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Automobile
ANTIFREEZE
Antifreeze is toxic to humans and pets. Reduce use by changing less
often. Choose less-toxic formulas, and dispose of properly.
Click on the antifreeze for more information.
Auto batteries
It is illegal to discard auto batteries; you must return or recycle
them. Gel-cell batteries last longer and are less toxic.
Click on the car battery for more information.
TIRES
Extend the life of your tires: maintain proper air pressure; rotate
regularly; check treads. Dispose of used tires properly at an NYC Department
of Sanitation facility. Buy retreads.
Click on a tire for more information.
USED MOTOR OIL
Do-it-yourselfers: don’t flush or dump used oil. Bring it to
any retailer that sells oil, or to a Special Waste facility. Extend
your maintenance cycle. Buy synthetics or re-refined oil.
Click on the motor oil for more information.
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