Correct and safe › Improper vehicle adjustments 23
Are the windscreen wiper blades in good condition?
Are all seatbelt system components in good working order?
Are the seatbelts clean and have the buckles been unclogged?
Is the spoiler working properly?
Are parts and components of the vehicle still visibly attached?
Are there no stains or operating fluids under the vehicle?
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Space under the front flap
Before opening the front flap
Risk of scalding! Do not open the front flap if steam or coolant
comes out of the engine compartment.
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Switch off the ignition.
Open the driver door.
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Components of the high-voltage system, for example the or-
ange-coloured high-voltage cable, are undamaged?
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When working in the space under the front flap
Keep children away from the space under the front flap.
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Follow the safety instructions listed in the chapter relating to
the high-voltage system » page 193, What you should be
mindful of.
Do not touch electrical cables. Avoid short circuits in the elec-
trical system and in the 12 Volt vehicle battery.
Do not smoke near the vicinity of the front flap and refrain
from handling open flames or sparks.
Do not leave any objects in the space under the front flap.
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Improper vehicle adjustments
Improper changes and maintenance can cause malfunctions and
affect safety-relevant and other functions of the vehicle.
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Adjustments, repairs and technical changes to the vehicle
should only be carried out by a specialist garage.
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Keep sensors and cameras functional
Handling operating fluids
Some functions of your vehicle are supported by sensors and
cameras inside and outside the vehicle.
Your vehicle uses various operating fluids to operate that can af-
fect health or the environment when they are emitted. It con-
sists of battery acid from the 12 volt vehicle battery, coolant and
brake fluid.
Accessories additionally installed on the vehicle rear, such as bi-
cycle carriers, can impair the functioning of the sensors and
cameras.
Only use operating fluids outdoors or in well-ventilated areas.
If required, wear protective equipment.
Do not check and use operating fluids with the ignition switch-
ed on.
Do not cover or stick over the sensors and cameras and keep
them clean.
If you suspect damaged sensors or cameras, seek the help of a
specialist company.
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In the event of contact with operating fluids, wash affected
areas with warm water. If required, seek medical help.
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