The record, 27 avril 1995, Cahier 2

[" + =A © ip PEN pr JRO a SUR Se crane ven Pier e eel ee i py sa\" À Xa geste vante pee Peni.ion: i nen A po A dr Lo cat 1995 a ili ni M \u2019 aie = = x + = | IE px io ~ a JY i a.J a en mo he Ll te NO ee Thursday.April 27 ee de am ! na 2 ZA A \u2014\u2014\u2014 Le = A | SPRING _& SUMMER ve po ! + PB sant za RET ard OE RS 3 N POSE poisse modifs Er Lea\u201d ne gerd 2\u2014Car Care Supplement\u2014The RECORD\u2014Thursday, April 27, 1995 \u201c/herrien enr.Débosselage - Peinture + Body Work - Painting Réparation d'autos accidentées « Collision Repairs 1382 Main St.Ayer's Cliff, Que.JOB 1C0 Tel.: (819) 838-4659 Vo Hn HIGH PERFORMANCE LUBRICATION YOU WANT TO * IMPROVE PERFORMANCE * REDUCE CONSUMPTION * REDUCE MAINTENANCE COSTS * PROLONG THE LIFE OF YOUR VEHICLES USE SINTO RACING HIGH PERFORMANCE PRODUCTS.ALSO, HELP PROTECT THE ENVIRONMENT AND USE PRODUCTS DEVELOPPED AND MADE IN QUEBEC.ALSO AVAILABLE FROM OTHER LOCATIONS.Lubrification Sinto Lennoxville Inc.Mr.Raymond Maguire (81 9) 875-3578 LET A PRO DO THE JOB! TIRES starting at LJ 1 3A \\ installation and balancing included MUFFLERS i MR.MICHEL COTE NEW OCTO CREDIT CARD FREINS PAE M.D.COTE INC.also 385 SHERBROOKE STREET 1057 PRINCIPALE STREET MAGOG (QUEBEC) FREINS SILENCIEUX MAGOG 843-4765 843-2918 Multipurpose Lubricants Have Automotive And Other Household Uses Check the Label for \u2018Plastic-Safe\u2019 and \u2018Odor-Free\u2019 @ When you're looking for a multipurpose lubricant for your car, choose one you can also use in and around your house.According to the makers of new CRC Power Lube?, the next generation in multipurpose lubricants, stick to these four features to get the most mileage out of your lubricant purchase: maximum penetration, lubrication performance, plastic-safe and odor-free.\u201cMost importantly, a lubricant shouid penetrate rust and provide long-lasting lubrication,\u201d says CRC\u2019s David R.Selken.\u201cThen, features like plastic-safe and odor-free further extend the product's uses, making it truly multipurpose.\u201d at A plastic-safe lubricant can be used inside, outside and under the hood of the car where, now, more than ever, a large number of components are made of plastic.Such a product can be sprayed safely on your car's hinges, power antennas and seat slides without risk to surrounding plastic molding and parts.If a product is also odor-free, its uses can be extended to your home and office, where there are great sensitivities to how a product smells.Bicycles, fishing gear, clocks and computers also will benefit from the properties of a plastic- safe, odor-free, multipurpose lubricant.A lubricant with all four of these 0% .< 2 = Ses features is CRC Power Lube.To add to its functionality, Power Lube has a precision spray to control direction.The targeted, pinpoint stream makes it easier to apply in hard-to-reach places, like under your car seats or behind wheels.\u201cAbove all, before you buy, make sure the label of your multipurpose lubricant says \u2018plastic-safe\u2019 and \u2018odor- free,\u201d Selken concludes.\u201cOtherwise, you'll take home a lubricant that\u2019s limited in use and insufficient for all of your car and household needs.\u201d New CRC Power Lube can be purchased at local retail automotive outlets.MULTIPURPOSE LUBRICANTS that are plastic-safe and odor-free, like new CRC Power Lube, are versatile for automotive and household use.SC957032 Give Your Car a Good Spring Cleaning @At no other time of the year is your car\u2019s appearance more noticeable than during the spring and summer months.Ncw is the time to prepare your car for summertime fun by cleaning its interior surfaces of accumulated wintertime debris.The first step in removing the dirt, grime and dust that have stockpiled on your vehicle's interior surfaces is to use a good all-purpose cleaner.One such product is STP® Son-Of-A-Gun! Citrus 117 RR.2, Range 8 Windsor (Québec) J1S 2L5 Purchase and sale of used cars We buy all types of used cars in good condition At your service: François Côté (819) 845-7333; cell.(819) 822-5895 Les Automobiles Laco nc.Ronald Côté, prop.Rés.(819) 845-7333 Cleaner, a powerful, fast-acting cleaner/degreaser with a fresh citrus scent that can be used to clean many interior surfaces.Its advanced formula dissolves grease, oil and dirt on contact.Once the car's interior surfaces are clean, apply a protectant.STP Son-Of- A-Gun! Protectant can help bring out the surface\u2019s original color and restore lost luster.After being applied, it also serves as a buffer zone between interior automotive surfaces and potentially damaging elements, as well as helps reduce dust and dirt attraction by eliminating static charges.For car owners seeking long-lasting protection with a lower-gloss, more natural-finish look, STP now offers Son-Of-A-Gun! Low Gloss Protectant.; In addition, the use of Son-Of-A- Gun! Protectant can provide your car\u2019s interior surfaces with protection against the damaging effects of ultraviolet light.This brutal element can wreak havoc on the rubber, vinyl and plastic surfaces of automotive interiors, causing them to fade and crack.Son-Of-A-Gun! can help reduce ultra- viole: light damage while providing a deep gloss shine.The use of an all-purpose cleaner and a protectant, as part of your regular automotive cleaning regimen, can be an inexpensive and easy way to help enhance a car\u2019s appearance this spring and summer.evn mar New Generation of Producis Makes Car Care Easier @ Should you use a wax or a polish to give your car that \u201cshowroom\u201d shine this summer?What's the difference between a clear coat car finish and a conventional car finish?With warm spring and summer days just around the corner, these are just two of the questions that appearance-conscious car owners, such as yourself, will begin to ask themselves.Keeping a car\u2019s exterior in superb condition used to