1993 Cadillac DeVille Owner's Manual - Page 217

time and flash your brake lights (in addition to your turn signal) as extra warning that you are aboutto slow down and exit. The exit ramp can be curved, sometimes quite sharply. The exit speed is usually posted. Reduce your speed according to your speedometer, notto your sense of motion. After driving for any distance at higher speeds, you may tend to think you are going slower than you m) actually are. Forexample, 40 mph (65 k h might seem like only 20 mph (30 krn/h). Obviously, this could lead to serious trouble on a ramp designed for 20 mph (30 km/h)! D m N G A LONG DISTANCE Although most long trips today are made onfreeways, there arestill many made on regular highways. Long-distance driving on freeways and regular highways is the same in some ways. The triphas to be planned and the vehicle prepared, you drive at higher-than-city speeds, and there arelonger turns behind the wheel. You'll enjoy your trip moreif you and your vehicle are in good some tips for a successfullong trip. shape. Here are BEFORE LEAWNG ONA LONG TMP Make sureyou're ready. Try to be well rested. If you must start when you're not fresh-- such as after a day's work -- don't plan to make too many miles that first part of the journey. Wear comfortable clothing and shoes you can easily drive in. Is your vehicle ready for a long trip? I you keep it serviced and f maintained, it's ready to go. If it needs service, have it done before starting out.Of course, you'll find experienced and ableservice experts in Cadillac dealerships all across North America. They'll be ready and willing to help if you need it. Here aresome things you can check before a trip: Windshield Washer Fluid: Is the reservoir full? Are all windows clean inside and outside? 0 Wiper Blades: Are they in good shape? Fuel, Engine Oil, Other Fluids: Have you checked all levels? 204