1997 Oldsmobile Aurora Owner's Manual - Page 199

Just beforeyou leave the lane, glance quickly over your shoulder tomake sure thereisn't another vehiclein your "blind" spot. Once you are moving on the freeway, makecertain you allow a reasonable following distance. Expect to move slightly slower at night. When you want to leave the freeway, move to the proper lane well in advance. If you miss your exit, do not, under any circumstances, stopand back up. Drive on to the next exit. The exit ramp can be curved, sometimes quite sharply. The exitspeed is usually posted. Reduce your speed according toyour speedometer, not to your sense of motion. After driving forany distance at higher speeds, you may tend to think you are going slower thanyou actually are. Is your vehicle ready for a longtrip? If you keep it serviced and maintained, it's ready to go. If it needs service, have it done before starting out. Of course, you'll find experienced and able service experts in Aurora retail facilities all across North America. They'll be ready and willing to help if you need it. Here are some things you can check before a trip: 0 Windshield Washer Fluid: Is the reservoir full?Are all windows clean insideand outside? Wiper Blades: Are they in good shape? Fuel, Engine Oil, Other Fluids: Have you checked all levels? Lumps: 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? Maps: Do you have up-to-date maps? 0 0 0 0 Before Leaving on aLong T_In Make sure you'reready. Try to be well restea. If you must start when you're not fresh-- such as after aday's work -- don't plan to make too many miles that first part of the journey.Wear comfortable clothingand shoes you can easily drive in. 0