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Safe driving
Therefore, information is provided about why this equipment is so important,
how it protects you, what you have to observe when using it and how you and
your passengers can achieve the greatest possible benefit from the safety
equipment fitted. This manual includes important warnings that you and your
passengers should observe in order to reduce the risk of injury.
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Instruct passengers to adjust the head restraints according to
their height.
Protect children with appropriate child seats and properly
applied seat belts ⇒ page 43.
Safety is everyone's business!
Assume the correct sitting position. Instruct your passengers
also to assume a proper sitting position ⇒ page 9.
Always fasten your seat belt correctly before driving off. Instruct
your passengers also to fasten their seat belts properly.
⇒ page 17.
Before every trip
The driver bears the responsibility for his passengers and the
operational worthiness of the vehicle.
For your own safety and the safety of your passengers, always note
the following points before every trip:
What affects driving safety?
Driving safety is largely determined by your driving style and
the personal behaviour of all occupants.
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Ensure that the vehicle's lights and turn signals operate flaw-
lessly.
As driver, you are responsible for yourself and your passengers.
When your concentration or driving safety is affected, you endanger
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Check tyre pressure.
Ensure that all windows provide a clear and good view of the
surroundings.
yourself as well as others on the road ⇒
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Do not allow yourself to be distracted from the traffic around you,
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Securely restrain all parcels ⇒ page 15.
e.g. by passengers or telephone conversations.
Make sure that no objects can interfere with the pedals.
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Never drive when your driving ability is impaired (e.g. by medica-
tion, alcohol, drugs).
Adjust front seat, head restraint and mirrors properly for your
size.
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Observe traffic laws and speed limits.
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Ensure that the passenger in the central rear seat always has the
Always reduce your speed as appropriate for road, traffic and
weather conditions.
head restraint in position.
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