12-6 In an emergency
Should a mechanical breakdown occur, slow your
vehicle while being alert to other vehicles. Pull off
the road at a place where you do not hinder the flow
of traffic.
NOTE:
If the engine shuts down, do not attempt to move
the vehicle using only the starter.
1 Vehicle visibility
After you have pulled off the road, alert other drivers
so that they do not hit your vehicle.
• Turn on the hazard warning flashers.
• Set up a reflective triangle or flare behind the
vehicle.
2 Repair
Check the cause of the breakdown. If you judge it
readily repairable, fix it while remaining alert to traf-
fic. If you are unable to repair it, call an authorized
Sterling service facility for help.
Emergency stops
WARNING
• Do not stop your vehicle in a tunnel. This
could cause a serious personal injury or
death. Drive out of the tunnel whenever
possible.
• Be sure to chock the wheels after stopping
the vehicle. Do not rely solely on the park-
ing brake. The vehicle may roll and cause
a serious personal injury.
WARNING
Never attempt to perform repairs on an
expressway or in a tunnel. This could cause a
serious personal injury.
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