1996 Pontiac Trans Sport Owner's Manual - Page 190

Remember: Anti-lock doesn't change thetime you need Steering to get your foot to the brake pedal or always decrease up Power Steering to stopping distance,If you get too close the vehicle in front of you, you won't havetime t'oapply yourbrdkes If you lose power steering assist because the engine if that vehicle suddenly slows or stops. Always leaqe stops orthe system is not functioning,you can steer but enough room up ahead to stop, even though have you it will take much more effort. anti-lock brakes. Using Anti-Lock Don't pump the brakes. Just hold the brake pedal down and let anti-lock work for you. You may feel the system working, or you may notice some noise, but this is normal. Steering Tips Driving on Curves It's important to take curvesat a reasonable speed. A lot of the "driver lost control" accidents mentioned on the news happen on curves. Here's why: Experienced driver or beginner, each us is subject to of of The the same laws physics when driving on curves. traction sf the tires againstthe road surface makes it possible for the vehicle change its path when turn to you the front wheels. there's no traction, inertia will keep If the vehicle going in the same direction. If you've ever tried to steer a vehicle on wet ice, you'll understand this. The traction you can get in a curve depends on the condition of your tires and the road surface, the mgle at which the curve is banked, and your speed. While you're in a curve, speed is the one factoryou can control.. Braking in Emergencies Use your anti-lock braking system. when you need to. With anti-lock, you can steer and brake the same at time. Inmany emergencies, steeringcan help you more than even thevery best braking. , d.?qj.