Chevrolet Silverado: Driving Information / Defensive Driving
Defensive driving means “always expect the unexpected.” The first step in driving
defensively is to wear the seat belt. See Seat Belts.
- Assume that other road users (pedestrians, bicyclists, and other drivers)
are going to be careless and make mistakes. Anticipate what they may do and
be ready.
- Allow enough following distance between you and the driver in front of you.
- Focus on the task of driving.
Distraction comes in many forms and can take your focus from the task of driving.
Exercise good judgment and do not let other activities divert your attention away
from the road...
Death and injury associated with drinking and driving is a global tragedy.
Warning
Drinking and then driving is very dangerous. Your reflexes, perceptions,
attentiveness, and judgment can be affected by even a small amount of alcohol...
Other information:
If the vehicle's seat belt will fasten around you, you should use it.
But if a seat belt is not long enough, your dealer will order you an extender.
When you go in to order it, take the heaviest coat you will wear, so the extender
will be long enough for you...
Warning
Driving at high speeds, 160 km/h (100 mph) or higher, puts additional strain
on tires. Sustained high-speed driving causes excessive heat buildup and can cause
sudden tire failure. This could cause a crash, and you or others could be killed...
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To adjust each mirror:
Press
or
to select the driver or passenger side
mirror. The indicator light will illuminate.
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