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Mahindra THAR 2009 Owner's Manual

Summary of THAR 2009

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    Issued : september 2009 mahindra thar owner's manual.

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    (2) foreword thank you for buying a mahindra vehicle. We trust it meets your expectations & will provide you with years of enjoyable motoring. This owner's manual has been prepared for the reference of the owner & it is hoped that this will enable him to acquire working knowledge of mahindra thar co...

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    (3) contents do's & don'ts maintenance procedure z vehicle maintenance when out of use z engine z clutch z steering system z tyres z electrical equipments service data z recommended lubricants z bulb specification z maintenance schedule information to owner z manufacturer's warranty z scope of warra...

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    Mahindra & mahindra ltd, international operations,mahindra towres, 2nd floor, automotive sector, worli,mumbai 400089, india warrants to retail purchaser of the motor vehicle branded as ‘ mahindrathar ‘(hereinafter referred to as ‘vehicle’) to be free from defects in material and workmanship under no...

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    This warranty shall not apply to and company shall in no way be liable for any vehicle which shall have been repaired outside and authorised company’s service station or which has been altered or modified or built upon in any way or which has been subjected to misuse, negligence or accident. This wa...

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    E) the purchaser shall at all times in the operation of vehicle use only those brands of lubricating oils, lubricants or fuel, as recommended by the company, f) the judgement of the company or its auhtoirsed dealers in all cases of claims shall be final and conclusive and the purchaser agrees to acc...

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    C) door and windshield glass breakage and fused bulbs are not covered under warranty. D) normal maintenance service replacement items : filters, brake or clutch innings, wiper blades, belts, cables, spring bushings, u-joints cross, water pump kits, tie rod ends, bell-crank kit, hoses, kits and bulbs...

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    (8) mahindra thar nef crde 2.49l engine engine specification cylinder block - cast iron cylinder liner - wet replaceable crank shaft - forged steel, 5 bearing journal connecting rods - forged steel main bearings - aluminium tin si pistons - aluminium cylinder head - cast iron cam shaft - chilled cas...

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    (9) mahindra thar dimensions : vehicle specification bolero thar dimensions mm wheel base (wb) 2426 overall length (ol) 3920 overall height (oh) 1928 tread - front (t) 1445 tread - rear (r) 1336 ground clearance (g) 200 overhang front (of) 580 overhang rear (or) 930 approach angle (aa) 46 0 departur...

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    Model features table description mahindra bolero thar engine nef crde 2.49 litres transmission ngt 530r axle ratio 4.3 : 1 steering power steering air conditioning system heater transfer case for 4wd manual shift ( standard ) (10) mahindra thar.

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    (11) mahindra thar z chassis number / vin number the vehicle chassis number is stamped on the right side chassis member below the front fender. It is also stamped on the name, number & instruction plate located on the right side of the engine compartment for lhd vehicle & on left side of the engine ...

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    (12) mahindra thar instruments 1 . S p e e d o m e t e r 2 . O d o m e t e r 3 . Tripmeter/reset knob 4 . Fuel gauge 5 . Temperature gauge 6 . T a c h o m e t e r i n s t r u m e n t s i n s t r u m e n t s i n s t r u m e n t s i n s t r u m e n t s i n s t r u m e n t s instruments instruments ins...

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    (13) mahindra thar instruments . 1 . 1 . 1 . 1 . 1 . Odometer/trip meter selector knob odometer/trip meter selector knob odometer/trip meter selector knob odometer/trip meter selector knob odometer/trip meter selector knob the speedometer indicates vehicle speed in km/h. The odometer records the tot...

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    (14) mahindra thar indications of warning lamps 1. Check engine malfunction mil : 1. Check engine malfunction mil : 1. Check engine malfunction mil : 1. Check engine malfunction mil : 1. Check engine malfunction mil : when the lamp lights up and glows continuously indicates engine fault (other than ...

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    (15) mahindra thar 5. Low engine oil pressure warning light : 5. Low engine oil pressure warning light : 5. Low engine oil pressure warning light : 5. Low engine oil pressure warning light : 5. Low engine oil pressure warning light : lights up when the ignition switch is in the ign position, goes of...

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    (16) mahindra thar 7. Engine coolant temperature gauge : 7. Engine coolant temperature gauge : 7. Engine coolant temperature gauge : 7. Engine coolant temperature gauge : 7. Engine coolant temperature gauge : indicates the temperature of the engine’s coolant. At normal operating temperature 6 bars w...

