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TATA Motors INDICA VISTA Owner's Manual

Summary of INDICA VISTA

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    2 • this manual is structured so that it can be used for quick reference. For this reason, it should always be kept in the vehicle for ready access. In the event of the vehicle being sold, please ensure that this manual is left in the vehicle for the reference of the new owner. • all information, il...

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    3 dear customer, welcome to the tata motors family. We congratulate you on the purchase of your new vehicle and are privileged to have you as our valued customer. Your selection of our product exhibits the trust you have in us. This manual will familiarize you with operational, maintenance and safet...

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    4 introduction your indica vista is the perfect blend of form and functionality. Built on the new car platform from tata motors, the indica vista is bigger in size and interior space, but its contemporary styling and sharp lines give it a compact sporty look. The new petal-shaped headlamps add a das...

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    5 contents 1 safety & security 01 important safety notes 09 safety guidelines 09 seat belts 10 child lock 13 anti-theft device - immobilizer 14 supplemental restraint system - air bags 16 anti-lock braking system 18 driving in adverse conditions 19 2 opening & closing 02 anti-theft device-immobilize...

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    6 4 stowage & features 6 starting & driving contents 04 06 glove box 71 utility pockets & box 71 cup holders 71 power socket 72 utility tray 72 roof grab handle 72 luggage space 72 pre-driving checks 80 fuel saving tips 82 good driving practices 83 running-in period 83 seat & seat adjustments 84 rea...

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    7 7 emergency & break down assistance 8 maintenance & servicing 9 technical information contents 07 08 09 if unexpected happens 93 hazard warning switch 93 first aid kit 94 advance warning triangle 94 tool kit 95 jack & handle 95 flat tyre replacement 96 jump lead start 98 towing the vehicle 100 fus...

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    8 10 car care & value added services 11 warranty - terms and conditions 157 12 environment safety 159 contents 10 car care 144 washing 144 waxing 145 polishing 145 paint care 146 wiper care 146 vehicle parking for long duration 147 value added services 148 13 alphabetical index 161.

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    9 safety 01 important safety notes: in this owner's manual, you will find the following safety notes. Note indicates additional information that will assist you in gaining the optimum benefit and care for your vehicle. Warnings indicates procedures or information that must be followed precisely in o...

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    10 safety 01 seat belts seat belts: seat-belt is a safety device designed to secure the occupant of the vehicle. Use of seat-belt reduces the chance of injury and severity of injury in case of an accident. Tata motrs strongly recommends that all the occupants should always wear seat-belts while trav...

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    11 safety 01 seat belts how to use seat belts: 1. Pull the belt tongue across your body and insert it into the buckle. 2. Check and ensure that the belt is not twisted. 3. Position the lap portion of the belt as low as possible across your hip bone. Warnings 1. The belts are meant (intended) for adu...

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    12 safety 01 seat belts lap belt: pull the tongue to the desired length. Insert it into the buckle until you hear a click. Adjust the belt length. To lengthen the belt, hold the tongue at a right angle to the webbing and pull. To shorten, pull the loose end of the webbing. To unfasten, depress the b...

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    13 safety 01 seat belts & child lock consult the manufacturer’s instruc- tions which accompany the child restraint system, about the age and size of the child. The child restraint system should be installed in the rear seat. Note according to accident statistics, a child is safer when properly restr...

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    14 anti theft device- immobilizer: immobilizer system is designed to prevent car theft by electronically disabling the engine ignition system. The engine can be started only with car’s original immobilizer ignition key which has an electronic identification programmed code. Note use only one e-key; ...

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    15 01 safety anti-theft device - immobilizer e-keys: an e-key is an electronic access and authorization system which is provided as a standard feature on your car. You car is provided with two e-keys. Each key is specific to the immobilizer of your car. Unlocking principle: the transponder which is ...

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    16 supplemental restraint system- air bags : (if fitted) • the frontal air bags (driver and passenger) are safety devices designed to protect the occupants in the event of a medium or high intensity collision, which acts as a cushion (bag) between the occupant and the steering wheel. • in the event ...

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    17 safety supplemental restraint system - air bags 01 centre. Do not permit anyone else to do any service, inspection, maintenance or repair on any srs components or wiring. Improper work on the srs system will result in inadvertent deployment of the air bag or could render the srs inoperative. Warn...

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    18 safety anti-lock braking system (abs) 01 anti- lock braking system (abs): (if fitted) abs is a safety system that allows efficient braking without losing tractional control, prevents wheels from locking up and avoids uncontrolled skidding. The anti-lock braking system monitors the rotational spee...

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    19 safety driving in adverse condition 01 driving on a rainy day : driving in adverse condition: driving through water : • do not attempt to start the engine if vehicle gets flooded due to water. Tow the car to a safe place. • take the vehicle to nearest tata motors authorised workshop to check entr...

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    20 safety driving in adverse condition 01 night driving : • put on hazard warning switch in case of hazardous parking or if your vehicle is disabled to warn the passing traffic. • dip the head lamp for oncoming traffic during night driving. • maintain a speed such that you can stop within illuminate...

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    21 safety driving in adverse condition 01 lower gear has to be done cautiously to avoid loss of traction. • never move the vehicle diagonally across a hill. The danger is in loss of traction and sideways slippage, possibly resulting in tipping over. If unavoidable, choose as mild an angle as possibl...

