1996 Pontiac Firebird Owner's Manual - Page 179

I Wet brakes can cause accidents. They won't work well in a quick stop and cause pullingto one may side. You could lose control of the vehicle. After drivingthrough a large puddle of water or a car wash, apply yourbrake pedal lightly until ! . normally. work brakes your Driving too fast through large water puddles or even going through some car washes can cause problems, too. The water may affect your brakes., Try to avoid puddles. But if you can't, try toslow down before you hit them.