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Detach the bulb assembly from the wiring connector near to the head lamp

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Insert the connector into the new bulb (of the same wattage), and follow the
reverse procedure to assemble the bulb assembly in the headlight assembly

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Clamp the bulb assembly by wire clamp properly

Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers. Oil contamination will severely
shorten bulb life. If the bulb comes in contact with any oily surface, clean the
bulb with rubbing alcohol.

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Summary of Contents for THAR CRDe 2015

Page 1: ...nd and follow the instructions provided in this manual and keep it in a safe place for future reference If you have any doubt whatsoever regarding the use or care of your vehicle please visit your Mahindra dealer for assistance or advice This Owner s Manual should be considered as an integral part of the vehicle and should remain with the vehicle ...

Page 2: ...__________________________________________________________________________________ MAHINDRA MAHINDRA LTD GATEWAY BUILDING APOLLO BUNDER MUMBAI 400 039 www mahindra com ...

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Page 4: ...straint 5 1 General Warnings and Instructions Seat Belts 5 1 Fastening Unfastening the Seat Belt 5 3 6 LOCKS AND KEYS 6 1 Front Doors 6 1 Tailgate 6 2 7 FEATURES AND CONTROL 7 1 Manual Windows 7 1 Outside Rear View Mirror ORVM 7 1 Interior Mirror if equipped 7 1 Lamps 7 2 Utility 7 6 Horn 7 7 Windshield Wiper Wash if equipped 7 8 Instrument Cluster 7 8 Warning Lamps in the Instrument Cluster 7 11 ...

Page 5: ...ting 12 2 Jump Starting 12 3 Limp Home Mode 12 5 Towing 12 6 13 MAINTENANCE 13 1 General Owners Information 13 1 Opening Closing the Hood 13 3 Identifying Components in the Engine Compartment 13 5 General Maintenance 13 6 In the Engine Compartment 13 7 Headlamp Bulb Replacement 13 12 Maintenance Inside the Vehicle 13 14 Maintenance Outside the Vehicle 13 14 Battery 13 15 Appearance Care and Protec...

Page 6: ...e please call your Authorized Mahindra Dealer Alternatively you can contact Mahindra at 1800 209 6006 Toll free customercare mahindra com We extend our best wishes for safe and pleasurable motoring Sincerely MAHINDRA MAHINDRA LTD 1 1 Safety Symbols Carefully read understand and follow the safety symbols instructions given in this manual Legend of the Symbols To emphasize information and procedures...

Page 7: ... wear patterns Check for stones nails glass or other objects lodged in the tread and check sidewalls for any cuts cracks or other signs of wear Replace as necessary 9 Always maintain the safety labels affixed to your vehicle in a good legible condition 10 All signal lamps buzzers shields guards and other protective safety devices must always remain in place and in good proper working condition 11 ...

Page 8: ... of electrical devices such as mobile phones computers portable radios or other by the driver while driving is dangerous If use of a mobile phone is necessary despite this warning use a hands free system to at least leave the hands free to drive the vehicle Please comply with the legal regulations concerning the use of communication equipment in vehicles in your country Driving Long Distances When...

Page 9: ...lure to use appropriate specification and quality spare parts could seriously affect vehicle road worthiness and safety leading to an accident resulting in serious injury Mahindra Genuine Accessories A wide selection of quality accessories is available through your authorized Mahindra dealership These accessories have been specifically engineered to allow you to personalize your vehicle to suit yo...

Page 10: ...0 is used the oil change interval has to be reduced to 40 000 km For other than Maximile brand the oil change interval has to be reduced to 20000 km if the oil meets minimum of API GL 4 SAE 80W 90 specification Transfer Case 4WD MAHINDRA MAXIMILE GO 80W 90 SYNCHRO GENUINE TRANSMISSION OIL 1 2 liters DEXTRON IID Rear Axle Oil MAHINDRA MAXIMILE ELITE 1 8 liters Special Axle Fluid If Maximile DO EXL ...

Page 11: ...ew U5 2 B0 1 1445 1726 Rear View U5 2 B0 2 1346 T U B E L E S S S T E E L B E L T E D R A D I A L 235 70R16 1 0 5 S 3 0 0 K P G 4 4 P S i M A X P R E S S S I D E A L L 2 P O L Y E S R E R Made in ind ia P K37388 2 689FZ 6 8 9 Side View U5 2 B0 3 2430 1930 3920 GENERAL ...

Page 12: ...e contact Mahindra authorized dealer if required Blown fuse can be identified by a break in the filament 2 3 1 Cabin Compartment Fuse Box IP W H Cabin Compartment Fuse Box IP W H is located below the instrument panel on the driver side U52B04 4 0 1 5 3 0 1 0 5 5 1 0 1 0 1 5 1 5 1 5 1 5 1 0 1 0 1 0 1 0 1 0 1 0 2 0 U52B15 15A H L LOW AUDIO ACC TUR N REV WIPER WASHE R N A HEATER FOG LAM P CLU STER EC...

