1997 Pontiac Sunfire Owner's Manual - Page 182

Driving in Rain and on We]. lac your tire-to-road traction as isn't good as on dry roads. And, if your tires don't have much tread left, you'llget even less traction. It's always wise to go slower and be cautious if rain starts tofall while you are driving. The surface may get wet suddenly whenyour reflexes are tuned for drivingon dry pavement. The heavier the rain, the harder is to see.Even if your it windshield wiper blades are 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 washer fluid.Replace your windshield wiper inserts when they show signs streaking or missing of areas on the windshield, or whenstrips of rubber start to separate from the inserts. Rain and wet roads mean driving trouble. On a wet can road, you can't stop, accelerate or turn as well because 4-18