Driving on snow or ice
WARNING
• Wet ice (328F, 08C and freezing
rain),
very cold snow or ice can be slick
and very hard to drive on. The
vehicle will have much less traction
or “grip” under these conditions. Try
to avoid driving on wet ice until the
road is salted or sanded.
• Whatever the condition, drive with
caution. Accelerate and slow down
with care. If accelerating or downshifting
too fast, the drive wheels
will lose even more traction.
• Allow more stopping distance under
these conditions. Braking should be
started sooner than on dry pavement.
• Allow greater following distances
on slippery roads.
• Watch for slippery spots (glare ice).
These may appear on an otherwise
clear road in shaded areas. If a
patch of ice is seen ahead, brake
before reaching it. Try not to brake
while on the ice, and avoid any
sudden steering maneuvers.
• Do not use cruise control on slippery
roads.
• Snow can trap dangerous exhaust
gases under your vehicle. Keep
snow clear of the exhaust pipe and
from around your vehicle.
See also:
Basic Information. Intelligent Driver Alertness system
operation
Basic Information
WARNING Failure to follow the warnings and instructions for the proper use of the I-DA system
could result in loss of vehicle control, serious injury, or death.
The I-DA sy ...
Tire labeling
Example
Federal law requires tire manufacturers to
place standardized information on the sidewall
of all tires. This information identifies
and describes the fundamental characteristics
of the ...
Important information about this manual
You will see various symbols in this manual. They are used in the following ways:
This is used to indicate the presence of a hazard that could cause death or
serious personal injury. To avoid or ...
