2010 Dodge Grand Caravan Passenger Owner Manual - Page 333

332 STARTING AND OPERATING If the transmission cannot be reset, authorized dealer Traction When driving on wet or slushy roads, it is possible for a service is required. layer of water to build up between the tire and road DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES surface. This is known as hydroplaning and may cause partial or complete loss of vehicle control and stopping Acceleration Rapid acceleration on snow covered, wet, or other slip- ability. To reduce this possibility, the following precaupery surfaces may cause the front wheels to pull errati- tions should be observed: cally to the right or left. This phenomenon occurs when 1. Slow down during rainstorms or when roads are there is a difference in the surface traction under the front slushy. (driving) wheels. 2. Slow down if the road has standing water or puddles. WARNING! Rapid acceleration on slippery surfaces is dangerous. Unequal traction can cause sudden pulling of the front wheels. You could lose control of the vehicle and possibly have an accident. Accelerate slowly and carefully whenever there is likely to be poor traction (ice, snow, wet mud, loose sand, etc.). 3. Replace the tires when tread wear indicators first become visible. 4. Keep the tires properly inflated. 5. Maintain sufficient distance between your vehicle and the vehicle in front of you to avoid a collision in a sudden stop.