Page 13: ...AMP 15A HEATER N A 10A WIPER WASHER 10A TURN REV 10A AUDIO ACC 15A H L LOW Spare Fuses 5A Spare Fuse 10A Spare Fuse 15A Spare Fuse 20A Spare Fuse 30A Spare Fuse 2 3 2 Cabin Compartment Fuse Box Engine W H U52B16 10A ECU K01 SUPPLY SPARE 1 0 A 15A CLUS TER LAMPS 15A ECU K05 SUPPLY 15A EGRBR SW 10A HFM SENSOR SPARE 1 5 A Fuse Description 10A ECU K01 SUPPLY 15A CLUSTER LAMPS 15A ECU K05 SUPPLY 15A EG...

Page 14: ...DENSER FAN RLY 1 D BLOWER CONTROL RELAY E THERMO AMP RELAY F AC BLOWER RELAY G HEATER RELAY H DE MISTER RELAY 2 3 4 Engine Compartment Fuse Box Engine Compartment Fuse Box is located adjacent to the battery in the engine bay 6 0 A 6 0 A 3 0 A 6 0 A 1 0 0 A 6 0 A B A T T I 1 0 0 A M A IN A L T 6 0 A B A T T I I 6 0 A G L O W P L U G 30A EMS ECU U52B05 6 0 A 6 0 A 3 0 A 6 0 A 1 0 0 A U52B06 GENERAL ...

Page 15: ...shers Firmly apply the parking brake Have everyone come out of the vehicle on the side away from traffic Never stop your vehicle in a traffic lane to change a tire You could be hit by an oncoming vehicle Keep driving until you reach a safe location Lifting a vehicle to change a tire or perform maintenance is very dangerous if you do not have the proper tools safety equipment and training The jack ...

Page 16: ... Cautiously pry out the wheel cover using both hands as shown Remove the securing nuts on the spare wheel Remove the spare wheel Always loosen the wheel nuts before raising the vehicle Turn the wheel nuts counter clockwise to loosen To get maximum leverage fit the spanner to the nut so that the handle is on the left side Grab the spanner near the end of the handle and push down on the handle Be ca...

Page 17: ...To raise the vehicle insert the jack handle end along with the extension into the jack and turn it clockwise with the jack handle As the jack touches the vehicle and begins to lift check that it is properly positioned Raise it high enough so that the spare tire can be installed Remember you will need more ground clearance when putting on the spare tire than when removing the flat tire P52B07 P52B0...

Page 18: ...ntil all the nuts are tight Do not use other tools or any additional leverage other than your hands such as a hammer pipe or your foot Improperly or loosely tightened wheel nuts are dangerous The wheel could wobble or come off This could result in loss of vehicle control and cause a serious accident Always make sure all the wheel nuts are properly securely tightened to the specified torque When lo...

Page 19: ...f Gears 5 Forward 1 Reverse Gear Ratio 1st 3 78 1 2nd 2 09 1 3rd 1 38 1 4th 1 00 1 5th 0 79 1 Reverse 3 53 Clutch Single plate dry type hydraulically actuated 240 mm dia Drive Axle Front Full floating hypoid type with CV joint Ratio 4 3 1 Drive Axle Rear Semi floating hypoid type with Eaton M locker Ratio 4 3 1 Steering Type Rack and pinion Power steering Wheels Tires Wheel rim size 6 5J X 16 For ...

Page 20: ...ylinder Vacuum Assisted Servo with Auto Slack Adjuster Front 226 mm Disc Rear 282 mm Drum Parking Brake Mechanical Operating on rear wheels Fuel Capacity 60 liters Maximum GVW kg 2510 Maximum FAW kg 950 Maximum RAW kg 1560 Kerb weight with 90 fuel with spare wheel tools etc kg 1685 Ground Clearance mm 200 Wheelbase mm 2430 Front Track mm 1445 Rear Track mm 1346 Length mm 3920 Width mm 1726 Height ...

Page 21: ...MANUFACTURED BY MA1SL4BUND2D58594 BUD4C91822 ENGINE NO MODEL VEHICLE SR NO U52B14 Vehicle Identification Number VIN vehicle serial number is the legal identity of your vehicle It is used in registering the ownership Vehicle identification number plate is riveted on the firewall next to the battery in the engine compartment GENERAL ...

Page 22: ...Mirror C Windshield D Windshield Wiper E Hood lock F Head lamp G Front Tow Hook H Front Parking Lamp I Front Right Turn Signal Lamp J Side Repeater Lamp K Side Footstep 3 2 Side Overview U52C02 B A C D F H G E A Spare Wheel B Canopy Flap C Fuel Filler Lid D Reversing Lamp E Rear Stop Brake Lamp F Rear Right Turn Signal Lamp VEHICLE OVERVIEW ...