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    (17) mahindra thar instruments (with digital cluster) 9. Seat belt warning : 9. Seat belt warning : 9. Seat belt warning : 9. Seat belt warning : 9. Seat belt warning : the light reminds to fasten seat belts & it will light up when the driver has not worn the seat belt with the ignition key is ign p...

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    (18) mahindra thar controls heater controls : heater controls : heater controls : heater controls : heater controls : 1. Heater switch : the knob is turned clockwise, the heater comes ‘on’. 2. Blower switch : air flow can be controlled in three stages - low, medium, high. 3. Lock & unlock the steeri...

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    (19) mahindra thar bonnet locking / unlocking : bonnet locking / unlocking : bonnet locking / unlocking : bonnet locking / unlocking : bonnet locking / unlocking : to open : pull the release lever located below the instrument panel on right side for rhd vehicle and on left side for lhd vehicle. Then...

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    (20) mahindra thar side ventilation louver central ventilation louver z z z z z centre & side vents the airflow volume can be adjusted with the rotary controls at the sides. The air vanes can be adjusted horizontally & vertically by swivelling the vents up / down or sideways. For up/down or sideways...

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    (21) mahindra thar steering column controls - combination switch.

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    (22) mahindra thar 1. Internal rear view mirror : adjust the rear view mirror, in the day position, by slightly turning or twisting it untill you see the road behind clearly through the rear glass. Z caution: do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is moving. If doing so may cause the driver to m...

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    (23) mahindra thar guidelines on driving take the following friendly notes as a guideline for driving & enjoy the journey. Every normal precautions should be observed during driving the vehicle. Hints to driver z ensure oil, collant, fuel, fluid levels and carry out other daily checks (e.G. Tyre pre...

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    (24) mahindra thar stopping. Not doing so may lead to premature failure of the turbo-charger bearing. Starting in cold weather or at high altitudes to start the engine in cold conditions z turn off all accessories to reduce drain on the battery z push the accelerator pedal halfway to the floor and h...

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    (25) mahindra thar instructions for driving in the running : you can assure that your vehicle’s reliability and performance by paying extra attention to how you drive during the first 1,000 km. (600 miles). Follow these instructions during this period. Z after starting the engine, do not rev it up; ...

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    Z vehicle is fitted with 5 speed synchromesh gear box & standard transfer case (in case of 4wd) z on these vehicle, the gear positions are marked on the gear lever knob. 5 speed transmission with transfer case it gives a choice of 15 forward & 3 reverse power comibinations with the addition of stand...

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    Mud, snow & sand shift to 4wdh range first gear when traversing without load. Do not shift into any lower gear than is necessary to maintain headway. Tyre pressure may be reduced by about 0.7 kg/ cm2 (10 psi), if additional floatation is required. Up hill shift to 4wdl range, second gear. Drop down ...

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    Driving in wet weather / snowy conditions wet weather or snow can be dangerous for driving. The following tips tell you how to avoid accidents in such conditions : z drive slowly : low driving speed increases the surface of tyre tread in contact with the road and provides better traction. Z maintain...

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    Driving tips z exercise extra caution while driving in rain after a long dry spell. After months of dry weather, the first rains bring grime to the surface of the roads, making it slippery. Z while driving on wet surfaces, downshift carefully. If the traction is low it can lock up the drive wheels f...

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    Shifting driving modes shifting driving modes shifting driving modes shifting driving modes shifting driving modes manual shifting of driving modes ( in vehciles with manual 4wd shift lever) manual shifting of driving modes ( in vehciles with manual 4wd shift lever) manual shifting of driving modes ...

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    Wheel locking hubs (only for 4wd vehicles) wheel locking hubs (only for 4wd vehicles) wheel locking hubs (only for 4wd vehicles) wheel locking hubs (only for 4wd vehicles) wheel locking hubs (only for 4wd vehicles) automatic locking hubs automatic locking hubs automatic locking hubs automatic lockin...

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    4l - 4l - 4l - 4l - 4l - (4wd, low mode) four wheels are driven. Use while climbing or descending steep hills, or during hard driving in sand, mud or deep snow. The ‘4l’ position provides maximum traction. Avoid execessive speed when driving in ‘4l’ mode. N- n- n- n- n- (only for manual shift transf...

