Get In case of emergency Guide for Nissan Leaf 4 Door Second Generation (2018-2025)

6 In case of emergency

Hazard warning flasher switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2

Roadside assistance program. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2

Emergency EV (Electric Vehicle) shut off . . . . . . . . . 6-3

Flat tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-3

Tire Pressure Monitoring System

(TPMS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-3

Repairing flat tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4

Jump starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-10

If the Li-ion battery becomes completely

discharged . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-12

Push starting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-13

Towing your vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-13

Towing recommended by NISSAN . . . . . . . . . . . 6-14

Vehicle recovery (freeing a stuck

vehicle) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-15

HAZARD WARNING FLASHER SWITCH

ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM

In the event of a roadside emergency,

Roadside Assistance Service is available to

you. For additional information, please refer

to your Warranty Information Booklet (U.S.)

or Warranty & Roadside Assistance Infor-

mation Booklet (Canada) for details.

WARNING

•

If stopping for an emergency, be sure

to move the vehicle well off the road.

Do not use the hazard warning flash-

ers while moving on the highway un-

less unusual circumstances force

you to drive so slowly that your ve-

hicle might become a hazard to other

traffic.

•

Turn signals do not work when the

hazard warning flasher lights are on.

The flasher can be actuated with the

power switch in any position.

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Some jurisdictions may prohibit the use

of the hazard warning flasher switch

while driving.

Push the switch on to warn other drivers

when you must stop or park under emer-

gency conditions. All turn signal lights will

flash.

6-2 In case of emergency

EMERGENCY EV (Electric Vehicle)

SHUT OFF

FLAT TIRE

To shut off the EV system in an emergency

situation while driving, perform the follow-

ing procedure.

TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING

SYSTEM (TPMS)

•

If the low tire pressure warning light

illuminates while driving, avoid sud-

den steering maneuvers or abrupt

braking, reduce vehicle speed, pull

off the road to a safe location and

stop the vehicle as soon as possible.

Driving with underinflated tires may

permanently damage the tires and

increase the likelihood of tire failure.

Serious vehicle damage could occur

and may lead to an accident and

could result in serious personal in-

jury. Check the tire pressure for all

four tires. Adjust the tire pressure to

the recommended COLD tire pres-

sure shown on the Tire and Loading

Information label to turn the low tire

pressure warning light OFF. If the

light still illuminates while driving af-

ter adjusting the tire pressure, a tire

may be flat or the TPMS may be mal-

functioning. If you have a flat tire, re-

pair it as soon as possible. If no tire is

flat and all tires are properly inflated,

have the vehicle checked. It is recom-

mended that you visit a certified

LEAF dealer for this service.

This vehicle is equipped with TPMS. It moni-

tors tire pressure of all tires. When the low

tire pressure warning light is lit, and the “Tire

Pressure Low — Add Air” warning appears

on the vehicle information display, one or

more of your tires is significantly under-

inflated. If the vehicle is being driven with

low tire pressure, the TPMS will activate and

warn you of it by the low tire pressure warn-

ing light. This system will activate only

when the vehicle is driven at speeds above

16 mph (25 km/h). For additional informa-

tion, refer to “Warning lights, indicator lights

and audible reminders” in the “Instruments

and controls” section and “Tire Pressure

Monitoring System (TPMS)” in the “Starting

and driving” section of this manual.

• Rapidly push the power switch three con-

secutive times in less than 1.5 seconds, or

• Push and hold the power switch for more

than 2 seconds.

WARNING

•

Radio waves could adversely affect

electric medical equipment. Those

who use a pacemaker should contact

the electric medical equipment

manufacturer for the possible influ-

ences before use.

In case of emergency 6-3

•

When replacing a wheel without the

TPMS such as the spare tire, the TPMS

will not function and the low tire

pressure warning light will flash for

approximately 1 minute. The light will

remain on after 1 minute. Have your

tires replaced and/or TPMS system

reset as soon as possible. It is recom-

mended that you visit a NISSAN cer-

tified LEAF dealer for these services.

