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Chapter 2. SAfETY rEQUIrEmENTS AND WArNINGS
SAFETY REqUIREMEnTS
1. When operating a motor vehicle, it is necessary to observe road
traffic regulations and safety requirements and keep a motor vehicle in
good repair, timely carrying out its maintenance and correcting possible
malfunctions in order not to injure yourself and others.
2. The driver is responsible for passengers. Therefore, the driver
shall control that passengers observe safety rules. Be especially careful
when children are in a motor vehicle. Do not leave children unattended
in a motor vehicle.
3. It is prohibited to turn ignition off and remove the key from the
ignition starter switch while driving a motor vehicle. Engine stoppage
will lead to braking capacity reduction, and the steering system shaft
is blocked by anti-hijack device when removing the key, and the motor
vehicle becomes uncontrollable.
4. When getting off a motor vehicle, do not leave door and ignition
keys inside it.
5. Before opening a door ensure that it will not be a hindrance for
other road users.
Before closing a door, make sure it will not catch someone or something.
It is prohibited to drive a motor vehicle with any door or tail board
opened.
Check operability and reliability of bodyshell doors and tail board
locking mechanisms before driving.
6. Safety belts are efficient means of driver and passengers
protection against drastic consequences of traffic accidents.
Use of safety belts is mandatory!
7. Worn or damaged tires, underpressure or overpressure in them,
warped wheels or weak wheel fastening can cause car accident.
8. If steering system or brake system do not work properly, further
motor vehicle driving or towing with a tow-rope is not allowed. In this
case you shall use two wheel vehicle towing or tow truck service.
9. It is strictly prohibited to disassemble shock absorbers.
10. To avoid carbon monoxide poisoning, do not warm up the engine
in a closed room without good ventilation.