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    22 opening & closing anti-theft device - immo bilizer 02 immobilizer system: (if provided) immobilizer system is designed to prevent car theft by electronically disabling the engine starting system. The engine can be started only with car’s original immobilizer ignition key which has an electronic i...

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    23 opening & closing anti-theft device - immo bilizer 02 immobilizer system brief : the behavior of immobilizer and car under “ignition off and on” conditions, is explained in table below with immobilizer status lamp (“lock” symbol on the instrument cluster) car status lamp car state meaning/ functi...

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    24 opening & closing anti-theft device - immo bilizer 02 e-keys : unlocking principle : the e-keys are learned for a specific immobilizer and are unique to the car. The transponder inbuilt into the ignition e-key carries a unique identification code. The engine management system (ems) and immobilize...

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    25 opening & closing door opening & closing 02 door opening / closing : front doors (driver and co-driver) locking / unlocking doors with key from outside : both front doors (drivers and co-driver) have separate locking facility. Front doors can be locked or unlocked from outside using the e-key. In...

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    26 window glass opening & closing : power windows (if fitted) : 1 3 4 5 1. Front right hand window winding switch 2. Rear right hand window winding switch 3. Front left hand window winding switch 4. Rear left hand window winding switch 5. Lock / unlock button glasses on all four windows of your vehi...

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    27 manual window winding : in some versions, power windows are not provided. In such vehicles, use winder handle manually for lowering or raising up window glasses manually. Winder handle opening & closing bonnet opening / closing 02 bonnet - opening and closing: opening: 1. Ensure that the vehicle ...

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    28 opening / closing fuel lid / trunk lid opening closing 02 note ensure that the bonnet is properly locked before driving. Do not press the bonnet onto the bonnet lock. Fuel lid and trunk lid opening & closing : the fuel lid is located on the left rear side of the vehicle. This can be opened by pul...

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    29 instruments & controls cockpit (vista) 03 the above shown image is for reference only. 1. A.C. Air vent (side) 2. Passenger air bag (if fitted) 3. Instrument cluster 4. Combination switch 5. Steering wheel 6. Audio controls on steering wheel 7. Driver air bag (dab)- if fitted 8. Accelerator pedal...

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    30 instruments & controls cockpit (vista tech) 03 dashboard (vista tech) 1. A.C. Air vent (side) 2. Air bag (co-driver side) pab 3. Driver information system 4. Solar sensor 5. Instrument cluster 6. Steering wheel 7. Audio controls on steering wheel 8. Horn pad / air bag (dab) 9. Accelerator pedal 1...

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    31 instruments & controls instrument cluster (vista) 03 1 fuel gauge 2 battery charging indicator 3 turn signal (left) 4 high beam indicator 5 parking brake & low brake fluid indicator 6 low oil indicator 7 service indicator 8 water in fuel indicator 9 speedometer 10 lcd (digital display) 11 icd ind...

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    32 instruments & controls instrument cluster (vista) 03 1 fuel gauge 2 turn signal (left) 3 immobiliser indicator 4 parking brake / low brake fluid indicator 5 engine malfunction indicator 6 low oil indicator 7 service indicator 8 speedometer 9 lcd 10 high coolant temp. Indicator 11 turn signal (rig...

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    33 instruments & controls instrument cluster (vista) 03 instrument cluster - petrol (as applicable) 1 fuel gauge 2 battery charging indicator 3 turn signal (left) 4 high beam indicator 5 parking brake & low brake fluid indicator 6 low oil indicator 7 service indicator 8 speedometer 9 lcd (digital di...

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    34 instruments & controls instrument cluster (vista) 03 instrument cluster - petrol (as applicable) 1 fuel gauge 2 turn signal (left) 3 immobiliser indicator 4 parking brake / low brake fluid indicator 5 engine malfunction indicator 6 low oil indicator 7 service indicator 8 speedometer 9 lcd 10 high...

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    35 instruments & controls instrument cluster (vista) 03 the instrument cluster has the following features : ••••• analogue gauge : speedometer, tachometer / rpm meter & fuel gauge ••••• bar graph : temperature (as a part of lcd display) ••••• lcd display : clock, odometer & trip meter (a & b) ••••• ...

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    36 instruments & controls instrument cluster (vista) 03 rpm meter / tachometer (if provided) : this meter, also called rpm meter shows at what speed your car’s engine is running per minute. (rpm). If you change gears at appropriate engine rpm and speed, your car will give good fuel economy. Do not i...

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    37 instruments & controls instrument cluster (vista) 03 multifunctional lcd, digital clock, odometer, dimmer and tripmeter (a and b) : the instrument cluster’s lcd has a two line display. The first line displays a clock in 24 hour format and the second line shows the odometer reading. The first line...

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    38 instruments & controls instrument cluster (vista) 03 you can select required function on lcd by using mode and set switches available on cluster, as indicated in the table below. Please note that each switch has to be pressed and released to change the function. Display selection by “mode and set...

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    39 instruments & controls instrument cluster (vista) 03 lcd features (vista) : 7.1 multifunction lcd (as applicable) colour : blue text with black back ground. (as applicable) colour : black text with amber back ground. 7.2 temperature bar graph cold to hot (5 bars) (as applicable) (as applicable) 7...

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    40 instruments & controls instrument cluster (vista) 03 7.5 odometer : type : 7 segments, 6 digits. Range : 0 to 999999 resolution : 1 km the odometer reading will not over flow to “0.0” when the maximum value is accumulated, the display will freeze to maximum value. Odometer (as applicable) odomete...

