Driving in bad weather, towing a trailer – Acura 2001 Integra Sedan - Owner's Manual User Manual

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Driving in Bad Weather, Towing a Trailer

Traction — Check your tires

frequently for wear and proper
pressure. Both are important in
preventing "hydroplaning" (loss of
traction on a wet surface). In the
winter, mount snow tires on all four
wheels for the best handling.

Watch road conditions carefully,

they can change from moment to
moment. Wet leaves can be as slip-
pery as ice. "Clear" roads can have
patches of ice. Driving conditions
can be very hazardous when the
outside temperature is near freezing.

The road surface can become

covered with areas of water puddles
mixed with areas of ice, so your
traction can change without warning.

Be careful when downshifting. If
traction is low, you can lock up the
drive wheels for a moment and cause
a skid.

Be very cautious when passing, or
being passed by other vehicles. The

spray from large vehicles reduces

your visibility, and the wind buffeting

can cause you to lose control.

Towing a Trailer

Your Acura has been designed
primarily to carry passengers and
their cargo. You can use it to tow a
trailer if you carefully observe the
load limits, use the proper equipment,

and follow the guidelines in this
section.

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