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Before leaving on a long trip, Highway hypnosis – Cadillac 2008 CTS User Manual

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Other Rainy Weather Tips

Besides slowing down, other wet weather driving tips
include:

Allow extra following distance.

Pass with caution.

Keep windshield wiping equipment in good shape.

Keep the windshield washer fluid reservoir filled.

Have good tires with proper tread depth. See Tires
on page 5-59.

Before Leaving on a Long Trip

To prepare your vehicle for a long trip, consider having
it serviced by your dealer/retailer before departing.

Things to check on your own include:

Windshield Washer Fluid: Reservoir full? Windows
clean — inside and outside?

Wiper Blades: In good shape?

Fuel, Engine Oil, Other Fluids: All levels checked?

Lamps: Do they all work and are lenses clean?

Tires: Are treads good? Are tires inflated to
recommended pressure?

Weather and Maps: Safe to travel? Have
up-to-date maps?

Highway Hypnosis

Always be alert and pay attention to your surroundings
while driving. If you become tired or sleepy, find a
safe place to park your vehicle and rest.

Other driving tips include:

Keep the vehicle well ventilated.

Keep interior temperature cool.

Keep your eyes moving — scan the road ahead
and to the sides.

Check the rearview mirror and vehicle
instruments often.

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