1996 Chevrolet Blazer Owner's Manual - Page 190

Just before you leave the lane, glance quicklyover your shoulder to make sure there isn't another vehicle in your "blind" spot. Once you are moving on the freeway, make certain you allow a reasonable following distance. Expect to move slightly slower at night. When you want to leave the freeway, moveto the proper lane well in advance. If you miss your exit, do not, under any circumstances, stop and back up. Drive on to the next exit, The exit ramp can be curved, sometimes quite sharply. Before Leaving on aLong 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. 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 tend think you are going to slower than you actually are. Is your vehicle ready for a long trip? you keep it, If serviced and maintained, it's ready go. If it needs to service, have it done before starting out. Of course, you'll find experienced andable service experts in GM dealers all across North America.They'll be ready and willing to helpif you need it. 4-36