1997 Chevrolet Lumina Owner's Manual - Page 166

Braking in Emergencies At some time, nearly every driver gets into a situatian that requires hard btaking. Steering Power Steering If you lose power steering assist because the engine stops or the system not functioning, you can steer but is it will take much more effort. Steering Tips Driving on Curves It's important to take curves at a reasonable speed. A lot of the "driver lost control" accidents mentioned on the news happen on curves. Here's why: Experienced driver or beginner, of us is subject to each the same laws physics when driving on curves. of The traction of the tires against the road surface makes it possible for the vehicle to change its path when you turn the front wheels.If there's no traction, inertia will keep the vehicle going the same direction. you've ever in If on tried to steer a vehicle wet ice, you'll understand this. The traction you can getin a curve depends on the condition of your tires and the road surface, the angle at which the curve is banked, and your speed. While you're in a curve, speed is the one factor you can control. 4-10