2015 TATA SAFARI check engine

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D R I V I N GPREP PREPPREP PREP
PREP
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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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you switch on the Ignition the ABS light turns ON
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 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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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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FUEL FIL FUEL FILFUEL FIL FUEL FIL
FUEL FIL
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6. Refit the drain plug using a new sealing washer. Tighten
drain plug to 5 mkg. torque.
7. Fill, recommended quantity of fresh engine oil in the crank
case and secure the oil filler cap in its place.
8. Start the engine and run for a few minutes. The engine oil
pressure indicator lamp should go ‘off ’ after starting the
engine.
9. Check for engine oil leakages.
10. Stop the engine and recheck engine oil level after a few
minutes. If necessary add oil to bring the level to the upper
mark on the dipstick.
NOTICE NOTICENOTICE NOTICE
NOTICE
Use of reclaimed oil is not recommended
Priming Pump Priming PumpPriming Pump Priming Pump
Priming Pump
Priming pump is used for priming the fuel manually after
overhauling of the engine or after refitment of fuel lines. Pump
the fuel by means of priming pump until all air in the fuel line is
removed. Before cranking the engine ensure that there is no air
in the fuel system.
NOTICE NOTICENOTICE NOTICE
NOTICE
Please do not loosen/remove high pressure pipes and injectors
for air bleeding in the fuel.
M A I N T E N A N C E
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Loosen drain plugs by 1-2 turn and drain out water and other
sediments from fuel filter bowls depending on operating
conditions to ensure that no water is allowed to enter the fuel
system.
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Water sedimenter is located near fuel tank at rear left hand side
of the vehicle.
Loosen drain plug by 1-2 turns and drain out water and other
sediments from sedimenter when water level indicator lamp
glows in instrument cluster to ensure that no water is
allowed to enter the fuel system.
Sedimenter
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Gear Box Oil Gear Box OilGear Box Oil Gear Box Oil
Gear Box Oil
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1. Clean the oil level plug and surrounding area.
2 . Remove the oil level plug and check whether oil is dripping out.
Oil level must not be below the filler plug. Add oil to bring it to
the level.
3. Tighten oil level plug to 2-3 mkg. torque.
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1. Let the engine idle for about 5 min. in neutral, so that the gear box
oil is warmed up.
2. Clean the oil level plug, drain plug and surrounding area.
3. Place a container under gear box to collect the oil.
4. Remove the drain plug and let the oil drain out.
5. Also remove the oil level plug.
6. Tighten the oil drain plug and fill new recommended oil through oil
level plug and tighten the oil drain plug oil level plug to 2-3 mkg.
torque.
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1. Gear Box Oil Filler Plug / Level Plug
2. Gear Box Drain Plug
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M A I N T E N A N C E
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Clutch Fluid Clutch FluidClutch Fluid Clutch Fluid
Clutch Fluid
The Tata Safari vehicle is equipped with a diaphragm type clutch Which is
hydraulically actuated.
The level of clutch fluid in clutch fluid container should be in between
Min. and Max. marks. If it is not, then add clutch fluid.
In case of spongy or hard clutch pedal, please contact the nearest
Authorised Workshop and get the defect rectified.
Brake Fluid Brake FluidBrake Fluid Brake Fluid
Brake Fluid
Check the level of Brake fluid in Brake fluid container.
It should be in between Min. and Mix. marks.
If it is not, then add brake fluid.
In case of spongy or hard pedal or low brake efficiency, please contact
the nearest Authorised Workshop and get the defect rectified.
Power Steering Fluid Power Steering FluidPower Steering Fluid Power Steering Fluid
Power Steering Fluid
Power steering is fitted for lighter steering effect and easy
manoeuverability. The system consists of steering gear box, hydraulic
pump and hydraulic tank suitably connected by piping. Pump drive is
though ‘V’ belt from engine. Power assistance is available during normal
operating conditions. In case of failure in hydraulic system, the steering
can be operated mechanically with increased steering effort for bringing
the vehicle to Authorised Workshop.
M A I N T E N A N C E
1. Brake Fluid Container
2. Clutch Fluid Container
Power Steering Fluid Container
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