If the airbags or the belt tensioners trigger in the
event of an accident, the high-voltage system is au-
tomatically deactivated at the same time.
Safety systems
After an accident, the safety systems of the vehicle,
e.g. seatbelts and airbag system, may be out of ac-
tion.
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Have the vehicle's safety systems checked by a
specialist garage, even if no load or trip has occur-
red.
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Have damaged, loaded or triggered components of
the safety systems replaced by a specialist garage.
What to do in the event of a fire
Where possible, please observe the following in-
structions.
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Switch o the ignition.
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Turn on the hazard warning lights.
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Set up the warning triangle to warn other road
users.
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Stay at a safe distance from the vehicle, along with
any passengers.
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Report the fire to the emergency services and in-
form them that it concerns a vehicle with a high-
voltage battery.
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Wait for the emergency services to arrive.
WARNING
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Do not try to extinguish the fire yourself.
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Do not stand close to the burning vehicle.
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