be a fairly simple, although time-intensive, task.All that was required was lots of free time and plenty of elbow grease.Unfortunately, you probably paid little attention to how well these products performed on your car\u2019s exterior finish over the long run.In fact, many of these products were probably abrasive and could be harmful.Car Care Supplement\u2014The RECORD\u2014Thursday, April 27, 1995\u20143 cause a car\u2019s glossy finish to become swirl-marked and hazy.These problems most often occur on clear coat finishes, but can also develop on some conventional finishes as well.There are products to help car owners deal with swirl marks and haze, & Swirl Remover.It's formulated to smooth and remove the haze and swirl marks from both clear coat and conventional car finishes.This new generation of car care products is designed to meet the ever-chang- ing needs -of today\u2019s automotive exte- ~ = es 8 Pa Recent advances in new car technology have changed the way cars need to be cared for forever.It is more important than ever that vehicle owners make sure that the products used to care for their car\u2019s exterior are safe and effective for that car\u2019s particular finish.Here's why: Most cars produced today have what is commonly known as a clear coat finish.Essentially, this type of finish consists of a clear acrylic layer that seals in the finish\u2019s thin color coat underneath.It is this clear coat that can provide enhanced luster and shine to the car's finish.However, without proper care and maintenance, this clear coat can be easily scratched and permanently damaged.Clear coat finishes require the help of a new generation of specially formulated car care products.One such product is SIMONIZ* Advanced Total Car Finish.Its unique formula combines the ease and shine of a polish with the durability and protection of a wax.The result is an easy-to-use formula that cleans, shines and protects.Cars with a conventional finish also have special needs.In a conventional finish, a coat of colored paint is applied over the primer.This colored paint is exposed to pollutants and other elements.SIMONIZ Advanced Total - Car Finish safely and effectively cleans all car finishes without scratch- + ing.Its unique blend of wax and aminofunctional agents provides a solid, uniform layer of protection.Designed to glide on smoothly and come off fast, SIMONIZ Advanced Total Car Finish provides a deep rich gloss while resisting the effects of detergents and weather.Raita such as SIMONIZ Clear Coat Cleaner rior finishes all year long./ Garage | André Auger inc.822-2298 566-7707 1278, Route 220, St-Élie d'Orford, QC JOB 2S0 We Buy and Sell! Used Cars 24 hrs.towing service SAR St SN : LA à JAY BIN 50.3172 ¥ AUTO ELECTRIQUE - spring tune-up - we sell fitles tires electronic injection brakes wne-up shocks .Oir CONdIBONING nuffier pa 4596 Pavillon, ; ! 7 w SEN generai mechanics guarantee z Rock Forest, Quebec Jean-Guy Aubin DEEE Maurais Automobiles Ltée NOT ALL CAR CARE PRODUCTS are designed for optimum performance on today\u2019s automotive exterior finishes.SIMONIZ* Advanced Total Car Finish and SIMONIZ® Clear Coat Cleaner & Swirl Remover are part of a new generation of easy-to-use car care products specially formulated to be safe and effective on all automotive finishes.Choosing the right car care products for your car is critical.Avoid using products that contain abrasive cleaning agents.These types of cleaning agents are found in many waxes and can Common Mistakes When Buying a New Car Sale, Service & Body Shop 292 Main Coaticook, Quebec - St.East Tel: (819) 849-2767 @Buying à new car can be a confusing ordeal for anyone.Here are some excerpts from \u201cReal Life\u201d (Fawcett Columbine), by Tom Heymann, to help you through this process and give you an edge: Mistruth I: \u201cThere\u2019s only one of that model left in the state.\u201d Truth: Even if that\u2019s true (unlikely), they'll be happy to get you one from a dealer in a neighboring state.Express your willingness tol wait if it means getting a better price or a car with fewer unwanted options.Mistruth II: \u201cThe manufacturer\u2019s prices are going up tomorrow.If you leave a deposit with me today, I'll lock you in at today\u2019s price.\u201d Truth: They're willing to lie to make a deal.If you get nervous (that a price increase might indeed be coming), check with another dealer right away.REAL-LIFE DIALOGUE Salesperson: \u201cWhat will it take to get you to buy this car tonight?\u201d Bad Answer: \u201cA really good deal.\u201d Better Answer: \u201cI'm not in a hurry.\u201d REAL TIP Don\u2019t take cash in exchange for your old car.Better idea: Have the purchase price reduced by the amount of your trade-in.This will reduce your total purchase price and save you money in taxes.31st FINAL QUEBEC GAMES SHENNNROOHKE AEGION EXCLUSIVE SU [FUR POOR | Pellets AUTOS CAMIONS MINI-BUS $-A.C-EOISSONNEFAT General mechanics VC TNT TH Walker exhaust system (Lifetime warranty) LICE TUN Towing Heating oil Prop.: Gaétan Boissonneau Tel: (819) 826-5029 1 Principale North, Melbourne, Que.JOB 280 PTOI IIIT SITIOS, La AJ o ROCK FOREST SHERBROOKE 1020 .J PRINCIPALE ST.(514) 378-3433 4730 BOURQUE BLVD.822-0805 1979 KING ST.EAST 566-0727 4\u2014Car Care Supplement\u2014The RECORD\u2014Thursday, April 27, 1995 Technology Made Simple: Preventative Tire Care Is Easy @In the highly technical world of automotive repair, it's good to know that at least one part of vehicle maintenance can still be performed without even lifting the hood.Tires may be among the most technologically advanced parts of a car, but they remain one of the least complex to maintain.In fact, about all they require is a little preventative service.Yokohama Tire Corporation, one of the leading tire manufacturers in the United States, recommends regular \u201ctire checkouts\u201d to maximize one\u2019s motoring miles.