Mahindra XUV500, Руководство пользователя

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DRIVING AND OPERATION
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Catalytic Converter
The catalytic converter is an emission
control equipment fitted in the exhaust
s y s t e m t h a t r e d u c e s p o l l u t a n t s b y
converting poisonous exhaust emissions
from the engine into less environment
polluting gases. It converts harmful
unburnt hydrocarbons, carbon monoxide
and oxides of nitrogen into harmless
carbon dioxide, water vapor and nitrogen.
Care and maintenance to minimise the
possibility of damage.
•
Maintain the engine in the proper
operating condition
• Consult an Authorised Mahindra
Dealer at the earliest in the event of
irregular running of engine following
a cold start, a significant loss of the
vehicle drivability or other unusual
malfunctions
CAUTION
• Avoid jump starting of the engine
by pushing or towing the vehicle or
by coasting downhill
• Avoid frequent cold starts
• E v e n i f t h e e m i s s i o n c o n t r o l
system is operating properly, under
certain engine operating conditions
there may be an unusual exhaust
smell from the vehicle
• If the exhaust smells / fumes are
detected inside the vehicle, drive
the vehicle with windows fully open
and have the cause immediately
checked and rectified.
WARNING
H i g h t e m p e r a t u r e i n c a t a l y t i c
converters (in very unfavorable
conditions) may cause fire if it
comes in contact with inflammable
materials. Therefore the vehicle
should be parked in such a way that
the catalytic converter does not
come in contact with inflammable
materials such as grass, leaves,
paper or rags.