1998 Chevrolet Tracker Owner's Manual - Page 186

Remember, unless you have anti-lock, if you brake so hard that your wheels stop rolling, you'lljust slide. Brake so your wheels alwayskeep rolling and you can still steer. Whatever your braking system, allow greater following distance on any slippery road. 0 If You're Caught in a Blizzard Watch for slippery spots. The road might be fine until youhit a spot that's covered with On an ice. otherwise clear road, patches may appear in ice shaded areas where sun can't reach: around the clumps of trees, behind buildings or under bridges. Sometimes the surface of a curve or overpass may an remain icy whenthe surrounding roads are clear. If you see a patch of ice ahead of you, brake before you are on it.T y not to brake while you're actually on r the ice, and avoid sudden steering maneuvers. If you are stopped by heavy snow, you could be in a serious situation.You should probably stay with your vehicle unless you know sure that you are near help for and you can hike through snow. Hereare some the things to do to summon help and keep yourself and your passengers safe: 0 Turn on your hazard flashers. 4-41