\u201cVehicle maintenance can be very challenging for today\u2019s car owners,\u201d says Rick Brennan, Yokohama\u2019s marketing manager, consumer products.\u201cMore than 80 percent of a car\u2019s functional RADIO D'AUTO Floukimor Qualified personnel specialized in alarm systems - window tinting - remote starters - car radio installation Since 1989 a team that always listens to your needs Gary Jameson-Chretien 1656 Galt East 819-564-2613 Fleurimont, Que.J1G 3H5 LES AUTOMOBILES RENE CHARTIER INC.bodywork - painting windshield BUY and SELL CARS our service is what makes the difference Drop by and visit, you may find the vehicle you've been looking for.Lennoxville, Que.(81 9) 562-61 33 No blah, blah, blah The Chevrolet Cavalier | The \u201cbest selling\u201d car for 3 years.| | Entirely redesigned (800 new components).| | Special Edition Z22 available | El only car in its category with ABS brakes.| * 2.2 litre engine * S5-speed manual transmission with overdrive + Power-assisted rack and pinion steering ¢ Driver and passenger air bags * Sport appearance package * Battery run down protection * Stainiess steel exhaust system * Light beam alarm Engine block heater ¢ 15.inch alloy steel wheels with styled wheel covers and flour season radial tires ¢ Mechanical trunk release ¢ Folding rear seat back $229/month** for 36 months parts are controlled by computer, and mechanics are now called \u2018technicians.\u2019 \u201cTires are also extremely advanced vehicle components.Many of today\u2019s tires are capable of lasting 80,000 miles and can run while flat.Even with these technological innovations, visual inspections remain valid methods of routine maintenance, but don\u2019t be fooled by the simplicity of this process.As the only part of the vehicle that touches the road, tires must be properly maintained if they are to perform up to their capabilities.\u201d The following \u201ctire checkouts\u201d are recommended by Yokohama.They are based on an old premise: Prevent problems before they occur.\u201ca Perform visual inspections.Don\u2019t be afraid to get down and get dirty.Once a month, get down on your knees, and closely inspect each tire.Rub your hand over the tread.Check inside the wheel well.(You're checking for nails, rocks, cracks and other unnatural conditions that could lead to punctures or other structural damage.) Keep in mind that tires are more susceptible to cuts during wet weather, because rubber is more easily damaged when it is wet.Also, steel cords exposed by cuts can corrode, requiring immediate attention.Look at a tire\u2019s tread depth, as well.A worn tread pattern severely limits the tire\u2019s ability to operate effectively, > S a Pr Ny 3 ; s po \u201cXY Ny AT) S Re EASY TO \u201cGAUGE.\u201d Tires are among the simplest parts of a vehicle to maintain.Yokohama Tire Corporation recommends monthly visual inspections, maintaining the proper air pressure with an accurate gauge, regular alignment and rotation every 5,000 miles.rm \u2014\u2014 English Personnel Tour Sales and Service Peter Fletcher .- Auto Technician == Roadside Arthur Lavarière - Sales Represe: ntative 541 Main West, Coaticook (819) 849-6304 | 10% OFF | upon presentation of this ad.Valid until May 31, 1995 Carrosserie Bonin SPECIALITY: | * Body work and paint _ (accident) Ss B * Courtesy car i available * Free estimate i .° ° 1 Alain Rainville, i < manager Sherbrooke i PITEIIIIILLLOIET TT TL particularly in adverse weather conditions, and the tire can be damaged easily due to the thinner tread rubber.If you're unsure if a tire is worn out, place a penny headfirst into the tread \u2014 if Lincoln\u2019s head is fully exposed, it\u2019s time to purchase new tires.In this case, Yokohama suggests replacing all four tires at the same time for consistent performance.Check each tire\u2019s inflation pressure every three to four weeks.Be sure to use an accurate gauge.Recommended air pressures usually can be found in owner's manuals, although it\u2019s best to consult with the tire dealer or manufacturer if the vehicle\u2019s original tires have been replaced.A tire is improperly inflated if it is 4 or more pounds per square inch above or below the recommended level.Tires tend to lose pressure more quickly in colder weather.Balance and align tires once a year.Leave this maintenance to a professional.Balancing the tire and wheel assembly extends the life and performance of tires.A vibrating steering wheel, which usually becomes more pronounced at high speeds, is usually an indication that the tire assembly may be out of balance or that more serious conditions exist with either the vehicle or tire assembly.If neglected, incorrect balance or alignment can lead to suspension damage.A car's alignment is altered by potholes and rough roads, which jolt the settings and suspension components and may cause part of the tire to wear more quickly.Rotate tires every 5,000 miles.Do this about every other oil change.Tread wear is affected by a vehicle's weight distribution, and it\u2019s important to keep the tires rotated for even wear.Don\u2019t commute with a spare.Today\u2019s \u201cspace-saving™ spare tires are designed for emergency use only.If a situation arises that requires use of the spare, drive immediately to a tire dealer or service station to have the damaged tire repaired or replaced.Have the spare tire removed and M restored in the vehicle's trunk.Keep up daily maintenance.There is even one aspect of tire maintenance that can be performed every time one gets behind the wheel.Quick starts, hard comering and quick application of the brakes while driving accelerates tire wear.Besides increasing the life of the tires, smart driving also saves money.\u201cBe steady and smooth,\u201d Brennan recommends.\u201cStart gradually, take the corners easily and anticipate interruptions in traffic flow that may require braking.These driving techniques, combined the proper maintenance, will help extend the life of the tires.