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TATA Motors Indigo LE Owner's Manual & Service Book
Summary of Indigo LE
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Tata indigo diesel (le, ls, lx & sx) owner's manual & service book passenger car business unit mumbai pune this owner's manual is advised to be kept in the vehicle at all times. C m y k c m y k.
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C m y k c m y k c m y k +ve no. 2 this owner's manual & service book includes information on the operation and maintenance of various equipment installed on the different versions of tata indigo. Please note that this manual applies to all the models and explains all equipment including options not ...
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Dear indigo customer, thank you for choosing the tata indigo sedan - another quality offering from our growing range of passenger cars. We would request you to be acquainted with the details in this owner's manual, which will enable you to derive optimum performance from your indigo. We look forward...
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C m y k c m y k c m y k +ve no. 5 5 introduction 3 taking care of the environment 9 warranty 11 information at a glance 13 before driving 15 starting & driving 53 maintenance & car care 71 emergency service tips 111 important information 119 customer support network 143 contents.
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C m y k c m y k c m y k +ve no. 7 important information about this manual safety symbol in this manual, you will also see a circle with a slash. This means "do not", "do not do this", or "do not let this happen". Safety and vehicle damage warnings in this manual, you will see caution and notice warn...
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C m y k c m y k c m y k +ve no. 8 important information for owners the information and specifications given in this book are valid as on the date of printing. Tata motors reserves the right to make changes in design and specifications and/ or to make additions to or improvements in this product with...
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C m y k c m y k c m y k +ve no. 9 taking care of the environment tata motors is committed to producing cars using environmental friendly technology. A number of features have been incorporated in our passenger cars which are specifically designed to ensure environmental compatibility throughout the ...
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C m y k c m y k c m y k +ve no. 10 environmental protection taking care of the environment ➢ as soon as you notice any leakage of oil or fuel in the car we recommend that you get it attended immediately. ➢ use only recommended brands and grades of lubricants & coolants and clean/uncontaminated fuels...
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C m y k c m y k c m y k +ve no. 11 warranty — terms and conditions 11 we warrant each tata indigo 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 18 months from the date of sale ...
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C m y k c m y k c m y k +ve no. 12 warranty — terms and conditions 12 head lamps focussing, fastener retightening, wheel balancing, 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...
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C m y k c m y k c m y k +ve no. 13 information at a glance — filling station information important : for diesel car fitted with catalytic converter use diesel with sulphur contents less than 0.05% for (bs-ii) and 0.035% (for bs-iii) engine oil upto dipstick max.Mark ~ 5.5 litres transaxle oil 3.3 li...
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C m y k c m y k c m y k +ve no. 14 information at a glance — dimensions 2450 777 923 4150 1380 1360 1540 1620 all dimensions are in mm. 165 14.
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C m y k c m y k c m y k +ve no. 15 ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ driving controls • driving controls • keys • door locks • child lock • steering cum ignition switch • combi-switch • accessory switches • fog lamps • gearshift lever & shifting pattern • parking brake ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ instrument panel • instrument panel • turn s...
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C m y k c m y k c m y k +ve no. 16 driving controls mobile charger a.C. Controls parking brake lever digital clock hazard warning switch glove box brake pedal clutch pedal accelerator pedal instrument panel combi-switch horn pad 16 before driving — driving controls head lamp leveling switch gear lev...
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C m y k c m y k c m y k +ve no. 17 keys : your car comes with three identical keys. With this key, you can operate - 1. Door locks 2. Steering lock cum ignition switch 3. Trunk lid lock 4. Glove box it is advisable to keep one of the keys in a safe place for use in case of an emergency. • do not use...
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C m y k c m y k c m y k +ve no. 18 on lhs door on rhs door childproof lock : both the rear doors of the car are provided with childproof locks. Push the lock lever located on the vertical face near the rear lock downward before closing the door. The door which has been locked can no longer be opened...
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C m y k c m y k c m y k +ve no. 19 3. 'ign' position - this is for switching on the power supply to the following items : • blower & a/c • engine cooling fan • horn • power socket • power window • head lamp leveling switch • head lamps • music system (if fitted) • digital clock / analog clock • engi...
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C m y k c m y k c m y k +ve no. 20 20 the following items are operated/powered without the key in the ignition switch : hazard warning system, stop lamps, position lamps, registration lamps, illumination of a.C. Control panel and instrument cluster, switch symbol lamps, roof lamp, reading lamps, eng...
