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See that all windows are clear and
unobstructed.
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Check air intake slots and area between
engine compartment lid and windshield.
Ensure that these areas are free of snow and
ice, so the heater and the windshield wipers
work properly.
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If a child will be riding in the vehicle, check
child seat/child seat restraint system to ensure
that restraints are properly adjusted.
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Check all exterior and interior lights for
operation and that the lenses are clean.
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Check the headlights for proper aim, and if
necessary, have them adjusted.
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Check under the vehicle for leaks.
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Be sure all luggage is stowed securely.
Emergency equipment
It is good practice to carry emergency equipment
in your vehicle.
Some of the items you should have are: window
scraper, snow brush, container or bag of sand or
salt, emergency light, small shovel, first-aid kit,
etc.
In the driver’s seat…
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Check operation of the horn.
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Position seat for easy reach of foot pedals and
controls. To reduce the possibility of injury
from the airbag deployment, you should
always sit back as far from the steering wheel
as is practical, while still maintaining full
vehicle control.
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Adjust the headrest so that the upper edge of
the headrest is brought to eye level or higher.
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Adjust the inside and outside rear view mirrors.
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Buckle your safety belts.
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Check operation of the foot and electric
parking brake.
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Check all warning and indicator lights with
ignition on and engine not running.
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Start engine and check all warning displays for
warning symbols.
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Never leave an idling car unattended.
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Lock doors from inside, especially with
children in the car to prevent inadvertent
opening of doors from inside or outside. Drive
with doors locked.
On the road…
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Never drive after you have consumed alcohol
or drugs.
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Always have your safety belt fastened.
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Always drive defensively.
Expect the unexpected.
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Use signals to indicate turns and lane changes.
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Turn on headlights at dusk or when the driving
conditions warrant it.
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Always keep a safe distance from the vehicle in
front of you, depending on traffic, road and
weather conditions.
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Reduce speed at night and during inclement
weather.
Driving in wet weather requires caution and
reduced speeds, particularly on roads with
standing water, as the handling characteristics
of the vehicle may be impaired due to hydro-
planing of the tires.
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Always observe speed limits and obey road
signs and traffic laws.
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When tired, get well off the road, stop and take
a rest. Turn the engine off. Do not sit in the
vehicle with engine idling.
Please see the chapter “ENGINE EXHAUST” on
page 2.
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When parked, always put the electric parking
brake on
and
put the gearshift lever in neutral
or the Tiptronic selector lever in position
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On hills also turn the front wheels toward the
curb.
