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when driving, you could be distracted from
the traffic situation. This could also cause
you to lose control of the vehicle. There is a
risk of an accident.
Only operate this equipment when the
traffic situation permits. If you cannot be
sure of this, stop the vehicle paying atten-
tion to road and traffic conditions and
operate the equipment with the vehicle
stationary.
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WARNING
Modifications to electronic components,
their software as well as wiring could
affect their function and/or the operation
of other networked components. This could
in particular also be the case for systems
relevant to safety. They might not function
properly anymore and/or jeopardise the
operational safety of the vehicle. There is
an increased risk of an accident and injury.
Do not attempt to modify the wiring as well
as electronic components or their software.
Always have work on electrical and elec-
tronic components carried out at a quali-
fied specialist workshop.
If you fail to adapt your driving style or if you
are inattentive, the driving safety systems
can neither reduce the risk of accident nor
override the laws of physics. Driving safety
systems are merely aids designed to assist
driving. The driver is responsible for keeping
a safe distance from the vehicle in front, for
vehicle speed, for braking in good time and
for staying in lane. The driving style should
always be adjusted to the current street and
weather conditions. An adequate safe dis-
tance must be maintained at all times.
You must observe the legal requirements for
the country in which you are currently driv-
ing when operating information systems and
communication devices integrated into the
vehicle.
If you make any changes to the vehicle elec-
tronics, the general operating permit is ren-
dered invalid.
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There is a risk of damage to the vehicle if:
the vehicle becomes stuck, e.g. on a high
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kerb or an unpaved road
you drive too fast over an obstacle, e.g. a
R
kerb, a speed bump or a pothole in the
road
a heavy object strikes the underbody or
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parts of the chassis
In situations like this, the body, the under-
body, chassis parts, wheels or tyres could
be damaged without the damage being
visible. Components damaged in this way
can unexpectedly fail or, in the case of an
accident, no longer withstand the strain
they are designed to.
In such situations, have the vehicle
checked and repaired immediately at a
qualified specialist workshop. If on con-
tinuing your journey you notice that driv-
ing safety is impaired, pull over and stop
the vehicle immediately, paying attention
to road and traffic conditions. In such
cases, consult a qualified specialist work-
shop.
The multimedia device is equipped with
technical provisions to protect it against
theft. Further information is available from
any smart centre.
The functionality of a roof aerial (radio, DAB)
may be impaired if roof carriers are used.
Metallised retrofit film on windows may also
affect radio and GPS reception and have a
negative impact on all other aerial functions
in the vehicle interior.
Declarations of conformity
Electromagnetic compatibility
The electromagnetic compatibility of the
vehicle components has been checked and
certified according to the currently valid
version of Regulation ECE-R 10.
Declaration of conformity for two-way
radio systems according to Directive
2014/53/EU
The components of the vehicle that receive
and/or transmit radio waves are compliant
with the basic requirements and all other