Page 23: ...3 2 Copyright Mahindra Mahindra Ltd 042015 G Rear Footstep H Rear Tow Hook VEHICLE OVERVIEW ...

Page 24: ...s A All Wheel Drive 4X4 B HighEngineTemp Lamp C Engine Malfunction Lamp OBD D Low Engine Oil Pressure E Headlamp High Beam Indicator F BatteryCharging Lamp G Engine Check Lamp H Parking Brake ON Brake Fluid Low Warning Lamp I Seat Belt Warning Lamp J Water in fuel Warning Lamp K Right Turn Indicator L Left Turn Indicator M Low Fuel Warning Lamp N 4WD Low U5 2 D0 2 M N J I K L A B E G F H D C if eq...

Page 25: ...mp bulb has fused Have the bulb replaced Water in Fuel Filter Warning Lamp Yes Continuously ON Indicates water in fuel filter Drain the water from filter or contact an Authorized Mahindra Dealer for assistance ENGINE Check Engine Lamp Yes Continuously ON or Blinking There is a potential malfunction in the engine system contact an Authorized Mahindra Dealer immediately High Coolant Temperature Warn...

Page 26: ...There is a potential malfunction related to emission control system contact an Authorized Mahindra Dealer immediately Battery Charging Warning Lamp No Pre check Continuously ON Indicates malfunction in the charging system Contact an Authorized Mahindra Dealer for assistance Low Engine Oil Pressure Warning Lamp No Pre check Continuously ON Indicates engine oil pressure is low Check oil level and to...

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Page 28: ...t Your vehicle seats are equipped with head restraints which are vertically adjustable The purpose of these head restraints is to help limit head motion in the event of a rear collision U52E02 Always align top of the head restraint with the top of your head or as close to it as possible To raise lower the head restraint press the lock tab and pull up push down the restraint up Never drive with the...

Page 29: ...e seat belt must pass over your chest and top of your shoulder It must never touch your neck face the side of your shoulder arm or pass under your arm The belt must always be flat against your body and not twisted in any way Nothing such as an arm rest a pocketbook or any external objects should be between you and the seat belt Improper wearing of a seat belt will reduce the protection in an accid...

Page 30: ...be transferred from the belt to the wearer in a collision resulting in serious personal injury Each seat belt is meant for use by one person only Using one seat belt for more than one person at a time is dangerous The seat belt will not be able to spread the impact forces properly leading to serious injuries Seat Belt Usage is Necessary to Reduce the possibility of being thrown from your vehicle R...

Page 31: ...o release the belt press the buckle release button and allow the belt to retract If the belt does not retract smoothly pull it out and check for kinks or twists Then make sure it remains untwisted as it retracts Never insert coins clips etc in the buckle as this may prevent you from properly latching the tab and may cause damage to the buckle mechanism thereby making the seat belt ineffective in a...

Page 32: ...lever away from door and push the door out to open U52G02 To open the door from outside lift the door handle to unlock the door and firmly pull to swing the door open To lock the doors U52G03 The driver door can be locked unlocked from outside using the key Ensure the co driver door is locked from inside before locking the vehicle LOCKS AND KEYS ...

Page 33: ...he tail gate handle outwards unlocks the tail gate and you can swing open the tail gate To lock unlock the tail gate from inside push pull the lock tab on the tail gate down up accordingly U52G06 Swinging the tail gate firmly to its closed position locks the tail gate automatically Driving the vehicle with tail gate in open condition is dangerous Ensure the tail gate is locked before driving away ...

Page 34: ...w mirrors on both the sides facilitate maximum side and rear view information to the driver Both the ORVM s are hinged and may be moved either forward to unfold or rearward to fold Do not overestimate the distance of the objects that you see in the mirrors Objects seen in convex mirrors are much closer than they appear 7 3 Interior Mirror if equipped U52H03 Interior mirror provides rear view infor...

Page 35: ...itch is ON 7 4 2 Turn Signals OFF OFF U52H05 A B A Turn Signal Left B Turn Signal Right After you have completed your turn the stalk will automatically return to the neutral position switching OFF the turn signal lamps If the turn signal lamps on the instrument panel flash faster than normal there may be a possibility that one or more of the turn signal lamp bulbs have blown Replace the blown bulb...

Page 36: ...s ON OFF OFF U52H06 The tail lamp license plate lamp and instrument panel illumination lamps are also activated when the Parking lamp is switched ON 7 4 5 Head Lamp ON OFF OFF U52H07 Head lamp High Low beam OFF OFF U52H08 A B C A Head lamp Flash Pass B Low Beam C High Beam FEATURES AND CONTROL ...

