2003 Chevrolet Malibu Owner's Manual - Page 184

The heavier the rain, the harder it is to see. Even if your windshield wiperblades are in good shape, a heavyrain can makeit harder to see road signs and traffic signals, pavement markings, the edge the road and even of people walking. It's wise to keep your windshield wiping equipment in good shape and keep your windshield washer tank filled with washer fluid. Replace your windshield wiper inserts when they show signs streaking or missing of areas on the windshield, or when strips of rubber start to separate from the inserts. Driving too fast through large water puddles or even going through some car washes can cause problems, too. The water may affect your brakes. Try to avoid puddles. But if you can't, try to slow down before you hit them. Wet brakes can cause accidents. They won't work as well in a quick stop and may cause pulling to one side. You could lose control of the vehicle. After driving through a large puddle of water or a car wash, apply your brake pedal lightly until your brakes work normally. 4-17