TATA Motors Aria, Owner'S Manual & Service Book, Page: 108 / 172

DRIVING
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SAFETY CHECKS BEFORE DRIVING:
Check :
1. Tyre pressure and condition of tyres.
2. Coolant level.
3. Engine oil level.
4. Brake fluid level.
5. Water in windshield washer reservoir.
6. Power steering oil level.
7. Battery electrolyte level.
8. Ensure sufficient Fuel.
Adjust:
1. Adjust your seat position.
2. Check adjustment of all rear view
mirrors.
3. Check and adjust steering height.
Ensure:
1. Bonnet is properly closed and locked.
2. All doors are properly closed and
locked.
3. Check that the items you may be
carrying inside with you are stored
properly or fastened securely.
4. Seat belts are fastened.
5. All mirrors, windows and outside lights
are clean and unobstructed. Remove
dust, frost, snow or ice if any, on
these.
6. All switches and lamps are working
7. All the gauges and indicators in the
instrument cluster are working.
8. Gear shift lever is in neutral position.
9. Parking brake is released.
W i n d s h i e l d / w i p e r / w i n d s h i e l d
washer:
Always keep windshield glass clean to
avoid any distortion in visibility. Ensure
proper working of wipers and condition
of wiper blade. Ensure that windshield
washer reservoir is full. Do not operate
wiper alone when the windshield glass
is dry, this may damage the windshield.
Headlights:
Keep headlight lenses clean. Check for
operation of headlamps in both high/low
beam condition. Check for correct
focusing of headlamps. Use only
recommended type of bulbs. Do not use
the high beam unless it is inevitable, as
its dazzle may glare the driver of an
oncoming vehicle, thus causing an
accident.
Side indicators / Hazard warning:
Ensure that all side indicators/ hazard
warning lights are in working condition
and they are used when required.
Horn:
Ensure the horn is working properly.
Horn provides safety to other road users
by alerting your presence.
Brakes:
Ensure brakes are working properly. Do
not drive the vehicle when brake
warning lamp is ‘ON’.
Tyres:
Check the condition of tyres for any
abnormalities. Maintain correct tyre
pressure. Do not use worn or bald tyres,
especially on the front wheels.
SAFETY CHECKS