\u201d SC957091 SERRE AE DEAN IS\" Car Care Supplement\u2014The RECORD\u2014Thursday, April 27, 1995\u2014 DYSON & ARMSTRONG°S CAR SALES ARE BUILT ON EXCELLENT SERVICE DS 24-HOUR ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE 1-800-263-9766 BRAKES À SA ) OIL CHANGE 53g | ir \u2018SUSPENSIONS 2 FRONT STRUTS INSTALLED 2 WHEEL ALIGNMENT 3 TUNE-UP 139% HD GEN EEN CEE EEE GE PD SEE EE ET ED EE Sh I BEE GED BEE GN SEE EE ah a = ! 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MUFFLERS = | $4795 6 Goodwrench eee 103 BEFORE IT BECOMES URGENT service 7 DESON & ARMSTRONG ING Used ca New cars & trucks 614 Craig St 265 Principale St.Richmond 326-3501 cet 75 YEARS OF QUALITY SERVICE 800-263-9766 Oldsmobile 826.3721 0S Tax Inc.$3 9 500 Le = a oo me eo 6\u2014Car Care Supplement\u2014The RECORD\u2014Thursday, April 27, 1995 Is Crucial to Check Brake Fluid in Autos @ You fill your car's gas tank when needed, and check and change the oil regularly \u2014 but when was the last time you looked at your brake fluid?Often overlooked as one of the essential components of your car's braking system, brake fluid is nonetheless the \u201clifeblood\u201d of that system.Most car owners fall into the \u201cout of sight, out of mind\u201d mode when it comes to brake fluid, and change it, or at least inspect it, only when they notice a problem with their brakes.Ignoring the fluid until that time, however, can result in costly service bills into the hundreds or thousands of dollars.The question then becomes \u201cHow often should I change my brake fluid?\u201d The MAP Uniform Inspection Guidelines, followed by service technicians throughout the United States and Canada, states that brake systems should be flushed and refilled with the correct brake fluid as specified in the owner's manual.However, in many cases (particularly in domestic vehicles), the manual does not refer to the maintenance of the brake fluid.\u201cWithout a specific recommendation from the manufacturer,\u201d says Ned Lineback, senior training specialist for Wagner Brake Products, \u201ccar owners should flush and refill their vehicle\u2019s brake fluid every two years or every 24,000 miles, whichever comes first.\u201d Lineback says DOT 3 and DOT 4 brake fluids (the most commonly used brake fluids) tend to become saturated with moisture over time.Changing the -brake fluid reduces the potential of corro- FILL THE MASTER CYLINDER to the full mark as noted on master cylinder reservoir or to % inch of the top with clean, fresh brake fluid.(Graphic courtesy of Wagner Brake Products) sion damage to the system from moisture.\u201cBrake fluid is formulated to absorb moisture, control rubber expansion, prevent corrosion and act as a lubricant,\u201d he continues.\u201cAnd even though the fluid absorbs moisture, it can\u2019t continue to absorb it indefinitely.\u201d Lineback says the constant heating and cooling experienced by brakes leads to moisture condensation in the brake system.After one year, the brake fluid of a typical vehicle will contain about two percent water; this grows to about three percent after a year and a half, and seven to eight percent after several years.\u201cWater contamination lowers the boiling point of the fluid,\u201d he says, \u201cand thus increases the danger of vapor pockets in the system, adversely affecting braking performance and accelerating corrosion.Cold weather turns the contaminated fluid thick and sluggish, potentially affecting system operation.\u201d By point of contrast to domestic specifications (or lack of them as the case may be), he says, European car manufacturers in their manuals recommend fluid change every two years or 24,000 to 30,000 miles; some recommend every year or 12,000 miles.Similar recommendations are appearing in owner's manuals for Asian imports as well.A complete flush and refill is something best left to professional mechanics, but adding fluid to the brake system is an easy chore and something every car owner can do.Simply remove the cover and diaphragm of the master cylinder (located in the upper right rear of the engine compartment), and add clean, fresh brake fluid to the full mark or within À inch of the top.Check your owner\u2019s manual to determine which DOT grade of brake fluid your car requires.Be aware that not all brake fluids are equal; just because two different fluids have DOT 3 grading does not mean you\u2019ll get the same results.The higher-quality fluids, such as Wagner® Premium and Premium Plus, surpass all requirements of DOT 3 specifications for minimum boiling points, lubricity and anti-corrosive ability.Another thing to remember when buying brake fluid is not to overbuy.Once a can of brake fluid has been opened, its entire contents should be used as soon as possible, because it immediately begins to absorb moisture that degrades its performance.Prepare Your Car for Vacation Travel @ Spring is here and summer is on the way.Time to begin planning weekend outings and family vacations.As usual, this means people will begin to rely more and more on the family car to help them make it to their holiday/vacation destinations safely.As a result, vehicle owners should properly prepare their cars against unforeseen problems before setting out on a vacation trip.One potential problem is keeping the car's fuel delivery system clean and operating efficiently.With fuel injection being the dominant fuel delivery system in today's cars, it is important to keep the system clean.Since a fuel injector nozzle is roughly about the diameter of a human hair, it takes just a small amount of deposit to clog the injector and limit free gas flow.A clogged fuel injector could lead to serious problems and possibly a large servicing bill.To help prevent this, STP® recommends using a fuel additive to help ensure trouble-free driving this summer.A product like STP Super Concentrated Fuel