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INDICATORS AND INSTRUMENTSINDIC INDICINDIC INDIC
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ABS Indicators ABS IndicatorsABS Indicators ABS Indicators
ABS Indicators
( Where ABS is fitted)
ABS indicator light on instrument
cluster illuminates approx. for 5 sec. when the ignition key is
turned to ‘ON’ position. This is normal and indicates the system is
performing a self check. If the light does not illuminate when
ignition is ‘ON’ or remains illuminated after initial self check and
while driving or flashes, fault may exist in the ABS system.
In this case also the normal braking system is still In this case also the normal braking system is stillIn this case also the normal braking system is still In this case also the normal braking system is still
In this case also the normal braking system is still
effective and can able to provide normal stopping effective and can able to provide normal stoppingeffective and can able to provide normal stopping effective and can able to provide normal stopping
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Even though we recommend taking the vehicle to
the nearest dealer and inspecting your car as soon as
possible if the warning light stays on.
Electronic Brake Distribution Electronic Brake DistributionElectronic Brake Distribution Electronic Brake Distribution
Electronic Brake Distribution
(EBD) indicator (EBD) indicator(EBD) indicator (EBD) indicator
(EBD) indicator
If the ABS and the brake system indicator light If the ABS and the brake system indicator lightIf the ABS and the brake system indicator light If the ABS and the brake system indicator light
If the ABS and the brake system indicator light
comes together even after the parking brake is comes together even after the parking brake iscomes together even after the parking brake is comes together even after the parking brake is
comes together even after the parking brake is
fully released, then the Electronic Brake fully released, then the Electronic Brakefully released, then the Electronic Brake fully released, then the Electronic Brake
fully released, then the Electronic Brake
Distribution (EBD) i.e. the front to rear brake Distribution (EBD) i.e. the front to rear brakeDistribution (EBD) i.e. the front to rear brake Distribution (EBD) i.e. the front to rear brake
Distribution (EBD) i.e. the front to rear brake
force distribution system is also not working. force distribution system is also not working.force distribution system is also not working. force distribution system is also not working.
force distribution system is also not working.
This will lead to the rear wheel lock while braking. Avoid
sudden hard braking and take the car immediately to
the nearest dealer to fix the system.
ABS ABSABS ABS
ABSBattery Charging Indicator Battery Charging IndicatorBattery Charging Indicator Battery Charging Indicator
Battery Charging Indicator
This light should come ON when
ignition is ‘ON’ and should go off after the engine starts.
If it remains ‘ON’ when engine is running, it indicates
battery is not getting charged.
In such a case, avoid using electrical loads and get the
problem attended at an authorised workshop.
4H, 4L Indicator 4H, 4L Indicator 4H, 4L Indicator 4H, 4L Indicator
4H, 4L Indicator *
(* For 4WD model only)
With ignition ‘ON’ and transfer case switch in 2H mode both 4H
and 4L indicator lamps on instrument panel should glow for a
few seconds only and go ‘OFF’.
Continuous illumination indicates an electrical fault. Do not run
the vehicle if both 4H and 4L lamps are ON.
The 4H or 4L lamps will glow only when the transfer case is
either in 4H or 4L mode.
Low fuel Indicator Low fuel IndicatorLow fuel Indicator Low fuel Indicator
Low fuel Indicator
If this warning light illuminates,
it means there is a little fuel approximately 10 litres in the tank
and you should fill the tank at the earliest.
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D R I V I N G
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opping the engine
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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
• •• •
•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 GPREP PREPPREP PREP
PREP
ARING ARING ARING ARING
ARING
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UNNING IN PERIOD
Preparing to Drive Preparing to DrivePreparing to Drive Preparing to Drive
Preparing to Drive
The following checks and adjustments should be done
before you start driving the vehicle.
1 . Ensure all mirrors, windows and outside lights are clean
and unobstructed. Remove dust, frost, snow or ice if
any, on these.
2 . Ensure bonnet is fully closed.
3 . Check that any items you may be carrying inside with
you are stored properly or fastened down securely.
4 . Check adjustment of seat. If required adjust to your
convenience.
5 . Check adjustment of all rear view mirrors.
6 . Check adjustment of steering wheel.
7 . If the doors are not properly closed you will get a audio
warning/indicator light as soon as you insert the ignition
key in the switch. Make sure all doors are properly closed
and locked.
8 . If the seat belts of driver & co-driver are not fastened you
will get an audio warning as soon as you turn the key to
ignition position. Fasten your seat belt, ensure co-driver
seat passenger has also fastened the seat belt (see
Your Safety).9 . Check and ensure that all the gauges and indicator lights
in the instrument panel are working.
