Safety Checks
Get in the habit of conducting periodic safety checks to make sure your vehicle is in good operating condition. This includes checking:
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Tires
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Lights
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Belts
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Hoses
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Fluids
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Windshield Wipers
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Safety reminder: Move over or slow down for emergency vehicles - This is a Montana State Law.
Emergency Numbers
Program your cellphone with emergency numbers, including that of your roadside assistance provider, and keep a backup written list in your glove department.
Emergency Kit
Always carry a well-stocked emergency kit and familiarize yourself with the use of the flares, warning triangles,
What to do when trouble strikes
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Pull off the road ​
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If unable to move to the side of the road, switch on safety hazards.
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Note your vehicle's location.
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Assess the problem.
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Alert other drivers by making sure your vehicle is visable.
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If you have a cellphone, communicate your situation and call for help.
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Remain with the vehicle.