Page 37: ...setting provides good visibility to the driver with minimum inconvenience to other road users To properly aim the head lamp beam use the head lamp leveling switch This switch is located on the right side of the steering column shroud in the instrument panel This switch has five positions marked as 0 1 2 3 4 2 1 0 U52H10 Switch Position Vehicle Loading Condition 0 Driver only 0 Driver Co driver 1 A...

Page 38: ...ON press the switch once All the turn signal lamps flash The instrument cluster turn indicator lamps also flash indicating the same To turn OFF press the switch again Use the hazard warning lamp when your vehicle is stationary or to warn other road users to be cautious while passing your vehicle The turn lamps do not work when the hazard warning lamps are operational 7 4 9 Power Outlet if equipped...

Page 39: ...ic device Using the power outlets when the engine is OFF or leaving the electric device plugged in for many hours may cause the battery to drain Do not use the power outlet to connect electric accessories or equipment that are not designed to operate on 12V Some electronic devices can cause electronic interference when plugged into the power outlet These devices may cause excessive audio noise and...

Page 40: ... or sideward swivelled to one side shade to reduce glare or to shut out direct rays of the sun U52H15 7 6 Horn U52H16 Government of India Ministry of Environment Forests has decided to issue a notification that horn should not be used at night time in silence zones and in residential areas except during a public emergency All Mahindra vehicle owners are advised to follow this regulation thereby he...

Page 41: ...at random on the windscreen When the ignition is switched on again the wiper blades return to the resting position provided the wipe wash stalk is in OFF position Do not operate the wipers when the windshield is dry It may lead to scratches on the glass It is recommended not to use the wiper when the windshield glass is covered with debris snow or leaves Clean the glass before using the wiper to a...

Page 42: ... indicates low or fuel tank empty It is recommended to keep the tank over quarter full always to avoid air lock in fuel system 7 8 2 Speedometer U52H19 The analogue speedometer indicates the current vehicle speed in kilometers per hour The vehicle speed is affected by size of the tires used If the size of the tires are changed from those fitted at the factory the speedometer might not display the ...

Page 43: ...displayed only when the ignition is ON The mode button A is used to cycle through Odometer Trip A Trip B Clock modes 7 8 4 Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge U52H21 Engine coolant temperature gauge indicates the temperature of the engine coolant At normal operating temperature the needle in the gauge is half way between C and H If the needle is all the way at H pull the vehicle to the side and stop ...

Page 44: ... a malfunction in The fuel management system The emission control system Systems which affect emissions Such malfunctions may result in excessive emissions Contact an Authorized Mahindra Dealer immediately Turn Indicators The turn lamp arrows in the instrument cluster flash showing the direction indicated by the turn signals A sudden increase in the rate of flashing indicates failure of one or mor...

Page 45: ... dirt impurities or other items fall into the reservoir Do not leave the cap off for more than a few minutes Any contaminants impurities or moisture in the brake fluid can affect brake operation resulting in an accident If the brake warning lamp comes ON while driving the brake system might not be working properly The pedal might be harder to operate or might go closer to the floor and it can take...

Page 46: ...idle condition for few minutes Check the temperature gauge LCD bars if the temperature has reduced you can continue driving If not contact an Authorised Mahindra Dealer immediately Do not continue driving the vehicle with an overheated engine This may result in engine damage which will not be covered by the warranty Battery Charging System Warning Lamp The battery charging system warning lamp illu...

Page 47: ...this mode gives more traction while driving on cross country roads 4WD Low Lamp 4WD LOW This lamp indicates that the vehicle is running in the 4WD low gear Driving in this mode gives maximum traction while driving on all adverse conditions When 4WD LOW input is active low and it is ON then All Wheel Drive 4X4 is also ON When All Wheel Drive 4X4 input is active low only All Wheel Drive 4X4 tell tal...

Page 48: ...e pull the park brake lever up as firmly as possible When the parking brake is applied with the ignition ON the brake warning lamp in the instrument cluster illuminates To release the parking brake pull the parking brake lever up slightly press the release button on the lever tip and lower the parking brake lever completely The brake warning lamp indicates only the parking brake status It does not...

Page 49: ...ould lose control of the vehicle and cause an accident Although the parking brake is not recommended to stop a moving vehicle if the normal brakes fail the parking brake can be used to stop your vehicle in an emergency However the vehicle s stopping distance increases greatly affecting the handling of the vehicle adversely STEERING AND BRAKES ...

Page 50: ...onditioner can be switched ON OFF by the AC switch Air flow direction can be further controlled by adjusting louvers of air vents Refrigerant used in system is a hazardous liquefied gas and is under high pressure The refrigerant is colorless and has ethereal or faint sweetish odor Exposure of refrigerant to skin or eyes may cause irritation and frostbite They can also cause suffocation dizziness a...