•

NISSAN recommends using only

Genuine NISSAN Emergency Tire

Sealant provided with your vehicle.

Other tire sealants may damage the

valve stem seal which can cause the

tire to lose air pressure. It is recom-

mended that you visit a NISSAN cer-

tified LEAF dealer as soon as possible

after using tire repair sealant (for

models equipped with the emer-

gency tire puncture repair kit).

•

If you used the Genuine NISSAN

Emergency Tire Sealant to repair a

minor tire puncture, it is recom-

mended that you visit a NISSAN cer-

tified LEAF dealer to replace the

TPMS sensor in addition to repairing

or replacing the tire.

NISSAN recommends using only

Genuine NISSAN Emergency Tire

Sealant provided with your vehicle.

Other tire sealants may damage the

valve stem seal which can cause the

tire to lose air pressure.

•

Replacing tires with those not origi-

nally specified by NISSAN could af-

fect the proper operation of the

TPMS.

REPAIRING FLAT TIRE

WARNING

After using Genuine NISSAN Emer-

gency Tire Sealant to repair a minor

tire puncture, do not drive the vehicle

at speeds faster than 50 mph (80

km/h).

This vehicle does not have a spare tire. The

emergency tire puncture repair kit (Genu-

ine NISSAN Emergency Tire Sealant) is sup-

plied with the vehicle instead of a spare tire.

It can be used to temporarily repair minor

tire punctures.

The Genuine NISSAN Emergency Tire

Repair Sealant or equivalent can be

used for temporarily repairing a tire.

Do not inject any other tire liquid or

aerosol tire sealant into the tires, as

this may cause a malfunction of tire

pressure sensors.

•

If possible, have the vehicle towed to a fa-

cility that can repair or replace the flat tire.

Using the emergency tire puncture repair

kit may cause a malfunction of the tire

pressure sensor and cause the low tire

pressure warning light to illuminate.

Immediately after using the Genuine

NISSAN Emergency Tire Sealant to

repair a minor tire puncture, it is rec-

ommended that you visit a NISSAN

certified LEAF dealer. The Genuine

NISSAN Emergency Tire Sealant can-

not permanently seal a punctured

tire. Continuing operation of the ve-

hicle without a permanent tire repair

can lead to a crash.

6-4 In case of emergency

7. Have all passengers get out of the ve-

hicle and stand in a safe place, away

from traffic and clear of the vehicle.

–

when the cut or the puncture is

approximately 0.25 in (6 mm) or

longer

CAUTION

•

To avoid the emergency tire puncture

kit being damaged during storage or

use:

–

when the tire sidewall is damaged

WARNING

when the vehicle has been driven

with extremely low tire pressure

–

Only use the emergency tire punc-

ture repair kit on your vehicle. Do

not use it on other vehicles.

•

Make sure the parking brake is se-

curely applied and the vehicle is

placed into the P (Park) position.

–

when the tire has come off the in-

side or the outside of the wheel

Only use the kit to inflate the tires

of your vehicle and to check the

vehicle’s tire pressure.

Never repair tires when the vehicle is

on a slope, ice or slippery areas. This

is hazardous.

–

when the tire wheel is damaged

when two or more tires are flat

Only plug the compressor into a

12-volt DC car power point.

If you have a flat tire, follow the instructions

below.

Never repair tires if oncoming traffic

is close to your vehicle. Wait for pro-

fessional road assistance.

–

Keep the kit free of water and dirt.

Stopping the vehicle

Do not disassemble or modify the

kit.

1. Safely move the vehicle off the road and

away from traffic.

–

Do not drop the kit or allow hard

impacts to the kit.

2. Turn on the hazard warning flashers.

•

Do not use the emergency tire punc-

ture repair kit under the following

conditions. It is recommended that

you visit a NISSAN certified LEAF

3. Park on a level surface and apply the

parking brake.

4. Push the P (Park) position switch on the

shift lever to the P (Park) position.

dealer

assistance.

or

professional

road

5. Turn off the EV system.

–

when the sealant has passed its

expiration date (shown on the la-

bel attached to the bottle)

6. Raise the hood to warn other traffic and

to signal professional road assistance

personnel that you need assistance.

