If a Crash Occurs
If there has been an injury, call emergency services for help. Do not leave the scene of a crash until all matters have been taken care of. Move the vehicle only if its position puts you in danger, or you are instructed to move it by a police officer.
Give only the necessary information to police and other parties involved in the crash.
For emergency towing see Roadside Assistance Program .
Gather the following information:
- Driver name, address, and telephone number.
- Driver license number.
- Owner name, address, and telephone number.
- Vehicle license plate number.
- Vehicle make, model, and model year.
- Vehicle Identification Number (VIN).
- Insurance company and policy number.
- General description of the damage to the other vehicle.
Choose a reputable repair facility that uses quality replacement parts. See “Collision Parts” earlier in this section.
If the airbag has inflated, see What Will You See after an Airbag Inflates? .
See also:
Winter Tires
Consider installing winter tires on the vehicle if frequent driving on snow or
ice covered roads is expected. All season tires provide good overall performance
on most surfaces, but they may not o ...
At Least Once a Year
Starter Switch Check
CAUTION:
When you are doing this inspection, the
vehicle could move suddenly. If the
vehicle moves, you or others could be
injured.
1. Before you start, be sure you have e ...
Lower Anchors
Lower anchors (A) are metal bars built into the vehicle. There are two lower
anchors for each LATCH seating position that will accommodate a child restraint
with lower attachments (B). ...