1996 Oldsmobile Achieva Owner's Manual - Page 89

Cruise Control (Option) Cruise control can be dangerous where you can't drivesafely at a steady speed. So, don't use your cruise control on winding roads orin heavy traffic. Cruise control can be dangerous on slippery roads. On such roads, fast changes in tire traction can cause needless wheel spinning, and you could lose control. Don't use cruise control on slippery roads. With cruise control, you can maintain a speed of about 25 mph (40 km/h) or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator. This can really help on long trips. Cruise control does not work at speeds below 25 mph (40 h h ) . When you apply your brakeor the clutch pedal, the cruise control shuts off.