The 12 V vehicle battery will drain if the emergency flashers remain on for a long period of time, even if the ignition is switched off.
Depending on vehicle equipment, the brake lights may blink quickly if you brake hard while driving at speeds above approx. 50 mph (approx. 80 km/h) or
brake the vehicle to a complete stop. This is done to warn traffic behind your vehicle. If the braking continues, the emergency flashers will switch on automatically
when the vehicle speed is below approx. 6 mph (approx. 10 km/h). The emergency flashers will switch off automatically when you accelerate.
Emergency equipment
First aid kit
Depending on the country and the vehicle equipment, the first aid kit may be located in a storage compartment, in a holder in the luggage compartment, under the
luggage compartment floor, or in the vehicle interior.
The first aid kit must meet the legal regulations.
Note the expiration date of the contents.
Replace contents after use, if necessary, and put the first aid kit securely back into place.
Warning triangle
Fig. 43 Underneath the load sill: holder for the warning triangle.
Depending on the country and the vehicle equipment, the warning triangle may be in a holder underneath the loading edge fig. 43.
1. Press on both catches of the holder.
2. Open the catches and remove the sleeve of the warning triangle.
3. After use, store the warning triangle back in the sleeve, insert the sleeve back into the holder and lock it.
The warning triangle must meet the legal regulations.
Reflective vest
Depending on the country and the vehicle equipment, the safety vest may be located in a storage compartment in the front door trim panel or in the glove
compartment ⇒ Driver door, ⇒ Passenger’s side.
The reflective vest must meet the legal regulations.
Fire extinguisher
Depending on the vehicle equipment and country of use, a fire extinguisher may be located in a holder in the footwell under the front passenger seat.
The fire extinguisher must meet the legal regulations, always be ready to operate, and be checked regularly – see inspection seal on the fire extinguisher.
WARNING
Objects that are loose or secured incorrectly can be thrown around the vehicle interior during sudden driving or braking maneuvers or in a collision and cause
serious injuries.
Always position the first aid kit, warning triangle and fire extinguisher securely in the holders provided in the vehicle.
Store the reflective vest in a storage compartment so that it is easy to access.
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