Chevrolet Sonic: Loss of Control
Chevrolet Sonic Owners Manual
Skidding
There are three types of skids that correspond to the vehicle's three control
systems:
- Braking Skid — wheels are not rolling.
- Steering or Cornering Skid — too much speed or steering in a curve causes
tires to slip and lose cornering force.
- Acceleration Skid — too much throttle causes the driving wheels to spin.
Defensive drivers avoid most skids by taking reasonable care suited to existing
conditions, and by not overdriving those conditions. But skids are always possible.
If the vehicle starts to slide, follow these suggestions:
- Ease your foot off the accelerator pedal and steer the way you want the
vehicle to go. The vehicle may straighten out. Be ready for a second skid if
it occurs.
- Slow down and adjust your driving according to weather conditions. Stopping
distance can be longer and vehicle control can be affected when traction is
reduced by water, snow, ice, gravel, or other material on the road. Learn to
recognize warning clues — such as enough water, ice, or packed snow on the road
to make a mirrored surface — and slow down when you have any doubt.
- Try to avoid sudden steering, acceleration, or braking, including reducing
vehicle speed by shifting to a lower gear. Any sudden changes could cause the
tires to slide.
Remember: Antilock brakes help avoid only the braking skid.
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