1994 Cadillac Eldorado Owner's Manual - Page 205

0 LiEhts: Are they all working?Are the lenses clean? Tires: Theyare vitally important to a safe, trouble-free trip. Is the tread good enough for long-distance driving? Are the tires all inflated to the recommended pressure? Weather Forecasts: What's the weather outlook along yourroute? Shodd you delay your a short time to avoid a major storm trip system? Maps; Do you have up-to-date maps? I n 0 1 I r 0 0 r HIGHFKAYHWNOSIS Is there actually sucha condition as "highway hypnosis"? is it just Or plain falling asleep at the wheel? Call it.highway hypnosis; lack of awareness, or whatever. There is something about an easy stretch of road with the same scenery, along withthe h u m of the tireson the road, the drone of the engine, and the rush of the wind against the vehicle.that can makeyou sleepy. Don't let it happen to you! If it does, your vehicle leave the road in lessthan can a second, and you could crash and injured. be What can you about highway hypnosis? First, aware that it can do be happen. Then here are some tips: 0 Make sure your vehicle is well ventilated, with a comfortably cool interior. 0 Keep your eyes moving. Scan the road ahead and to thesides. Check your rearviewmirrors and your instruments frequently. If you get sleepy, pull o f the road into a rest, service., parking area f or and take a nap, get some exercise,or both. For safety, treat drowsiness on thehighway asan emergency. P - r ' 193