1996 Chevrolet Corvette Owner's Manual - Page 182

Once you are moving on the freeway, make certain you allow a reasonable following distance. Expect move to slightly slower at night. When you wantto leave the freeway,move to the proper lane well in advance.If you m i s s your exit, do not, under any circumstances,stop and back up. Drive on to the next exit. The exit rampcan be curved, sometimesquite sharply. The exit speed is usually posted. Reduce your speed according to speedometer,' not your to your sense of motion. After driving any distance for at higher speeds,you may tend to think you are going slower thanyou actually are. Is your vehicle readyfor a long trip? If you keep it serviced and maintained, it's ready to If it needs go. service, have it donebefore starting out. Of course, you'll find experienced and able service experts in Corvette dealerships all across North America.They'll be ready and willingto help if you needit. Here are some things you can check before a trip: 0 Windshield Washer Fluid: Is the reservoir full? Are all windowsclean inside and outside? Wiper Blades: Are they in good shape? Fuel, Engine Oil, Other Fluids: Have you checked all levels? Lamps: Are they all working? Are the lenses clean? Tires: They are vitally important to a safe, trouble-free trip. Is the tread goodenough for long-distance driving? Are the tires all inflated to the recommended pressure? Weather Forecasts: What's the weatheroutlook along your route? Should you delay your trip a short time to avoid a major storm system? Maps: Do you have up-to-date maps? 0 0 0 0 Before Leavingon a Long Trip Make sure you're ready. Try be well rested. If you to must start when you're not fresh -- such as after a day's work -- don't plan to make many miles that first part too of the journey. Wear comfortable clothing and shoes you can easily drive in. 0 0 4-21 ,