1998 Cadillac Seville Owner's Manual - Page 219

The exit speed is usually posted. Reduce your speed according to your speedometer, not to your senseof motion. After drivingfor any distance at higher speeds, you may tendthink you are going to slower than you actually are. a Lamps: Are they all working? Are the lenses clean? 0 Tires: They are vitally important to a safe, for trouble-free trip.Is the tread good enough to long-distance driving? Are the tires all inflated the recommended pressure? Weather Forecasts:What's the weather outlook along your route? Should you delay your trip a short time to avoid a major storm system? Maps: Do you have up-to-date maps? Before Leaving ona Long Trip Make sure you're ready. Try to be well rested. If you -must start when you're not fresh such as after a day's too work -- don't plan to make many miles thatfirst part you of the journey.Wear comfortable clothing and shoes can easily drive in. 0 0 Highway Hypnosis Is there actually such a condition as "highway hypnosis"? Or is itjust plain falling asleep at wheel? Callit the highway hypnosis, lackof awareness, or whatever. There is something about easy stretch of road with the an same scenery, along with the hum of the tires on the road, the droneof the engine, and the rush of the wind against the vehicle that can make you sleepy. Don't let it happen to you! If it does, your vehicle can leave the road less in than a second, and you could crash and be injured. What can you do about highway hypnosis? First, be aware that it can happen. Is your vehicle ready a long trip? you keep it for If serviced and maintained, it's ready go. If it needs to service, haveit done before starting out. course, Of you'll find experienced and able service experts in Cadillac dealerships all across North America. They'll it, be ready and willing to help if you need Here are some things you can check before a trip: 0 Windshield Washer Fluid: Is the reservoir full? Are all windows clean inside and outside? 0 Wiper Blades: Are they in good shape? 0 Fuel, Engine Oil, Other Fluids: Have you checked all levels?