Before leaving on a long trip, Highway hypnosis, Before leaving on a – Saturn 2009 OUTLOOK User Manual

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Other Rainy Weather Tips

Besides slowing down, other wet
weather driving tips include:

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Allow extra following distance.

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Pass with caution.

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Keep windshield wiping
equipment in good shape.

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Keep the windshield washer fluid
reservoir filled.

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Have good tires with proper tread
depth. See Tires on page 5-39.

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Turn off cruise control.

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:

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

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Wiper Blades: In good shape?

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

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Lamps: Do they all work and are
lenses clean?

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

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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:

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Keep the vehicle well ventilated.

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Keep interior temperature cool.

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

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Check the rearview mirror and
vehicle instruments often.

Driving Your Vehicle

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