Other Rainy Weather Tips
Besides slowing down, other wet weather driving tips include:
○ Allow extra following distance.
○ Pass with caution.
○ Keep windshield wiping equipment in good shape.
○ Keep the windshield washer fluid reservoir filled.
○ Have good tires with proper tread depth. See Tires on page 10‑44.
○ Turn off cruise control.
See also:
Treadwear
The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear ...
Grade Braking (6-Speed Automatic Transmission)
The Grade Braking shift modes can be activated by pressing the button on the end of the shift control lever.
While in Range Selection Mode, Grade Braking is deactivated allowing the driver to select ...
Diagnostics
OnStar Vehicle Diagnostics will perform a vehicle check every month. It will check the engine, transmission, antilock brakes, and major vehicle systems. It also checks the tire pressures, if the vehic ...