Before Leaving On A Long Trip; Highway Hypnosis - Buick 2001 Century Owner's Manual

Before Leaving on a Long Trip

Make sure you're ready. Try to be well rested. If you
must start when you're not fresh
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work don't plan to make too many miles that first part
of the journey. Wear comfortable clothing and shoes you
can easily drive in.
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
Buick dealerships 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:
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Windshield Washer Fluid: Is the reservoir full?
Are all windows clean inside and outside?
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Wiper Blades: Are they in good shape?
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Fuel, Engine Oil, Other Fluids: Have you checked
all levels?
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Lamps: Are they all working? Are the lenses clean?
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such as after a day's
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Tires: They are vitally important to a safe,
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trouble free trip. Is the tread good enough for
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long distance driving? Are the tires all inflated
to the recommended pressure?
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Weather Forecasts: What's the weather outlook
along your route? Should you delay your trip a short
time to avoid a major storm system?
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Maps: Do you have up

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. Don't let
it happen to you! If it does, your vehicle can leave the
road in less than a second, and you could crash and
be injured.
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