1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Owner's Manual - Page 159

Driving on Snow or Ice Most of the time, those places where your tires meet the road probably have good traction. However, if there is snow or ice between your tires and the road, you can have a very slippery situation. You'll have a lot less traction or "grip" and will need to be very careful. Include an ice scraper, a small brush or broom, a supply of windshield washer fluid, a rag, somewinter outer clothing, a small shovel, a flashlight, ared cloth and a couple of reflective warning triangles. And, if you will be driving under severe conditions, include a small bag of sand, a piece of old carpet or a couple burlap bags of to help provide traction. Be sure you properly secure these items in your vehicle. ... What's the worst time for this? "Wet ice." Very cold snow or ice can be slick and hard to drive on. But wet 4-23