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Other Rainy Weather Tips
Besides slowing down, other wet weather driving tips
include:
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Allow extra following distance.
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Pass with caution.
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Keep windshield wiping equipment in good shape.
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Keep the windshield washer fluid reservoir filled.
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Have good tires with proper tread depth. See Tires
on page 5-47.
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Turn off cruise control.
Before Leaving on a Long Trip
To prepare your vehicle for a long trip, consider having
it serviced by your dealer/retailer before departing.
Things to check on your own include:
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Windshield Washer Fluid: Reservoir full? Windows
clean — inside and outside?
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Wiper Blades: In good shape?
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Fuel, Engine Oil, Other Fluids: All levels checked?
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Lamps: Do they all work and are lenses clean?
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Tires: Are treads good? Are tires inflated to
recommended pressure?
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Weather and Maps: Safe to travel?
Have up-to-date maps?
Highway Hypnosis
Always be alert and pay attention to your surroundings
while driving. If you become tired or sleepy, find a
safe place to park your vehicle and rest.
Other driving tips include:
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Keep the vehicle well ventilated.
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Keep interior temperature cool.
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Keep your eyes moving — scan the road ahead
and to the sides.
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Check the rearview mirror and vehicle instruments
often.
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