It is recommended you check that the following steps are taken to ensure your car is ready for winter weather. Make sure that:

.	Fluids are at the correct levels, including oil, transmission fluid, coolant, windshield wiper fluid (type suitable for low temperatures) and power steering and brake fluids
.	All safety-related devices are working – battery, tires, brakes, lights, etc.

Tires have plenty of tread for adverse road conditions

If you live in an area with heavy snows, snow tires are installed and underneath the car is protected from salt on the road by an oil spray

	Spark plugs checked or replaced
	Coolant system is operational – yes, cars can overheat in the winter!
	Windshield wiper blades recently replaced

	Fuel system is clean
	Gas tank is always at least half full, preventing condensation that leads to frozen gas lines
	A can of de-icer is kept in the house in case the car locks freeze
	An emergency survival kit is in the car; including flashlight, batteries, first aid supplies, extra clothing, bag of sand, shovel, windshield scraper, booster cables, water container, road maps, tow rope, flares and non-perishable food.

This list is not all-inclusive and particular precautions may not be appropriate in all circumstances. You are encouraged to use good judgment.