In case of emergency 6-5

Before using emergency tire

puncture repair kit

• If any foreign object (for example, a screw

or nail) is embedded in the tire, do not

remove it.

•

The emergency repair compound

may cause a malfunction of the tire

pressure sensors and cause the low

tire pressure warning light to illumi-

nate. Have the tire pressure sensor

replaced as soon as possible.

• Check the expiration date of the sealant

(shown on the label attached to the

bottle). Never use a sealant whose expira-

tion date has passed.

Repairing tire

WARNING

Observe the following precautions

when using the tire repair compound.

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Getting emergency tire puncture

repair kit

•

Swallowing the compound is dan-

gerous. Immediately drink as much

water as possible and seek prompt

medical assistance.

Take out the emergency tire puncture re-

pair kit located in the cargo area. The repair

kit consists of the following items:

Rinse well with lots of water if the

compound comes into contact with

skin or eyes. If irritation persists, seek

prompt medical attention.

1

Tire sealant bottle

O

2

Air compressor*

O

3

Speed restriction sticker

Keep the repair compound out of the

reach of children.

O

* The compressor shape may differ de-

pending on the models.

6-6 In case of emergency

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1. Take out the speed restriction sticker

from the air compressor, then put it in a

location where the driver can see it while

driving.

4. Remove the cap from the tire valve on

the flat tire.

CAUTION

Do not put the speed restriction label on

the steering wheel pad, the speedom-

eter or the warning light locations.

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3. Remove the cap from the tire sealant

bottle. Leave the bottle seal intact.

Screw the bottle clockwise into the

bottle holder to pierce the seal of the

bottle.

1

2

2. Take the hose

and the power plug

O

out of the air compressor. Remove the

cap of the bottle holder from the air

compressor.

In case of emergency 6-7

NOTE:

The compressor tire pressure gauge

may show a pressure reading of 87 psi

(600 kPa) for about 30 seconds while in-

flating the tire. The pressure gauge is in-

dicating the pressure inside the sealant

can. When the sealant has been injected

into the tire the pressure gauge will drop

and indicate actual tire pressure.

WARNING

To avoid serious personal injury while

using the emergency tire puncture re-

pair kit:

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of the

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A

5. Remove the protective cap

6. Push the power switch to the ACC posi-

tion. Then turn the compressor switch

to the ON (−) position and inflate the tire

up to the pressure that is specified on

the Tire and Loading Information label

affixed to the driver’s side center pillar if

possible, or to the minimum of 26 psi

(180 kPa). Turn the air compressor off

briefly in order to check the tire pressure

with the pressure gauge.

•

Securely tighten the compressor

hose to the tire valve. Failure to do so

can cause the sealant to spray into

the air and get into your eyes or on

the skin.

O

hose and screw the hose securely onto

the tire valve. Make sure that the pres-

B

sure release valve

is securely tight-

O

ened. Make sure that the air compressor

switch is in the OFF (O) position, and

then insert the power plug into the

power outlet in the vehicle.

•

Do not stand directly beside the

damaged tire while it is being in-

flated because of the risk of the rup-

ture. If there are any cracks or bumps,

turn the

immediately.

compressor

off

If the tire is inflated to higher than the

specified pressure, lower the tire pres-

sure by releasing air with the pressure

release valve.

6-8 In case of emergency

If the tire pressure does not increase to 26

psi (180 kPa) within 10 minutes, the tire

may be seriously damaged and the tire

cannot be repaired with this tire repair

kit. It is recommended that you visit a

NISSAN certified LEAF dealer.

9. After driving, make sure that the air

compressor switch is in the OFF posi-

tion, then screw the hose securely onto

the tire valve. Check the tire pressure

with the pressure gauge. Temporary re-

pair is completed if the tire pressure

does not drop.

WARNING

•

After using Genuine NISSAN Emer-

gency Tire Sealant to repair a minor

tire puncture, do not drive the vehicle

at speeds faster than 50 mph (80

km/h).