Injector Cleaner can help clean your fuel injection system.Simply adding a 12-ounce bottle to a full tank of gas every 2,500 miles will help prevent deposits from coming back.Yet, fuel delivery problems are not isolated to cars with a fuel injection system.Millions of older cars on the road today sti]l use a carburetor to deliver the essential air and fuel mixture to the engine.Deposits in carburetors can also cause engine performance problems like tough starting, reduced fuel efficiency and decreased power.A good way to help clean deposits from a carburetor and help prevent their return is to use an effective multi-pur- pose fuel additive, such as STP Super Concentrated Gas Treatment.It cleans deposits from carburetors and, when used regularly, can also help eliminate water in the fuel delivery system.Help maintain the cleanliness of your car's fuel delivery system, as well as your vacation plans this summer, with the use of STP fuel additives.Regardless of whether your car has a carburetor or is fuel injected, fuel additives can help keep it running smoothly all vacation long \u2014 all sum- HY / AUTOPRO IY 4A PNEUS:&;RECHAPPAGE @SHERBROOKE®LTÉES mer long.AUTOPRO IY A For nearly 25 years, PNEUS ET RECHAPPAGE SHERBROOKE LTEE has been located at 1266 King Street East in Sherbrooke.A specialist.in tire sales and recapping when the company was purchased in 1971, PNEUS ET RECHAPPA- GE SHERBROOKE LTEE has varied its services in order to meet its clientele\u2019s needs.Backed by a team of 9 specialists, it offers a series of quality services at very competitive prices.TIRE RECAPPING Tire recapping meets the specific needs of the consumer.The cost is less than that of new tires and they're just as safe \u2014 they are subject to strict manufacturing standards.Furthermore, these tires meet = I CRC # SCAN Zr SE Thies another need: that of respecting the environment.The more tires which are recapped, the less are scattered out in nature.AUTOPRO In association with Autopro, a family grouping over 600 dealers in Canada, PNEUS ET RECHAPPAGE Tl SHERBROOKE LTEE ensures a much greater buying power.This power allows Claude Potvin and his team to offer competitive prices to its customers.And thanks to this association the service department benefits from sophisticated equipment operated by qualified, cons- cientious personnel.We can meet any needs: tune-up, wheel balancing and alignment, suspension, exhaust, etc.No matter what the problem is, we can help! When you stop in at PNEUS ET RECHAPPAGE SHERBROOKE LTEE, you can be sure of one thing: a warm and personalized service given by a competent team.Claude Potvin's .guarantee! w AND RECAPPED TIRES SERVIC DIVERS MPETENT PERSONNEL TUNING PY UARANTEED By OUGH ITS A SOCIATION AUTOPRO 7 tai li TAN es AA A 3/17] PNEUS ET RECHAPPAGE SHERBROOKE LTÉE Play It Safe: Air Bags and Anti-Lock Brakes @ Are you getting as much added benefit as you could be from your vehicle\u2019s air bag or anti-lock brake system?Understanding just a few key points about these popular safety features may prevent you and your passengers from being injured in an auto accident.A 1994 study by the Highway Loss Data Institute found that anti-lock brakes do not appear to be reducing the frequency or the costs of vehicle collisions resulting in insurance claims.The same report also concluded that many drivers don\u2019t know how to use the anti-lock braking systems (ABS).Before the development of ABS, drivers were taught to \u201cpump\u201d their brakes, especially on wet, icy or other slippery roads.ABS does the pumping for you.ABS uses electronic controls to maintain wheel rotation under hard braking that would otherwise lock a vehicle's wheels.Keeping the wheels rotating increases vehicle steerability and stability, especially when tire/roadway friction is reduced or varying, as when the pavement is wet.\u201cDo not pump the brakes \u2014 doing so discards all the benefits of ABS,\u201d says Dr.Leonard Evans, principal research scientist at General Motors.\u201cThe way to avoid traffic crashes is to drive carefully and allow sufficiently generous safety margins, so that you avoid situations requiring hard or emergency braking.However, if you are in a situation calling for emergency braking, and your vehicle has ABS, apply firm, steady pressure to the brake pedal, and continue to apply it until the emergency is resolved.The ABS system will pump the brakes for you, so as to reduce the risk that your vehicle will skid out of control, and will increase your ability to steer the vehicle as its speed decreases.\u201d If you are in a collision, the lifesaving ability of air bags has been well- documented.What many drivers might not think about is the importance of having the air-bag system serviced by properly trained professionals after it has deployed.An air bag cannot be \u201crepacked.\u201d In fact, the bag and many of the system's parts are not \u201crepairable.\u201d They must be replaced.The parts are designed for each specific vehicle.For the system to function correctly in another collision, the proper parts must be purchased and installed by a qualified technician.If you are buying a used vehicle that has an air bag, ask if it has ever been deployed and, if so, where the system was replaced.If the air bag in your own car was deployed in an accident, make sure it is replaced by qualified technicians.According to Jeff Silver, executive vice president of I-CAR, a not-for-profit international collision repair training organization, \u201cIt is necessary to do your homework and locate a collision repair shop that has invested in proper training.I-CAR provides certificates of completion to all students who have attended I-CAR classes.We suggest they display Car Care Supplement\u2014The RECORD\u2014Thursday, April 27, 1995\u20147 the certificates to help consumers choose between repair facilities.