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    41 instruments & controls instrument cluster (vista tech) 03 instrument cluster - diesel- vista tech 1. Icd indicator (instrument cluster diagnostic) 2. Air bag indicator 3. Immobiliser indicator 4. Tachometer 5. Turn signal (left) 6. High beam indicator 7. Battery charging indicator 8. Turn signal ...

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    42 speedometer: rpm meter / tachometer (if pro- vided): instruments & controls instrument cluster (vista tech) 03 the speedometer indicates the vehicle speed in km/hr. Driving your vehicle as per the recomended speeds will help you get optimum fuel economy and enhanced engine life this meter indicat...

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    43 instruments & controls instrument cluster (vista tech) 03 engine coolant temperature gauge : the engine coolant temperature gauge indicates the approximate coolant temperature. If the coolant temperature reading is very high or if the high coolant temperature indicator comes on, reduce the car's ...

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    44 instruments & controls instrument cluster (vista tech) 03 multifunctional lcd, odometer, dimmer and tripmeter (a and b): applicable for vista tech distance the car has been driven. The trip meter can be used to measure the distance travelled on each trip or between fuel fillings. Keep track of th...

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    45 instruments & controls instrument cluster (vista tech) 03 lcd features (vista tech) : a. Multifunction lcd (as applicable) colour : white text with black background. B. Trip meter (a and b) type: 7 segments, 4 1/2 digits range: 0 to 1999.9 resolution : 0.1 km trip meter reading shall over flow to...

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    46 instruments & controls instrument cluster (vista tech) 03 driver information system (as applicable): the driver information system (dis) is located at centre of the vehicle cockpit and has the following features : 1. Fuel computer : a. Average fuel consumption ( for trip ‘a’ & ‘b’), b. Range (dis...

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    47 instruments & controls instrument cluster (vista tech) 03 fuel computer fuel computer information is available on dis, as can be seen from figure below. Three types of information are available, which can be user selected through "mode" and "set" knobs provided. Refer to “knob function”. 1 functi...

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    48 instruments & controls instrument cluster (vista tech) 03 updates display "instantaneous fuel consumption" at regular time intervals. Instantaneous fuel consumption display is available in "km / l" or "l / 100 km" which can be user selected through "mode" and "set" knobs provided. Refer to “knob ...

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    49 instruments & controls instrument cluster (vista tech) 03 the average fuel consumption data can be reset manually through “set” switch provided in the cluster after resetting the average fuel consumption the display will indicate 0.0 and then will show a new average fuel consumption value after d...

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    50 instruments & controls instrument cluster (vista tech) 03 digital clock display digital clock am setting digital clock pm setting digital clock this feature has 24 hour or 12 hour display format, am/pm indication is applicable for 12 hour clock function only, as can be seen from the adjoining fig...

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    51 instruments & controls instrument cluster (vista tech) 03 outside ambient temperature (display in °c) outside ambient temperature (display in °f) outside ambient temperature display: outside ambient temperature can be seen with °c or °f unit, which can be selected by user by using “mode” and “set...

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    52 instruments & controls instrument cluster (vista tech) 03 display selection by “mode & set” switches : sr. Indication on indication on with “mode” switch with “set” switch no. Instrument dis lcd pressed on dis pressed on cluster cluster lcd 1 odo meter average fuel changes display to range - cons...

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    53 instruments & controls instrument cluster (vista tech) 03 a. Instrument cluster display on odo or trip-a : b. Instrument cluster display on trip-b : notice use of ‘mode & set’ switches - recognized as single key press, until it is released..

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    54 instruments & controls instrument cluster (vista tech) 03 flow chart for using “mode” and “set” knobs note : 1. If no switch pressed > 10 secs ........ Save & exit 2. If set & mode switch pressed.

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    55 instruments & controls tell tales 03 tell tales color indicator remarks malfunction amber 1. Illuminates momentarily when ignition is switched ‘on’ once indication lamp engine is cranked, it goes off. 2. It remains ‘on’ if there is malfunction in engine system. En gines performance deteriorates w...

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    56 instruments & controls tell tales 03 tell tales color indicator remarks glow plug amber illuminates momentarily when ignition is switched ‘on’ to indicate that the glow plugs are active. It will continuously illuminate when engine is getting preheated. Start the engine only after the indica tor g...

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    57 instruments & controls tell tales 03 tell tales color indicator remarks battery charging/ red illuminates momentarily when ignition is switched ‘on’ once engine warning is cranked, it goes off. It will continuously illuminate when there is malfunction of charg- ing system. Contact tata motors aut...

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    58 instruments & controls tell tales 03 tell tales color indicator remarks high coolant red indicates that engine coolant temperature is very high. Temperature illuminates when engine coolant temperature is very high and continuously flashes along with buzzer if engine coolant temp. Is extremely hig...

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    59 on board diagnostic (obd) system: on board diagnostics or obd is an automotive term referring to a vehicle’s self diagnostic and reporting capability. The obd system allows continuous diagnosis of the components of the vehicle correlated with emissions. This system warns the driver, by turning “o...

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    60 instruments & controls combi switch (vista) 03 a) right hand stalk 1) head lamp leveling rotary switch: inner rotary switch on right hand stalk is provided for head lamp leveling. Setting is done by rotating the knob to select one of the 3 level positions depending upon the loading of the car. He...