7. When the tire pressure is at the specified

amount, turn the air compressor off. If

the tire cannot be inflated to the speci-

fied amount, the air compressor can be

turned off at the minimum of 26 psi (180

kPa). Remove the power plug from the

power outlet and quickly remove the

hose from the tire valve. Attach the pro-

tective cap and valve cap. Properly stow

the emergency tire puncture repair kit in

the cargo area.

Immediately after using Genuine

NISSAN Emergency Tire Sealant to

repair a minor tire puncture, it is rec-

ommended that you visit a NISSAN

certified LEAF dealer. The Genuine

NISSAN Emergency Tire Sealant can-

not permanently seal a punctured

tire. Continuing operation of the ve-

hicle without a permanent tire repair

can lead to a crash.

Make sure the pressure is adjusted to

the pressure that is specified on the Tire

and Loading Information label before

driving.

10. If the tire pressure drops, repeat the

steps from 5 to 9. If the pressure drops

again or under 19 psi (130 kPa), the tire

cannot be repaired with this tire re-

pair kit. If the tire cannot be repaired,

the driver should not drive on it any

further. The car should be towed to the

nearest dealership.

•

Do not inject any tire liquid or aerosol

tire sealant into the tires, as this may

cause a malfunction of the tire pres-

sure sensors.

CAUTION

To avoid serious personal injury when

stowing the emergency tire puncture

repair kit:

The sealant bottle and hose cannot be

reused to repair another punctured tire.

It is recommended that you visit a

NISSAN certified LEAF dealer to pur-

chase replacements.

If you used the Genuine NISSAN

Emergency Tire Sealant to repair a

minor tire puncture, it is recom-

mended that you visit a NISSAN cer-

tified LEAF dealer to replace the

TPMS sensor in addition to repairing

or replacing the tire.

•

Keep the sealant bottle screwed into

the compressor. Failure to do so can

cause the sealant to spray into the air

and get into your eyes or on the skin.

After repairing tire

It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN

certified LEAF dealer for tire repair/

replacement as soon as possible.

8. Immediately drive the vehicle for 10 min-

utes or 2 miles (3 km) at a speed below

50 mph (80 km/h).

In case of emergency 6-9

JUMP STARTING

To start your EV system with a booster bat-

tery, the instructions and precautions be-

low must be followed.

•

NISSAN recommends using only

Genuine NISSAN Emergency Tire

Sealant provided with your vehicle.

Other tire sealants may damage the

valve stem seal which can cause the

tire to lose air pressure.

•

Keep the 12-volt battery out of the

reach of children.

The booster battery must be rated at

12 volt. Use of an improperly rated

battery can damage your vehicle.

Jump starting provides power to the 12-

volt system to allow the electrical systems

to operate. The electrical systems must be

operating to allow the Li-ion battery to be

charged. Jump starting does not charge

the Li-ion battery. The Li-ion battery must

be charged before the vehicle can be

driven.

•

Whenever working on or near a 12-

volt battery, always wear suitable

eye protectors (for example, goggles

or industrial safety spectacles) and

remove rings, metal bands, or any

other jewelry. Do not lean over the

12-volt battery when jump starting.

WARNING

•

Do not attempt to jump start a frozen

battery. It could explode and cause

serious injury.

•

If done incorrectly, jump starting can

lead to a 12-volt battery explosion,

resulting in severe injury or death. It

could also damage your vehicle.

Your vehicle has an automatic cool-

ing fan. It could come on at any time.

Keep hands and other objects away

from it.

Explosive hydrogen gas is always

present in the vicinity of the 12-volt

battery. Keep all sparks and flames

away from the 12-volt battery.

•

Always follow the instructions below.

Failure to do so could result in dam-

age to the DC/DC converter and

cause personal injury.

Do not allow battery fluid to come

into contact with eyes, skin, clothing

or painted surfaces. Battery fluid is a

corrosive sulfuric acid solution that

can cause severe burns. If the fluid

comes into contact with anything,

immediately flush the contacted

area with water.

