oild on the dipstick is below the

line marked “full”, add a small amount of oil (less than a quarter of a quart) with a funnel. Many dipsticks simply have two lines with a cross-hatch design in between. The oil level should be halfway between these two lines.

8. Add the oil by unscrewing the oil filter cap, which is about 3 inches in diameter and located on the very top of the engine.

9. Check the oil level with the dipstick after adding oil. Be careful when you add oil as it is difficult to remove excess oil.

10. Remember to replace cap and dipstick.

HOW TO CHECK YOUR OIL1. Check the oil when the engine is warm.2. Park the car on a level surface.3. Make sure the engine is off.4. Find the dipstick, a long piece of metal

sticking out of the engine with a loop at one end, usually located near the spark plugs.

5. Wipe the oil off the dipstick.6. Replace the clean dipstick, making sure to

push it all the way in, then pull it back out and hold it horizontally in front of you.

1. Examine tyres every two weeks for signs of damage, uneven wear, splits or cracks.

2. Check tyres are inflated to the correct pressure every week using a reliable gauge. Do this when the tyres are cold.

3. Tyres will wear at different speeds, especially between front and back. Don’t presume all tyres eill be I the same condition.

4. Ask a garage to check the vehicle’s tracking every six months or after any collision or heavy curb impact.

• Jumper cables• Lug wrench (to remove lug nuts)• Spare tyre• Jack• Flashlight• Bottle of motor oil• Bottle of water• Small tool kit• Clean up cloth• Small first aid kit• Drop cloth (for kneeling)• Air pressure gauge

THINGS TO HAVE IN YOUR CAR IN CASE OF EMERGENCY

HOW TO ENSURE TYRES ARE IN TOP CONDITION

TIPS FOR IMPROVING YOUR FUEL ECONOMY

HOW TO CHANGE A TYRE

1. Drive sensibly – aggressive driving wastes gas. Sensible driving raises gas conservation by 33% on highways and 5% in towns.

2. Observe the speed limit – not only is observing the speed limit safer, the faster you drive, the more gas you consume.

3. Keep tyres properly inflated – under-inflated tyres require more energy to roll. Keeping your tyres properly inflated raises your gas mileage by 3.3%.

4. Follow recommended, regular maintenance – a well maintained vehicle operates with greater efficiency.

5. Use cruise control and overdrive gears – the cruise control helps you to maintain a constant speed and will in most cases save you gas. The overdrive helps you to slow your engine speed and this saves gas and reduces engine wear.