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    61 combi switch (vista) instruments & controls 03 03 in upward direction changes the low beam to high beam and vice versa. For high beam flash, pull the lever halfway. For keeping in high beam position pull up the lever further up to latch. 3) light stalk (turn indicator): left hand stalk : 1) rear ...

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    62 instruments & controls combi-switch (vista tech) 03 left hand stalk: ( if applicable) front windshield wash and wipe: by rotating rotary switch, you can select desired wiper speed. D. Slow wipe : to select ‘slow’ continuous wipe, lift the lever to position ‘d’. E. Fast wipe : to select ‘fast’ con...

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    63 combi- switch (vista tech) instruments & controls 03 indicator stalk is moved to downward. For changing lanes, lightly flip the stalk downwards. B. Left turn signal : left indicator lamps and instrument cluster tell tale will come ‘on’ if ignition is ‘on’ and indicator stalk is moved to upward. F...

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    64 instruments & controls fascia switch 03 fascia switches : hazard warning switch: hazard warning is used in case of breakdown especially during night and the car has to be parked at the side of the road. This switch can also be used when the car is operated in adverse conditions. This switch can b...

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    65 music system (vista) instruments & controls 03 for operation and more information of music system please refer manufacturer’s manual. Music system music system (if fitted): music system is provided on the facia and the speakers are fitted on doors and tweeters on dashboard. Usb / aux port: usb an...

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    66 instruments & controls touch screen music & navigation system 03 touch screen music and navigation system : (if fitted) usb/aux port: usb and aux ports are provided on the music system on the centre console. A touch screen music system and navigation system is provided on the centre console above...

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    67 touch screen music & navigation system instruments & controls 03 speaker location on doors steering wheel switches (lhs) : (as applicable) steering wheel switches (rhs) : (as applicable) seek – to change radio channels or to select a song from a cd. Mode – to pick up an in-coming phone call as we...

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    68 instruments & controls lamps 03 head lamp: tail lamp: the tail lamp assembly incorporates the following : head lamps are clear lens type having multi focal reflector and are provided with h1 and h7 halogen lamp for providing straight ahead illumination of the road for the long distance or dip bea...

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    69 lamps instruments & controls 03 front fog lamp rear fog lamp fog lamp (if fitted): front and rear fog lamps are provided for your convenience and they can be operated via the facia switches that are located above the hvac controls. High mounted stop lamp : high mounted stop lamp is provided on th...

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    70 roof lamp : front interior light with reading lamps : interior roof lighting and reading lamps with inbuilt switches are provided on the roof near the rear view mirror. The central rectangular switch has three positions: on - the lamp will come ‘on’ as long as switch is in this position. Door - i...

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    71 glove box, utility box / pockets & cup holder stowage & features 03 front stowage compartment a) glove box the glove box is built into the dash- board, located over the front-seat pas- senger’s footwell. It can be locked with the ignition key. Front utility pocket / box rear utility pocket / box ...

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    72 04 stowage & features 04 power socket for front passengers d) power socket power socket is provided on the centre console ahead of the gear shift lever. Power socket can be used to tab 12v supply for operating external gadgets. F) roof grab handle these are provided on all seats except driver’s s...

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    73 05 heating, ventilation & air conditioning climate control air flow pattern (vista) towards foot board central air vents demisting vents side air vents towards foot board side air vents central air vents side windows demist vents side windows demist vents.

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    74 05 heating, ventilation & air conditioning climate control air flow pattern (vista tech) towards foot board central air vents demisting vents side air vents towards foot board side air vents central air vents side windows demist vents side windows demist vents.

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    75 climate controls 05 heating, ventilation & air conditioning hvac controls : a air direction control knob b temperature control knob c blower speed regulation knob d a.C. On/off switch e air recirculation / fresh air switch d e c a b (a) air direction control knob : the air flow can be changed by ...

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    76 heating, ventilation & air conditioning climate controls 05 (d) a.C. On/off switch : the a.C. Can be switched ‘on’ by pressing the switch (d) on the a.C. Control panel provided the blower is `on’ and the engine is running. The indicator lamp will show that the a.C. Is `on’. (b) temperature-contro...

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    77 heating, ventilation & air conditioning climate controls 05 notice fresh air is taken from the grill opening provided at base of windshield glass outside the car. Keep these openings clear and free from fallen leaves etc. Operating the ac after a gap of more than a month of non use : start engine...

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    78 heating, ventilation & air conditioning climate controls 05 recommended basic settings of the control elements of the air conditioning system for the respective operating modes (hvac) : control knob position button position a. Air flow direction b. Blower speed c. Air temperature d. Air recircula...

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    79 heating, ventilation & air conditioning climate controls 05 warning • never leave children or adults who would normally require the support of others alone in the vehicle. On hot, sunny days, tempera- tures in a closed vehicle could quickly become high enough to cause severe or possibly fatal inj...

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    80 pre-driving checks driving & parking 06 pre-driving checks: adjust 1. Adjust your seat position. 2. Check adjustment of all rear view mirrors. 3. Check and adjust steering height. Ensure 1. Bonnet is properly closed and locked. 2. All doors are properly closed and locked. 3. Check that the items ...

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    81 safety checks driving & parking 06 safety checks w i n d s h i e l d / w i p e r / w i n d s h i e l d washer always keep windshield glass clean to avoid any distortion in visibility. Ensure proper working of wipers and condition of wiper blade. Ensure that windshield washer reservoir is full. Do...

