JI DIX Owners of the more fuel-efficient vehi- cles built since the late ’70s are advised of the importance of keeping their engine cooling systems in prime condition. According to Automotive Cooling Sys- tems Institute, these engines are more sensitive to correct operating tempera- “tures than were their predecessors of a decade or more ago. Engineers have designed engines to operate at higher temperatures due to downsizing of radia- tors to fit in small vehicles. Ten years ago, larger radiators with seven-pound pressure caps kept the boil- ing point of an engine at about 230 degrees. Today’s cars, which have smaller frontal areas and therefore - smaller radiators, have necessitated a move to 15-pound pressure caps which push the boiling point of an engine to 260 degrees. The hotter-running engines are also more fuel efficient and less pollut- ing. Maintaining efficient performance and long engine life demands conscientious - attention to the maintenance of the vehi- cle. This places the responsibility on the - driver to be alert to unusually hot or cold engine operation and to take corrective measures before damage is one. This is easy for the owner whose car has a temperature gauge on the instru- ~~ment panel. Over-cool operation or pro- gressive overheating shows up on the dial. However, most cars have warning lights which often don’t indicate trouble until it is too late. For owners of these cars, the Institute suggests several danger signs to be aware of. Poor operation of the heater in the winter certainly is an indication that the car is not warming up. A cold-running engine often causes sluggish performance and poor fuel economy due to unburned gases. Additionally, unburned contami- nants in the oil can cause sludge to build up in the crankcase. If it’s running too hot, eventually the warning light will come on. Meanwhile, however, an indication of a hot-running engine could be knocking or pinging. under load or a tendency of “after-run”’ or dieseling when the engine is shut off. Preventive maintenance of the cooling system is the key to preventing either of these symptoms. Annual cleaning and checking of the system plus replacing the belts and hoses, as needed, will go a long way toward prolonging engine life and maintaining power fuel economy. A special warning goes to motorists who use their vehicles for towing - unless the car is equipped with a factory trailer towing package, it is advisable to have an additional engine/transmission cooler installed. The automatic transmission is cooled by the same system that protects the engine and extreme overheating can damage the transmission as well as the engine: double jeopardy. © Q tv AUTOFEST ’85 Don't put a ‘dent’ in your budget! By spreading out your car loan over 60 MONTHS chances are your monthly payments can be affordable. 20% DOWN is all it takes and we won't ‘stall’ you with an answer — SAME DAY processing of your loan, if you qualify. Call John Keeler at 342-8135 or 282-2662 for details. At First National Bank, Carbondale, they're driving home the point that you come first with us!! = NATIONAL 2 BANK © CARBONDALE 41 N. Main Street, Carbondale, Pa. 18407-2357 Phone (717) 282-2662 / 876-3492 / 342-8135 Dalton Office 105 W. Main Street, Dalton 563-1181 : Carbondale — Mayfield — Archbald — Dalton Elmhurst — Hamlin — Dickson City Member FDIC Renault Alliance The sleek design is European, but front-wheel-drive Alliance is affordable and it's built in America. Four-door Alliance comes with a gas-stingy 1.4L engine, four-speed manual transmission and four- wheel independent suspension for top performance and excellent handling. Test drive Alliance today! 1986 FINANCING MODELS od % AVAILABLE AMERICA’S BEST SMALL CAR PROTECTION. ; 4 S years or 50,000 miles. Plus sched- bo for details. ‘v* RENAULT uled maintenance, including all parts 7E Jeep . INC. and labor for an oil change (except fluids), and oil filter, air cleaner and spark plug replacement. Limited war- ranty. Some restrictions apply. Ask SERVICE 70-76 West Bennett Street ® P.O. Box 1526 ® Kingston, PA 18704 PHONE AREA CODE 717-288-5418-10 LARGEST AMC-JEEP-RENAULT PARTS and SERVICE FACILITY IN NORTHEASTERN PENNSYLVANIA ‘85 BUICK SOMERSET #317 TN W ase on°9,784 0*17,450 1s, APR. FINANCING ON SELECTED MODELS * CENTURYS x REGALS x ELECTRAS » GREAT SELECTION PLUS GREAT DEALS WHEN YOUR PRIDE OF PENNSYLVANIA BUICK DEALER ; GIVES YOU A PRICE oa . BELIEVE iT! WE'VE GOT ONE FOR YOU! COMMUNITY BUICK Me Lowrend] | 588 MARKET STREET, KINGSTON, PA 287-1133 — 287-1134 saad
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