Driving information, Defensive driving, Defensive driving -2 – Cadillac 2011 SRX User Manual

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9-2

Driving and Operating

Towing

General Towing

Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-54

Driving Characteristics and

Towing Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-54

Trailer Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-58
Towing Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . 9-61
Trailer Sway

Control (TSC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-62

Conversions and Add-Ons

Add-On Electrical

Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-62

Driving Information

Defensive Driving

Defensive driving means “always
expect the unexpected.” The first
step in driving defensively is to wear
your safety belt. See Safety Belts on
page 3‑14
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Assume that other road users
(pedestrians, bicyclists, and
other drivers) are going to be

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careless and make mistakes.
Anticipate what they might do
and be ready. In addition:

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Allow enough following
distance between you and
the driver in front of you.

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Focus on the task of driving.

Driver distraction can cause
collisions resulting in injury or
possible death. These simple
defensive driving techniques
could save your life.

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