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C m y k c m y k c m y k +ve no. 21 21 combi-switch before driving — driving controls in some version, light stalk is different than that shown in above sketch (please see page no. 24) left turn (signal self cancelling) off right turn (signal self cancelling) off fast wipe slow wipe push switch for w...
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C m y k c m y k c m y k +ve no. 22 22 before driving — driving controls wiper control switch lever - left wiper control switch lever - left a. Wiper 'off' position b. Slow wipe c. Fast wipe d. Intermittent wipe * e. Pull up for windshield wipe (flick wipe spring return) f. Press side knob for wash a...
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C m y k c m y k c m y k +ve no. 23 before driving - controls accessory switches : (if installed) accessory switches have been provided on the dash board near the steering column on the right hand side. 1. Rear windshield demister (unlatched switch) the switch is pushed and released to switch 'on' an...
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C m y k c m y k c m y k +ve no. 24 24 before driving — driving controls fog lamps : (if fitted) front and rear fog lamps can be switched on/off by rotating the switch on combi-switch. For front fog lamp: rotate the switch clockwise to switch ‘on’ the front fog lamp. Front fog lamps are operative onl...
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C m y k c m y k c m y k +ve no. 25 25 before driving — driving controls gearshift lever & shifting pattern : the gearshift lever is mounted on the central console between the two front seats. The gearshift pattern is shown on the gear lever knob. Notice the reverse gear should be engaged only when t...
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C m y k c m y k c m y k +ve no. 25 26 before driving — instrument panel instrument panel speedometer engine rpm meter fuel gauge *all indicators and chrome ring may not be provided on some clusters. Indicators* mode selector knob lcd set knob temprature gauge.
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C m y k c m y k c m y k +ve no. 26 25 b before driving — instrument panel instrument panel bs-ii ( lx ) engine rpm meter speedometer fuel gauge temperature gauge tripmeter reset knob lh turn indicator rh turn indicator all indicators may not be provided on some clusters.
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C m y k c m y k c m y k +ve no. 27 26 before driving — instrument panel instrument panel bs-ii ( le / ls ) fuel gauge speedometer temperature gauge tripmeter reset knob lh turn indicator rh turn indicator all indicators may not be provided on some clusters.
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C m y k c m y k c m y k +ve no. 27 27 before driving — instrument panel turn signal and hazard warning i) turn signal : turn signal lamps can be operated only when the ignition supply is 'on' and by using the turn indicator switch on the combiswitch. The direction indicator arrow (lhs) and (rhs) on ...
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C m y k c m y k c m y k +ve no. 28 28 before driving — indicators parking brake indicator cum low brake fluid warning light when the ignition key is turned to the 'ign' position, the symbols light up bright for the following conditions : i) when the parking brake is applied, and/or ii) when the brak...
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C m y k c m y k c m y k +ve no. 29 29 before driving — indicators position lamp indicator : symbol lights up when the position lamps are switched 'on'. (instrument cluster illumination lamps, illumination lamps for ac, hvac or ventilation panel are 'on', when the position lamps are 'on'). The intens...
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C m y k c m y k c m y k +ve no. 30 30 before driving — indicators 30 battery charging indicator : symbol lights up when the 'ign' is turned 'on' and should go 'off' after the engine starts. Notice if it remains 'on' while the engine is running, it indicates that the battery is not being charged. Swi...
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C m y k c m y k c m y k +ve no. 31 'check engine' indicator this lamp indicates engine condition, when a malfunctioning occurs in engine or ems, this lamp indicates as below: 1. Remains 'off' in 'ign' position. Or 2. Remains 'on' in running position. Headlamp leveling switch: (if fitted) a motorised...
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C m y k c m y k c m y k +ve no. 32 32 before driving — indicators & gauges speedometer, odometer and tripmeter (on lcd) : the speedometer indicates the car speed in km/hr. The odometer records the total distance the car has been driven. The tripmeter can be used to measure the distance travelled on ...
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C m y k c m y k c m y k +ve no. 33 33 before driving — gauges odometer, tripmeter and illumination insetnesity control on instrument panel (lcd) : the instrument panel has alcd to display the following main odometer (non-resettable) - counts upto 999999 kms tripmeter a (resettable) - counts upto 199...
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C m y k c m y k c m y k +ve no. 34 33 a before driving — gauges rpm meter : (if installed) the meter indicates engine speed in revolutions per minute (rpm). Change gears at appropriate engine rpm and car speed to get optimum fuel economy. The red mark provided on the dial is the permitted engine rpm...
