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
Other Rainy Weather TipsBlizzard Conditions
Being stuck in snow can be a serious situation. Stay with the vehicle unless
there is help nearby. If possible, use Roadside Assistance. See Roadside Assistance
Program. To get help and keep everyone in the vehicle safe:
Turn on the hazard warning flashers.
Tie a red cloth to an outside mi ...
Cooling Fan Description and Operation (LWE, LUW)
System Overview
The engine cooling fan system is composed of one cooling fan, 2 relays, the engine
control module (ECM), and the associated wiring. The cooling fan assembly includes
1 resistor mounted in the cooling fan shroud. The cooling fan resistor may be a
stand alone compon ...
Cylinder Head Cleaning and Inspection
Valve Cleaning and Inspection
Warning: Bodily injury may occur if the cleaning solvent is
inhaled or exposed to the skin.
Note: Do not scratch the valve stem with the wire brush.
Clean the valves of carbon, oil and varnish. Carbon can be remove ...