Locking the doors and windows

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Remove unnecessary cargo
Additional weight increases fuel consumption. ...

Sitting safely
The ideal seating position can make a vital contribution to relaxed, fatigue-free driving. The seating position plays an important role in an accident in combination with: ▷ Safety belts. ...

Checking the coolant level
1. Do not open the hood until the engine has cooled down. 2. Turn the expansion tank cap counterclockwise slightly to allow any accumulated pressure to escape; then continue turning to open. ...