1993 Oldsmobile Bravada Owner's Manual - Page 160

Your Driving and the Road Driving a Long Distance Although most long trips today are made on freeways, there are still many made on regular highways. Long-distance drivingon freeways and regular highways is the same insome ways. The trip has to be planned and the vehicle prepared, you drive at higherthan-city speeds, and there are longer turns behind the wheel. You'll enjoy your trip more if you and your vehicle are in good shape. Here are some tips for a successful longtrip. Before leaving on a Long Trip Make sure you're ready. Try to be well Here are some things you can check rested. If you must start when you're not before atrip : fresh-such as after a day's work-don't * Windshield Washer Fluid: Is the plan to make too many milesfirst part that reservoir full? Are all windows clean of the journey. Wear comfortable clothing inside and outside? and shoes you can easily drive in. Wiper Blades: Are they in good Is your vehicle ready for a long trip? If shape? you keep it serviced and maintained,it's * Fuel, Engine Oil, Other Fluids: ready to go. If it needs service, have it Have you checked ail levels? done before starting out. Of course, Lights: Are they all working? Are the you'll find experienced andable service lenses clean? experts in Oldsmobile dealerships all Tires: They are vitally important toa across North America. They'll be ready safe, trouble-free trip. Is the tread and willing to helpif-you need it. good enough for longdistance 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? Maps: Do you have up-to-date maps?