1994 Oldsmobile Bravada Owner's Manual - Page 121

Driving Guidelines This multipurpose passknger vehicleis defined as autility vehicle in Consumer Information Regulations issued by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) of the United States Departmentof Transportation. Utility vehicles have higher ground clearance and a narrower track make to them capable of performing in awide variety of off-road applications. Specific design characteristics give them a higher center of gravity than ordinary cars. An advantage of the higher ground clearance is a betterview of the road allowing you to anticipate problems. They are notdesigned for cornering at the same speeds as conventional 2wheel drive vehicles more than lowany slung sports cars are designed to perform satisfactorily under off-road conditions. If at all possible, avoid sharp turns or abrupt maneuvers. As with other vehicles of this type,failure to operate thisvehicle correctly may result in loss of control or vehicle rollover. 3perating Your Bravada Off Paved Roads Many of the same design features that help make Bravada responsive paved on roads during poor weather conditions features likethe locking rear axle andallwheel drive-help makeit much better suited for off-road use a than Before You Go Ofi-Roading conventional passengercar. Its higher ground clearance also helps Bravada step There are some things to do before you over some off-road obstacles. But go out. For example, besure to have all Bravada doesn't have features like special necessary maintenance and service underbody shielding and transfer case a work done. Be sure you read allthe low gear range, things are usually that information about your all-wheel drive thought necessary for extended severe vehicle in thismanual. Is there enough or off-road service.This guide is for fuel? Is the spare tire fully inflated? Are operating your Bravada paved roads. the fluid levelsup where they should off Also, see Anti-Lock Brakes in the Index. be? What are thelocal lawsthat apply to off-roading where you'll be driving? Off-road drivingcan be great fun. But it does have some definite hazards. The greatest of these is the terrainitself. "Off-roading"means you've left the great North American road system behind. Traffic lanes aren't marked. Curves aren't banked. There are no road signs. Surfaces can be slippery, rough, uphill or downhill. In short, you've gone right back nature. to Off-road driving involves some new skills. And that's why it's very important thatyou read this guide. You'll find many driving and tips suggestions. These will help malte your off-road driving saferand more enjoyable. 115