TATA Motors TIGOR EV 2021, Owner'S Manual

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the parking brake and depress the accel-
erator pedal to start off.
On climbing sharp gradients, never hold
the vehicle at a stop using only the accel-
erator pedal or the creeping function.
Descending Sharp Gradients
Always ensure the Gear Knob is selected
in either D or S or R depending on the di-
rection. Do not shift the Gear Knob to N
while descending, as reverse current from
motor can damage the electronic compo-
nents. Whenever need to decrease the
speed press the brake as desired.
Driving on Gradients
When climbing gradient, the vehicle may
begin to slow down and show a lack of
power. If this happens, apply power
smoothly so that there is no loss of trac-
tion.
When driving down a hill, do not drive in
neutral gear or switch off the motor.
Driving on Highway
Stopping distance progressively, in-
creases with vehicle speed. Maintain a
sufficient distance between your vehicle
and the vehicle ahead.
For long distance driving, perform safety
checks before starting a trip and take rest
at certain intervals to prevent fatigue.
SEAT BELTS
This section of user manual gives the in-
formation about your vehicle seat belt,
airbag and Child restraints system. Please
read and follow all these instructions care-
fully to minimize risk of severe may cause
serious or fatal injury /casualty or death.
Seat belts are the primary restraints •
system in the vehicle. All occupants,
including the driver, should always
wear their seat belts to minimize the
risk of injury.
Sit back and adjust the front seat. •
Make sure that your seat is adjusted to
a good driving position and the back of
the seat is up-right.
Buckling the Shoulder Seatbelt
Grasp the tongue and slowly pull out •
the seat belt over the shoulder and
across the chest. When the seat belt is
long enough to fit, put the tongue into
the lock buckle until you hear a
“CLICK” which indicates that the seat
belt is securely locked.
Position the lap portion of seat belt •
WARNING
On long and steep gradients you must
reduce the load on the brakes by taking
your foot off the accelerator pedal. This
allows you to take advantage of regen-
erative braking effect and helps avoid
overheating of service brakes resulting
in reduced braking efficiency.
SAFETY
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