Winter driving
More severe weather conditions of winter result in greater wear and other problems. To minimise winter driving problem, you should follow these suggestions:
* Snow tyres and tyre chains for the national language (Icelandic) see the Appendix.
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- Snowy or icy conditions
- Use high quality ethylene glycol coolant
- Check battery and cables
- Change to "winter weight" oil if necessary
- Check spark plugs and ignition system
- To keep locks from freezing
- Use approved window washer anti-freeze in system
- Don't let your parking brake freeze
- Don't let ice and snow accumulate underneath
- Carry emergency equipment
- Drive your vehicle when water vapour condenses and accumulates inside the exhaust pipes