1996 Buick Park Avenue Owner's Manual - Page 188

Of course, traction is reduced when water, snow, ice, gravel or other material is on the road. For safety, you'll your driving to these want to slow down and adjust conditions. It is important to slow down on slippery surfaces because stopping distance will be longer and vehicle control more limited. While driving on a surface with reduced traction,try your best to avoid sudden steering, accelerationor braking (including engine braking by shifting to a lower gear). Any sudden changes could cause the tires to slide. You may not realize the surface is slippery until your vehicle is skidding. Learn to recognize warning clues -- such as enough water, ice or packed snow on the road to make a "mirrored surface" -- and slow down when you have any doubt. Remember: Any anti-lock brake system (ABS) helps avoid only the braking skid. Night driving is more dangerous than day driving. One reason is that some drivers are likely to be impaired-- by alcohol or drugs, with night vision problems, or fatigue. by