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D R I V I N G C O N T R O L SP PP P
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ARKING BR ARKING BRARKING BR ARKING BR
ARKING BR
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Parking Brake Parking BrakeParking Brake Parking Brake
Parking Brake
To apply the parking brake, pull the parking brake lever fully up
and leave it.
To release it, lift the lever up slightly keeping the release button
pressed and then push down the lever fully.
The parking brake indicator on the instrument panel will go ‘off’
when the parking brake lever is fully released.
NOTICE NOTICENOTICE NOTICE
NOTICE
Driving the vehicle with the parking brake ‘ON’ will cause damage
to the rear brakes and the clutch.
Gear Shift Lever Gear Shift LeverGear Shift Lever Gear Shift Lever
Gear Shift Lever
It is console mounted. The different gear positions are marked on
the knob.
1. Parking Brake Lever 2. Release Button
Gear Shifting Pattern
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D R I V I N G
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•Preparing to drive Preparing to drivePreparing to drive Preparing to drive
Preparing to drive
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•Running-in period Running-in periodRunning-in period Running-in period
Running-in period
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•Gear change Gear changeGear change Gear change
Gear change
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•Brakes (Anti-lock brake system) Brakes (Anti-lock brake system)Brakes (Anti-lock brake system) Brakes (Anti-lock brake system)
Brakes (Anti-lock brake system)
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•Fuel economy Fuel economyFuel economy Fuel economy
Fuel economy
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•Four wheel driving system Four wheel driving systemFour wheel driving system Four wheel driving system
Four wheel driving system
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•Limited slip differential Limited slip differentialLimited slip differential Limited slip differential
Limited slip differential
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•Driving in adverse conditions Driving in adverse conditionsDriving in adverse conditions Driving in adverse conditions
Driving in adverse conditions
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•Driving Safety Driving SafetyDriving Safety Driving Safety
Driving Safety
This section gives you important tips on how to start the engine, how
to take care of turbo charger, operation of transmission and transfer
case. It also includes important tips on safe driving in adverse
conditions and difficult terrains.
The information on topics listed above would certainly help you in
safe and carefree driving.
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D R I V I N GGEAR BOX AND GEAR CHANGE SPEEDS GEAR BOX AND GEAR CHANGE SPEEDSGEAR BOX AND GEAR CHANGE SPEEDS GEAR BOX AND GEAR CHANGE SPEEDS
GEAR BOX AND GEAR CHANGE SPEEDS
Gear box Gear boxGear box Gear box
Gear box
Gear box has all synchromesh gears including reverse. The 5th gear is
an over drive.
When shifting the gear up or down make sure you press the clutch
pedal fully and shift to the next gear and then release the clutch pedal
gradually.
NOTICE NOTICENOTICE NOTICE
NOTICE
Do not rest your foot on the clutch pedal during driving. This can
cause clutch wear and damage.
Before shifting in to reverse gear bring your vehicle to a complete stop
and depress the clutch pedal fully.
Do not shift into reverse gear with vehicle moving forward. While
shifting the gears it is recommended to shift at the speeds given in
the table.
You can get extra braking from the engine when slowing down by
shifting to a lower gear.
This can help you to maintain a safe speed and prevent your brakes
from overheating while going down a steep hill.
NOTICE NOTICENOTICE NOTICE
NOTICE
Avoid excessive revving up of engine rpm.
Vehicle Speed during Up Shift
Gear GearGear Gear
Gear
2H/4H 2H/4H 2H/4H 2H/4H
2H/4H
4 L 4 L 4 L 4 L
4 L
km/hr km/hr km/hr km/hr
km/hr
km/hr km/hr km/hr km/hr
km/hr
1-2 20 10
2-3 45 18
3-4 70 -
4-5 90 -
Gear Change Speeds during upshift Gear Change Speeds during upshiftGear Change Speeds during upshift Gear Change Speeds during upshift
Gear Change Speeds during upshift
Vehicle Speed during Down Shift
Gear GearGear Gear
Gear
2H/4H 2H/4H 2H/4H 2H/4H
2H/4H
4 L 4 L 4 L 4 L
4 L
km/hr km/hr km/hr km/hr
km/hr
km/hr km/hr km/hr km/hr
km/hr
2-1 15 06
3-2 25 -
4-3 45 -
5-4 60 -
Gear Change Speeds during downshift Gear Change Speeds during downshiftGear Change Speeds during downshift Gear Change Speeds during downshift
Gear Change Speeds during downshift
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D R I V I N G BRAKES AND ABS (IF FITTED) BRAKES AND ABS (IF FITTED) BRAKES AND ABS (IF FITTED) BRAKES AND ABS (IF FITTED)
BRAKES AND ABS (IF FITTED)
Have your vehicle attended immediately.
