In the event of a flat tire on the road, what is the first measure you must take once you have immobilized the vehicle in a safe place?

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Safety is the absolute priority in the event of a breakdown or emergency. Before carrying out any mechanical operation, you must make yourself visible to other road users to avoid an accident (the 'See and Be Seen' principle). The first thing to do is turn on the hazard lights (warning) to warn of the abnormal situation. Afterwards, and before getting out of the vehicle, you must put on the reflective vest and then place the hazard warning triangles or the V-16 warning light if necessary. Analysis of the incorrect options: Release the handbrake: This is extremely dangerous. The vehicle must be completely immobilized with the parking brake (handbrake) applied to prevent it from falling off the jack when raised. Look for the nearest pedestrian crossing: It is irrelevant and dangerous to leave the vehicle without first signaling it properly.

In the event of a flat tire on the road, what is the first measure you must take once you have immobilized the vehicle in a safe place?

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