Running-in Period Running-in PeriodRunning-in Period Running-in Period
Running-in Period
Avoid rapid acceleration and prolonged high speed running
of the engine while using the new vehicle for the first 1500-
1800 km of operation.
Do not exceed the following vehicle speed during running in
period.
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
1st 20 8
2nd 40 16
3rd 65 -
4th 90 -
5th 110 -
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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 BRAKE SYSTEM ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEMANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM
ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM
lock when the speed of rotation of any one wheel becomes
too low in relation to the vehicle speed.) It actuates

an
Electro Hydraulic Control Unit (HU) to reduce, maintain or
increase the pressure on the brake control cylinder in order
to prevent the wheel from locking. The ABS comes into play
when the car is braked heavily during emergency.
The driver feels the effort of the ABS through the The driver feels the effort of the ABS through theThe driver feels the effort of the ABS through the The driver feels the effort of the ABS through the
The driver feels the effort of the ABS through the
pulsating of the brake pedal and audible noise in the pulsating of the brake pedal and audible noise in thepulsating of the brake pedal and audible noise in the pulsating of the brake pedal and audible noise in the
pulsating of the brake pedal and audible noise in the
brake system. brake system.brake system. brake system.
brake system.
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warning to the driver that a wheel or wheels are tending to lock
up due to the limit of tyre to road adhesion.
In this situation it is important to keep the brake pedal In this situation it is important to keep the brake pedalIn this situation it is important to keep the brake pedal In this situation it is important to keep the brake pedal
In this situation it is important to keep the brake pedal
depressed fully so that the ABS can regulate the brake depressed fully so that the ABS can regulate the brakedepressed fully so that the ABS can regulate the brake depressed fully so that the ABS can regulate the brake
depressed fully so that the ABS can regulate the brake
application. On No account pump the brake pedal application. On No account pump the brake pedalapplication. On No account pump the brake pedal application. On No account pump the brake pedal
application. On No account pump the brake pedal
The ABS is addition to the basic brake system.
It is activated It is activated It is activated It is activated
It is activated
automatically every time the engine is started. automatically every time the engine is started. automatically every time the engine is started. automatically every time the engine is started.
automatically every time the engine is started. If there is a
malfunction the system turns off automatically indicated by a
‘(ABS)’ ‘(ABS)’ ‘(ABS)’ ‘(ABS)’
‘(ABS)’ warning lamp on the dash board, still the ordinary brake
system continues to work.ABS Activation ABS ActivationABS Activation ABS Activation
ABS Activation
ABS activation varies with various road surfaces i.e. the
amount of traction your tyre have on a particular surface.
On dry surface you will need more pedal effort to activate
ABS. However you may feel ABS activates immediately if you
try to stop on snow, ice or slippery surface.
ABS Indicators ABS IndicatorsABS Indicators ABS Indicators
ABS Indicators
The ABS is self check. If any thing goes wrong the ABS
warning indicator comes on the instrument panel.
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but should go out after about 5 seconds. but should go out after about 5 seconds.but should go out after about 5 seconds. but should go out after about 5 seconds.
but should go out after about 5 seconds.
If the light If the lightIf the light If the light
If the light
fails to go or the lighting up of the warning light fails to go or the lighting up of the warning lightfails to go or the lighting up of the warning light fails to go or the lighting up of the warning light
fails to go or the lighting up of the warning light
when the engine is running or the light comes at when the engine is running or the light comes atwhen the engine is running or the light comes at when the engine is running or the light comes at
when the engine is running or the light comes at
any other time, it indicates there is a fault in the ABS any other time, it indicates there is a fault in the ABSany other time, it indicates there is a fault in the ABS any other time, it indicates there is a fault in the ABS
any other time, it indicates there is a fault in the ABS
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We recommend taking the vehicle to the nearest dealer and
inspecting your car as soon as possible if the warning light stays
on.
ABS ABSABS ABS
ABS
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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
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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 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
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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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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Automatic Hub Locks Automatic Hub LocksAutomatic Hub Locks Automatic Hub Locks
Automatic Hub Locks
While driving in 2H mode this mechanism on the front axle
hub allows the hub to free wheel. This avoids the unnecessary
spinning of front drive components and results in fuel saving,
reduced noise and longer component life.
As soon as 4H or 4L mode is selected the hub gets
automatically connected to front drive line to increase the
traction.
