1997 Chevrolet Suburban Owner's Manual - Page 214

Here are some things you can check before a trip: 0 Windshield Washer Fluid:Is the reservoir full? Are all windows clean 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 good enough for long-distance driving? Are the tires all inflated to the recommended pressure? Weather Forecasts:What's the weather outlook along your route? Should you delay your trip a short time to avoid a major storm system? 0 0 There is something about an easy stretch of road with the same scenery, along with the hum of the tires on the road, the drone of the engine, and the rush of the wind against the vehicle that can make you sleepy. Don't let it happen less to you! If it does, your vehicle can leave the road in than a second, and you could crash andbe injured. What can you do abouthighway hypnosis? First, be aware that it can happen. Then here are sometips: 0 0 0 Make sure yourvehicle is well ventilated, with a comfortably cool interior. Keep your eyes moving, Scan the road ahead and to the sides. Check your mirrors and your instruments frequently. If you get sleepy, pull off the road into a rest, service or parking area and take a nap, get some exercise,or both. For safety, treat drowsiness on the highway as an emergency. 0 0 0 0 Maps: Do you have up-to-date maps? Highway Hypnosis Is there actually sucha condition as "highway hypnosis"? Or is it just plain falling asleep at the wheel? Call it highway hypnosis, lackof awareness, or whatever. 4-35