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C m y k c m y k c m y k +ve no. 35 33 b before driving — gauges / audio warning fuel gauge : the fuel gauge indicates the approximate fuel level in the tank. Refill the fuel tank at the earliest, when the needle touches the red band (indicating reserve level has been reached.) notice as the gauge is...
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C m y k c m y k c m y k +ve no. 34 34 before driving — audio warning / tail lamps lamps 'on' reminder (if installed) when the lamps are 'on', with the ignition key removed from the switch and driver's door is opened then an audio warning is heard to remind you that the lamps are left 'on'. Please sw...
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C m y k c m y k c m y k +ve no. 35 35 before driving — heating, ventilation & air conditioning air flow pattern towards foot board central air vents side air vents side air vents towards foot board towards windscreen (defrost).
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C m y k c m y k c m y k +ve no. 36 36 before driving — heating, ventilation & air conditioning d e heating, ventilation & air conditioning (if installed) a. Temperature control knob : the air temperature in the car can be controlled by operating the temperature control knob (a) at the left hand side...
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C m y k c m y k c m y k +ve no. 37 37 before driving — heating, ventilation & air conditioning c. Air direction control knob : the air flow can be changed by turning the switch (c) to the desired direction. Towards face towards face and feet towards feet towards feet and windshield (recommended for ...
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C m y k c m y k c m y k +ve no. 38 before driving — heating, ventilation & air conditioning 38 e. Air circulation switch : • in hvac version to put air circulation mode in recirculation, press switch 'e'. The indicator lamp will show air circulation is in recirculation. To put vehicle in fresh mode ...
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C m y k c m y k c m y k +ve no. 39 before driving — heating, ventilation & air conditioning notice notice to achieve quick cooling effect, open the windows briefly while you operate the air conditioner, with air circulation switch is in fresh mode, fan at higher speed and air direction towards 'face...
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C m y k c m y k c m y k +ve no. 40 before driving — heating, ventilation & air conditioning 40 close open air flow direction control knob quick heating : all settings as explained before except air circulation switch to recirculation. Once vehicle is heated, switch back to fresh mode. Ventilator : t...
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C m y k c m y k c m y k +ve no. 41 41 before driving — interiors and accessories rear view mirrors door mirrors : driver side only (in standard model) both sides (in deluxe model) the rear view mirror is fitted on the door from the outside and can be adjusted by the lever provided inside the door. I...
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C m y k c m y k c m y k +ve no. 42 before driving — interiors and accessories lower the sunvisors to protect the eyes from bright sunlight. The sunvisor also moves sideways towards the door. A vanity mirror has been provided on the back of the co-driver's sunvisor. Caution when not in use keep the s...
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C m y k c m y k c m y k +ve no. 43 before driving — interiors and accessories window winding : manually operated window winding : window winding in the standard version is manually operated. Rotate the handle on the door pad to raise or lower the window glass. Power windows : (if installed) all the ...
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C m y k c m y k c m y k +ve no. 44 44 before driving — interiors and accessories ashtray : ashtrays are provided on both rear doors for the occupants at the rear. (only on deluxe version) to open the rear ash tray press the lid, it will rotate outward. Caution do not forget to extinguish the cigaret...
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C m y k c m y k c m y k +ve no. 45 45 before driving — interiors and accessories h m z digital clock : a digital clock is provided in the middle of the dash board. It displays the time when the steering lock cum ignition switch is in 'ign' position. Three push knobs 'h', 'm' and 'z' are provided for...
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C m y k c m y k c m y k +ve no. 46 46 before driving — interiors and accessories two triangular shaped push type 'on / off' switches are provided separately for the right and left reading lamps. Rear reading lamps : a roof mounted lamp with two reading lamps is provided above the rear seat. Two tria...
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C m y k c m y k c m y k +ve no. 47 47 before driving — interiors and accessories front seats and seat adjustments : front seats : both the driver and co-driver seats are of bucket type to provide maximum riding comfort. Moving the seats forward and backward : to adjust the seat position, lift the le...
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C m y k c m y k c m y k +ve no. 48 48 before driving — interiors and accessories head-rest : (adjustable on the front seat & fixed on the rear seat) head-rests are designed to help reduce the risk of neck injuries in case of accidents. For best protection, adjust the top of the headrest, so that it ...
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C m y k c m y k c m y k +ve no. 49 49 before driving — interiors and accessories rear seat seat-belts arrangement viewed from rear seat-belt : seat-belts have been provided on the front and rear seats (with micro switch on driver's side for the deluxe model) warning always wear seat belts, while dri...
