Filter
Top Products
The heavier the rain, the harder it is to see. Even
if
your
windshield wiper blades are in good shape, a heavy rain
can make
it
harder to see road signs and traffic signals,
pavement markings, the edge
of
the road and even
people walking.
It’s wise
to
keep your windshield wiping equipment
in
good shape and keep your windshield washer tank filled
with washer fluid. Replace your windshield wiper
inserts when they show signs
of
streaking or missing
areas on the windshield, or when strips
of
rubber start to
separate from
the
inserts.
Driving too fast through large water puddles or even
going through some car washes can cause problems, too.
The water may affect your brakes. Try
to
avoid puddles.
But if you can’t, try
to
slow down before you hit them.
Wet brakes can cause accide
.
They won’t work
well in a quick stop and may cause pulling to one
side. You could lose control of the vehicle.
After driving through a large puddle of water or
a car wash, apply your brake pedal lightly until
your brakes work normally.
ydroplaning
Hydroplaning
is
dangerous.
So
much water can build up
under your tires that they can actually ride
on
the water.
This can happen if the road is wet enough and you’re
going fast enough. When your vehicle is hydroplaning,
it has little or no contact with the road.
4-17