Page 51: ...r flow as required by adjusting the louvers To open close the vent rotate the outer ring on the vent clockwise anti clockwise Windshield Defrost Vents U52K04 There are three windshield defrost vents in your vehicle The windshield defrost vents help in clearing the mist from windshield 9 3 AC ON OFF OFF 1 2 3 A C U52K05 To switch ON the AC set the blower speed and temperature control as required Pr...

Page 52: ...partment Set the blower speed between 1 3 as required To switch OFF the blower set the blower speed to OFF AC will function only when blower is ON 9 5 Cooling Control OFF 1 2 3 A C U52K07 The amount of cooling can be controlled by the cooling control knob Turn Clockwise Extreme Cool Turn Anti Clockwise Normal Cool 9 6 Windshield De mist OFF 1 2 3 A C U52K08 AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM AC ...

Page 53: ...2015 To de mist the front windshield during rains or in cold environments press the windshield de mist button 9 7 Heater OFF 1 2 3 A C U52K09 The heater can be used to heat the inside cabin press the heater button AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM AC ...

Page 54: ...ocked both from inside and outside The Engine Management System controls the engine s idle speed When the engine starts idle RPM runs higher than normal in order to warm the engine The engine idle speed RPM reduces once the engine warms up Never start your vehicle in a closed garage or in an enclosed area Exhaust fumes can be toxic Always keep the garage door open or start the engine in an open ar...

Page 55: ...e LOCK position When the key is removed the steering column lock is activated and the steering wheel cannot be turned Never return the key to the LOCK position or try to remove the key when the vehicle is in motion Removing the key allows the steering wheel to lock You will loose control of the vehicle and may lead to a serious accident Remove the key only when the vehicle is parked 10 3 Starting ...

Page 56: ...rease as the engine warms up Observe the following when the engine is idling All warning lamps are OFF Malfunction lamp MIL is OFF Low oil pressure lamp is OFF After idling for a few seconds follow the below steps to drive away 1 Depress the service brake pedal 2 Release the park brake 3 Depress the clutch pedal 4 Shift the gear to 1st 5 Release the service brake pedal 6 Drive by releasing the clu...

Page 57: ... might be present behind the vehicle Loaded vehicles with a higher center of gravity may handle differently than unloaded vehicles Extra precautions such as slower speeds and increased stopping distance should be taken when driving a heavily loaded vehicle Always slow down in gusty crosswinds Because of its profile and higher center of gravity your vehicle is more sensitive to side winds than an o...

Page 58: ...en backing down a ramp do not allow the exhaust tail pipe to immerse in water Water can wash the grease from wheel bearings causing rusting and premature failure It may also enter the transmission and transfer case reducing the oil s lubricating qualities If these are submerged in water the lubricants should be replaced as required Water entering the transmission will cause deterioration in shift ...

Page 59: ...the Engine Your vehicle is powered by a turbo diesel engine Before turning the engine OFF always allow the engine to return to normal idle speed and run for few seconds This assures proper cooling and lubrication of the turbocharger This is particularly necessary after any hard driving To reduce the risk of personal injury before turning OFF the engine and leaving the vehicle always Keep your righ...

Page 60: ... care not to over rev the engine and do not exceed 20 kmph when driving in this mode When operating your vehicle in 4L the engine speed is considerably higher than that of the 4H position at a given road speed Because the four wheel drive provides improved traction there is a tendency to exceed safe turning and stopping speeds Do not believe than you can go faster than road conditions permit Do no...

Page 61: ...uidible Click will indicate that automatic locking hubs are enganged and therefore power is being transmitted to the front wheels While changing back to the 2WD mode the hubs need to be released To Release the lacking hubs Shift from 4WD to 2WD Reverse the vehicle in a stright line for about a meter An auidble Click will indicate that the hubs have been released Unlocking is necessarily required t...

Page 62: ...ontrol of the vehicle Always descend in gear Do not shift between 4H 4L 4H while vehicle is in motion Always stop the vehicle and then shift the transfer case lever 10 8 Fuel Use commercially available vehicular Ultra low Sulfur Highway Diesel that meets the BIS standard IS 1460 2010 BS IV BS III specification or equivalent Do not fill the fuel tank or mix the fuel with gasoline alcohol based fuel...

Page 63: ...gradually Drive at moderate speeds Revving the engine before turning it off may reduce fuel economy While idling put the gear shift lever in neutral position Resting your foot on the clutch pedal while driving may reduce fuel economy Combine errands and minimize stop and go driving Keep tires properly inflated It is recommended to check your tire pressure in the morning when the tyre is cold Use r...

Page 64: ... tire and air is directly filled in the tire A tube type tire has a tube inside the tire and the tube maintains the air pressure D Max Load Limit Your vehicle is originally equipped with tires supplied by a reputable manufacturer If you ever have any questions regarding your tires please refer to literature supplied by the tire manufacturer or to the separate tire warranty provided by the tire man...