Put your foot on brake pedal to apply brake. Do not ride
the brakes as they may overheat and the performance may
be impaired. The brake lights may confuse the drivers
behind you.
Use engine to assist the brakes by shifting to a lower gear
and lifting your foot from accelerator pedal.
Constant application of brakes while going down the hill
builds heat and reduces braking efficiency.
Check your brakes after driving through deep water. Apply
the brakes moderately to feel that they are normal. If not,
apply them gently and frequently until they do. With wet
brakes you should be extra cautious and alert in your driving.
Anti Lock Brake System (ABS) – if fitted Anti Lock Brake System (ABS) – if fittedAnti Lock Brake System (ABS) – if fitted Anti Lock Brake System (ABS) – if fitted
Anti Lock Brake System (ABS) – if fitted
ABS combined with the traditional hydraulic brake system pre-
vents the wheel from locking while braking by make use of
most of road to tyre grip. It also ensures better control and
stability of car while braking.
How ABS works How ABS worksHow ABS works How ABS works
How ABS works
ABS essentially consists of an Electronic Control Unit (ECU)
which reads signals from the sensors fitted to each wheel and
identifies the one which is likely to lock. ( Wheels will tend toBrakes BrakesBrakes Brakes
Brakes
Tata Safari is equipped with ventilated disc brakes on front
and drum brakes on rear wheels.
Braking system is vacuum assisted to reduce effort needed
on the brake pedal. It is a dual circuit service brake system
designed in such a way that one circuit will always work, even
if other circuit fails.
If this happens you will immediately notice that the brake
pedal goes down much farther and you need to press the
pedal harder. In such an event the stopping distance may be
longer.
In case of failure of vacuum the vehicle can still be stopped
with a higher pedal effort.
In case of vacuum failure or brake circuit failure, slow down
the vehicle by shifting to lower gear and lifting your foot
from the accelerator pedal. Pull to the side of the road as
soon as it is safe.
CAUTION CAUTIONCAUTION CAUTION
CAUTION
Brake system failure is very hazardous. It is best to have
your vehicle towed, but if you drive the vehicle in this
condition, be extremely cautious.
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D R I V I N GANTI LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM ANTI LOCK BRAKING SYSTEMANTI LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM ANTI LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM
ANTI LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM
Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD) Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD)Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD) Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD)
Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD)
indicator indicatorindicator indicator
indicator
If the ABS and the brake system indicator light comes If the ABS and the brake system indicator light comesIf the ABS and the brake system indicator light comes If the ABS and the brake system indicator light comes
If the ABS and the brake system indicator light comes
together even after the parking brake is fully released, together even after the parking brake is fully released,together even after the parking brake is fully released, together even after the parking brake is fully released,
together even after the parking brake is fully released,
then the Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD) i.e. the then the Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD) i.e. thethen the Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD) i.e. the then the Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD) i.e. the
then the Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD) i.e. the
front to rear brake force distribution system is also not front to rear brake force distribution system is also notfront to rear brake force distribution system is also not front to rear brake force distribution system is also not
front to rear brake force distribution system is also not
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Avoid sudden hard braking and take the car immediately to
the nearest dealer to fix the system.
Safety tips while driving with ABS Safety tips while driving with ABSSafety tips while driving with ABS Safety tips while driving with ABS
Safety tips while driving with ABS
1) During a hard braking or when the road grip is poor, you
will feel the brake pedal is pulsating and an audible noise
in the system. This is absolutely Normal and it’s the
indication that your ABS is rapidly pumping the brakes. Do
not release the brake pedal, this defeats the purpose of
ABS. Keep firm steady pressure on the brake pedal so as
not to interrupt the braking action as long as you steer
away from the hazard.
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2)
ABS prevents the wheel from locking but it does not ABS prevents the wheel from locking but it does notABS prevents the wheel from locking but it does not ABS prevents the wheel from locking but it does not
ABS prevents the wheel from locking but it does not
increase actual tyre to road grip. increase actual tyre to road grip. increase actual tyre to road grip. increase actual tyre to road grip.
increase actual tyre to road grip. Hence even if
your car is fitted with ABS, maintain a safe followingdistance.
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ABS does not reduce either time or stopping
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should always keep a safe distance from other vehicles.
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ABS will not prevent skidding of a car that results ABS will not prevent skidding of a car that resultsABS will not prevent skidding of a car that results ABS will not prevent skidding of a car that results
ABS will not prevent skidding of a car that results
from changing direction abruptly from changing direction abruptly from changing direction abruptly from changing direction abruptly
from changing direction abruptly such as trying to
take a corner too fast or making a sudden lane change.
