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3.2 Driving
Driving
We, therefore, recommended to
drive in fifth gear at a steady speed
of about 70 kmph. Optimum fuel
consumption is achieved at this
speed
CAUTION DURING RUNNING IN
PERIOD
During first 2,000 km. observe
following speed and load limits.
Speed
Not more than 70 kmph in top gear
and correspondingly lesser in lower
gears.
Load
Gross vehicle weight should not
exceed 2/3 of max. recommended
gross vehicle weight.
Brakes
Avoid panic braking during first
500 kms. Drive in lower gears when
negotiating steep down gradient,
thus avoiding excessive braking and
brake drum over heating.
8.
Application of brakes
Brake application should be
gradual to avoid fast wear of
brake linings, brake drums and
tyres. Brake should not be
applied too violently on a
slippery road, since the vehicle
may then start skidding.
When driving down a long steep
gradient, reduce vehicle speed
by shifting to lower gear.
Engine will provide a braking
effect. Do not ride brakes. This
will lead to over heating of brake
drums and linings resulting in
low brake efficiency.
9.
Parking the vehicle
Apply parking brake. Keep
engine in low idling speed at
least for three minutes (Turbo
charged engine). Switch off
engine. Remove key from
steering lock cum ignition
switch. While parking on slopes,
place wheel chokes to prevent
vehicle rolling. Engage forward
gear if it is likely to roll in the
reverse direction or vice versa.
