TATA Motors INDICA VISTA, Owner'S Manual

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BRAKES & BRAKING STARTING & DRIVING
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the engine help with the braking. Do
not forget that, if you are towing, the
brakes will be subjected to a greater
than normal load.
WARNINGS
If you shift gear down on a slippery
road surface in an attempt to
increase the engine's braking effect,
the wheels could lose their grip. This
may lead to increased danger of
skidding and accidents. Do not shift
down for additional engine braking
on a slippery road surface.
NOTE
Occasional brake noise is normal.
If a squeal metal-to-metal,
continuous grinding sound is
present; the brake linings may be
worn-out and should be inspected
by an authorized TATA MOTORS
dealer or If the vehicle has
continuous vibration or shudder in
the steering wheel while braking, the
vehicle should be inspected by
authorized TATA MOTORS dealer.
BRAKES & BRAKING:
The brake system on your vehicle is
an advanced dual circuit, diagonal split
vacuum assisted hydraulic brake
system.
It is equipped with:
•
Brake booster : Assists the driver
in braking with an ergonomic pedal
force on brake pedal;
•
Tandem Master Cylinder, for fail
safe braking.
•
Single pot calipers, for efficient
energy absorption.
•
Auto adjusted rear brakes which
are designed for trouble free
performance
WARNINGS
Never use the brake pedal as a
footrest. Never depress the brake
pedal and the accelerator pedal at
the same time.
Water on brake discs and brake
pads affects braking:
Driving in rain and slush or in a vehicle
wash can cause water to collect on
the brake discs and pads. This will
cause a delay in braking effect when
the pedal is depressed. To avoid such
a delay when the brakes are needed,
depress the pedal occasionally when
driving through rain, slush etc.
This will remove the water from the
brakes. Check that brake application
feels normal. This should also be done
after washing or starting in very damp
or cold weather.
Severe strain on the brake system:
The brakes will be subject to severe
strain when driving in mountains or
hilly areas, or when towing. Vehicle
speed is usually slower, which means
that the cooling of the brakes is less
efficient than when driving on level
roads. To reduce the strain on the
brakes, shift into a lower gear and let