The process of preparing one's vehicle for the ravages of winter. The annual fall ritual includes checking, replacing and/or replenishing the antifreeze in the cooling system (See Antifreeze), mounting the snow tires, waxing the body to protect it against

The procedure for preparing the pool or spa for freezing weather. Includes chemical treatment and physical treatment to protect equipment and vessel – draining, anti-freeze, drain plugs, etc.

pool closing. A series of steps taken in order to protect the equipment and prepare the pool for the inactive winter period.