1994 GMC Jimmy Owner's Manual - Page 184

less traction. It's always wise go slower andbe cautious if rain starts to to fall while you are driving.The surface may get wet suddenly when your reflexes are tuned driving on dry pavement. for The heavier the rain, the harder it to see. Even if your windshield wiper is see blades are in good shape,a heavy rain can make it harder to road signs and traffic signals, pavement markings, the of the road, and even edge people walking. It's wise to keep your wiping equipment in good and keep your shape windshield washer tank filled. Replace your windshield wiper inserts when on they show signsof streaking or missing areas the windshield, orwhen strips of rubber start to separate from the inserts. Driving too fast through large water puddles or even going through some car washes can cause problems, too.The water may affect your brakes. Try to avoid puddles. Butif you can't, try to slow down before you hit them. Hydroplaning Hydroplaning is dangerous. much water can build up under your tires So that they can actually ride on the water. can happen if the roadis wet This enough and you're going fast enough. When your vehicle is hydroplaning, it has little or no contact with the road. 4-26