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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.
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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
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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ing. 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.
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.
2) 2)2) 2)
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.
3) 3)3) 3)
3)
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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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4)
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.
5) 5)5) 5)
5)
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.
6) 6)6) 6)
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
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 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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A . Drive smoothly, accelerate gradually and anticipate stops.
B. B.B. B.
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.
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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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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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Head Lamp Bulb Replacement Head Lamp Bulb ReplacementHead Lamp Bulb Replacement Head Lamp Bulb Replacement
Head Lamp Bulb Replacement
Raise the bonnet of the vehicle. Unscrew & pull out the rear
protective cover. Pull out the cable socket from the bulb. Remove
locking lever holding the bulb and remove the bulb.
Install new bulb, properly locating it in the housing. Fit back the locking
lever cable socket and rubber cap.
Repeat the same procedure for pencil beam lamp.
Realign Head Lamp after Replacing Bulb Realign Head Lamp after Replacing BulbRealign Head Lamp after Replacing Bulb Realign Head Lamp after Replacing Bulb
Realign Head Lamp after Replacing Bulb
Do not clean or touch the reflector as it will damage the mirror finish
of the surface.
Your vehicle has halogen head lamp bulb and pencil beam bulb one
each on each side. When replacing, handle it by steel base. Protect
the glass from contact with your skin or hard object. If you touch glass,
clean it with denatured alcohol and clean cloth.
NOTICE NOTICENOTICE NOTICE
NOTICE
Halogen head lamp bulbs get very hot when lit. Oil perspiration or a
scratch on the glass can cause the bulb to overheat and shatter.
HEAD L HEAD LHEAD L HEAD L
HEAD L
AMPS AMPSAMPS AMPS
AMPSM A I N T E N A N C E
Ajusting Screw Ajusting ScrewAjusting Screw Ajusting Screw
Ajusting ScrewLevelling LevellingLevelling Levelling
Levelling
motor motormotor motor
motor
adjustment adjustmentadjustment adjustment
adjustment
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POWER STEERING POWER STEERINGPOWER STEERING POWER STEERING
POWER STEERING
Procedure for Oil Filling and Bleeding of Power Procedure for Oil Filling and Bleeding of PowerProcedure for Oil Filling and Bleeding of Power Procedure for Oil Filling and Bleeding of Power
Procedure for Oil Filling and Bleeding of Power
Steering SteeringSteering Steering
Steering (Ensure that Power Steering fluid reservoir is totally
clean before starting the work)
1 . Fill the reservoir nearly full. Crank the engine for 10
seconds without allowing it to start (if possible). If engine
does start, shut the engine immediately. Check & refill
the reservoir repeat atleast three times, each time
checking & refilling the reservoir.
2 . Check for leakage in the system and if noticed take
corrective action.
3 . Start the engine and steer the vehicle from full left to full
right turns 3-4 times.
4 . Add fluid if necessary to maintain the level upto filter top.
NOTICE NOTICENOTICE NOTICE
NOTICE
Do not force the wheel against lock position either
extreme left or right. The power steering pump may get
damaged. Hold it lightly.
5 . When the engine is at steady speed, check for bubble
or foaming in the oil. If present it indicates that air is
getting sucked into the systems. Check the suction
line/fittings and correct if necessary.
6 . Once the system is bled properly and free from foaming
there should not be any appreciable change in oil level
in the reservoir, when the engine is started or stopped
repeatedly.
7 . Now the system is ready for driving.
Final oil level should be at ‘H’ mark on dip stick.
NOTICE NOTICENOTICE NOTICE
NOTICE
* Do not allow fluid level to drop significantly or run out
of the reservoir during the above operation. This may
induce air to the system.
* Do not start the engine without oil in the power steering
system. This will result in serious damage to the
pump. In case of emergency disconnect the pump belt
and then start the engine.
* Always use recommended oil from closed containers.
Any dirty oil poured in the system will result in damage
to pump and gear box.
M A I N T E N A N C E
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