Breakdowns and incidents 1.Breakdowns  274. If your vehicle breaks down, think first of all other road users  and  ● get your vehicle off the road if possible  ● warn other traffic by using your hazard warning lights if your  vehicle is causing an obstruction  ● help other road users see you by wearing light-coloured or  fluorescent clothing in daylight and reflective clothing at  night or in poor visibility  ● put a warning triangle on the road at least 45 metres (147  feet) behind your broken-down vehicle on the same side of the road, or use other permitted warning devices if you have  them. Always take great care when placing or retrieving  them, but never use them on motorways  ● if possible, keep your sidelights on if it is dark or visibility is  poor  ● do not stand (or let anybody else stand) between your  vehicle and oncoming traffic  ● at night or in poor visibility do not stand where you will  prevent other road users seeing your lights.  highwaycodeuk.co.uk 140 