Do not attempt to perform a jump

start on the 12-volt battery at the

same time that the Li-ion battery is

being charged. Doing so may dam-

age the vehicle or charging equip-

ment and could cause an injury.

6-10 In case of emergency

CAUTION

LEAF cannot be used as a booster ve-

hicle because it cannot supply enough

power to start a gasoline engine. How-

ever, a gasoline engine vehicle can be

used to jump start LEAF's 12-volt bat-

tery.

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1. If the booster battery is in another ve-

3. Push the P (Park) position switch to

place the vehicle in the P (Park) position.

B

A

hicle

and

, position the two vehicles (

)

O

B

) to bring their 12-volt batteries

O

4. Switch off all unnecessary electrical sys-

tems (headlights, heater, air conditioner,

etc.).

into close proximity to each other.

Do not allow the two vehicles to touch.

2. Apply the parking brake.

5. Place the power switch in the OFF

position.

If the 12-volt battery is discharged, the

power switch cannot be moved from

the OFF position. Connect the jumper

B

6. Ensure vent caps are level and tight.

7. Connect jumper cables in the sequence

cables to the booster vehicle

fore pushing the power switch.

be-

O

1

2

3

4

as illustrated (

→

).

O O O O

In case of emergency 6-11

IF THE LI-ION BATTERY BECOMES

COMPLETELY DISCHARGED

11. If necessary, connect the vehicle to a

charging station or EVSE (Electric Ve-

hicle Supply Equipment) to charge the

Li-ion battery. For additional informa-

tion, refer to the “Charging” section. The

vehicle cannot be driven until the Li-ion

battery is charged.

If the power limitation indicator light

illuminates, the traction motor output is

limited resulting in reduced vehicle speed.

Stop the vehicle in a safe location before

the Li-ion battery becomes completely dis-

charged and no power is available to drive

the vehicle. Contact Roadside assistance;

refer to a NISSAN Warranty Information

Booklet.

CAUTION

•

Always connect positive (+) to posi-

tive (+) and negative (−) to body

ground (for example, as illustrated),

not to the 12-volt battery.

Make sure the jumper cables do not

touch moving parts in the motor

compartment and that the cable

clamps do not contact any other

metal.

12. After jump starting your vehicle it is rec-

ommended you visit a NISSAN certified

LEAF dealer to have the 12V battery

tested.

If possible, place the power switch in the

OFF position while waiting for assistance to

prevent discharging the 12-volt battery.

8. Start the engine of the booster vehicle

NOTE:

B

.

O

NOTE:

If it is not possible to turn the system ON

by following this procedure, it is recom-

mended that you visit a NISSAN certified

LEAF dealer immediately.

B

9. While the booster vehicle

engine is

O

If the Li-ion battery becomes completely

discharged:

running, place the EV system in the

READY to drive position.

• The vehicle is automatically placed in

the ON position and it will not be pos-

sible to switch to the READY to drive

position.

CAUTION

If the system does not start right away,

push the power switch to the OFF posi-

tion and wait 10 seconds before trying

again.

• The vehicle is automatically switched

to the N (Neutral) position and it will not

be possible to drive the vehicle.

10. After starting your EV system, carefully

disconnect the negative cable and

4

3

2

then the positive cable (

→

O

1

→

) and keep in the READY to drive

position over 20 minutes to charge the

12-volt battery.

O

6-12 In case of emergency

PUSH STARTING

TOWING YOUR VEHICLE

Do not attempt to start the system by

pushing the vehicle.

When towing your vehicle, all State (Provin-

cial in Canada) and local regulations for

towing must be followed.

WARNING

If the vehicle is in the N (Neutral) posi-

tion and the Li-ion battery and the 12-

volt battery become completely dis-

charged, the vehicle cannot be placed

in the P (Park) position. If this occurs,

place suitable blocks at both the front

and back of a wheel to prevent the ve-

hicle from moving. Failure to block a

wheel may allow the vehicle to move

unexpectedly which may result in seri-

ous personal injury or death.

