What to do in an emergency
cluding such information as vehicle location, vehicle type, VIN (vehicle identification
number of the vehicle).
Once the data which is stored in the UAE eCall system is delivered to the rescue cen
tre to assist the driver and passengers with proper rescue operations, the data will be
deleted after rescue operation is completed.
Description of the eCall in-vehicle system
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1 SOS Button
2 Crash signal
3 Emergency Call System
4 Antenna
5 MIC
6 Speaker
7 LEDs
Overview of the 999-based eCall in-vehicle system, its operation and functionalities:
refer to this section. The 999-based eCall service is a public service of general interest
and is accessible free of charge.
The 999-based eCall in-vehicle system is activated by default. It is activated automati
cally by means of in- vehicle sensors in the event of a severe accident.
It will also be triggered automatically when the vehicle is equipped with a TPS system
which does not function in the event of a severe accident.
The 999-based eCall in-vehicle system can also be triggered manually, if needed. In
structions for manual activation of the system: refer to this section.
In the event of a critical system failure that would disable the 999-based eCall in-ve
hicle system, the following warning will be given to the occupants of the vehicle: refer
to this section.
Information on data processing
Any processing of personal data through the 999-based eCall in-vehicle system shall
comply with the personal data protection rules provided for in Directives 95/46/EC
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and 2002/58/EC
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of the European Parliament and of the Council, and in particular,
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10) Directive 95/46/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 24 October 1995 on the pro
tection of individuals with regard to the processing of personal data and on the free movement of
such data (OJ L 281, 23.11.1995, p. 31).
11) Directive 2002/58/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 12 July 2002 concerning
the processing of personal data and the protection of privacy in the electronic communications
sector (Directive on privacy and electronic communications) (OJ L 201, 31.7.2002, p. 37).
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