Page 65: ...OL SHELL DOT 4 SHELL SPIRAX S3 ATF MD3 AXLE TRANSMISSION BRAKE CLUTCH POWER STRG ENG COOLANT RECOMMENDED OIL THAR CRDe REAR FRONT TYRE PRESSURE Kg cm 2 ps i UNLADEN TYRE SIZE 235 70 R16 TUBELESS 2 4 34 2 4 34 2 4 34 2 4 34 LADEN U52M03 TIRE INFLATION PRESSURE kg cm 2 Psi Front 2 4 kg cm 2 35 Psi Rear 2 4 kg cm 2 35 Psi Tire Label Vehicle Placard tells you important information about tire size desi...

Page 66: ...operation of your vehicle Three primary areas are affected by improper tire pressure Safety Economy Ride Comfort and Vehicle Stability Proper tire inflation contributes to a comfortable and safe ride Overinflating produces a jarring and uncomfortable ride Both underinflation and overinflation affect the stability of the vehicle and can produce a feeling of sluggish response or over responsiveness ...

Page 67: ...may result in unnecessary tire stress irregular wear loss of vehicle control and accidents Always inflate your tires to the recommended pressure even if it is less than the maximum inflation pressure information found on the tire The recommended tire inflation pressure is found on the Tire Label which is located on the front passenger side inner B pillar Failure to follow the tire pressure recomme...

Page 68: ...This can cause unpredictable handling stress to steering and suspension components You could lose control of the vehicle or the tire can unexpectedly fail resulting in an accident and or personal injury Replacing original tires with tires of a different size may result in false speedometer and odometer readings 11 2 6 Snow Chains Snow chains cannot be used on these tires In case of harsh winter dr...

Page 69: ...especially worthwhile with aggressive tread designs such as those on On Off road type tires V W12L10 Vehicle Rear Vehicle Front Rotation will increase tread life help to maintain mud snow and wet traction levels and contribute to a smooth quiet ride Follow the recommended tire rotation frequency for your type of driving More frequent rotation is permissible if desired The reasons for any rapid or ...

Page 70: ...luminate glow dim or go OFF when the starter is cranked the battery is weak or discharged Try jump starting Follow Jump starting instructions given later in this chapter 4 Check the fuses in the Engine Compartment Fuse Box and Central Fuse Box If the engine cranks normally but does not start 1 If the lamp illumination is normal engine is cranking normally but the engine does not start even after r...

Page 71: ...f the hot zone clockwise end Wait till the engine coolant temperature drops sufficiently such that the needle in the temperature gauge is around halfway between C and H Now switch the engine OFF and carefully open the bonnet hood to visibly inspect the engine cooling system parts Be cautious while doing an inspection as vehicle parts will still be too hot Verify that the engine coolant level in th...

Page 72: ...lp If it cranks slowly or not at all you probably have a dead battery Open the bonnet and locate the battery near the left side fender Identify the positive and negative terminals The positive terminal will be marked with a plus sign and will usually have a RED cable attached on it The negative terminal will be marked with a minus sign and will usually have a BLACK cable attached to it Check the p...

Page 73: ...mp to a piece of grounded metal on the dead vehicle preferably shiny metal not painted or oily that is attached to the engine Usually a nut bolt or other protruding shiny metal will work You may see a small spark when you connect to a good ground As a last resort you may connect to the negative post of the dead battery but this risks igniting hydrogen gas coming off the battery Make sure none of t...

Page 74: ... of high voltage or it could lead to personal injury While disconnecting always disconnect the VE terminal first and while connecting always connect the VE terminal last Towing a vehicle to start could be dangerous The vehicle being towed could surge forward when the engine starts causing the tow vehicles to collide injuring the occupants Modern vehicles with electronic management systems should n...

Page 75: ...h ends These hooks go around parts of the frame or suspension and lift the end of the vehicle off the ground This is not a good method of towing as it may damage the vehicle s suspension and body Avoid a tow with sling type equipment 12 6 2 Towing your Vehicle during Emergency U52M06 B 139 If your vehicle needs to be towed call a professional towing service If a towing service is unavailable in an...

Page 76: ... Also the wheels axles drive train steering and brakes must all be in good working condition Avoid sudden starts or erratic driving maneuvers which would place excessive stress on the towing hook and towing cable or chain resulting in breaking of the hook or the chain If the engine is not running the power assist for the steering and brakes will not be functional making it harder to steer or brake...

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Page 78: ...to meet the maintenance requirements on your vehicle reliably and economically Get the most from your vehicle with routine maintenance Routine maintenance is the best way to help ensure you get the performance dependability long life and better resale value you expect from your vehicle This is exactly why we ve put together this Maintenance Section It outlines the services required to properly mai...