\u201d I-CAR offers more than a dozen training courses covering every aspect of the repair process, including air bags, anti- lock brake systems, paint matching and proper welding techniques.There are nearly 1.800 businesses internationally that have earned the I-CAR Gold Class Professionals designation.It signifies that at least 80 percent of the business\u2019 technicians and management are I-CAR trained.I-CAR established the Gold Class designation to help consumers identify businesses that have § invested in proper training.I-CAR GOLD CLASS PROFESSIONALS\" By requalifying for the Gold Class designation every year, collision repair À businesses and insurance claims\u2018 offices demonstrate their commitment to the I-CAR philosophy of restoring vehicles to pre-accident condition.DON'T LET A DIRTY fuel delivery system interfere with summertime vacation travel plans.Used as directed, STP* Super Concentrated Fuel Injector Cleaner and STP* Super Concentrated Gas Treatment can help protect your car\u2019s fuel delivery system all summer long.- AUDI A6 1133 Principale Street, Granby, Quebec If you had the means, you would eat in 5-star restaurants, sleep in 5- star hotels and take advantage of only the best service.Then why should your auto safety standards be any different?BREAKDOWN OF NEW CARS RESULTS OF A 35 M.P.H.IMPACT TEST VEHICLE DRIVER EVALUATION Audi A6 XXXXX Volvo 850 Fok ok k Mercedes Benz C220 kkk Saab 900 Yk kk Infinity J-30 Yk Ak Acura Legend Yok k Lexus GS300 xxx Jeep Grand Cherokee XX PASSENGER EVALUATION Yok Akh kkk * kkk XXXX XXXX * kkk * Ak Fok ok What do these different evaluation mean?The information gathered during these impact tests weighed the probability of serious injuries.The vehicles are rated according to the estimated risk of injuries to the driver or the passenger, and get an evaluation of from one to five stars, five stars being the best protection.Ay LES AUTOMOBILES GRAN-MONT INC.(514) 372-4763 Amp Audi x IY =v = ra 8\u2014Car Care Supplement\u2014The RECORD\u2014Thursday, April 27, 1995 [rm mm mm = 5 1 I VIE D'ANGE D'HUILE c.1818c King Street East, Fleurimont -4162 * Tire sales, installation, balancing and repairs Rig In TN * Rustproofing polymer wax « Sale and installation of lifetime 95 e guaranteed mufflers 1 9 TK! « Oil change, car waxing taxes extta « General mechanics valid in May ; resentation $ 0 oF 0 of this ad, on interior/ .valid in June exterior washing Now a 2nd branch 15 Bowen Street North, Sherbrooke, 823-4163 et > pe | offering: \u2014 Interior/exterior washing (on appointment) \u2014 car waxing \u2014 carpet shampoo Las SCI mm vus us ee Ee EE Ee.LET A PRO DO THE JOB! 2 SHOCK ABSORBERS starting at 35 MR.REJEAN RUEL 2624-0366 QUEBEC INC.80 GRANDES FOURCHES NORTH SHERBROOKE (QUEBEC) BRAKES [RILEY Mati 566-8116 @ Today's car engines are more complex than ever.As these new, higher \u201crevving\u201d engines burn fuel, they are subjected to extreme heat and friction.The combustion process can produce many byproducts including heat, exhaust emissions and engine contaminants.Left unchecked, these factors can lead to the formation of powerful acids and stubborn engine deposits like varnish, gum and sludge.Over time, these deposits can build up to cause a loss in engine performance and efficiency.To help keep your car\u2019s engine operating at peak efficiency this summer, STP\u201d recommends using an engine flush product to help maintain performance.One such product is new STP Engine Flush, which is formulated to rapidly dissolve engine deposits and maintain efficient oil circulation throughout the entire engine.It also protects vital engine wear surfaces throughout the flush.No other engine flush has this patent-pending formula, which also helps stop and prevent minor oil leaks by conditioning and revitalizing rubber engine seals.Using STP Engine Flush is fast and easy.First, allow your car\u2019s engine to run until it reaches normal operating temperature.Check and make sure that the oil in the crankcase is up to the safe level.Then add an entire bottle of STP Engine Flush to the crankcase (treats four to five quarts of oil) and let the car fast idle (1,500 RPM) for at least five minutes.Turn off the engine and carefully drain the oil while it is still hot.Replace the old filter and add new motor oil per the car\u2019s owner's manual.For more complete cleaning or for older cars that have never been Flush Away Your Engine Problems Nat £3 5 J - 7 9 \u2018Ç ai >\" = in \u2019 HELP AVOID UNEXPECTED engine performance problems this summer with STP® Engine Flush.Used as directed, as part of an automotive maintenance program, STP Engine Flush provides a quick and easy way to maintain peak engine performance all summer long.flushed, run car for 20 minutes with STP Engine Flush prior to draining the oil.Don\u2019t let summertime heat and friction affect your car's performance.Flush your car's engine every 15,000 miles.It's a quick and casy way to help maintain cleanliness and performance of vital engine parts all summer long.80 Quatre-Pins Street, Sherbrooke Please reserve in advance 820-0477 # ae ME Just for you who own Mercedes, High quality e - OIL CHANGE including: oil and filter 2: Gérald Hoff technician prop.BMW, Jaguar, Mazada, (TM) service $14.80 > \\ Mazda KOS Any Mercedes rer cla) and Jaguar $29.80 3 3 vv\u2019 BMW $24.80 dE VALID UNTIL ile be iiy Professional maintenance and repair service Sylvain Campagna technician prop.ee ennemies + Mra.m0 te rt nn Plan Ahead for Worry-Free Auto Travel @ Don\u2019t wait until the last minute.If you are planning an automobile vacation, it\u2019s vital to have your vehicle examined well beforehand by a qualified auto technician, according to the experts at the nonprofit National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE).That way, you'll have time to have any problems fixed and be assured of peace of mind as you begin your trip.To help make your visit to the repair shop go smoothly, ASE, the national group that tests and certifies the technical competency of automotive repair technicians, is offering a free brochure, \u201cPutting It All Together: How to Communicate for Better Automotive Service.