1993 Pontiac Trans Sport Owner's Manual - Page 169

Driving a Long Distance Although most long trips today are made on freeways, there still many are made on regular highways. Long-distance drivingon freeways and regular highways is the same in some ways. The trip has tobe 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 long trip. Before Leaving ona Long Trip Here are some things you can check Make sure you're ready.Try to be well rested. Ifyou must start when you're not before a trip: fresh-such as after aday's work-don't Windshield Washer Fluid:Is the plan to make many miles that first too reservoir full? Areall windows clean part of the journey.Wear comfortable inside and outside? clothing and shoesyou can easily drive Wiper Blades:Are they in good in. shape? Is your vehicle ready for a long trip? If Fuel, Engine Oil, Other Fluids: you keep it serviced and maintained, it's Have you checkedall levels? ready to go. Ifit needs service,have it Lights: Are they all working?Are the done before starting out. course, Of lenses clean? you'll find experienced and able service Tr s They are vitally important to a ie : experts in Pontiac dealerships across all safe, trouble-free trip. the tread Is North America. They'll be ready and good enough for long-distance willing to help if you need it. 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 toavoid a major storm system? Maps: Do you have up-to-date maps?