1994 Chevrolet Cavalier Owner's Manual - Page 122

Reduce your speed according to your speedometer, not to your senseof motion. any After driving for distance at higher speeds, you maytend to think you are going slowerthan you actuallyare. 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 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 a longtrip? If for you keep it serviced and maintained, it's ready to go. If it needs service, have it done before starting out.Of course, you'll findexperienced and able service experts in Chevrolet dealerships all across North America. They'll be ready and willing to help if you need it. Here are some things you can check before atrip: Windshield Washer Fluid Is the reservoir full?Are all windowsclean inside and outside? Wiper Blades:Are they in good shape? Fuel, Engine Oil, Other Fluids:Have you checked all levels? Lights: Are they all working? Are the lenses clean? Tires: They are vitally important to a safe, trouble-free trip. Is the tread good enough for long-distance driving? Arethe tires all inflated to the recommended pressure? Weather Forecasts:What's the weather outlook along yourroute? Should you delay yourtrip a short time to avoid a majorstorm system? Maps: Do you have up-to-date maps? Highway Hypnosis Is there actually such a condition as "highway hypnosis"? Or is it justplain falling asleep at thewheel? Call it highway hypnosis, lack awareness, or of whatever. There is something about aneasy stretch of road with the 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 in less than a second, and you could crash and be injured. What can you do about highway hypnosis? First, be aware that it can happen. Then here aresome tips: Make sure your vehicle is well ventilated, with a comfortably cool interior. Keep your eyes moving. Scan the road ahead and to the.sides. Check your rearview mirrors and your instruments frequently. If you get sleepy, pull the road into off a rest, service, or parking area and take a nap, get some exercise,or both. For safety, treat drowsiness on the highway as anemergency. a