Some practical tips from Ford to combat the problems of frost

Who will test with credit cards, some with nails, some even with high heels are just some of the more bizarre methods to free the vehicle when the windows are covered with snow or ice . But what are the best solutions if the temperature is below freezing or snowfall? Here are some tips from Ford to defrost the windshield, rear window glass of the car and usually when they are covered with a layer of ice.

ICER are commercially available chemical, electrical and mechanical systems, each with advantages and disadvantages.

The electric heaters - similar to hair-dryer, which are fed from the cigarette lighter - are a bit 'slow, but they are a very clean solution.

If you quickly forget the hot air heating system directed toward the windshield of the car: in addition to having to wait until the engine is hot, sprinkle the hot air inside takes a long time to heat the windshield , and can be effective only at the bottom. sprays but are faster , but besides the cost, often use gas that can be harmful to the environment, can also happen to find themselves exhausted the can at the very moment of need.

The hot water is Instead a remedy "DIY" must be avoided : the thermal shock caused by the application of sudden a hot liquid on an object can cause ice damage to the windshield heat twist , the wipers and plastic parts.

The water that runs off the car can also refreeze quickly, creating dangerous sheets of ice for the movement of vehicles and pedestrians.

Although it is common practice, it is good to remember that pouring hot water on the windshield ice is unwise and dangerous.

The use of plastic objects is not recommended : may scratch or damage the glass , while those with a rubber edge, like a glove, are not very effective. The Ford customers, by contrast, can enjoy the best of a waking up with the snowy streets, thanks to technology Quickclear.

The system uses a network of resistors encapsulated between two thin layers of the windscreen , which heat up quickly remove ice and snow and demisting in seconds, ensuring optimal visibility. The system , patented, made ​​its debut just over 25 years ago installed on Scorpio and, despite his age, continues to be a very popular board all Ford models.

Periodic Engineering Maintenance

It must be obeyed by all users of the car is service and regular maintenance. This becomes very important thing because the engine system also has its own mechanisms which also require such refreshment of fresh air, water, lubricants and also cleanliness.

In a routine service there are some special notes to consider: water filters, gas filters, and oil combustion chamber. 4 it is forbidden to be forgotten. Water filters are very important when it serves to filter the air quality which will be mixed with gasoline in the combustion chamber. It is like nostrils and our lungs. Fuel filter too. We never know the true quality of the fuel we buy. If there is dirt inside, then the micro holes in the carburetor / injection will be disrupted. While the oil is very active role in the "launch" any mechanical movement of the metal in the engine.

Traffic hours, poor quality fuel, the temperature of the earth and our negligence in the care of the car are some important factors that can accelerate damage to the engine. In case of jams, engine load becomes very heavy considering the cooling of the air moving system is not obtained even when there are electric fans for it. This is compounded with the temperature around the machine becomes very hot, use air conditioners and other electrical systems in cars that could cause the water in the radiator system heat and evaporate faster. Obviously this will lead to over-heat which causes engine knocking / jammed.

To reduce the burden on the performance of car engines, can be routinely diringanan by adding water to the radiator and also the selection of appropriate and high quality oil. Both of these things become very important because oil and water is the last defense of the machine when there is heavy load.