1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass Owner's Manual - Page 162

Driving i Rain andon Wet Roads n Rain and wet roads can mean driving trouble. On a wet road, you can't stop, accelerate or turn as well because your tire-to-road traction isn't as good as dry roads. on 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 The cautious if rain starts to while you are driving. surface may get wet suddenly when your reflexes are tuned for driving ondry pavement. The heavier the rain, the harder is to see. Even if your it 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. in It's wise to keep your windshield wiping equipment good shape and keep windshield washer tank your filled with washer fluid. Replace your windshield wiper of inserts when they show signs streaking or missing of areas onthe windshield, or when strips rubber start to separate from the inserts. 4-16