Ice on your car? Do's and don'ts of de-icing your vehicle

Tuesday, January 29, 2019
There are many ways to de-ice a car, but some are better ideas than others.

Here's what you need to know to prevent ice on your car and to get it off once it's there, according to AccuWeather.
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DON'TS

Never pour boiling or hot water on a cold or frozen windshield.

Never use a metal object to try to hammer the ice off.

DO'S
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Plan ahead! The night before an ice storm is expected, put bags over your side mirrors to keep the ice off, and cover your windshield with a rubber mat.

You can also prevent frozen door locks by spraying them with graphite lubricant.



If you do get ice on your car, a scraper and your defroster are your best bet.

Learn more in the video above.

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