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Hazardous fluids
Not just fuel – engine and transmission oil, battery
acid, coolant and brake fluid are also hazardous to
health.
e Only work on the vehicle in the open or in
well-ventilated spaces.
e Label fluid containers appropriately and store
out of reach of children.
e Dispose of residues in an environmentally
friendly manner and in accordance with
regulations.
Engine oil can ignite. Cloths containing residues of
engine oil that are thrown away or stored without
ventilation can ignite by themselves and cause a
fire.
e Soak up spilled engine oil with cloths.
e Keep cloths saturated with engine oil in a
ventilated place until they are disposed of.
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Toxic exhaust gases
Exhaust gas contains colourless and odourless
carbon monoxide, which is toxic even in low
concentrations.
e Switch off the engine when the vehicle is
stationary. Never leave the engine running
unnecessarily in confined spaces.
e Perform work with the engine running only in
the open or with suitable extraction systems
for the exhaust gases.
Parking the vehicle safely
If the vehicle is not parked correctly, it can roll
away uncontrolled, endangering people or
causing material damage.
Before you leave the vehicle:
e Activate the electric parking brake.
e Vehicles with PDK: Move the selector lever to
position P.
If selector-lever position P is flashing in the
instrument panel, the parking lock is not
correctly engaged. In this case, move the
selector lever to position R, then move it to
position P once more.
e Vehicles with manual transmission: Engage
first or reverse gear.
The exhaust system is very hot when the engine is
running and for a while after the engine has
stopped. Risk of burns and fire!
e Do not park your vehicle in places where
combustible materials, such as dry grass or
leaves, can come into contact with the hot
exhaust system.
e If you are standing behind the vehicle, maintain
a safe distance from the tailpipes.
e Make sure that children do not burn
themselves on the tailpipes.
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