13.6.1. Using a warning triangle
Assemble and set out a warning triangle if your car is immobilised in an area where there might be other
vehicles. The warning triangle's purpose is to give other drivers advance notice of your car or other stationary
hazards.
The folded warning triangle in its case.
Note
Local rules and regulations
Rules and regulations about how and when to put out a warning triangle vary between regions. You are responsible for
knowing and following what applies in your location.
Tip
If it's dark when you set out the warning triangle, wear a reflective vest if you have one in the car. If you don't have
one, you can hold the warning triangle so that its reflective parts are visible as you carry it.
You can use the case as a reminder to retrieve the warning triangle when you leave by placing it on the driver's seat.
Activate the hazard warning lights.
1
Take out the warning triangle from the case, unfold it and connect its ends.
2
Fold out the triangle's support legs.
3
Position the warning triangle in a suitable place in regard to traffic and at a distance which ensures that other drivers are
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alerted in good time before they reach your car.
Remember to retrieve the warning triangle before you drive off again.
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