Mahindra THAR 2009, Owner'S Manual

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Caution
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Avoid use of high sulphur diesel. Use only diesel with sulphur
content below 500 ppm.
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Avoid frequent cold starts.
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Avoid starting the engine by pushing or towing the vehicle,
or by coasting down a hill.
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Do not switch off the engine or interrupt the ignition when
the gearbox is engaged and the vehicle is in motion.
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Do not idle the vehicle for prolonged periods if idling seems
rough or any other malfunctions.
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Do not run out the fuel tank totally.
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Do not switch off and on ignition while the vehicle coasts
down.
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Do not park or operate the vehicle near combustible materials
like dry grass & leaves. This may lead to fire hazards.
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Avoid driving on water flooded roads
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Do not operate the engine in confined areas like garages.
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Check for exhaust system leaks and any damages:
- Each time the vehicle is raised for an oil change.
- Whenever a change is noticed in the noise of the exhaust
system.
- Whenever the tail pipe end of the exhaust system is found
rusty.
A catalytic converter is an exhaust gas after-treatment device
fitted in the exhaust system of your vehicle to reduce pollu-
tion. It converts harmful unburned hydrocarbons and carbon
monoxide into harmless carbon dioxide and water vapor.
Care & Maintenance to minimize the possibility of the damage
to catalytic converter
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Maintain the engine in the proper operating conditions, as
per owner’s manual.
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Consult a M & M Authorised Dealer at the earliest in the
event of irregular engine running following a cold start, misfir-
ing, a significant loss of vehicle derivability or other unusual
malfunctions which may indicate a fault in the ignition system.
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If necessary, drive the vehicle to the nearest outlet for a short
time at low engine speed.
Diesel Catalytic Converter
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