Steering in Emergencies

  • There are some situations when steering around a problem may be more effective than braking.
  • Holding both sides of the steering wheel allows you to turn 180 degrees without removing a hand.
  • Antilock Brake System (ABS) allows steering while braking.
    See also:

    Instrument Panel
    A. Air Vents. B. Turn and Lane—Change Lever. See Turn and Lane-Change Signals. Driver Information Center (DIC) Controls. See Driver Information Center (DIC). C. Cruise Control. Hea ...

    Roof
    Sunroof A. Open or Close B. Vent On vehicles with a sunroof, the sunroof only operates when the ignition is in the ACC/ACCESSORY or ON/RUN, or when Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is active. S ...

    Driving on Snow or Ice
    Drive carefully when there is snow or ice between the tires and the road, creating less traction or grip. Wet ice can occur at about 0°C (32°F) when freezing rain begins to fall, resulting in even ...