Article: Driving on ice requires special care, so here are some pointers:  If you find yourself suddenly on ice (or black ice) do not slam on the brakes; you could lose all control. If you must slow down, put your vehicle in a lower gear and/or apply brakes lightly and steer straight. When driving on ice, do not turn your steering wheel. Serious accidents often occur in winter, when drivers turn their wheels on ice. Turning the wheel has little or no effect, until the car passes the ice and the tires suddenly regain their traction. Once the tires regain traction, the vehicle will steer violently to the side, potentially causing an accident. Always use your turn signals to indicate where and when you're going to turn. This gives other drivers time to react -- making it both the safest and most courteous thing to do.  Signal as soon as you decide that you would like to make a turn, then look for a space into which to make the turn, not vice versa. This gives other drivers more time to notice you, and perhaps even open up a space for you. These rules also apply when you are changing lanes, as suddenly switching lanes without giving the drivers around you advanced warning can be very dangerous. Turns into traffic (for example, left turns in right-hand-drive countries) are especially hazardous, and should be avoided if possible. Plan your trip to make turns with the traffic whenever possible. Trucks are a special hazard; their drivers cannot see other vehicles as well as you can in a car.  Therefore, it's important to give trucks extra space -- you can do this by observing a six second rule (instead of three second) when driving behind a truck. Be extremely careful when overtaking a truck. If there is an accident between a car and a truck, the driver of the car will be the one most at risk. When you try to run a red light, you take the risk that another car will turn or pull out in front of you, right into your path.  It is equally likely that a pedestrian (perhaps a child) might step out onto the crossing, trying to cross the road. If either of these things happen, there is likely to be a serious accident and no one will be at fault except you. Keep in mind that it is exceptionally difficult for another driver to tell how fast you are going or whether your are about to accelerate or stop when they are approaching you head on.
Question: What is a summary of what this article is about?
Be extra careful when driving on ice. Use your indicators when turning. Be cautious around trucks. Never run a red light.
Article: Symptoms of IBS can be different for each person and vary in severity from one time to another. The most common symptoms of IBS are:  Abdominal pain and cramping that may improve after a bowel movement Bloating and gas Constipation (which may alternate with diarrhea) Diarrhea (which may alternate with constipation) A strong urge to have a bowel movement Feeling as if you still need to have a bowel movement after you've already had one Mucus in the stool IBS is a "functional" digestive disorder. This means that the digestive system changes for unknown reasons. But, these changes don't actually damage the digestive system. Conditions that usually happen with IBS include:  Mixed nerve transmissions between the brain and large intestine Problems with the way food is pushed through the digestive system (peristalsis) Depression, anxiety, and panic disorders Infections in the digestive system Bacterial overgrowths (like Small Intestine Bacterial Overgrowth [SIBO]) Changes in hormone levels Food sensitivities Since there's no diagnostic test, your doctor will do a physical exam. The doctor may order blood tests, stool tests, and imaging tests, depending on your specific situation. These tests can also rule out other health conditions. If your doctor believes you have IBS, you'll probably be advised about changes you need to make to your diet. Your doctor might prescribe medications (like muscle relaxants, anti-depressants, bulk-forming laxatives and anti-diarrheal medicines) to relieve symptoms. Track the foods you eat and make note of which foods seem to make your symptoms worse. Try to avoid eating these foods in the future. Most people with IBS find that one or more of these cause digestive problems:  Foods that are high in fat Foods that are artificially sweetened Foods that cause gas or bloating (cabbage, some beans) Some milk products Alcohol Caffeine
Question: What is a summary of what this article is about?
Watch for symptoms of IBS. Consider your risk factors. Talk with your doctor. Keep a food journal.
Article: Hook your timing gun up to the power and ground terminals on your car's battery, and hook the sensor that accompanies the timing gun to your number one cylinder spark plug wire. Follow the instructions particular to the timing light you're using to hook it up properly. The "gun" works by illuminating the timing marks in a strobe fashion as it spins, allowing you to see the point at which the spark plug is firing on the timing index. When the spark plug fires, the sensor sends a signal to the light, which strobes in the gun, illuminating the numbers at the proper moment. To check your timing number and see how it is firing, have someone rev the engine while you illuminate the timing numbers with your light. You obviously want to make sure the car is in neutral, and keep your hands a safe distance from the engine as it revs. Though the wheel is turning, the light should seem to "freeze" it at a particular number. This is the timing number. Note the number of degrees to the right or left of zero.  As the RPMs increase, the point at which the spark plug is firing should also increase somewhat. This is normal, because ignition works on a curve, allowing for the speed increase and adjusting the timing accordingly. To check for total timing, you want to be sure to rev the engine to at least 3500 RPMs. This will allow you to make sure the curve of the ignition timing is being set, as well as the initial timing. If your car features vacuum timing advance in addition to mechanical timing, and you'll need to loosen the distributor adjustment bolt before you start the engine. Next, remove the vacuum advance hose from the carburetor and plug it with a rag to check your timing. Vacuum timing works by making minor adjustments at at low RPM by rotating slightly to adjust for the timing. Now that you've found your ignition timing number, how do you know if you need to adjust it? All models of cars will have differing timing values, depending on the year it was manufactured and the variety of transmission used. To learn whether or not you need to adjust your timing, find the optimum timing number for your make and model and adjust if necessary. If you don't know your timing number, talk to a licensed mechanic or employee at your local auto parts store to consult their manuals and find the proper timing number.
Question: What is a summary of what this article is about?
Hook up your timing light or timing gun. Have a helper rev the engine. Shine the light directly onto the harmonic balancer and find the number. Account for vacuum timing, if necessary. Adjust the timing, if necessary.