\u201d The free publication offers tips to car owners on doing their homework before taking the vehicle in for repairs, how to recognize warning signals, and what to do and say once inside the repair establishment.ASE offers the following advice: Do your homework before taking your vehicle in for repairs or service.Read the owner\u2019s manual to learn about the vehicle\u2019s systems and components.Follow the recommended service schedules.Keep a log of all repairs and service.Use all of your senses to inspect your car frequently for the following: unusual sounds, odors, drips, leaks, smoke, warning lights, gauge readings; changes in acceleration, engine performance, gas mileage, fluid levels; wom tires, belts, hoses; and problems in handling, braking and steering.If you suspect a problem, ask yourself these questions: When did the problem first start?Is it constant or periodic?When the vehicle is cold or after the engine has warmed up?At all speeds?Only under acceleration?During braking?When shifting?At the repair establishment, communicate your findings.Be prepared to describe the symptoms.Carry a written list of the symptoms for the technician or service manager.Resist the temptation to suggest a specific course of repair.Just as you would with your physician, tell where it hurts and how long it\u2019s been that way, but let the technician diagnose and recommend a remedy.Ask as many questions as you need.Do not be embarrassed to request every- Mo) ® We employ technicians certified by the National Institute for AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE EXCELLENCE Let us show you their credentials © THE BLUE SEAL of excellence.ASE-certified automotive technicians are issued credentials listing their exact area(s) of certification (air conditioning, engine repair, etc.) and carry pocket credentials.Repair shops that employ them often display the blue and white ASE sign and post their technicians\u2019 credentials in the customer- service area.New Waxing Tool Shrinks Car in Half @ A new invention claims to cut normal waxing time in half while reducing fatigue and muscle ache.The recently patented tool consists of a joystick handle and a 12-square-inch, circular, press-on foam pad.The complete device weighs 2% ounces.Instructions explain that, with the old way of waxing, most people use a cloth or sponge and just their fingertips to apply waxing pressure to car paint.Less than 2 square inches are covered at a time.Using the new tool, force from the hand, wrist and forearm is evenly transmitted through its flat, circular base to the entire bottom of the soft pad.Coverage is spread to more than six times the area.This speeds application and may also reduce those finger and swirl marks common with ordinary polishing methods.It\u2019s claimed to be safe on all paints, including clear coat.3 es) bi PRE) ; 117 RR.2, Range 8 Windsor (Quebec) J1S 215 Purchase and sale of recreational vehicles We purchase all types of recreational vehicles ATV.3 or 4 wheels, motocross, Sea-Doo, Ski-Doo, Jet Ski At your service: Francois Coté (819) 845-7333; cell.: (819) 822-5895 Ronald Côté, prop.Res.: (819) 845-7333 Cell: (819) 822-5751 Car Care Supplement\u2014The RECORD\u2014Thursday, April 27, 1995\u20149 day definitions of technical terms.Don\u2019t rush the shop to make an on-the-spot diagnosis.Ask to be called and apprised of the problem, course of action and costs before work begins.Before you leave, be sure you understand all shop policies regarding labor rates, diagnostic fees, guarantees and acceptable methods of payment.Leave a telephone number where you can be called.Fhe National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence was founded in 1972 as a nonprofit, independent entity dedicated to improving the quality of automotive service and repair through the voluntary testing and certification of automotive technicians.ASE tests more than 100,000 automotive technicians annually in more than two dozen technical specialties.About 350,000 technicians hold current credentials from ASE.Technicians have joined the ASE program from all segments of the automotive industry: car and truck dealerships, service stations, independent repair shops, volume retailers, franchised outlets, etc.Consumers benefit, since ASE certification eliminates much of the guesswork in finding competent auto technicians.v April showers bring out Goodyear tires.(Like my poetry?Get great prices on Goodyear's during our Rain Days promotion.) 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vehicle has had to face is vibration from rough roads, especially roads damaged by winter weather.No more apparent is this winter-induced damage than in the early spring when roads, especially in the nation\u2019s colder regions, take on the look of a moonscape with its pock- J-PAUL marked surface.Vibration from poor roads causes metal fasteners on cars to loosen, resulting in wear, leaks and maintenance bills.However, Loctite Corporation suggests an easy, fast and inexpensive way to prevent excessive wear in automotive assemblies \u2014 the use of liquid DUMAS We buy & sell JEAN-PAUL DUMAS & FILS PIECES D\u2019AUTOS USAGEES Used car parts accidented cars Specialty: Used car parts of all kinds.732 CARRIER ROAD COOKSHIRE 875-5515 be Dunlop Marshal Pirelli Toyo Yokohama Michelin 7a LU TL INC PLU A ET ere Asbestos and Danville (819) 839-2633 Bridgestone Pneus Kelly | Safety.at es PU fore seeing us YOUR UNIPNEU SPECIALIST sniper = \u2014 threadlockers.More than 30 years ago, Loctite pioneered liquid threadlockers, chemical resins applied to nuts and bolts, that, once fastened, create a strong, stress-resistant bond.Bolts not treated with