2013 Buick Regal Owner Manual - Page 202

9-6 Driving and Operating Remember: Antilock brakes help avoid only the braking skid. If the vehicle starts to slide, follow these suggestions: . Driving on Wet Roads Rain and wet roads can reduce vehicle traction and affect your ability to stop and accelerate. Always drive slower in these types of driving conditions and avoid driving through large puddles and deep‐standing or flowing water. Ease your foot off the accelerator pedal and steer the way you want the vehicle to go. The vehicle may straighten out. Be ready for a second skid if it occurs. Slow down and adjust your driving according to weather conditions. Stopping distance can be longer and vehicle control can be affected when traction is reduced by water, snow, ice, gravel, or other material on the road. Learn to recognize warning clues - such as enough water, ice, or packed snow on the road to make a mirrored surface - and slow down when you have any doubt. Try to avoid sudden steering, acceleration, or braking, including reducing vehicle speed by shifting to a lower gear. Any sudden changes could cause the tires to slide. Racing or Other Competitive Driving Racing, track testing, or Competitive driving may affect the vehicle warranty. See the warranty book before using the vehicle for racing or other competitive driving. Notice: If the vehicle is used for racing, track testing, or other competitive driving, the engine may use more oil than it would with normal use. Low oil levels can damage the engine. Check the oil level often and at the proper level. For the 2.0L engine: Add and keep the oil level at 1 L (1 quart) above the high mark when driving under these conditions. For information on how to check and add oil, see Engine Oil on page 10‑10. . { WARNING Wet brakes can cause crashes. They might not work as well in a quick stop and could cause pulling to one side. You could lose control of the vehicle. After driving through a large puddle of water or a car/vehicle wash, lightly apply the brake pedal until the brakes work normally. Flowing or rushing water creates strong forces. Driving through flowing water could cause the vehicle to be carried away. If this (Continued) .