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    82 fuel saving tips starting & driving 06 fuel saving tips : your vehicle's fuel economy is mainly dependent on your style of driving. To operate your vehicle as economically as possible, use the following driving suggestions. Avoid excessive idling : stop the engine and start it again, if you have ...

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    83 good driving practices & running in starting & driving 06 good driving practices: • gear shifting should be gradual ac- cording to varying speeds. Avoid rapid acceleration and prolonged high speed running of the engine while using the new vehicle for the first 1500-1800 km of operation. • slow do...

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    84 seat & seat adjustments starting & driving 06 front seat adjustments: 2. Height adjustment : the seat height adjuster (lower) lever is located on the outboard side of the seat. To raise the seat, pull the lever upward until the seat is at the desired height. To lower the seat, push the lever down...

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    85 seat & seat adjustments starting & driving 06 lumbar support : (if fitted) lumbar support is provided on driver’s seat to give you maximum driving com- fort. It is adjusted by the lever provided at the side of the seat backrest. Lumbar support rear seat adjustments: rear seats are provided with 6...

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    86 rear view mirrors starting & driving 06 rear view mirrors: inside rear view mirrors (irvm) : 1 2 1. Inner rear view mirror an antiglare mirror is fitted inside the vehicle. Provision has been made for two positions: 1. Normal position 2. Antiglare position use antiglare position only when necessa...

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    87 sun visors starting & driving 06 steps to operate the rear view mirrors: 1. Move the main switch to the left ‘dot’ to adjust the left side rear view mirror and to the right ‘dot’ to ad- just the right side rear view mirror. 2. Use the 4 positions of the knob (marked by a triangle) to adjust the r...

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    88 steering wheel height adjustment starting & driving 06 steering adjustment lever you can adjust the steering wheel position to suit your convenience. Adjust the steering wheel position as follows before you start driving. 1. Adjust the seat to a comfortable position. 2. To adjust steering wheel p...

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    89 steering lock cum ignition switch starting & driving 06 steering lock cum ignition switch : key of ignition switch is common for door lock, steering lock and glove box lock. The ignition switch is on the right side of the steering column. It has four positions. Turn the key clockwise for further ...

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    90 stopping the engine, preparing to drive & gear lever starting & driving 06 stopping the engine: before switching off the engine, run the engine in idle condition for at least 30 seconds and then switch off. This will allow the engine oil to lubricate the turbocharger, till its speed is fully redu...

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    91 parking brake & vehicle parking starting & driving 06 1. Parking brake lever 2. Release button parking brake: mechanical parking brake acting only on the rear wheels is provided on the vehicle. The parking brake lever is located behind the gearshift lever. To apply the parking brake, pull the lev...

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    92 brakes & braking starting & driving 06 the engine help with the braking. Do not forget that, if you are towing, the brakes will be subjected to a greater than normal load. Warnings if you shift gear down on a slippery road surface in an attempt to increase the engine's braking effect, the wheels ...

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    93 emergency & break down assistance 07 hazard warning switch if unexpected happens to the vehicle: if something unexpected happens with the vehicle, proceed as follows: • stop the vehicle at a safe place wherein it does not constitute an obstacle for other road users. • switch off the engine. Apply...

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    94 emergncy equipments emergency & break down assistance 07 emergency equipments : note you should be familiar with the location of the emergency equipment provided in the vehicle and how to use it. Check all the emergency equipment periodically and ensure that it is in proper working condition and ...

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    95 emergency & break down assistance 07 tool kit & jack and handle • increase the distance to 150 meters if stranded on a highway or if the vehicle view is obscured. Note remember that the distance between the warning triangle and the vehicle depends on local regulations. Tool kit : jack and handle ...

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    96 flat tyre replacement emergency & break down assistance 07 flat tyre replacement : in case of a flat tyre, reduce vehicle speed gradually, keeping it in a straight line. Move cautiously off the road to safe place away from traffic. Park the vehicle on a level and firm ground. Apply parking brake ...

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    97 flat tyre replacement emergency & break down assistance 07 changing flat tyre: • block the wheel which is diagonally opposite to the flat tyre. • take out wheel cover (if fitted). • slacken but do not remove the wheel nuts before raising the vehi- cle. Front jacking point note • do not lift the v...

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    98 jump lead starting emergency & break down assistance 07 • then reinstall the wheel nuts and tighten them as much as you can by hand. Note • before using the jack, please read the instructions on the sticker provided on the jack. • lower the jack completely then tighten the wheel nuts one by one u...

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    99 jump lead starting emergency & break down assistance 07 • also connect the booster batteries by using another cable for inter connection. • connect the jumper cables in the following sequence. • positive terminal of the discharge battery to positive terminal of the booster battery. • negative ter...

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    100 towing the vehicle emergency & break down assistance 07 towing the vehicle : it is necessary to tow a disabled vehicle, certain precautions and procedures must be taken to prevent damage to the vehicle and/or compo- nents. Failure to use standard towing precautionary measures when lifting or tow...

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    101 towing the vehicle emergency & break down assistance 07 emergency towing : the towing hook is provided inside the tool bag kit which is kept in luggage area. This tow hook must be screwed into the positions provided on front or rear bumper. Front/rear towing process: • open the tailgate and remo...