Page 79: ...n the Service Coupon Booklet will invalidate warranty coverage on parts affected by the lack of maintenance We can t stress enough how important it is to keep records of all maintenance Damage or failures due to neglect or lack of proper maintenance are not covered under warranty Keeping maintenance records is easy with the service coupon booklet It s important to document the maintenance of your ...

Page 80: ...Getting your vehicle serviced at an Authorized Mahindra Dealer adds great value to your vehicle in number of ways Hence it is recommended to service your vehicle at an Authorized Mahindra Dealer only 13 1 5 Vehicle Self Maintenance General Precautions Refer to relevant sections of the manual before starting Set the parking brake Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving unexpectedly Turn...

Page 81: ...e hood could open while the vehicle is being driven causing a total loss of visibility resulting in an accident Do not move the vehicle with the hood in the raised position as vision is obstructed Follow the below steps to close the hood 1 Pull the hood down to a few inches above its fully closed position 2 Now release the hood and allow it to fall by its own weight The secondary latch is engaged ...

Page 82: ...C A Air Cleaner Assembly G Engine Oil Engine Oil Filling B Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir H Dipstick Engine Oil Level Checking C Brake Fluid Reservoir I Battery D Air Filter Service Indicator J Degassing Tank Coolant Filling E Power Steering Fluid Reservoir K Engine Compartment Fuse Box F Clutch Fluid Reservoir MAINTENANCE ...

Page 83: ...d Mahindra Dealer or a qualified service shop immediately Make these checks only with adequate ventilation if you intend to run the engine In the Engine Compartment Front windshield washer fluid level Engine coolant level Battery condition Brake Clutch fluid level Engine oil level Power steering fluid level Fluid leaks Hoses joints and pipes for any abnormalities Inside the Vehicle Lights Warning ...

Page 84: ...ems of intake valves Some of this oil is sucked into the combustion chamber together with the intake air and is burnt there Engine oil consumption depends upon the viscosity and quality of the oil and upon the conditions in which the vehicle is driven Oil consumption will be more due to high speed driving and frequent acceleration and deceleration A new engine may consume more oil since its piston...

Page 85: ...engine cools down and hence coolant temperature comes down to normal room temperature The coolant level should be between MIN and MAX marking provided on the coolant recovery tank In case the coolant level is below the MIN marking the coolant should be topped up The coolant should be filled till the level rises above the MIN but remain below the MAX marking on the coolant recovery tank However if ...

Page 86: ...eration could be spongy Top up the recommended brake fluid till the MAX mark or contact an Authorized Mahindra Dealer immediately Carefully clean the cap on the reservoir before you remove it and be sure no debris fall in the reservoir Do not keep the reservoir open for longer than necessary to add brake fluid Use only brake fluid that meets Mahindra specifications Refer to the Lubricant and Capac...

Page 87: ... vehicle with power steering fluid below the minimum mark will damage steering system Use only recommended power steering fluid Do not use other types of power steering fluids which may damage the power steering system POW ER STEERIN G FLUID OP EN CLOSE U52N10 The fluid level in the reservoir should be checked on a level surface with the engine OFF to prevent injury from moving parts and to ensure...

Page 88: ...ection Failure to use washer fluid with anti freeze protection in cold weather could result in impaired windshield vision and increase the risk of injury or accident 13 5 10 Checking the Wiper Blades Lift the wiper arm from its position Expose the blade lip for inspection Clean the wiper blade lips with water applied with a soft sponge If the wiper blade is not wiping the glass satisfactorily or i...

Page 89: ...ttery in the engine bay Unscrew the drain nut below the pump by 1 2 turns and observe fuel flow If there is no fuel flow or intermittent flow close the drain nut and pump the fuel filter top face repeatedly using your palm Again check for fuel flow by unscrewing the drain nut Once the flow is normal tighten the drain nut and try starting the engine If it fails drain pump few more times and retry I...

Page 90: ...r into the new bulb of the same wattage and follow the reverse procedure to assemble the bulb assembly in the headlight assembly Clamp the bulb assembly by wire clamp properly Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers Oil contamination will severely shorten bulb life If the bulb comes in contact with any oily surface clean the bulb with rubbing alcohol MAINTENANCE ...

Page 91: ... the head restraints move up and down smoothly and that the locks hold securely in any latched position 13 7 4 Seat Belts Check that the seat belt system such as buckles retractors and anchors operate properly and smoothly Make sure the belt webbing is not cut frayed worn or damaged 13 7 5 Accelerator Pedal Check the pedal for smooth operation uneven pedal effort or stickiness Check the foot well ...

Page 92: ...erminal is connected last It is recommended that the negative battery cable terminal be disconnected from the battery if you plan to store your vehicle for an extended period of time This will minimize the discharge of your battery during storage Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution do not allow battery acid to contact eyes skin or clothing Don t lean over battery when attaching clamps or al...

