1997 Buick Riviera Owner's Manual - Page 178

Of course, tractionis reduced when water, snow, ice, gravel or other material on the road. For safety, is you'll want to slow down and adjust your driving to these 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 bestto avoid sudden steering, acceleration or braking (includingengine braking by shifting to a lower gear). Any sudden changes could cause tires to slide. the You may not realize the surfaceis slippery until your vehicle is skidding. Learnto 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. Driving at Night Night drivingis more dangerous than day driving. are One reasonis that some drivers likely to be impaired -- by alcohol or drugs, with night vision problems, or by.fatigue. 4-15