TATA Motors Indigo eCS, Owner'S Manual & Service Book

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STARTING & DRIVING THE CAR
PREPARING TO DRIVE
Preparing to Drive :
The following checks and adjustments should be carried
out before you start driving the car.
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Ensure that the windshield, all mirrors, windows and
outside lights are clean. Check & adjust rear view mirrors.
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Ensure that the windshield washer reservoir is full.
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Ensure that the bonnet is properly closed.
NOTICE
Do not put excessive pressure on top of bonnet to avoid
damage.
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Check that any items that you may be carrying inside,
are fully secured.
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Check & adjust seat.
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Ensure that all doors are locked properly.
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Fasten seat belt properly.
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Ensure that all gauges and indicator lights are working.
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Check for blind areas being unobstructed in front and
rear of the car.
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Release the parking brake.
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Before driving off check in the rear view mirror, for
oncoming traffic. Switch on side indicator signal when
getting into main stream of traffic.
Running-in instructions :
During running-in period i.e. first 1000 km. follow the running-
in instructions given below :
1. After starting the engine do not rev it up. Warm up
gradually at idling speed.
2. Avoid sudden acceleration and full throttle.
3. It is always preferred not to rev up a cold engine lest
engine bearings get affected.
Recommended car speeds during running-in period
for diesel and petrol versions :
DIESEL PETROL
TCIC COMMON RAIL MPFI
Gear
Speed (kmph) Speed (kmph) Speed (kmph)
1st 20 20 20
2nd 40 40 40
3rd 60 60 60
4th 80 80 80
5th 90 90 90