Safety 119Using Your Phone While DrivingTalking on your phone while driving (or operating the phone withouta hands-free device) is prohibited in some jurisdictions. Laws vary asto specific restrictions. Remember that safety always comes first.When using your phone in the car:• Get to know your phone and its features, such as speed dialand re-dial.• When available, use a hands-free device.• Position your phone within easy reach.• Let the person you are speaking to know you are driving; ifnecessary, suspend the call in heavy traffic or hazardousweather conditions.• Do not take notes or look up phone numbers while driving.• Dial sensibly and assess the traffic; if possible, place callswhen stationary or before pulling into traffic.• Do not engage in stressful or emotional conversations thatmay divert your attention from the road.• Dial 911 to report serious emergencies. It’s free from yourwireless phone.• Use your phone to help others in emergencies.• Call roadside assistance or a special non-emergency wirelessnumber when necessary.Following Safety GuidelinesTo operate your phone safely and efficiently, always followany special regulations in a given area. Turn your phone off in areaswhere use is forbidden or when it may cause interference or danger.A660 BMC Manual.book Page 119 Tuesday, April 13, 2004 9:29 AM