threadlockers rely on friction to hold them in place.Vibration, thermal expansion due to operating temperatures and the energy stored in the tightened bolt all work, over time, to loosen clamping forces.Lockwashers can help in certain appli- cations, but they are still subject to the same forces and chemical reactions as threaded fasteners.Here's the difference.Common split-ring lockwashers provide clamping force directly beneath the bolt head, while threadlockers retain the complete seal by filling the entire void between the mating threaded surfaces.Threadlockers also prevent air and water from seeping in around the mated surfaces, which eliminates cor- LOOSENED SCREWS and other threaded fasteners falling off your automobile because of winter-ravaged roads can be secured with a drop or two of liquid threadlocker, according to Loctite Corporation, which pio- neered use of threadlocking adhesives more than 30 years ago.rosion.Since threadlockers also act as a sealant, they can be used to eliminate leaks and keep critical fluids where they belong.Despite their incredible holding power, bolts locked and sealed with chemical threadlockers can still be loosened by hand tools, localized heat or pneumatic tools \u2014 depending on the purpose and strength of the threadlockers.According to Loctite, threadlockers come in different grades for different applications.A general-purpose, removable-strength threadlocker would suffice for fasteners up to % inch in diameter.A smaller fastener, say a %- inch diameter, would require a lower strength of chemical threadlocker.Blue threadlockers are used during assembly for fasteners Y inch to % inch.Fasteners of this type include oil-pan bolts, case-cover bolts, shift- lever nuts, alternator mounts, and bolts for intake manifolds, valve covers and disc-brake calipers.High-strength threadlockers, for fasteners from % inch to 1 inch, are red.These high-strength threadlockers are applied to threaded and slip-fit joints before assembly.Fasteners of this type include cylinder-block and rocker-arm studs, shock-absorber bolts, ring-gear bolts, and frame bolts.Another is designated for fasteners larger than 1 inch in diameter.Medium-strength green is used for fasteners from % inch to % inch, after assembly.Fasteners in this category include adjustment screws and pre- assembled nuts and bolts.Stealing cars is a recession-proof business Despite the slowdown in many sectors of the economy, one excellent growth industry remains: automobile thefts.During 1990, there was a car theft every 19 seconds in the United States \u2014 costing insurance companies and consumers a total of more than $8 billion annually, says the Insurance Information Institute.A record 1.64 million motor vehicles were stolen in 1990, an increase of 4.5 percent from the previous year, according to the FBI.Approximately 80 percent of the total, or about 1.3 million, were automobiles.The FBI also estmates there were approximately three million thefts of vehicle parts and accessories and personal property left in autos during 1990, about the same as in 1989.While there was little change in the number of thefts of property from autos between 1989 and 1990, the average value of the items stolen rose to $541 per theft, an increase of eight percent from 1989.\u201cClearly, auto thieves are busy workers,\u201d says Peter van Aartrijk Jr, LI! spokesperson.\u201cBut there are a number of very basic things drivers can do to protect their cars.\u201d Surprisingly, the best advice simply is to roll up the windows, lock the doors and pocket the key whenever you leave your car, van Aartrijk says.\u201cFour out of five cars are unlocked when they are stolen.And one in five is recovered with the owner°s keys still in it.\u201cLots of people stop at convenience stores for milk and leave their cars running.By the time they open the dairy case, thieves can strike.It happens every day all over the country.\u201d To make it more difficult for thieves to steal your vehicle: «First and foremost: Always lock your car.« Park only in well-lighted areas.Linda and Michel, proprietors ¢ Car and truck window repairs * Qualified labour * Work guaranteed ® LES INSTALLATIONS PETITE ET TT ER WINDSHIELD INSTALLATION 130 Angus Street South, East Angus OO ONE TONER SR UF COVER THE \\_ \u201850 DEDUCTIBLE / = A 2e » Equip your car with fuel and ignition cut-offs that prevent it from being started by a thief.These \u201ckill switches\u201d are available from alarm dealers.(In addition, you'll probably be eligible for insurance premium discounts for anti- theft devices.) « Sharply turn the front wheels of the car to make it difficult to tow backwards.On front-wheel drive vehicles, engage the emergency brake and set the gear in park to lock all four wheels.« Put packages and valuables out of sight.These items invite a break-in, particularly at shopping malls.+ Keep the license and registration in your wallet or purse.In states where the ownership title is the registration, it\u2019s much easter for thieves to sell your car when the registration is left in it.«Have your vehicle identification number (VIN) etched onto the windshield.This will help identify your car in the recovery process.ENGINE SERVICE WILL COOL DOWN OVERHEATING ®If it seems to you that more cars are overheating, you are probably correct.New cars have low compression engines that run much hotter than older ones.They also have high temperature thermostats, smaller radiators and decreased ability to dissipate heat.Don\u2019t despair, says The Gates Rubber Company.You can still prevent overheating by having you car serviced before the hot summer driving months.Some parts that may need servicing or replacement include the liquid coolant, radiator, radiator cap, thermostat, water pump, and the drive belts and hoses (especially if they haven't been changed in four years). 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