1998 Buick Riviera Owner's Manual - Page 188

The exit speed is usually posted. Reduce your speed according to your speedometer, not to your sense of motion. After drivingfor any distance at higher speeds, you may tend to think you are going slower than you actually are. 0 Lamps: Are they all working? Are the lenses clean.! 0 Tires: They are vitally important to a safe, trouble-free trip. Is the tread good enough for long-distance driving? Are the all inflated to the tires recommended pressure? WeatherForecasts: What's the weather outlook along your route? Should delay your tripa short you time to avoid a major storrn system? Maps: Do you haveup-to-date maps? Before Leaving on a Long Trip Make sure you're ready. Try be well rested. If you to must start when you're notfresh -- such as after a day's work -- don't plan to make many miles thatfirst part too of the journey. Wear comfortable clothing and shoes you can easily drive in. Is your vehicle ready a long trip? you keep it for If serviced and maintained, it's ready go. If it needs to service, haveit done before startingout. Of course, you'll find experienced and service experts in able Buick dealerships all across North America. They'll be ready and willing to help if you needit. Here are some things you can check before a trip: 0 0 0 Highway Hypnosis Is there actually such condition as "highway hypnosis"? a Or is it just plain falling asleep at the wheel? it Call highway hypnosis, lack of awareness, or whatever. There is something about an easy stretch of road with the same scenery, along with the hum the tireson the of road, the drone of the engine, andthe rush of the wind against the vehicle that can make you sleepy. Don't let it happen toyou! If it does, your vehicle can leave the road in less than a second, and you could crash and be injured. What can you do about highway hypnosis? First, be aware thatit can happen. Windshield Washer Fluid: Is the reservoir full? Are all windows cleaninside and outside? Wiper Blades: Are they in good shape? Fuel, Engine Oil, Other Fluids: Have you checked all levels? 0 4-21