How to start a car in the cold and not only - winter little things for the driver

How to start a car in the cold, how to use jumper cables and how to deal with water in the fuel. These are just some of the topics from the regioMoto.pl winter survival school.

Low temperatures and humidity are a problem primarily for the electrical and ignition systems. If we didn't take care of the battery, spark plugs, starter or high-voltage cables before winter, we may have problems starting the engine on a frosty morning. However, it is worth a try, so in regioMoto.pl we offer how to start a car in cold weather:

How to start a car in frost

What to do so that the car always starts in winter. Guide

If, after several attempts to start the engine, the engine still does not work, the solution is to try starting it from the battery of another car. To do this, connect both batteries with connecting wires. We'll show you how to do it:

How to start a car using jumper cables - PHOTO GUIDE

Sometimes the only solution is to replace the battery. On regioMoto.pl we write about how to choose the right battery:

Car battery - what to buy and when. Guide

We also advise on how to deal with snow and frost on windows. There are two schools - scraping and defrosting - check which one is better:

Defroster or ice scraper? Ways to clean windows from ice and snow

In winter, the water vapor in the tank turns into water, which enters the fuel system. In regioMoto.pl we write what to do to minimize it and what to do when water freezes in fuel lines:

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Water in the fuel system - be careful in winter because you won't start the engine

Disabling heating is also not difficult, not only thermostats break down - in more detail:

Heating in the car - the most frequent breakdowns and repair costs

Drivers who drive a lot and often park on the street should consider installing an additional heater. This is a way to always have a warm interior and a warm engine in the car - more details:

Autonomous heating - not only webasto. Price and assembly. Guide

To drive safely and comfortably in winter, you need to take care of not only the condition of the battery, ignition or fuel system. Check out what else to look out for:

Safe driving in winter - what drivers most often forget about

Take care of the headlights in the car - a guide

Winter tires - it is better not to delay the replacement

Cooling system - fluid change and inspection before winter. Guide

Driver - beware of fog and ice

Driving on snow - no sudden maneuvers

Check also what traffic rules apply in the countries where Poles ski the most:

Skiing abroad: rules of the road and mandatory equipment. Guide

It is also worth remembering what a typical pre-winter inspection should consist of:

Preparing a car for winter - what to check, what to replace. PHOTO

Pre-winter car inspection - not only the battery

Anti-corrosion protection of the car - rust check, etc. Guide

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