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    102 fuses & relays emergency & break down assistance 07 fuses : if an electrical component fails to function, it is possible that a fuse has blown. The fuse boxes are located in two different places, see the illustration below. A label on each cover indicates the amperage and the electrical compo- n...

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    103 fuses & relays emergency & break down assistance 07 tdi / quadrajet / safire engine compartment fuse box (a).

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    104 fuses & relays emergency & break down assistance 07 quadrajet engine compartment fuse box (b) tdi engine compartment fuse box (b).

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    105 fuses & relays emergency & break down assistance 07 safire - engine compartment fuse box (b).

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    106 fuse box - cabin ( quadrajet / tdi / safire ) fuses & relays emergency & break down assistance 07.

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    107 engine fuse box no. Function fuse 1 glow plug supply 60a 2 abs 40a 3 fan 60a 4 alternator 60a 5 ignition 60a no. Function fuse 1 fan high speed 30a 2 fan low speed 30a 3 hl low beam 15a 4 hl high beam 15a 5 main relay 30a 6 coil main relay 15a 7 coil & sensor w/h 20a 8 fuel filter & ecu 10a 9 gl...

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    108 fuses & relays emergency & break down assistance 07 no. Function fuse 1 horn 15a 2 roof, engine & load area lamp 5a 3 music system ,clock & instrument cluster 15a 4 stop lamp & high mounted stop lamp 10a 5 heated rr windows 25a 6 immobilizer & diagnostic 5a 7 cdl 10a 8 coils blower relay 5a 9 mo...

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    109 bulb specification emergency & break down assistance 07 bulb specification : sr.No description rating type quantity 1 high beam 12v , 55w h1 2 2 low beam 12v , 55w h7 2 3 parking lamp 12v , 5w w5w 2 4 front turn signal 12v , 21w py21 2 5 front fog lamp 12v , 55w h3 2 6 position lamp 12v , 5w w5w...

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    110 bulb replacement emergency & break down assistance 07 5 3. Disconnect the electrical connector fig.2. 4. Press and release the bulb retaining spring fig.3. 5. Swing the retaining spring out to free the headlight bulb from the socket by pulling it straight back. Procedure : make sure light stalk ...

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    111 bulb replacement emergency & break down assistance 07 6. Carefully remove the headlight bulb from the socket fig. 4. 7. Replace the bulb. 8. Install in the reverse order of removal. Replacing the parking bulb : 1. Make sure lighting stalk is in ‘off’ position. 2. Lift the engine bonnet. The park...

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    112 bulb replacement emergency & break down assistance 07 replacing tail lamp bulb: 1. Make sure lighting stalk is in ‘off’ position. 2. Open the tail gate. 3. Remove the bolts (2 nos) holding the tail lamp cluster using a spanner. Take out the entire tail lamp assy. By disconnecting the connector. ...

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    113 24x7 on road assistance emergency & break down assistance 07 dear customer, it is our responsibility and our endeavour to ensure that you have our complete service backup if ever, wherever and whenever you need the same. When you have a road network that spans wide area, the probability of a bre...

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    114 coverage under the 24 x 7 on road assistance program i. The 24x7 on road assistance program service covers the following services on your vehicle during warranty period. • wheel change through spare wheel. • arrangement of fuel. (fuel cost will be chargeable at actual cost) • re-opening the vehi...

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    115 24x7 on road assistance emergency & break down assistance 07 • lack of maintenance as per the maintenance schedule as detailed in the owner’s manual. • cases involving racing, rallies, vehicle testing or practice for such events.. Disclaimer • the service is not available in the some part of j&k...

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    116 24x7 on road assistance emergency & break down assistance 07 exclusion of liabilities : • it is understood that tata motors shall be under no liability whatsoever in respect of any loss or damage arising directly or indirectly out of any delay in or non delivery of, defect/deficiency in service/...

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    117 engine compartment maintenance & service 08 1. Wind shield washer container 2. Brake fluid reservoir 3. Intercooler 4. Engine oil filling cap 5. Battery 6. Air filter 7. Radiator pressure cap 8. Dip stick 9. Auxiliary tank 10. Power steering fluid reservoir engine compartment - tdi.

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    118 engine compartment maintenance & servicing 08 1. Wind shield washer container 2. Brake fluid reservoir 3. Dipstick 4. Air filter 5. Fuse box 6. Battery 7. Ecu 8. Auxiliary tank 9. Engine oil filling cap 10. Power steering reservoir 11. Abs hcu engine compartment - quadrajet.

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    119 engine compartment maintenance & servicing 08 1. Windshield washer container 2. Power steering reservoir 3. Brake fluid reservoir 4. Ecu 5. Fuse box 6. Battery 7. Auxiliary tank 8. Air filter 9. Engine oil filling cap 10. Dip stick engine compartment - safire (65ps).

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    120 engine compartment maintenance & servicing 08 1. Windshield washer container 2. Brake fluid reservoir 3. Dip stick 4. Fuse box 5. Battery 6. Ecu 7. Auxiliary tank 8. Air filter 9. Engine oil filling cap 10. Power steering reservoir 11. Abs hcu engine compartment - safire (90 ps).

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    121 engine oil level & coolant level maintenance & servicing 08 engine oil level : warm up the engine to normal operat- ing temperature. Turn it off and wait for 5 minutes for the oil to return to the oil pan. Be sure the vehicle is on a level surface. Pull out the dipstick, wipe it clean, and reins...

