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Spring weather means tune-up time for your vehicle

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WATCH ABOVE: Bill Gardiner offers advice on how to keep your car running like new after winter – Apr 11, 2016

TORONTO – Spring weather might be hard to find in Ontario this year but even though it’s cold outside it’s time to start thinking about giving your car or truck a spring tune-up.

“More than 90 per cent of your driving decisions are based on what you see, so visibility is critical, ” says Bill Gardiner, mechanic and spokesperson for Kal Tire.

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Gardiner says windshield wiper blades are among the most important safety items worth replacing in spring time but they’re often overlooked by drivers.

“If it bought you even a second of reaction time that could make a big difference in an emergency,” Gardiner says.

Gardiner says drivers should consider other preventative maintenance in spring time, including: checking alignment and vehicle suspension, tires, brakes, filter and fluids.

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