GMC Terrain: Hydroplaning
Hydroplaning is dangerous. Water can build up under the vehicle's tires so they actually ride on the water. This can happen if the road is wet enough and you are going fast enough. When the vehicle is hydroplaning, it has little or no contact with the road.
There is no hard and fast rule about hydroplaning. The best advice is to slow down when the road is wet.
Driving on Wet Roads
Rain and wet roads can reduce vehicle traction and affect your ability to stop and accelerate. Always drive slower in these types of driving conditions and avoid driving through large puddles and ...Other Rainy Weather Tips
Besides slowing down, other wet weather driving tips include: ○ Allow extra following distance. ○ Pass with caution. ○ Keep windshield wiping equipment in good shape. ○ Kee ...See also:
Tire chains
Use “Class S” chains or other traction aids that meet SAE
Type “S” specifications.
NOTE: Chains must be the proper size for the vehicle as
recommended by the chain manufacturer.
CAUTION: ...
Important safety notes
WARNING
The PARKTRONIC is a supplemental system. It is not intended to, nor does it replace,
the need for extreme care. The responsibility during parking and other critical
maneuvers always ...
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) OFF switch
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) OFF switch
The vehicle should be driven with the Vehicle
Dynamic Control (VDC) system on for most
driving conditions.
If the vehicle is stuck in mud or snow, the ...