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How Many Years Can Tires Be Stored Without Use?

Tires have a storage lifespan, which should not exceed 3 years according to relevant regulations. Generally, tires should not be stored for more than 3 years from the date of production, and their maximum service life on vehicles should not exceed 8 years. Additional Information: 1. Tires are one of the key components of a vehicle, directly in contact with the road surface. Together with the vehicle's suspension system, they help absorb shocks during driving, ensuring a comfortable ride and smooth driving experience. They also maintain good traction between the wheels and the road, improving the vehicle's traction, braking, and off-road capabilities. Tires bear the weight of the vehicle, and their critical role in automotive performance is increasingly recognized. Tires hold a vital position among vehicle components, significantly impacting driving performance, and their lifespan directly affects transportation economic efficiency. 2. Car tires also have an 'age.' Even a brand-new tire will age if stored for more than four years, as the primary material of tires is rubber, which naturally deteriorates over time with use or storage. Using aged tires can mildly affect vehicle performance or, in severe cases, lead to blowouts, endangering lives.

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How to use the ASR in the car?

ASR function is enabled by default. The main functions of ASR are introduced as follows: 1. Prevent the driving wheels from slipping during vehicle starting and acceleration; prevent the driving wheels from spinning on asymmetric road surfaces or when turning; 2. Improve traction and maintain driving stability; and control the slip rate within the range of 10%—20%. 3. Extension: If the ASR light is on, it indicates that there may be a fault in the vehicle's traction control system. The owner should send the vehicle to a 4S shop for inspection as soon as possible. Such faults are usually caused by circuit failures, and a fault diagnostic tool is needed to find the cause of the fault. Finally, after repair, the fault light can be eliminated.

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What is the purpose of an intercooler?

The function of an intercooler is to reduce the intake air temperature of the engine. The intercooler system, short for central cooler, is also known as an Intercooler and is typically made of aluminum alloy material. Depending on the cooling medium, common intercoolers can be divided into two types: air-cooled and water-cooled. Here is a brief introduction to intercoolers: 1. Air-cooled: Utilizes external air to cool the air passing through the intercooler. The advantage is that the entire cooling system has fewer components and a relatively simpler structure compared to water-cooled intercoolers. The disadvantage is that the cooling efficiency is lower than that of water-cooled intercoolers, generally requiring longer connecting pipes and resulting in greater air resistance. Air-cooled intercoolers are widely used due to their simple structure and low manufacturing cost. Most turbocharged engines use air-cooled intercoolers, such as the engines in the Hawtai Terracan TCI off-road vehicle and the FAW-Volkswagen Bora 1.8T sedan. 2. Water-cooled: Uses circulating cooling water to cool the air passing through the intercooler. The advantage is higher cooling efficiency, and the installation position is more flexible, eliminating the need for long connecting pipes, making the entire intake pipe system smoother. The disadvantage is that it requires a relatively independent circulating water system to cooperate with the engine cooling system, resulting in more components in the entire system, higher manufacturing costs, and a more complex structure. Water-cooled intercoolers are less commonly used and are generally found in mid-engine or rear-engine vehicles, as well as large-displacement engines, such as the engines in the Mercedes-Benz S400-CDI sedan and the Audi A8-TDI sedan.

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How to set the horn sound when locking the Volkswagen Lavida?

Step on the brake pedal of the Lavida, shift the gear lever to P gear, release the brake pedal, press the one-button start key of the SAIC Lavida twice in a row, close all four doors, and hold the lock button on the driver's door for more than 10 seconds to complete the setting of the horn sound when locking the car. Here are some related information: 1. The horn sound when locking the Lavida is a reminder method, used to remind the driver that the vehicle has been locked. Conversely, the driver can only check the double flash of the car to confirm the lock. 2. The horn is the sound signal device of the car. During the driving process, the driver issues certain sound signals as needed and required to warn pedestrians and other vehicles to pay attention, ensuring traffic safety. At the same time, it is also used to urge and transmit signals. 3. Its working principle is that when the horn button on the steering wheel or other positions is pressed, the current from the battery will flow through the circuit to the electromagnetic coil of the horn relay. The electromagnetic coil attracts the moving contact switch of the relay to close, and the current will then flow to the horn. The current makes the electromagnet inside the horn work, causing the diaphragm to vibrate and produce sound.

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Does a Vehicle Recall Mean Getting a New Car?

After a vehicle recall, a new car is not provided. First, the vehicle recall system refers to the process where automobiles already on the market are found to have defects due to design or manufacturing issues that do not comply with relevant regulations and standards, potentially leading to safety and environmental concerns. The manufacturer must promptly report the product's issues, the causes of these problems, and improvement measures to the relevant national authorities, apply for a recall, and after approval, modify the vehicles in use to eliminate potential hazards. Precautions for vehicle recalls are as follows: 1. Recalls are generally due to design or quality defects. 2. Vehicles usually undergo repairs and software upgrades at 4S shops, with very few cases requiring return to the factory. 3. If the repair time is short, it is recommended that the owner watches nearby to supervise. 4. In case of a recall, you can negotiate with the 4S shop to provide a vehicle. 5. There is a specific system for vehicle recalls, meaning that if automobiles on the market are found to have defects due to design or manufacturing issues that do not comply with relevant regulations and standards, potentially leading to safety and environmental problems, the manufacturer must promptly report the product's issues, the causes of these problems, and improvement measures to the relevant national authorities and apply for a recall.

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What to Do If Your Driver's License Has Expired After 6 Years?

The first renewal of a driver's license is required after six years, and the second renewal after ten years. If a driver is unable to renew the license within the specified time due to reasons such as military service or being abroad, they can apply for a delayed renewal procedure at the vehicle management office where the license was originally issued, within the validity period of the license review. Additionally, the maximum delay for a driver's license renewal application is three years. It is important to note that during the extension period, the driver is not allowed to operate a motor vehicle. When applying for a delayed renewal, the materials to be submitted include two copies of the ID card (front and back), a copy of the driver's license (original and duplicate), as well as proof of the reason for the delay, such as enlistment notice, military officer's certificate, or valid entry-exit visa. Extended Information: For those whose driver's license has been expired for less than one year after the six-year renewal period, they can apply for renewal at the vehicle management office where the license was originally issued or at another location. When applying, they should fill out an application form and submit the following documents and proofs: 1. The identity proof of the motor vehicle driver; 2. The motor vehicle driver's license; 3. A medical certificate regarding physical condition issued by a county-level or higher medical institution or a military medical institution at the regimental level or above. For those applying for a special small automatic passenger vehicle for the disabled, a medical certificate regarding physical condition issued by a specialized medical institution designated by the provincial health authority should be submitted.

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