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IS YOUR CAR READY FOR THE HOT SUMMER TEMPERATURES?
Whether you’re headed out on a weekend road trip, planning a month-long family vacation or waking a four-wheeled friend from its long winter nap, you’ll want to make sure the summer driving season brings maximum enjoyment and minimum stress. Before you pack up the car, check out these travel tips from AAA and your local AAA Approved Auto Repair facilities.
First of all, have your car looked over by a certified and inspected AAA Approved Auto Repair facility. If you are a AAA member you can have a maintenance check performed free of charge with any paid maintenance or repair. The auto repair facility
will check over those items on the engine that can frequently fail during summer’s heat, such as belts and hoses. Also, they will give you a written estimate of any repairs or maintenance and guarantee all work with a 24-month or 24,000-mile warranty that is
good at over 7,000 repair facilities across the U.S.
and Canada.
Tend to what connects your car to the road – your tires. If you have snow tires on, make sure
to switch to some all-season tires for the summer. Check your tire pressure – and check it often. Buy a quality tire pressure gauge to check air pressures and check the door decal that has the proper pressures for your vehicle listed on it. Check your
tires when they are cool because as you drive on your tires the air pressure inside increases as the air gets warmer.
Stay on top of your car’s fluids. If you’ve fallen behind on maintenance, get your vehicle's oil changed before you hit the road. Use the proper type of oil for your engine, 5w-30, 10w-30 or 10w-40 are multiviscous, and get a bit thinner the hotter it gets outside, thereby increasing the chance that the engine might not get the proper lubrication (it’s the opposite in winter). Check the owner’s manual for the proper oil rating for your vehicle, and if you are going to be driving in extremely hot weather you may want to consider using slightly thicker oil in the engine for extra friction protection. Also, have the antifreeze checked and make sure it has enough protection for both summer’s heat and winter’s cold, which is ideally a 50/50 mix of coolant and water, but again verify this by checking your owner’s manual.
Have your battery checked. Summer’s heat and vibration are the two primary causes of battery
failure in vehicles. With today’s vehicles being
heavily dependant on electrical components such as computers, switches and motors, it is absolutely vital to have a good strong battery and charging system to power all of them. If your vehicle is four or more years old and has the original battery, it is highly advisable
to have it replaced before you go on a trip. If you are
a AAA member, call us and one of our trained battery installers will come to your location to install a fresh, reasonably priced six- year AAA battery in your vehicle.
Make sure you can see. Check your wiper blades for condition; if they are skipping on the windshield or streaking it, they need to be replaced. Twice a year replacement is not unusual because of damage from winter ice and summer bugs and dirt. Also, do a light check regularly to make sure all your lights – especially headlights, turn signals and brake lights – are functioning properly.
Finally, pack for emergencies. Carry a cell phone with a full charge and a cell phone charger in the car. Also carry an emergency kit with a flashlight, flares, first aid kit, jumper cables, gloves, paper towels, extra washer fluid, non-perishable food,
a gallon of water, and some basic tools (Leatherman, wrenches, ratchet/socket set, screwdrivers, pliers
or Vise-Grips, etc.).
If you take care of your car before you go on your trip, it will take care of you and make sure you have a safe, trouble-free trip. For more information on AAA’s Approved Auto Repair program, go to AAA.com/automotive/approvedautorepair.
By Bruce Phillips, Approved Auto Repair Manager
SAVE ON QUALITY MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS TODAY
SAVE 10%
ON LABOR (UP TO $50)
Restrictions apply1. See below.
SWIPE YOUR MEMBERSHIP CARD
AND SAVE!
Cannot be combined with any other discount or coupon.
AAA MEMBER BENEFITS:
• 24-month/24,000-mile repair guarantee
by the facility2
• Free 40-point AAA vehicle maintenance
inspection3 (with any paid service), an $80 value
• Worry-free repairs at AAA Approved Auto Repair facilities
AAA NORTHAMPTON COUNTY AREA
AAA APPROVED AUTO REPAIR FACILITIES.
Alex’s Tire Center, Inc.
102 Commerce Way, Stockertown
(610) 759-8473
A.R.M. Automotive
911 Lower South Main Street, Bangor
(610) 588-2761
Easton Auto Body H 1328 Elm St., Easton (610) 252-6502
Jeff’s Automotive Service
4110 Wm. Penn Hwy., Easton
(610) 253-6565
Midas Auto Svc. Experts
2914 Wm. Penn Hwy., Easton
(610) 253-9070
Midas Auto Svc. Experts
933 S. Broadway, Wind Gap
(610) 863-7777
Murante Auto Repair
128 W. Beil Ave., Nazareth
(610) 759-6121
T&D Automotive
1400 S. 25th St., Easton
(610) 253-0212
The Brake Shop & Auto Repair
3601 Sullivan Trail, Easton (610) 253-2566
Young VW Mazda H
Rte. 33 & Hecktown Rd., Easton (610) 991-9100
3914 Hecktown Rd., Easton, PA • (610) 258-2371 • northampton.aaa.com
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SUMMER 2018
$10 OFF
To show our appreciation, you can redeem this coupon and receive $10 off a AAA Battery. That’s right! AAA now offers a Battery Service Program which features the following benefits:
• Free, expert battery testing
• Quick battery installation, at your request • A high-quality AAA battery at a
members-only discount
• An unmatched 72-month limited warranty
(including 36 months free nationwide replacement against manufacturer's defects)
• Free recycling of your old battery
Valid only for AAA Northampton County members. Offer expires 8/31/2018. To redeem this coupon, please call 610-258-2808.
Thank you
for choosing AAA
1. Members save 10% (up to $50) on labor at AAA Approved Auto Repair facilities, if discount is requested. Valid AAA membership card must be presented at the facility at time of service. 2. All repairs are guaranteed by the facility for 24 months or 24,000 miles, whichever occurs first, under normal operating conditions, unless otherwise stated in writing. Other restrictions may apply. See facility for details. 3. Available with paid service, upon request.
Free inspection is limited to items identified on the AAA Vehicle Maintenance Inspection form only. Cost of any repairs not included. Most passenger cars and light trucks are eligible. An appointment may be required. Contact the facility in advance for details. Valid AAA membership Card must be presented to the AAA Approved Auto Repair facility at the time of service. Other restrictions may apply. All rights reserved.
H indicates BOTH Approved Auto Repair and Approved Auto Body facility.
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