VW Tiguan owners manual page 284

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Rollover warning ¤ Please first read and note the introductory information and heed the WARNINGS A vehicle's center of gravity affects its rollover characteristics. Since vehicle has higher ground clearance for off-road driving, its center of gravity is also higher than that of “standard” passenger cars. The higher center of gravity increases the risk of vehicle rollover while driving. Always keep this in mind when driving. Heed the safety information and warnings in this Manual. WARNING Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than other types of vehicles. x In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is significantly more likely to die than a person wearing a safety belt. x Your vehicle has a higher center of gravity and an increased risk of rollover while divring than a standard passenger vehicle that is not suitable for occasional off-road use. x Never drive too fast, particularly through curves, and never attempt extreme driving maneuvers. x Always adjust your speed and driving style to road, terrain, traffic, and weather conditions. x Transporting luggage or other objects on top of your vehicle raises the center of gravity and can further increase the risk of rollover. x Always avoid driving crosswise on a slope⇒ Driving crosswise on a slope. x If stopped crosswise on a slope, never get out of the vehicle using the doors that face downhill. The combined center of gravity of the vehicle and its contents (passengers and load) can shift, causing the vehicle to tip over and roll down the slope. Always exit the vehicle calmly using the doors that face uphill ⇒ Driving crosswise on a slope. Before driving off-road ¤ Please first read and note the introductory information and heed the WARNINGS Checklist: Review before every off-road trip! For your own safety and that of your passengers, carry out each of the following steps in the order listed before every off-road trip ⇒ : d Inform yourself thoroughly before exploring nature and the terrain you plan to visit. d Do not plan extensive day trips. Consider the increased fuel consumption during off-road driving. d Fill the fuel tank completely. Off-road driving consumes significantly more fuel than driving on the road. d Check whether the tires are suitable for the off-road trip you are planning. For difficult terrain, always use special off-road tires. d Check, and if necessary correct, the cold tire inflation pressure in all tires, including the collapsible spare tire (if any). d Fill engine oil up to the MAX mark so the engine can be properly lubricated. This is especially important when driving through potholes and up and down hills. d Completely refill the windshield washer reservoir with water and window washer fluid. d Install a towing eye in the front and back of the vehicle. Once the vehicle gets stuck, it may no longer be possible to install a towing eye.

owners manual VW Tiguan

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