Subaru 2005 Forester 2.5X - Manual (Page 13)

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ing, we urge you not to take illegal drugs in the first
place and to seek treatment if you are addicted to
those drugs.
„ Driving when tired or sleepy
When you are tired or sleepy, your reaction will
be delayed and your perception, judgment and
attentiveness will be impaired. If you drive
when tired or sleepy, your, your passengers’
and other persons’ chances of being involved
in a serious accident may increase.
Please do not continue to drive but instead find a safe
place to rest if you are tired or sleepy. On long trips,
you should make periodic rest stops to refresh your-
self before continuing on your journey. When possible,
you should share the driving with others.
„ Modification of your vehicle
Your vehicle should not be modified. Modifica-
tion could affect its performance, safety or du-
rability, and may even violate governmental
regulations. In addition, damage or perfor-
mance problems resulting from modification
may not be covered under warranties.
„ Car phone/cell phone and driving
Do not use a car phone/cell phone while driv-
ing; it may distract your attention from driving
and can lead to an accident. If you use a car
phone/cell phone, pull off the road and park in
the safe place before using your phone. In
some States/Provinces, only hands-free
phones may legally be used while driving.
„ Driving with pets
Unrestrained pets can interfere with your driving and
distract your attention from driving. In a collision or
sudden stop, unrestrained pets or cages can be
thrown around inside the vehicle and hurt you or your
passengers. Besides, the pets can be hurt under