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...to store my car for the Winter. Looks like it'll be raining/snowing this whole week here in Chicago burbs. Anyways, I looked through our manual and this is what is says to do before storing...

-Fill the fuel tank.
-Change engine oil and filter.
-Wash and dry exterior.
-Clean interior.
-Leave parking break off. Put transmission in park.
-Block rear wheels.
-If the car is to be stored for a longer period, it should be supported on jackstands so the tires are off the gorund.
-Leave one window open slightly.
-Disconnect the battery.
-Support front wiper blade with towel/rag so they don't touch the windshield.
-To minimize sticking, apply silicone spray lubricant to all door and trunk seals.
-Cover the car with a "breathable" cover.
-If possible, run the engine for a while periodically (preferably once a month).

Anyone else have any other tips before storing??? And do I really need to follow all of these tips? I just thought that the car should be clean, disconnect the battery, and keep it covered.

Thanks

Tom Blasing

Put the sun visors in the "down" position. This can help keep little critters from building a nest up there.

Chemmech

Don't forget to take the cassette tape out of the tape deck.

Sambostl

you do that man store that bad boy.... what r u going to drive now the 99?

Satman

I live in Chicago.. No snow yet!! Infact its December 10th and we haven't had a flake yet.

Live it up and take it out... ...