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NOTICE
Driving in the rain
If you are still stuck after rocking the
vehicle a few times, have the vehicle
pulled out by a tow vehicle to avoid
engine overheating, possible damage
to the transmission, and tyre damage.
See “Towing” in chapter 8.
Rain and wet roads can make driving
dangerous. Here are a few things to
consider when driving in the rain or on
slick pavement:
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distance. A heavy rainfall makes
it harder to see and increases the
distance needed to stop your vehicle.
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Smooth cornering
Avoid braking or gear changing in
corners, especially when roads are wet.
Ideally, corners should always be taken
under gentle acceleration.
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when they show signs of streaking or
missing areas on the windscreen.
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If your tyres do not have enough tread,
making a quick stop on wet pavement
can cause a skid and possibly lead to
an accident. See “Tyre replacement”
in chapter 9.
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easier for others to see you.
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can affect your brakes. If you must go
through puddles, try to drive through
them slowly.
Driving at night
Night driving presents more hazards
than driving in the daylight. Here are
some important tips to remember:
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between you and other vehicles, as it
may be more difficult to see at night,
especially in areas where there may
not be any street lights.
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from other drivers’ headlamps.
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apply them lightly whilst driving until
normal braking operation returns.
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properly aimed. Dirty or improperly
aimed headlamps will make it much
more difficult to see at night.
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headlamps of oncoming vehicles. You
could be temporarily blinded, and it
will take several seconds for your eyes
to readjust to the darkness.
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