1994 GMC Jimmy Owner's Manual - Page 187

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, move to the proper lane well in advance. If you miss yourexit do not, under any circumstances,stop and back up. Drive on to the next exit. The exit ramp can be curved, sometimes quite sharply. The exit speed is usually posted. Reduce your speed according to your speedometer, not your senseof to motion. After drivingfor any distanceat higher speeds, you may tend to think you aregoing slower than you actually are. Before Leaving on a Long Trip Make sure you're ready. Try tobe 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 thatfirst part of the journey.Wear comfortable clothing andshoes you can easily drivein. Is your vehicle ready a long trip?If you keep it serviced and maintained, for it's ready to go. it needs service, haveit done before starting out. Of If course, you'll findexperienced and able service experts in GM dealerships if all across North America. They'll ready and willing to help you need be it. Here are some things you cancheck before a trip: 0 Windshield WasherFluid: Is the reservoir full? Are all windows clean inside and outside? Wiper Blades: Are they ingood shape? Fuel, Engine Oil, Other Fluids: Have you checked all levels? Lights: Are they all working?Are the lenses clean? Tires: They are vitallyimportant to a safe, trouble-free trip. Is the tread good enough for long-distance driving? Are the tires all inflated to the recommended pressure? Weather Forecasts: What's the weather outlook along your route? Should you delay yourtrip a shorttime to avoid a major storm system? Maps: Do you have up-to-date maps? 0 0 0 0 0 0 4-29