1995 Chevrolet Camaro Owner's Manual - Page 178

Once you are moving on the freeway, make certain you allow a reasonable following distance. Expect to move slightly slower at night. When you wantto leave the freeway, moveto the proper lane well in advance.If you miss yourexit do not, under any circumstances, stop and back up. Driveon to the next exit. The exit ramp can be curved, sometimes quite sharply. Is your vehicle readyfor a long trip? If you keep it serviced and maintained, it's ready go. If it needs to service, have it done before starting out. Of course, you'll find experienced and able service experts in Chevrolet dealers all across North America. They'll be ready and willing to help if you need it. Here are some things you cancheck before a trip: 0 The exit speed is usually posted. Reduce your speed according to your speedometer, not to your sense of motion. After driving for any distance at higher speeds, you may tendto think you are going slower than you actually are. 0 0 Windshield Washer Fluid: the reservoir full? Are Is all windows cleaninside and outside? Wiper Blades: Are they in good shape? Fuel, Engine Oil, Other Fluids: Have you checked all levels? Lumps: Are they all working? Are the lensesclean? 0 0 Before Leaving on a Long Trip Make sure you're ready. Tryto be well rested.If you must start whenyou're not fresh -- such as after a day's work -- don't plan to make too many miles thatfirst part of the journey. Wearcomfortable clothing and shoes you can easily drive in. Tires: They are vitally important to a safe, trouble-free trip. Is the tread good enough for long-distance driving? Are the tires all inflatedto the recommended pressure? Weather Forecasts:What's the weatheroutlook along your route?Should you delay your tripa short time to avoid a major storm system? Maps: Do you have up-to-date maps? 0 0 4-22