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    The belt allows considerable freedom of body movement to driver or passenger whilst the vehicle is going at a constant speed & in a straight line. The belt will get locked, if there is any rapid change in direction or speed. Seat belt fitting in order to fit the belt draw the tongue & webbing across...

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    As the owner of the vehicle you are responsible for maintaining the vehicle in good condition & low emissions from the vehicle. Here are few tips for lower emissions from your vehicle z maintain the recommended tyre pressure. Get the tyre pressure checked perioidically. Z clean/replace the air filte...

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    Caution z avoid use of high sulphur diesel. Use only diesel with sulphur content below 500 ppm. Z avoid frequent cold starts. Z avoid starting the engine by pushing or towing the vehicle, or by coasting down a hill. Z do not switch off the engine or interrupt the ignition when the gearbox is engaged...

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    Do's & dont 's do's 1. Use recommended lubricants only. Replace oil in engine, gear box, rear axle, steering box, master cylinder & oil bath air cleaner periodically as per schedule. 2. Use only genuine oil filter & fuel filter elements. 3. In order to obtain trouble free & enhanced engine life, cle...

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    Maintenance procedure vehicle maintenance when out of use engine - start & run the engine a few minutes once in a week. Drive the vehicle a little forward & backward once a fortnight. Cooling system - add coolant and water in the ratio indicated in section ‘radiator’. Electrical - disconnect the ter...

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    The air filter is located on the right hand (rh) side of the engine compartment. A dry type air filter is used. Air filter service indicator (si) is fitted on the hose between the air filter and engine. This service indicator has to be checked at every 5000 km. To confirm that red band does not appe...

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    Radiator z use always clean water. Z flush the radiator once in a year. Z never pour cold water into warm engine. Z keep the radiator area free of insects & other things that restrict air circulation. Note : the cooling system should be filled with blend of clean water with ethylene glycol based coo...

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    Fuel injection system : fuel injection system : fuel injection system : fuel injection system : fuel injection system : fuel injection pump (fip) is of a rotary type. Make : bosch z fip is made out of finely machined, close tolerance components, & is lubricated by the diesel fuel used in the engine ...

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    Z maintain a clean air-cleaner; clogged air-cleaner decreases the amount of air supplied to the engine, resulting in incomplete combustion and thus, wastage of fuel. Z anticipate traffic conditions; avoid traffic congestions whenver and wherever possible. This would lead to considerable fuel savings...

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    Z avoid looseness in the steering system. Adjust various connections including the front wheel bearings. Z check the wheel alignment by the use of wheel alignment device (available in most equipped shops). Z correct toe-in for front wheels (for 4wd)- 8' to 12 ' per wheel. Maintain correct alignment....

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    Front rear tyre size (laden/unladen) (laden/unladen) 2.4 kg./cm 2 2.4 kg./cm 2 p235 70r 16 radial tyre wheel bearing z use always recommended wheel bearing grease. Z lubricate the rear wheel bearings sparingly. Z don't mix lithium base grease with sodium base grease as it is harmful to oil seals. Z ...

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    Recommended lubrication chart api ch4 80w 90 (44) mahindra thar.

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    Maintenance schedule (45) mahindra thar.

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    Maintenance schedule (46) mahindra thar.

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    Maintenance schedule (47) mahindra thar.

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    Maintenance schedule (48) mahindra thar.

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    Maintenance schedule (49) mahindra thar.

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    Recommended odometer repair servicing dealer's services at km date reading km order no. Signature with stamp pdi 5000 10000 20000 30000 40000 50000 record of services performed (50) mahindra thar.

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    Recommended odometer repair servicing dealer's services at km date reading km order no. Signature with stamp 60000 70000 80000 90000 100000 record of services performed (51) mahindra thar.

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    Jack position spare wheel mounting : it is provided on the tail gate. Tighten the spare wheel hanger as shown in the figure. To loosen, rotate in the opposite direction & remove the wheel from the hanger bracket. Spare wheel mounting jack mounting position in the vehicle z jacking position for front...

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    Z do not remove the filler cap from the radiator/degassing tank. Z keep engine and surrounding area clean and free from fuel and oil leakages to avoid possible fire risk. Z play some additional support with the jack for adequate strength. Z park the vehicle on a level and hard ground when lifting ve...