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    122 brake fluid & tranaxle oil level maintenance & servicing 08 brake fluid level : the level of the brake fluid must be between the min. And max. Marks on the side of the brake fluid container. If the level falls below the min. Mark, add recommended brake fluid. (refer chapter - fuels, coolants and...

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    123 windshield washer fluidlevel & spark plug maintenance & servicing 08 windshield washer fluid level: windshield washer fluid container is located behind the front right hand side panel and its filler neck is provided near auxiliary tank in the engine compartment. Note do not add detergent or any ...

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    124 tyres maintenance & servicing 08 tyres : 1 2 3 1 2 3 1. Under inflation excessive side tread wear 2. Correct tyre pressure tyre wear uniform 3. Over inflation excessive centre tread wear check for inflation and condition of your vehicle tyres periodically. Inflation : check the pressure in the t...

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    125 tyres maintenance & servicing 08 for correct tyre pressure, please refer to sticker on right hand side “b” pillar below the chassis number. Note • if you notice bumps or bulges in the tread or the side of the tyre, replace the tyre. • if there are cuts, splits or cracks in the side of the tyre, ...

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    126 tyres maintenance & servicing 08 it also largely depends on car speed, load carried, usage, driving habits, road conditions, tyre quality, etc. In case fault is suspected to be due to poor quality of tyres, the same may be taken up with concerned tyre manufacturer. Tyre rotation : to help increa...

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    127 battery maintenance & servicing 08 battery : check the battery for proper electrolyte level and corrosion on the terminals. 1. Check the battery for electrolyte level against the marking on the battery outer case. 2. Check the battery terminals for corrosion (a white or yellowish powder). To rem...

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    128 routine service maintenance & servicing 08 routine service by owner of the vehicle : we highly recommend that the following items are to be inspected at least once in a week. 1. Engine oil level 2. Engine coolant level 3. Brake fluid level 4. Washer fluid level 5. Battery 6. Tyre inflation press...

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    129 service instructions maintenance & servicing 08 service instructions the tata indica vista has been manufactured to give you economical and trouble free performance. To achieve this please follow the instructions as stated. Your vehicle is entitled to four free services (labour only). The free s...

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    130 service schedule maintenance & servicing 08 sr. Maintenance schedule operations frequency no. ( in kms ) 1000-1500 5000-5500 10000- 10500 20000-20500 30000-30500 40000-40500 50000-50500 60000-60500 70000-70500 80000-80500 90000-90500 100000-100500 general (tdi / quadrajet / safire ) period in mo...

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    131 service schedule maintenance & servicing 08 sr. Maintenance schedule operations frequency no. (in kms) 1000-1500 5000-5500 10000- 10500 20000-20500 30000-30500 40000-40500 50000-50500 60000-60500 70000-70500 80000-80500 90000-90500 100000-100500 engine (quadrajet) period in months 1 6 12 24 36 4...

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    132 service schedule maintenance & servicing 08 sr. Maintenance schedule operations frequency no. (in kms) 1000-1500 5000-5500 10000- 10500 20000-20500 30000-30500 40000-40500 50000-50500 60000-60500 70000-70500 80000-80500 90000-90500 100000-100500 period in months 1 6 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96 108 1...

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    133 fuel specification technical specification 09 fuel (diesel) : normal grade bs-iii & bs iv compliant diesel conforming to is1460 or en 590 or equivalent is recommended to be used as fuel. It is always recommended to use bs-iii & bs iv compliant fuel to get optimum emission performance. Do not use...

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    134 fuel specification technical information 09 fuel (petrol) : unleaded regular grade petrol conforming to is2796-1994/ din 51607 (or equivalent) and ron not less than 91(bsiv)/ ron not less than 87 (bs-iii) is recommended to beused as fuel. It is always recommended to use correctfuel to get optimu...

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    135 fuel, lubricant & coolant co-branding technical information 09 please use only following genuine oils, coolants , lubricants , anti rust and sound deadening coats, windscreen sealant, adhesives and fuel additives branded by tata motors for optimum performance of your tata indica vista item speci...

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    136 technical specification technical information 09 1. Engine model tata 475 idt 1.4 tdi 1.3 quadrajet tata safire ( 65 ps ) tata safire ( 90 ps ) type four stroke, 4 cylinder, water four stroke, 4 cylinder, water four stroke, 4 cylinder, water four stroke, 4 cylinder, water cooled, indirect inject...

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    137 technical specification technical information 09 tdi quadrajet safire ( 65ps ) safire ( 90ps ) 4. Steering type hydraulic power assisted, rack & pinion steering gear with collapsible steering column steeering wheel 380 mm 5. Suspension front independent, lower wishborne, mcpherson strut type rea...

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    138 technical specification technical information 09 tdi quadrajet safire ( 65ps ) safire ( 90ps ) 9. Fuel tank capacity 37 litres 10. Body type hatch back, five doors, steel monocoque body, passenger car 11. Electrical system system voltage 12 volts (-ve earth) alternator capacity 12v, 90 amp 12v, ...

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    139 technical specification technical information 09 tdi quadrajet safire ( 65ps ) safire ( 90ps ) 14. Weights (kg) (tolerance as per intereurope stvzo) complete car ceb 1135 1140 1075 1100 weight wheel & tools) gross car weight 1560 1565 1505 1505 15. Luggage space net inside loading 232 litres spa...

