Topic: Right of way · Nº 40 / 403

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Si por necesidades de la circulación su vehículo queda detenido en un paso inferior deberá...

If, because of traffic, your vehicle is stopped in an underpass, you must...

  • AApagar el motor, conectar la señal de emergencia y mantener encendidas las luces de posición.Switch off the engine, switch on the hazard warning lights and keep the sidelights on.
  • BAbandonar el vehículo dirigiéndome rápidamente al refugio o salida más próxima.Leave the vehicle and go quickly to the nearest emergency shelter or exit.
  • CApagar todos los sistemas eléctricos.Switch off all electrical systems.
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  • AApagar el motor, conectar la señal de emergencia y mantener encendidas las luces de posición.Switch off the engine, switch on the hazard warning lights and keep the sidelights on.
Explanation

If a vehicle is brought to a standstill inside a tunnel or underpass because of traffic: - The driver and passengers must not leave the vehicle. - In this case, the hazard warning lights must be switched on for a while to warn drivers behind. - The sidelights must be kept on. - The engine must be switched off. - The vehicle must be kept as far as possible from the vehicle in front.

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