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If you suspect damaged sensors or cameras, seek
the help of a specialist company.
When handling the 12-volt vehicle battery, eye and
skin protection must be worn.
Do not tilt the 12-volt vehicle battery, as it may
leak battery acid.
If battery acid comes into contact with skin, wash
the affected areas with water for a few minutes.
Seek medical assistance without delay.
Do not charge a frozen or thawed 12-volt vehicle
battery. Replace a frozen 12-volt vehicle battery.
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Engine compartment
Before opening the engine compartment flap
Risk of scalding! Do not open the engine compart-
ment flap if steam or coolant comes out of the en-
gine compartment.
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Do not use a damaged 12-volt vehicle battery.
Short circuit! The battery poles of the 12-volt vehi-
cle battery are not connected.
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Stop the engine and allow it to cool.
Remove the ignition key. On vehicles with a key-
less locking system, open the driver's door.
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When working in the engine compartment
Use electrical sockets in the vehicle
Keep children away from the engine compartment.
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Do not touch the radiator fan. The radiator fan can
turn itself on, even when the ignition is off.
Do not touch electrical cables. Avoid short circuits
in the electrical system, especially on the 12 Volt
vehicle battery.
Do not smoke near the vicinity of the engine and
refrain from handling open flames or sparks.
If you need to work in the engine compartment
with the engine running, be mindful of rotating en-
gine parts and electrical equipment.
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Improper handling of the sockets may lead to life-
threatening electric shock or a fire.
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The sockets can become warm during operation.
Do not touch warm sockets.
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Protect sockets from liquids.
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If moisture does manage to get into the power
socket, completely dry out the socket before re-
use.
Do not insert any objects into the socket contacts.
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Do not leave any objects in the engine compart-
ment.
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Before your journey
Adults and children, cargo and objects - everything
has its place in the vehicle. Observe the following in-
structions so that all occupants are protected in the
best possible way in the event of an accident.
Handling operating fluids
Your vehicle uses various operating fluids to operate
that can affect health or the environment when they
are emitted. These are fuel, oils, battery acid from
the 12-volt vehicle battery, coolant and brake fluid.
Before you go
Ensure that you have a good view of outside the
vehicle. Attach external devices (e.g. navigation
system) so that they do not restrict the view exter-
nally.
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Only use operating fluids outdoors or in well-venti-
lated areas. If required, wear protective equipment.
Do not use or check operating fluids with the en-
gine running.
In the event of contact with operating fluids, wash
affected areas with warm water. If required, seek
medical help.
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Adjust the rearview mirrors.
Close all doors and the engine compartment and
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boot flap.
Take up the correct sitting position, adjust the
seats correctly and fasten the seat belt properly.
Ensure that passengers do likewise. Always leave
the seat belt on while driving.
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The leaked engine oil in the engine compartment
can cause a fire, so wipe it off with a cloth.
Store cloths soiled by brake fluids in a well-ventila-
ted place until disposal. Cloths with residues of en-
gine oil can ignite and cause a fire.
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Only one person can be secured with a seat belt.
Make sure that the seat belts are not trapped, e.g.
in the door or in the seat.
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Check seat belts, their locks and attachment points
for damage.
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12 volt vehicle battery
Handling the 12-volt vehicle battery
The battery acid of the 12-volt vehicle battery is
very caustic. Improper handling of the 12 volt vehicle
battery can cause an explosion, fire, chemical burns
or poisoning!
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