1998 GMC Suburban Owner's Manual - Page 230

Wi-nterDriving Include an ice scraper, a small brush or broom, a supply of windshield washer fluid, a rag, some winter outer clothing, a small shovel, a flashlight, a red cloth and reflective warning triangles. And, if yo11will be driving under severe conditions, include a s~nall of sand, a bag piece of old carpet or a couple of burlap bags to help provide traction. Be sure you properly secure these items in your vehicle. Driving on Snow or Ice Most of the time, those places where your tires meet the road probably have good traction. However, if there is snow or ice between your tires and the road, you can have a very slippery situation. YoLI'II have a lot less traction or "grip" and will need to be very careful. Here at-e some tips for winter driving: Have your vehicle in good shape for winter. 0 You may want to put winter emergency supplies i n your vehicle. 4-38