Automotive Waste

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Material	May be reused or recycled	May be poured down the drain	May be placed in trash for landfill	Deposit at HHWC
antifreeze*	X			X
automotive transmission fluid	X			X
batteries (car and boat)	X			X
brake fluid	X			X
carburetor cleaner
degreasing chemicals				X
diesel fuel	X			X
enamels			X2	X
gasoline				X
kerosene	X			X
light lubricating oil	X			X
motor oil *	X
polish and wax			X2	X
windshield washer fluid		X1

NOTES
1. Pour small amounts down drain with plenty of water; rinse containers thoroughly before discarding.
2. Solidify with absorbent material before placing in trash.

*The City coordinates an active used oil and antifreeze recycling program through a partnership with approximately 60 businesses in Albuquerque Metropolitan Area. Residents are asked to bring their clean, used motor oil or antifreeze to one of the drop off locations in clear clean containers. For additional information call (505) 768-2738. Find a site near you that will accept your used oil or antifreeze.