1994 Oldsmobile Bravada Owner's Manual - Page 131

1 Driving in the Rain Rain and wet roads can mean driving trouble. On a wet road you can't stop, accelerate or turn aswell because your tire-to-road traction isn't as good as on dry roads. And, if your tires don'thave much tread left, you'll get even less traction. It's always wiseto go slower and be cautious if rain starts to fall while you are driving. The surface may get wet suddenly when your reflexes arc tuned for driving on dry pavement. The heavier the rain, the harder it is to see. Even if your windshield wiper blades are in good shape, a heavy rain can make it harder to see road signs traffic and signals, pavement markings,the edge of the road, and even people walking. It's wise to keep your wiping equipment in good shape and keep your windshield washer tank filled. Replace your windshield wiperinserts when they Driving too fast through large water show signs of streaking or missingareas puddles or even goingthrough some car on the windshield, or when strips of washes can cause problems, too. The rubber start toseparate from the inserts. water may affect yourbrakes. Try to avoid puddles. But if you can't, try to slow down before you hit them. I 125