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ABS cannot prevent a loss of stability due to severe ABS cannot prevent a loss of stability due to severeABS cannot prevent a loss of stability due to severe ABS cannot prevent a loss of stability due to severe
ABS cannot prevent a loss of stability due to severe
or sharp steering wheel movement. or sharp steering wheel movement.or sharp steering wheel movement. or sharp steering wheel movement.
or sharp steering wheel movement. Always steer
moderately while braking hard.
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6)
ABS requires a little longer stopping distance than ABS requires a little longer stopping distance thanABS requires a little longer stopping distance than ABS requires a little longer stopping distance than
ABS requires a little longer stopping distance than
a vehicle with conventional brake system on a loose a vehicle with conventional brake system on a loosea vehicle with conventional brake system on a loose a vehicle with conventional brake system on a loose
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and allow a safe following distance.
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ABS
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D R I V I N GDRIVING IN ADVERSE CONDITIONS DRIVING IN ADVERSE CONDITIONSDRIVING IN ADVERSE CONDITIONS DRIVING IN ADVERSE CONDITIONS
DRIVING IN ADVERSE CONDITIONS
Driving Through Water Driving Through WaterDriving Through Water Driving Through Water
Driving Through Water
•Never venture to drive through water when it flows over guard stones.
•Engine may get seriously damaged if attempted to cross over through deep water.
•If at all the situation demands that you have to drive through water then;
- Keep engine in fast idling and crawl the vehicle in low gear.
- After driving through water apply brakes several times to dry liners and to regain
original braking.
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•Tow the vehicle to a safe place.
•Take the vehicle to nearest AUTHORISED Workshop to check entry of water in cylinders.
•It will also be necessary to replace lubricants of engine, gearbox, transfer case, front
axle and rear axle if water has entered.
•Get the starter and alternator checked.
Driving on a Rainy Day Driving on a Rainy DayDriving on a Rainy Day Driving on a Rainy Day
Driving on a Rainy Day
•Check brakes, steering and windows.
•Check tyres for wear and tyre pressure.
•Check wiper blades for proper functioning.
•Avoid harsh braking and sharp turns. It may cause loss of control and lead to a skid.
•For slowing down, shift to lower gears and brake gently.
•Keep lights ON if visibility is poor.
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Descending Sharp Gradients Descending Sharp GradientsDescending Sharp Gradients Descending Sharp Gradients
Descending Sharp Gradients
•Select the 4L mode and depending on the severity of the gradient, shift into
appropriate gear. Use engine braking judiciously without over-revving the engine.
•Brake application under such situations should be done very smoothly to avoid loss of
control.
Select appropriate gear so that gear changing or clutch disengagement is not involved
while descending the gradient.
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•For towing the vehicle, the best way is to use a recovery van.
•Alternatively use a rigid tow bar.
•Avoid using flexible cable or rope as your vehicle may crash into towing vehicle when
it stops suddenly.
•Switch ‘ON’ Hazard warning switch to warn the other road users.
•Keep the engine in idling so that power steering assistance is available. This will also
built the vacuum for the brakes.
•In case of brake failure, use parking brake to control the vehicle.
Roof Rail Roof RailRoof Rail Roof Rail
Roof Rail
The provision for mounting roof racks is made on the vehicle. This can be done with
the help of roof and roof header mouldings provided above the rear fixed glass. The
max. load on this including roof rack load should not exceed 100 kg.
D R I V I N GDRIVING IN ADVERSE CONDITIONS DRIVING IN ADVERSE CONDITIONSDRIVING IN ADVERSE CONDITIONS DRIVING IN ADVERSE CONDITIONS
DRIVING IN ADVERSE CONDITIONS
1 11 1
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2 22 2
2
1. Front Tow Hook
2. Rear Tow Hook
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D R I V I N GDRIVING SAFET DRIVING SAFETDRIVING SAFET DRIVING SAFET
DRIVING SAFET
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Side indicators / Hazard warning Side indicators / Hazard warningSide indicators / Hazard warning Side indicators / Hazard warning
Side indicators / Hazard warning
Ensure that all side indicators/
hazard warning lights are always in
working condition and they are used
when required.
Horn HornHorn Horn
Horn
Ensure the horn is working properly.
Horn provides safety to other road
users by alerting your presence.
Brakes BrakesBrakes Brakes
Brakes
Ensure brakes are working properly.
Check brake fluid level in reservoir.
