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Do not continue cranking after the engine has started. This will lead to
damage of the starter and other engine components.
7.
If the engine fails to start, attempt to restart after about 10 seconds
8.
If the engine fails to start even after repeated attempts as per the procedure
given above, contact the nearest Authorized Mahindra Dealer
To prevent damage to the starter, wait 10 seconds before attempting to
restart the engine.
If the vehicle battery has discharged, use booster cables, a booster battery or a
battery from another vehicle to start. Jump starting a vehicle can be dangerous
if done improperly. Refer to the ‘Jump Starting’ section in this manual.
If the engine still fails to start, contact an Authorized Mahindra Dealer for assistance.
11.4 Engine Idling
The idle speed is controlled automatically and it will decrease as the engine warms
up.
Observe the following when the engine is running;
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All warning lamps are OFF
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Low oil pressure lamp is OFF
Avoid full throttle operation when the engine is cold and prolonged idling at low
ambient temperatures. Long periods of idling may be harmful to your engine.
Combustion chamber temperatures can drop so low that the fuel may not burn
completely. Incomplete combustion allows carbon and varnish to form on piston
rings and injector nozzles. Also, the unburned fuel can enter the crankcase, diluting
the oil and causing rapid wear to the engine.
Driving
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After idling for a few seconds, release the parking brake, depress the clutch,
shift the gear shift lever to 1st gear, release the service brake pedal, drive by
releasing the clutch and depressing the accelerator pedal simultaneously.
11.5 Stopping the Engine
Your vehicle is powered by a turbo diesel engine. Before turning the engine OFF,
always allow the engine to return to normal idle speed and run for few seconds. This
ensures proper cooling and lubrication of the turbocharger. This is particularly
necessary after hard driving.
To reduce the risk of personal injury, before turning OFF the engine and leaving
the vehicle, always,
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Keep your right foot on the service brake pedal
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Turn the front wheels towards the road curb
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Switch OFF the ignition, turn the key to the steering lock position and remove the
key
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Firmly engage the parking brake
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Move the gear shift lever to the 1
st
gear position (reverse gear if parking on an
incline)
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Slowly release the service brake pedal
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Lock your vehicle when leaving
STARTING AND DRIVING THE VEHICLE
