1994 Pontiac Grand Am Owner's Manual - Page 136

0 Know how to go down hills. The most important thing to know is this: let your enginedo some of the slowing down. Shift toa lower gear when you go down a steep or long hill. As you go over the top of a hill, be alert. There could be something in your lane, like a stalledcar or an accident. You may see highway signs on mountains that warn of special problems. Examples are long grades, passing or no-passing zones, a falling rocks area, or winding roads. Be alert .to these and take appropriate action. 0 Know how to go uphill. Drive in the highest gear possible. Stay in your own lane when driving on two-lane roads in hills or mountains. Don't swing wide or cut across the center of the road. Drive at speeds that let you stay in your own lane. 0 135...