Don not drive the car when brake
warning lamp is 'ON'.
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Check the condition of tyres for any
abnormalities. Maintain correct
tyre pressure, it is very importantparticularly when subjected to
extreme condition, such as high
speed, high load and high outside
temperature. Do not use worn or
bald tyres on the front wheels.
First Aid Kit First Aid KitFirst Aid Kit First Aid Kit
First Aid Kit
First aid kit is provided in your
vehicle. This is for use in case of
minor injuries. It is to be regularly
checked for any disintegration and
should be updated regularly.
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There is an advanced warning
triangle provided along with your
vehicle. In case there is a
breakdown and the vehicle is
parked at the side of the road, then
the triangle is to be kept as per
instructions given below :Remove advance warning triangle
from case and assemble.
Place the triangle on the road
behind the vehicle when it
stranded on the road. The triangle
must be at least 5 meters behind
the vehicle in the same lane of
traffic.
Increase the distance to 150
meters on a highway or if a bad/hill
top obscures the view.
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VEHICLE SPECIFICATIONS
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•Engine EngineEngine Engine
Engine
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•Clutch ClutchClutch Clutch
Clutch
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•Gear box Gear boxGear box Gear box
Gear box
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•Rear axle Rear axleRear axle Rear axle
Rear axle
• •• •
•Front axle Front axleFront axle Front axle
Front axle
• •• •
•Steering SteeringSteering Steering
Steering
• •• •
•Brakes BrakesBrakes Brakes
Brakes
• •• •
•Frame FrameFrame Frame
Frame
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•Suspension SuspensionSuspension Suspension
Suspension
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heels &
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•Fuel tank Fuel tankFuel tank Fuel tank
Fuel tank
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•Body BodyBody Body
Body
• •• •
•Electrical system Electrical systemElectrical system Electrical system
Electrical system


• •• •
•Performance PerformancePerformance Performance
Performance
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•Dimensions DimensionsDimensions Dimensions
Dimensions
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•Passenger capacity Passenger capacityPassenger capacity Passenger capacity
Passenger capacity
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•Luggage space Luggage spaceLuggage space Luggage space
Luggage space
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This section give information on specification of various aggregates
fitted on TATA SAFARI vehicles.
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4.0 4.04.0 4.0
4.0
TRANSFER CASE : TRANSFER CASE :TRANSFER CASE : TRANSFER CASE :
TRANSFER CASE :
(for 4x4 configuration) :From M/s Borg Warner
ECU control Electrical shift
shifting arrangement
mounted on the gear box.
Drive Options : 4X2 HighRatio 1:1
4x4 High Ratio 1:1
4x4 Low Ratio 1:2.48
5.0 5.05.0 5.0
5.0
REAR AXLE : REAR AXLE :REAR AXLE : REAR AXLE :
REAR AXLE :
: Single reduction salisbury
type rear axle with hypoid
gears and semi-floating axle
with limited slip differential
for 4 x 4, without limited slip
differential for 4 x 2
Ratio :4.1 (41 / 10)
6.0 6.06.0 6.0
6.0
FRONT AXLE : FRONT AXLE :FRONT AXLE : FRONT AXLE :
FRONT AXLE :
a) For 4x4 :Independently suspended
with automatic hub locks.
Ratio 4.1 (41 / 10)
b) For 4x2 : Independently suspended
VEHICLE SPECIFICATIONSTRANSFER CASE, AXLE, STEERING & BRAKES TRANSFER CASE, AXLE, STEERING & BRAKESTRANSFER CASE, AXLE, STEERING & BRAKES TRANSFER CASE, AXLE, STEERING & BRAKES
TRANSFER CASE, AXLE, STEERING & BRAKES
7.0 7.07.0 7.0
7.0
STEERING : STEERING :STEERING : STEERING :
STEERING :
Type : Power steering
Ratio : 18.9 :1
Steering Wheel: 380 mm dia with tilt
mechanism for adjusting
height and collapsible
column.
8.0 8.08.0 8.0
8.0
BRAKES : BRAKES :BRAKES : BRAKES :
BRAKES :
Service Brakes : Vacuum assisted independent
hydraulic brakes on front and
rear through tandem master
cylinder & tandem booster.
Camshaft driven vacuum
pump. Bypass valve provided in
rear brake circuit for the vehicle
with ABS.
Front Brake : 302 mm dia ventilated
disc brake with twinpot
caliper.
Rear Brake :295 mm dia drum brake
with auto adjuster,
Load conscious pressure : Provided for rear brakes
reducing valve remote by No ‘LCRV’ for version
pars valvewith ABS
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