CAUTION

Incorrect towing equipment could dam-

age your vehicle. Towing instructions are

available from a NISSAN certified LEAF

dealer. Local service operators are familiar

with the applicable laws and procedures

for towing. To assure proper towing and to

prevent accidental damage to your vehicle,

NISSAN recommends that you have a ser-

vice operator tow your vehicle. It is advis-

able to have the service operator carefully

read the following precautions.

An EV cannot be push-started or tow-

started. Attempting to do so may cause

traction motor damage.

To place the vehicle in the READY to drive

position so the vehicle can be driven,

charge the Li-ion battery until the driving

range on the instrument panel changes

from “---” to a numeric distance.

WARNING

•

Never ride in a vehicle that is being

towed.

Never get under your vehicle after it

has been lifted by a tow truck.

NOTE:

• Some vibration may occur when the

vehicle is stopped in case the Li-ion

battery becomes completely dis-

charged. This is not the malfunction of

the system.

CAUTION

•

When towing, make sure that the ax-

les, steering system and power train

are in working condition. If any unit is

damaged, dollies must be used.

• If the Li-ion battery is completely dis-

charged, it is required to charge until

the low battery charge warning light

turns off (white) from on (yellow).

Always attach safety chains before

towing.

In case of emergency 6-13

For additional information about towing

your vehicle behind a Recreational Vehicle

(RV), refer to “Flat towing” in the “Technical

and consumer information” section of this

manual.

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TOWING RECOMMENDED BY

NISSAN

CAUTION

•

Never tow with the front wheels on

the ground or four wheels on the

ground (forward or backward), as

this may cause serious and expen-

sive damage to the motor.

NISSAN recommends that your vehicle be

towed with the driving (front) wheels off the

ground or that the vehicle be placed on a

flatbed truck as illustrated.

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3. Turn the steering wheel left and right to

clear an area around the front tires.

•

When towing this vehicle with the

rear wheels on the ground (if you do

not use towing dollies): Always re-

lease the parking brake.

•

Tow chains or cables must be at-

tached only to main structural mem-

bers of the vehicle.

4. Slowly rock the vehicle forward and

backward.

•

Do not use the vehicle tie-downs to

tow or free a stuck vehicle.

• Shift back and forth between the R

(Reverse) and D (Drive) positions.

NOTE:

Only use devices specifically de-

signed for vehicle recovery and fol-

low the manufacturer’s instructions.

If your vehicle cannot be moved because

the vehicle cannot be shifted to the N

(Neutral) position, please refer to the

LEAF Roadside Assistance Guide which is

located at www.NISSANUSA.com. If your

vehicle cannot be moved because the

parking brake cannot be released, refer

to “Parking brake” in the “Starting and

driving” section of this manual.

• Apply the accelerator as little as pos-

sible to maintain the rocking motion.

•

Always pull the recovery device

straight out from the front of the ve-

hicle. Never pull at an angle.

• Release the accelerator pedal before

shifting between R (Reverse) and D

(Drive).

Route recovery devices so they do

not touch any part of the vehicle ex-

cept the attachment point.

• Do not spin the tires above 35 mph (55

km/h).

5. If the vehicle cannot be freed after a few

tries, contact a professional towing ser-

vice to remove the vehicle.

If your vehicle is stuck in sand, snow, mud,

etc., use a tow strap or other device de-

signed specifically for vehicle recovery. Al-

ways follow the manufacturer’s instruc-

tions for the recovery device.

VEHICLE RECOVERY (freeing a

stuck vehicle)

WARNING

To avoid vehicle damage, serious per-

sonal injury or death when recovering a

stuck vehicle:

Rocking a stuck vehicle

If the vehicle is stuck in sand, snow, mud,

etc., try to free it by following the procedure

below.

•

Contact a professional towing ser-

vice to recover the vehicle if you have

any questions regarding the recov-

ery procedure.

1. Turn off the Vehicle Dynamic Control

(VDC) system.

2. Make sure the area in front and behind

the vehicle is clear of obstructions.

In case of emergency 6-15

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