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C m y k c m y k +ve no. 50 c m y k 50 before driving — interiors and accessories seat-belt adjustment : 1. Pull the latch plate 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...
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C m y k c m y k c m y k +ve no. 51 51 trunk lid opening lever fuel flap opening lever trunk lid opening : a trunk lid opening lever is provided on the floor between the driver's seat and door. Pull the lever up to unlock the trunk lid. Lift the trunk lid by hand using the recess in the centre, near ...
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C m y k c m y k +ve no. 52 c m y k 52 before driving — interiors and accessories side utility pocket : additional side utility pockets are provided in luggage area to keep small items. One side utility pocket is provided with net for more flexibility. Notice do not keep heavy/sharp items in the side...
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C m y k c m y k c m y k +ve no. 27 52 a before driving — interiors and accessories analog clock : (if fitted) this vehicle is fitted with analog clock and powered by electrical system. It has knob at the bottom of dial for resetting time. Motorised rear view mirrors : (if fitted) motorised rear view...
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C m y k c m y k c m y k +ve no. 28 52 b before driving — interiors and accessories multi-media system : (if fitted) your car comes installed with a multi-media system with monitors and 10 disc vcd player. To operate,handle and maintain the multi-media system, please refer the manufacturer’s operator...
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C m y k c m y k c m y k +ve no. 53 ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ starting & driving • opening & closing the bonnet • check list • fuel level • engine oil level • engine coolant level • brake fluid level ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ starting & stopping • starting the engine • stopping the engine ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ preparing to drive • preparing to...
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C m y k c m y k +ve no. 54 c m y k opening & closing the bonnet opening : 1. Ensure that the car is in neutral gear with the parking brake applied. 2. Pull the bonnet release lever located under the right hand corner of the dash board. The bonnet will pop up slightly. 3. Raise the bonnet slightly an...
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C m y k c m y k c m y k +ve no. 55 55 starting & driving — check list check adjust ensure 1. Tyre pressure 1. Front seat 1. Bonnet is fully closed 2. Coolant level 2. Rear view mirrors 2. All doors are properly closed 3. Engine oil level 3. Seat belts are fastened 4. Brake fluid level 4. All switche...
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C m y k c m y k +ve no. 56 c m y k starting & driving — fuel level & engine oil level 56 fuel level : check fuel level on the gauge in the instrument panel. If the pointer is in the red zone, please ensure fuel filling at the earliest. Avoid driving with fuel at minimum level. Engine oil level : 1. ...
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C m y k c m y k c m y k +ve no. 57 57 starting & driving — engine coolant level & brake fluid level engine coolant level : the coolant level is visible through the translucent reservoir. It should be between max. & min. Marks. If it seems less, add premixed coolant into the auxiliary tank upto the m...
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C m y k c m y k +ve no. 58 c m y k starting & driving — starting the engine 58 starting the engine before starting the engine : • apply the parking brake fully. • ensure that the gear lever is in neutral position. Starting diesel engine : • insert the key into the switch and turn it to 'ign' positio...
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C m y k c m y k c m y k +ve no. 59 59 starting & driving — stopping the engine stopping the engine : • let the car come to a stop and engine to idle. • before switching 'off' the engine, run the engine on 'idle' for at least 20 sec. And then switch 'off'. This will allow the engine oil to lubricate ...
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C m y k c m y k +ve no. 60 c m y k starting & driving — preparing to drive 60 preparing to drive : the following checks and adjustments should be carried out before you start driving the car. • ensure that the windshield, all mirrors, windows and outside lights are clean. Check & adjust rear view mi...
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C m y k c m y k c m y k +ve no. 61 61 starting & driving — preparing to drive gear shifting : all forward gears being synchronised, provide for easy and effortless gear shifting. Always remember to press the clutch pedal fully while shifting the gears and also to release the clutch pedal gently. Avo...
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C m y k c m y k +ve no. 62 c m y k starting & driving — preparing to drive gear shifting appropriate gear change speeds for good pick-up : diesel speed (kmph) speed (kmph) upshift downshift 1st to 2nd - 25-30 2nd to 1st - 20-25 2nd to 3rd - 50-60 3rd to 2nd - 30-35 3rd to 4th - 80-90 4th to 3rd - 60...
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C m y k c m y k c m y k +ve no. 63 starting & driving — fuel economy instructions to improve fuel economy : your car's fuel economy is mainly dependent on your style of driving. To operate your car as economically as possible, use the following driving suggestions. Avoid excessive idling : stop the ...