Limited Slip Differential Limited Slip DifferentialLimited Slip Differential Limited Slip Differential
Limited Slip Differential
(Standard on 4x4 and optional on others)
A standard differential delivers torque equally to each wheel.
In case one wheel loses traction and begins to spin, the
differential distributes the rotary speed unequally but with
same torque. This can cause the wheel with good traction to
slow down or stop while the wheel which lost traction rotates
with increased speed. Such a situation can prevent the vehicle
from moving.
The limited slip differential provided in the rear axle takes
care of such situations. The clutch lock arrangement provided
internally, ensures that in case one wheel loses traction and
begins to slip, a locking action takes place which prevents
differential action and both wheels turn at the same speed.
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On four wheel drive vehicles transfer case is fitted after the
gear box for driving front live axle along with rear axle.
The following 3 selector positions are provided on the knob.
2H - 2H -2H -
2H -
2H - Only two rear wheels are driven and transfer case
operates at 1:1 ratio.
4H - 4H -4H - 4H -
4H - All four wheels are driven and transfer case operates
at 1:1 ratio.
4L - 4L -4L - 4L -
4L - All four wheels are driven and transfer case operates
at 2.48:1 speed reduction ratio.
Automatic Hub Lock4X4 Selector Switch
For driving in 2H mode keep the selector knob in 2H position.
(*For 4 WD model only)
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D R I V I N GLIMITED SLIP DIFFERENTIAL AND FOUR LIMITED SLIP DIFFERENTIAL AND FOUR LIMITED SLIP DIFFERENTIAL AND FOUR LIMITED SLIP DIFFERENTIAL AND FOUR
LIMITED SLIP DIFFERENTIAL AND FOUR
WHEEL DRIVING WHEEL DRIVINGWHEEL DRIVING WHEEL DRIVING
WHEEL DRIVING
Thus unnecessary spinning of one wheel is avoided and torque
is transmitted to both wheels, thus assisting the vehicle to traverse
loose terrain. However during normal driving, the differential
action takes place in the same manner as in a standard differential.
1. 1.1. 1.
1.
Four Wheel Drive Operation Four Wheel Drive OperationFour Wheel Drive Operation Four Wheel Drive Operation
Four Wheel Drive Operation
In 2-H mode, only the rear two wheels of the vehicle are
powered by the engine and the front wheels are merely
pushed. By shifting to four wheel drive mode (4H or 4L)
the rear as well as the front axles get geared to the engine
through transfer case and transmit the engine power to all
four wheels. This gives the vehicle increased traction.
In 4H mode, the transmitted engine torque and vehicle
speed remain the same as in 2H. However, when you shift
to 4L mode engine torque is multiplied and vehicle moves
at low speed in the same gears with increased traction. 4L
mode is provided for negotiating sharp gradients or driving
through loose soil/sand.
2. 2.2. 2.
2.
Shifting from 2H to 4H Shifting from 2H to 4HShifting from 2H to 4H Shifting from 2H to 4H
Shifting from 2H to 4H
Turn the selector knob from 2H to 4H position. 4H indicator
on instrument panel will light up. Changing from 2H to 4H
can be done at any speed upto 65 km/h (40 mph). No
pressing of clutch pedal is required.3. 3.3. 3.
3.
Shifting from 4H to 2H Shifting from 4H to 2HShifting from 4H to 2H Shifting from 4H to 2H
Shifting from 4H to 2H
Turn the selector knob from 4H to 2H position. 4H indicator
on instrument panel will go off. Changing from 4H to 2H
can be done at any speed upto 65 km/h (40 mph). No
pressing of clutch pedal is required.
Free Wheeling of Front Hub Free Wheeling of Front HubFree Wheeling of Front Hub Free Wheeling of Front Hub
Free Wheeling of Front Hub
After shifting from 4H to 2H, for effecting free wheeling of front
wheels, direction of vehicle motion needs to be changed. If
the vehicle was moving forward in 4H then bring it to halt and
engage reverse gear of main gear box. (If it was moving reverse
in 4H mode then stop it, and then engage forward gear of
main gear box.) After stopping and changing the gear the
vehicle must travel in opposite direction for a minimum of three
meters, before free wheeling takes place.
4. 4.4. 4.
4.
Shifting from 4H to 4L Shifting from 4H to 4LShifting from 4H to 4L Shifting from 4H to 4L
Shifting from 4H to 4L
Stop the vehicle. Press clutch pedal. Turn the selector knob
from 4H to 4L position. 4L indicator light on instrument panel
will blink few times and remain on.
