When pushing the vehicle by hand, make sure that you do not apply any pressure to the taillights, large sheet
metal surfaces and side or rear spoilers.
Checklist of what to do after an accident
In the event of an accident, for your own safety and the safety of your passengers, follow the points below in the order in whic
they are given:
1. Switch the ignition off.
2. Switch on the emergency flashers
⇒ Center console.
3. Set up the warning triangle to warn others on the road about the vehicle.
4. Have all vehicle occupants exit the vehicle on the side facing away from traffic and move to a safe area, such as behind a
guard rail. Provide first aid and follow the local regulations regarding wearing a reflective vest.
5. Report the accident to the fire department.
6. Wait at the location of the accident for the rescue services to arrive.
Switch on the emergency flashers in the following situations, for example:
To warn traffic behind your vehicle if the traffic ahead slows suddenly or you reach the end of a traffic jam.
If there has been an accident.
If the vehicle malfunctions.
When towing the vehicle.
Always follow the applicable local requirements for use of the emergency flashers.
If the emergency flashers do not work, others on the road must be informed about the stalled vehicle in some other way that
meets the applicable legal regulations.
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. 80 km/h (approx. 50 mph) 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.
10 km/h (approx. 6 mph). 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
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