1996 Pontiac Grand Am Owner's Manual - Page 158

Braking in Emergencies Use your anti-lock braking system when need to. you With anti-lock, you can steer and brake at the same time. Tn many emergencies, steerirzg'cm help you more thin even the best - braking. very Steering Tips Driving on Curves It's importantto take curves at reasonable speed. a A lot of the "driver lost control" accidents mentioned on the news happen on curves. Here's why: Experienced driver or beginner, of us is subject to each the same laws physics when driving curves. The of on traction of the tires against the road surface makes it possible for the vehicle to change its path when you turn the front wheels. there's no traction, inertia will keep If the vehiclegoing in the same direction. you've ever If tried to steer a vehicle on wet ice, you'll understand this. The tractionyou can get in a curve depends on the condition of your tires and road surface, the angle at the which thecurve is banked, and your speed.While the you're in a curve, speed is one factoryou can control. Steering Power Steering If you lose power steering assist because the engine stops or the system not functioning, you can steer but is it will take much more effort. Variable Effort Steering (Option) This steering system provides lighter steering effort for parlcitlg a d at low vehicle speeds.Steering effurt will increase at higher speedsfor improved road feel. 4-10,