1998 Cadillac Eldorado Owner's Manual - Page 209

Steering Tips Driving on Curves the road. Adding the sudden acceleration can demand too much of those places. You can lose control. Refer to "Traction Control System" in the Index. What should you do if this ever happens? Ease up on the accelerator pedal, steer the vehicle way you want it the to go, and slow down. If you have Stabilitrak, you may see the STABILITY ENGAGED message on the Driver Information Center. See "Stability Engaged Message" in the Index. Speed limit signs near curves warn that you should adjust your speed. Of course, the posted speeds are based on good weather and road conditions. Under less favorable conditions you'll want to go slower. If you need to reduce your speed as you approach a curve, do it before you enter the curve, while your front wheels are straight ahead. It's important to take curves at a reasonable speed. A lot of the "driver lost control" accidentsmentioned on the news happen on curves. Here's why: Experienced driver or beginner, each of us is subject to the same laws of physics when driving on curves. The traction of the tires against the road surface makes it possible for the vehicle to change its path when you turn the front wheels. If there's no traction, inertia will keep the vehicle going in the same direction. you've ever If tried to steer a vehicle on wet ice, you'll understand this. The traction you can get in a curve depends on the condition of your tires and theroad surface, the angle at which the curveis banked, and your speed. While you're ina curve, speed is the factor you one can control. Suppose you're steering through a sharp curve. Then you suddenly accelerate. Both control systems -- steering and acceleration -- have to do their work wherethe tires meet Try to adjust your speed so you can "drive" through the curve. Maintain a reasonable, steady speed. Wait to accelerate until you are out of the curve, and then accelerate gently into the straightaway. 4-11