Cadillac 2006 XLR, Owner'S Manual

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Know how to go down hills. The most important thing
to know is this: let your engine do some of the
slowing down. Shift to a lower gear when you go
down a steep or long hill.
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Know how to go uphill. You may want to shift down to
a lower gear. The lower gears help cool your engine
and transmission, and you can climb the hill better.
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Stay in your own lane when driving on two-lane
roads in hills or mountains. Do not swing wide or cut
across the center of the road. Drive at speeds that let
you stay in your own lane.
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As you go over the top of a hill, be alert. There could
be something in your lane, like a stalled car or an
accident.
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You may see highway signs on mountains that warn
of special problems. Examples are long grades,
passing or no-passing zones, a falling rocks area, or
winding roads. Be alert to these and take appropriate
action.
Winter Driving
Here are some tips for winter driving:
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Have your vehicle in good shape for winter.
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You may want to put winter emergency supplies in
your vehicle.
Also see Tires on page 6-47.
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