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    140 veicle dimensions technical information 09 vehicle dimensions - vista.

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    141 veicle dimensions technical information 09 vehicle dimensions - vista tech.

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    142 identification plates technical information 09 chassis no. On ‘b’ pillar chassis no. Below driver’s seat cab no. Engine number (tdi) engine number (ouadrajet) engine number (safire).

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    143 identification plates technical information 09 transaxle (ta-65 star) no. Transaxle (c-549) no..

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    144 washing car care & value added service 10 car care : your car is subjected to many external influences such as climate, road conditions, industrial pollution and proximity to the sea. These conditions demand regular care of the car body. Dirt, insects, bird droppings, oil, grease, fuel and stone...

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    145 waxing & polishing car care & value added service 10 tml part no. 2816 5420 99 05 venus windshield mount avi tag do not try to peel off rfid tag note avoid wiping of painted surface in dry condition as it may leave scratches on the painted surface. Cleaning of windows, front and rear glasses : c...

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    146 paint care : following guidelines will help you to protect your car from corrosion effectively. Proper cleaning : in order to protect your car from corrosion it is recommended that you wash your car thoroughly and frequently in case : • there is an heavy accumulation of dirt and mud especially o...

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    147 vehicle parking for long duration car care & value added service 10 vehicle parking at one place for long duration ( non use maintenances) : if you want to park your car at one place for long duration, following care is to be taken : 1. Park the car in covered, dry and if possible well-ventilate...

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    148 value added service car care & value added service 10 tata motors recommends the purchase of extended its warranty program. Coverage : mechanical + electrical + emission benifits : • insures you against unforeseen break down repair bills. • documentation is simple and hassle free. • near cashles...

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    149 value added service car care & value added service 10 i / we have been explained the terms and conditions, coverage and owner’s responsibility by the dealer service marketing executive. I wish to avail / do not wish to avail extended warranty policy. Customer’s sign dealer’s sign note : • the 12...

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    150 value added service car care & value added service 10 iftex / bg / bardahl fuel additive : fuel additive with multiple benefits • for diesel cars: iftex system d • for petrol cars: iftex system g benefits: • cleans injector and fuel system. • maintains peak engine performance. • saves diesel / p...

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    151 value added service car care & value added service 10 why are corrosion protection waxes necessary? Corrosion is caused by: water / salt water acid rain & atmospheric fallouts. Critical areas are: cavities: joints, crevices, spot welds, underbody • corrosion is the most important factor when we ...

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    152 value added service car care & value added service 10 engine wax treatment : engine wax is a beige coloured transparent lacquer coating on the engine compartment. • corrosion prevention for the engine compartment • neat, clean and new look to engine compartment • no effect on mpfi vehicles • eng...

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    153 value added service car care & value added service 10 vehicle exterior enrichment : why vehicles are painted? • for corrosion protection of the metal surfaces. • ease of application from other corrosion protection treatments. • cheaper than other corrosion protection methods eg.Galvanizing, anod...

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    154 value added service car care & value added service 10 vehicle interior enrichment why protect your new car’s fabric interior ? • someone will soil your vehicle's fabric carpet or seats. • a significant detractor from your vehicle's resale value. • a permanent stain on your vehicle's interior fab...

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    155 value added service car care & value added service 10 why de-carbonisation is required? Carbon deposits accumulate over time in the entire fuel system, including the fuel lines, injector pump, fuel injectors, combustion chambers& intake valves this causes rough idle, vibration at idle, loss of p...

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    156 value added service car care & value added service 10 engine flush treatment helps in • safely and effectively cleaning and removing oxidised particles and fluid contamination left behind from previous oil changes • preventing further deposits • freeing sticky lifters and rings • chemically “tun...

  • Page 157

    157 warranty - terms & conditions 11 we warrant each tata indica vista car and parts thereof manufactured by us to be free from defect in material and workmanship subject to the following terms and conditions - 1. This warranty shall be for 24 months from the date of sale of the car or 75000 km whic...

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    158 warranty - terms & conditions 11 wheel balancing and alignment, tyre rotation, adjustment of valve clearance, fuel timing, ignition timing and consumables like bulbs, fuel filters & oil filters, etc. This warranty shall not apply to any damage or deterioration caused by environmental pollution o...

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    159 environment safety 12 tata motors ltd. Is committed to produce vehicles using environmentally sustainable technology. A number of features have been incorporated in tata motors passenger vehicles which have been designed to ensure environmental compatibility throughout the life cycle of the vehi...

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    160 environment safety 12 ¾ ensure that fuel filter, oil filter and breather are checked periodically and replaced, if required, as recommended by tata motors. ¾ do not pour used oils or coolants into the sewage drains, garden soil or open streams. Dispose the used filters and batteries in complianc...

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    161 alphabetical index 13 a advance warning triangle 94 air flow pattern 73 anti-lock braking system 18 anti-theft device - immobilizer 14 anti-theft device-immobilizer 22 b basic ac settings 77 battery 127 bonnet 27 brake fluid level 122 brakes & braking 92 bulb specifications & bulb replacement 10...

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    162 alphabetical index 13 o on board diagnostic (obd) 59 on road assistance 24x7 113 p paint care 146 parking 91 polishing 145 power socket 72 pre-driving checks 80 preparing to drive 90 r rear view mirrors 86 roof grab handle 72 roof lamp 70 routine service 128 running-in period 83 s safety guideli...