1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette Owner's Manual - Page 204

Is your vehicle ready for a long trip? If you keep it serviced and maintained, it's ready to go. If it needs service, have it done before starting out. Of course, you'll find experienced and able service experts in Oldsmobile retail facilities all across North America. They'll be ready and willing to help if you need it. Here are some things you can check before a trip: 0 Highway Hypnosis Is there actually sucha condition as "highway hypnosis?' Or is it just plain falling asleep at the wheel? Call it highway hypnosis, lackof awareness, or whatever. There is something about an easy stretchof road with the same scenery, along with the hum of the tireson the road, the drone of the engine, and the rush of the wind against the vehicle thatcan make you sleepy. Don'tlet it happen to you! If it does, your vehicle can leave the road in less than u second, and you could crash and be injured. What can you do about highway hypnosis? First, be aware that it can happen. Then here are some tips: 0 Windshield WLzslzer Fluid: Is the reservoir full? Are all windows clean inside and outside? a Wiper Blades: Are they in good shape? a Fuel, Engine OiL, Other Fluids: Have you checked all levels? 0 Lcmys: Are they all working? Are the lenses clean? trouble-free trip. Is the tread good enough for long-distance driving? Are the tires all inflated to the recommended pressure? a Tires: They are vitally important to a safe, Make sure your vehicle is well ventilated, with a comfortably cool interior. Keep your eyes moving. Scan the road ahead and to the sides. Check your mirrors and your instruments frequently. If you get sleepy, pull off the road into a rest, service, or parking area and take a nap, get some exercise, or both. For safety, treat drowsiness on the highway as an emergency. 0 a Weather Forecasts:What's the weather outlook along your route? Should you delay your trip a short time to avoid a major storm system'? 0 0 Maps: Do you have up-to-date maps'? 4-22