1998 Oldsmobile 88 Owner's Manual - Page 170

Driving in Rain and onWet Roads Rain and wet roads can mean driving trouble. On a wet turn road, you can't stop, accelerate or as well because your tire-to-road traction isn't as good as on dry roads. And, if your tires don't have much tread you'll get left, even less traction. It's always wise to go slower and be fall cautious if rain starts to while you are driving. The surface may get wet suddenly when your reflexes are tuned for driving on dry pavement. The heavier the rain, harder it is to see. Even if your the windshield wiper bladesare in good shape, a heavy rain can make it harder to see road signs and traffic signals, pavement markings,the edge of the road and even people walking. It's wise to keep your windshield wiping equipment in good shape and keep your windshield washer tank filled with washerfluid. Replace your windshield wiper of inserts when they show signs streaking or missing or areas on the windshield, when strips of rubber start to separate from the inserts. 4-17