1996 GMC Jimmy Owner's Manual - Page 190

Here are some things you can check before a trip: 0 Highway Hypnosis Is there actually such a condition as "highway hypnosis"? Or is it just plain falling asleep at the wheel? Call it highway hypnosis, lackof 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 rushof the wind against the vehicle that can makeyou sleepy. Don't let it happen to you! If it does, your vehicle can leave the roadin less than a second, and you could crash and be injured. What can you do about highway hypnosis? First,be aware that it can happen. Then here are some tips: 0 Wirzdslzield Wnslzer Fluid: Is the reservoir full? Are all windows clean inside and outside? Wiper Bkrdes: Are they in good shape? Fuel, Engilze Oil, Other F1L.fid.s: Have you checked all levels? Lanzps: Are they all working? Are the lenses clean? 0 0 0 0 Tires: They are vitally important to a safe, trouble-free trip. Is the tread good enough for long-distance driving? Are the tires all inflated to the recommended pressure? Wmther Foremsts:What's the weather outlook along your route? Should you delay your trip a short time to avoid a major storm system? Mclps: Do you have up-to-date maps? 0 0 Make sure your vehicle is well ventilated, with a comfortably cool interior. Keep your eyes moving. Scan the road ahead and to the sides. Check your mirrors and your instruments 0 frequently. 0 If you get sleepy, pull off the road into a rest, service or parking area and take a nap, get some exercise, or both. For safety, treat drowsiness on the highway as an emergency. 4-37