Carry emergency equipment
Depending on the severity of the weather where you drive your car, you should carry appropriate emergency equipment. Some of the items you may want to carry include tire chains, tow straps or chains, flashlight, emergency flares, sand, a shovel, jumper cables, a window scraper, gloves, ground cloth, coveralls, a blanket, etc.
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Power Steering Pump, Belt and Hoses
Check the power steering pump and hoses for leakage and damage. Replace any damaged
or leaking parts immediately. Inspect the power steering belt for evidence of cuts,
cracks, excessive wear, oili ...
Drive shafts and boots
Check the drive shafts, boots and clamps for cracks, deterioration, or damage.
Replace any damaged parts and, if necessary, repack the grease. ...
2011 ELANTRA ARCHITECTURE
The all-new Hyundai Elantra is fitted with a McPherson strut front
suspension, with coil springs and gas shock absorbers. The rear suspension is a
light weight coupled torsion beam rear suspension ...