1994 Cadillac Fleetwood Owner's Manual - Page 207

HILL AND MOUNTMN ROADS Driving on steep hills or mountains is different from driving inflat or rolling terrain. If you drive regularly in steep country, or if you're planning to visit there, here are some tips that can make your trips safer and more enjoyable. 0 Keep your vehicle in good shape. Check all fluid levels and also the brakes, tires, cooling systemand transmission. These partscan work hard onmountain roads. Know how to go down hills.The most important thing to know is this: let your engine do some of the slowing down. Shift a lower gear to when you go down steep orlong hill. a 194