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Do not lay multiple oor mats or carpets
on top of one another.
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WARNING
ARNING Risk of accident due to incor-
rect footwear
Incorrect footwear includes, for example:
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Shoes with platform soles
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Shoes with high heels
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Slippers
There is a risk of an accident.
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Always wear suitable footwear so that
you can operate the pedals safely.
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WARNING
ARNING Risk of accident if the ignition is
switched o while driving
If you switch o the ignition while driving,
safety functions are restricted or no longer
available.
This may a ect the power steering system and
the brake force boosting, for example.
You will need to use considerably more force
to steer and brake, for example.
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Do not switch o the ignition while driv-
ing.
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DDAN
ANGER
GER Risk of death caused by exhaust
gases
Combustion engines emit poisonous exhaust
gases such as carbon monoxide. Inhaling these
exhaust gases is hazardous to health and leads
to poisoning.
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Never leave the engine or, if present, the
auxiliary heating running in an enclosed
space without su cient ventilation.
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DDAN
ANGER
GER Risk of fatal injury due to poison-
ous exhaust gases
If the tailpipe is blocked or su cient ventilation
is not possible, poisonous exhaust gases such
as carbon monoxide may enter the vehicle.
This is the case when the vehicle becomes
stuck in snow, for example.
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Keep the tailpipe and the area around the
vehicle free from snow when the engine
or the stationary heater are running.
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Open a window on the side of the vehicle
facing away from the wind to ensure an
adequate supply of fresh air.
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WARNING
ARNING Risk of accident and injury due
to being under the in uence of alcohol and
drugs while driving
Drinking and driving and/or taking drugs and
driving are very dangerous combinations. Even
a small amount of alcohol or drugs can a ect
your re exes, perceptions and judgment.
The possibility of a serious or even fatal acci-
dent are greatly increased when you drink or
take drugs and drive.
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Do not drink or take drugs and drive or
allow anyone to drive who has been
drinking or taking drugs.
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WARNING
ARNING Risk of accident and injury from
operating mobile communications equip-
ment
If you operate mobile communication equip-
ment when driving, you will be distracted from
the tra c situation. This could also cause you
to lose control of the vehicle.
The probability of a serious or even fatal acci-
dent increases greatly if you operate mobile
communication equipment when driving.
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Only operate mobile communication
equipment when the vehicle is stationary.
For your own safety, always observe the following
points when operating mobile communications
equipment:
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Observe the legal requirements for the country
in which you are driving.
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While driving, only operate mobile communica-
tions equipment when the tra c conditions
permit it. You may otherwise be distracted
from the tra c conditions and cause an acci-
dent, injuring yourself and others.
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WARNING
ARNING Risk of accident due to over-
heated brake system
If you rest your foot on the brake pedal during
while driving, the brake system may overheat.
This increases the braking distance and the
brake system may even fail.
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Never use the brake pedal as a footrest.
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