Page 93: ...c gravity at intervals of three months Check all the six cells for proper electrolyte levels If the level is below the lower marker add distilled water until the level reaches the upper marker Adding distilled water Remove the vent plugs Add distilled water to all the cells that require the fluid and secure the plugs properly 13 10 Appearance Care and Protection 13 10 1 Washing the Exterior Wash y...

Page 94: ...s you can also apply a coating of Premium Liquid Wax available at your Authorized Mahindra Dealer or an equivalent quality product to help protect from environmental effects 13 10 4 Paint Chips Mahindra dealers have the exact touch up paint to match your vehicle s color Take your vehicle to an Authorized Mahindra Dealer for paint touch up or paint repairs Remove particles such as bird droppings tr...

Page 95: ...hield and wiper blades with clean water The windshield is clean if beads do not form when you rinse the windshield with water Do not use sharp objects such as a razor blade to remove decals as it may cause damage to the glass or rear windshield heater grid lines if equipped 13 10 8 Instrument Panel Interior Trim and Cluster Lens Do not use chemical solvents or strong detergents when cleaning the s...

Page 96: ...n especially for vehicles in coastal places 13 11 Air Conditioning System Maintenance Your vehicle s air conditioning is a sealed system Any major maintenance such as recharging should be done by a qualified technician However you can do a few things by yourself to make sure the air conditioning works efficiently Run the air conditioning system at least once a week even during the cold weather mon...

Page 97: ...tes as well Start up the air conditioner and or heater and run both for 10 minutes or so Again circulating fluids is essential for good life of the system If your vehicle has power steering you may want to turn the wheels a few times to keep the fluids flowing 13 13 4 Exterior Wash and wax your car to provide an extra layer of protection to your paint 13 13 5 Vinyl and Rubber Use a good conditione...

Page 98: ...vice to be availed 10000 kms 3rd free service to be availed 20000 kms 13 14 1 Scheduled Maintenance The scheduled maintenance jobs listed in the Scheduled Maintenance Chart are those required to be carried out at regular predetermined intervals To make sure that your vehicle runs efficiently all the time follow the maintenance schedule The service interval for the scheduled maintenance is determin...

Page 99: ...ry 20 000 kms R R R R R R Auto Tensioner Replace every 1 00 000 kms R Accessory Drive Belts Replace every 1 00 000 kms R Coolant 3 Replace at 60 000 kms then every 80 000 kms I I I I I I R I I I I AIR FUEL AND EXHAUST Air Filter Element 5 Replace every 40 000 kms R R Fuel Filter Element Replace every 20 000 kms R R R R R Fuel Tank Stainer C Water In Fuel Filter D I I I I I I TRANSMISSION Manual Tr...

Page 100: ... Clutch Fluid Level And LeakB Replace every 40 000 kms or every 1 year I I I R I I I R I I Brake Pads Calipers Inspect every 20 000 kms I I I I I Brake Liners Drums Inspect every 20 000 kms I I I I I Parking Brake I I I I I I SUSPENSION Front Suspension Bolt Torque I I I I I I I Suspension Bushes Shackle Pivot Inspect every 20 000 kms I I I I I STEERING Power Steering Fluid Level And Leak Inspect ...

Page 101: ...All Nuts And Bolts For Tightness I I I I I I I Exhaust Pipe Mountings and Damage Leakage I I I I I I I Road Test I I I I I I I I I I I On chargeable basis 5 Under extreme operating conditions replace air filter every 35 000 kms 1 Change as per the kms or 1 year whichever earlier B Change brake and clutch fluid every 40 000 km or every 1 yr whichever earlier Subsequent change every 80 000 km 2 Chan...

Page 102: ...7 Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge 7 10 Engine Oil 13 7 Engine Oil Consumption 13 7 Exterior Chrome 13 17 Exterior Lamps 7 2 F Fastening Unfastening the Seat Belt 5 3 Features and Control 7 1 Flat Tire 2 6 Fluid Leaks 13 7 Front Doors 6 1 Front Overview 3 1 Fuel 10 9 Fuel Filter Bleeding Priming 13 12 Fuel Gauge 7 9 Fuses and Relays 2 3 G Gear Shifting 10 3 General Driving Precautions 10 4 General...

Page 103: ... 1 Shifting Procedure 10 7 Side Overview 3 1 Snow Chains 11 5 Speedometer 7 9 Starting and Driving the Vehicle 10 1 Starting the Engine 10 2 Steering and Brakes 8 1 Stopping the Engine 10 6 Suggestions for Obtaining Service for your Vehicle 13 1 T Tailgate 6 2 Technical Specifications 2 10 Tips for Better Fuel Economy 10 10 Tire Pressure 11 1 11 3 Tire Rotation Recommendations 11 5 To Owner s of a...

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