5. 5.5. 5.
5.
Shifting from 4L to 4H Shifting from 4L to 4HShifting from 4L to 4H Shifting from 4L to 4H
Shifting from 4L to 4H
Stop the vehicle. Press clutch pedal. Turn the selector knob
from 4L to 4H position. 4H indicator light on instrument panel
will blink few times and will remain on.
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D R I V I N GFUEL ECONOMY FUEL ECONOMYFUEL ECONOMY FUEL ECONOMY
FUEL ECONOMY
NOTICE NOTICENOTICE NOTICE
NOTICE
Do not engage four wheel drive mode (4H or 4L)
continuously on dry and hard road surface. It can cause
expensive damage to the vehicle transmission and the
tyres.
Four wheel drive facility is a powerful tool which enables
the vehicle to traverse terrain which is otherwise
inaccessible to two wheel drive vehicles. However, it must
be used judiciously and carefully. Do not take unnecessary
risks and attempt the impossible. Familiarise yourself
thoroughly with the vehicle and its abilities before
attempting serious off road driving.
With ignition ‘ON’ 4H & 4L indicator lamp on panel should
glow for a few seconds only & then go off. Continuous
illumination of 4L & 4H lamps indicates electrical fault.
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B . Best fuel consumption is achieved at low engine speeds, the
highest possible gear without labouring the engine.
C. C.C. C.
C . Driving with accelerator pedal fully depressed means using
excessive fuel.
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. Do not allow engine to labour. Change to lower gear when
engine no longer runs smoothly.
E. E.E. E.
E . If possible, do not idle the engine for more than 2 minutes.
Switch off the engine.
F FF F
F
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. Do not ride the clutch OR brake pedal while driving. Do not
use clutch pedal as foot rest.
G* G*G* G*
G*.When changing from 4H/4L to 2H of transfer case, 2H free
wheeling should be done.
If 2H free wheeling is not done the hub locks of front hub
remain locked causing unnecessary rotation of front drive
components and this consumes more fuel and causes wear
and tear of front axle components.
H. H.H. H.
H . Depending on traffic conditions, a constant speed should
be maintained.
The vehicle uses more fuel, every time you speed up or slow
down.
I. I.I. I.
I . Hard braking, abrupt cornering and rapid acceleration use
more fuel. Avoid these.
J. J.J. J.
J . Do not carry unnecessary weight in the vehicle.
K. K.K. K.
K . Maintain moderate speed limits, while driving.
L. L.L. L.
L . Always ensure that front wheel alignment is proper.
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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 on Snowy or Icy Roads Driving on Snowy or Icy RoadsDriving on Snowy or Icy Roads Driving on Snowy or Icy Roads
Driving on Snowy or Icy Roads
Set the selector knob to 4H position. Gently release the clutch
and apply the accelerator for a smooth start and to avoid wheel
spin.
CAUTION CAUTIONCAUTION CAUTION
CAUTION
Use of snow tyres and / or tyre chain is recommended.
Maintain a safe distance between vehicles to avoid sudden
braking and slow down by shifting down the gears.
Avoid sudden acceleration, braking or turning. Such sharp
manoeuvers can cause loss of traction and thereby loss of vehicle
control.
Driving on Sandy or Muddy Roads Driving on Sandy or Muddy RoadsDriving on Sandy or Muddy Roads Driving on Sandy or Muddy Roads
Driving on Sandy or Muddy Roads
In case the traction on the wheels is sufficient, you may be
able to proceed in 4H mode. However in case change in
road conditions are anticipated, it is better to select the 4L
mode. Shift the selector knob to 4L position by following
the correct procedure and proceed in the normal manner.
Your vehicle will move at a slower pace with higher engine
RPM in the same gear because of the 4L mode. To match
your power and speed requirements, you can shift up in
any of the 5 forward gears or the reverse gear.NOTICE NOTICENOTICE NOTICE
NOTICE
You may choose to reduce the tyre pressure marginally for
additional grip on loose surfaces, though with a slight loss of
ground clearance.
•Try to maintain a constant engine speed and avoid sudden
acceleration which can cause wheel spin and loss of traction,
possibly leading to bogging down of the vehicle.
•If the vehicle gets stuck in loose sand, do not keep on
accelerating as the wheel spin will only result in the
wheels sinking deeper.
•The extent of muddy / sandy, conditions and the traction
available is difficult to judge and the vehicle can get
bogged down deeply. Operation should be done at slow
speed only. If possible, get down and check the path
conditions before proceeding.
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