1995 GMC Sonoma Owner's Manual - Page 163

The exit ramp be curved, sometimes quite can sharply. The exit speed isusually posted. Reduce your speed according your speedometer, not to your senseof to motion. After driving for any distance at higher speeds, you may tend to think you are going slowerthan you actually are. Before Leaving on Long Trip a Make sure you'reready. Try to be well rested. If you must start when you're not fresh - such as after aday's work - don't plan to make toomany miles that first partof the journey. Wear comfortable clothingand shoes you can easily drive in. Is your vehicle ready for a long trip? If you keep itserviced and maintained, it's ready to go. If it needs service, have it donebefore starting out. Of course, you'll find experienced and able service expertsin GM dealerships all across North America. They'll beready and willing to help if you need it. Here are some things you can check before atrip: Windshield Washer Fluid: Is the reservoir full? Are all windows clean inside and outside? Wiper Blades: Are they in good shape? Fuel, Engine Oil, Other Fluids: Have you checked all levels? 0 0 Lights: Are they all working? Are the lenses clean? Tires: They are vitally important to a safe,trouble-free trip. Is the tread good enough for long-distance driving? Are the tiresall inflated to the recommended pressure? Weather Forecasts: What's the weather outlook along yourroute? Should you delay your trip a short time to avoidmajor storm system? a Maps: Do you have up-to-date maps? High way Hypnosis Is there actually such a condition as "highway hypnosis"? is it just Or plain falling asleep at the wheel? Call it highway hypnosis, lack of awareness, or whatever. There is something about an easy stretch of road with the same scenery, along with the hum of the tires on the road, the drone of the engine, and the rush of the wind against the vehiclethat can makeyou sleepy. Don't let it happen to you! If it does, your vehicle can leave road in less than a the second, and you could crash and be injured. that What can you do about highway hypnosis? First, be aware it can happen. 4-29