User manual CHEVROLET 1953

[. . . ] This manual includes the latest information at the time it was printed. We reserve the right to make changes in the product after that time without further notice. For vehicles first sold in Canada, substitute the name "General Motors of Canada Limited" for Chevrolet Motor Division whenever it appears in this manual. Please keep this manual in your vehicle, so it will be there if you ever need it when you're on the road. [. . . ] And be especially careful when you pass another vehicle. Allow yourself more clear room ahead, and be prepared to have your view restricted by road spray. "Tires" in the Index. ) D Have good tires with proper tread depth. (See 4-18 yellowblue City Driving Here are ways to increase your safety in city driving: D Know the best way to get to where you are going. Get a city map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross-country trip. D Try to use the freeways that rim and crisscross most large cities. (See the next part, "Freeway Driving. ") D Treat a green light as a warning signal. A traffic light is there because the corner is busy enough to need it. When a light turns green, and just before you start to move, check both ways for vehicles that have not cleared the intersection or may be running the red light. One of the biggest problems with city streets is the amount of traffic on them. You'll want to watch out for what the other drivers are doing and pay attention to traffic signals. 4-19 yellowblue Freeway Driving The most important advice on freeway driving is: Keep up with traffic and keep to the right. Drive at the same speed most of the other drivers are driving. Too-fast or too-slow driving breaks a smooth traffic flow. Treat the left lane on a freeway as a passing lane. Wear comfortable clothing and shoes you can easily drive in. 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 Chevrolet dealerships all across North America. They'll be ready and willing to help if you need it. trouble-free trip. Is the tread good enough for long-distance driving?Are the tires all inflated to the recommended pressure?Should you delay your trip a short time to avoid a major storm system? D Weather Forecasts: What's the weather outlook D Maps: Do you have up-to-date maps? 4-21 yellowblue Highway Hypnosis Is there actually such a condition as "highway hypnosis"?Or is it just plain falling asleep at the wheel?Call it highway hypnosis, lack of awareness, or whatever. There is something about an easy stretch of road with the same scenery, along with the hum of the tires on the road, the drone of the engine, and the rush of the wind against the vehicle that can make you sleepy. [. . . ] 2-36 Hearing Impaired, Customer Assistance . 4-33 Gages Halogen 9-4 yellowblue Hood Checking Things Under . 7-39 Labels Ignition 2-11 7-41 6-38 2-38 7-42 7-42 7-42 7-42 7-42 7-42 7-42 7-42 7-42 2-42 2-37 6-46 6-55 2-45 2-44 2-37 6-47 Tire . 2-6 Leaving Your Vehicle with the Engine Running . [. . . ]