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2 <br /> Automobile Maintenance <br /> Many of us are"weekend mechanics". We enjoy the cost savings of changing our own oil and antifreeze, <br /> topping off the battery with water, and generally making our car perform its' best. There is a lot of <br /> potential for stormwater pollution associated with these activities;however,the following BMPs will help <br /> you minimize pollution while servicing your car,truck,van,or RV. <br /> Required BMPs <br /> • Recycle all oils, antifreeze, solvents, and batteries. Many local car parts dealers and gas <br /> stations accept used oil and oil filters. The Household Hazardous Waste facilities at the <br /> Snohomish County Waste and Recovery Center accept oil,oil filters,antifreeze, and solvents. <br /> • Never dump new or used automotive fluids or solvents on the ground, in a storm drain or <br /> street gutter, or in a water body. Eventually, it will make its way to local surface waters or <br /> groundwater,including the water we drink. <br /> • Do not mix wastes. The chlorinated solvents in some carburetor cleaners can contaminate a <br /> huge tank of used oil, rendering it unsuitable for recycling. Always keep your wastes in <br /> separate containers which are properly labeled and store them out of the weather. <br /> Never dump new or used automotive fluids or solvents on <br /> the ground, in a storm drain or street gutter... <br /> Suggested BMPs <br /> • Fix all leaks,to keep the leaky material off streets and out of surface water. <br /> • To dispose of oil filters,punch a hole in the top and let drain for 24 hours. This is where a large <br /> funnel in the top of your oil storage container will come in handy. After draining, wrap in <br /> 2 layers of plastic and dispose of in your regular garbage or recycle by taking it to the <br /> Snohomish County Waste and Waste and Recovery Center. Call the Snohomish County <br /> Department of Public Works for up-to-date information on the appropriate disposal of <br /> consumer products. <br /> • Use care in draining and collecting antifreeze to prevent accidental spills. Spilled antifreeze <br /> tastes sweet and can be deadly to animals that ingest it. <br /> • Perform your service activities on concrete or asphalt or over a plastic tarpaulin to make spill <br /> cleanup easier. Keep a bag of kitty litter on hand to absorb spills. If there is a spill,sprinkle a <br /> good layer on the spill,let it absorb for a little while and then sweep it up. Place the <br /> 9 <br />