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C m y k c m y k +ve no. 64 c m y k starting & driving — driving in adverse conditions driving through water : • never venture to drive through water when it flows above the stone guard or above the tyre centre line. • the engine may get seriously damaged if attempts are made to cross through deep wa...
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C m y k c m y k c m y k +ve no. 65 starting & driving — driving in adverse conditions driving on a rainy day : • check wiper blades for proper functioning. • check brakes, steering and windows. • check tyres for wear and tyre pressure. Worn out tyres are unsafe on wet roads. • avoid harsh braking an...
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C m y k c m y k +ve no. 66 c m y k starting & driving — driving in adverse conditions towing the vehicle : • for towing a car, the best way is to use a wrecker. • alternatively use a rigid tow bar. • avoid using a flexible cable or rope as your car may crash into the car towing your car when it stop...
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C m y k c m y k c m y k +ve no. 67 starting & driving — driving tata indigo diesel / petrol cars diesel & petrol engine : the combustion systems of the petrol engine & diesel engine are totally different. While the former makes use of the spark ignition, the latter uses compression ignition type. Du...
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C m y k c m y k +ve no. 68 c m y k starting & driving — driving tata indigo diesel it can be observed from the characteristic performance curves of petrol and diesel engines that.......... The low end torque of the diesel engine is less as compared to petrol engine, at same engine speed. The maximum...
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C m y k c m y k c m y k +ve no. 69 starting & driving — driving safety driving safety seat-belt seat-belts are life saving equipment and their use reduces the chance of injury and severity of injury in case of an accident. It is strongly recommended that all the car occupants should always wear seat...
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C m y k c m y k +ve no. 70 c m y k starting & driving — driving safety side indicators / hazard warning ensure that all side indicators/hazard warning lights are always in working condition and they are used when required. Horn ensure the horn is working properly. Horn provides safety to other road ...
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C m y k c m y k c m y k +ve no. 71 maintenance points • engine compartment • windshield washer • air filter • engine cooling system • engine oil & oil filter • belt tension • fuel system • transaxle oil • clutch & clutch adjustment • brake & brake adjustment • power steering • battery • catalytic co...
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C m y k c m y k c m y k +ve no. 73 auxiliary tank brake fluid container fuse box & relay engine oil filling cap battery air filter dip stick power steering fluid container (if fitted) windshield washer filling cap 475 idi (tc) diesel engine (bs-ii) air filter service indicator maintenance points — e...
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C m y k c m y k +ve no. 74 c m y k auxiliary tank intercooler fuse box & relay engine oil filling cap battery air filter dip stick power steering fluid container (if fitted) windshield washer filling cap 475 idi (tcici) diesel engine (bs-iii) air filter service indicator maintenance points — engine ...
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C m y k c m y k c m y k +ve no. 75 engine compartment lamp : (if fitted) engine compartment lamp is provided to illuminate the engine compartment. To push-pull type switch is provided to operate the lamp. Notice do not forget to switch 'off' the engine compartment lamp before closing the bonnet. A p...
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C m y k +ve no. 74 c m y k c m y k maintenance & car care — air filter air filter : the air filter element should be periodically cleaned. Replace the air filter element with a new one, when air cleaner service indicator shows red band, even after cleaning. Always use a genuine air filter element. T...
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C m y k c m y k c m y k +ve no. 75 maintenance & car care — engine cooling system engine cooling system : check coolant level and top up if necessary. If engine overheating occurs, there could be a fault in the cooling system which may be due to : 1. Insufficient coolant in the cooling system or dir...
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C m y k +ve no. 76 c m y k c m y k 76 maintenance & car care — engine cooling system bleeding procedure for cooling system : (for filling or reconditioning after complete draining) a) fill coolant from the auxiliary tank (branded premixed engine coolant) after ensuring all hoses are secured and leak...
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C m y k c m y k c m y k +ve no. 77 77 maintenance & car care — engine cooling system replacing engine coolant : the cooling system should be completely drained and refilled with new coolant at specified intervals. 1. Touch the engine and radiator only after ensuring that they are cold. 2. Remove the...
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C m y k +ve no. 78 c m y k c m y k 78 maintenance & car care — engine oil & oil filter changing of engine oil and oil filter : check oil level in sump after every 1000 km and top up if necessary. Change the oil and oil filter cartridge at specified intervals. Engine oil and oil filter should be chan...
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C m y k c m y k c m y k +ve no. 79 79 maintenance & car care — engine oil & oil filter 8. Start the engine and run for a few minutes. Do not heat up the engine. The engine oil pressure lamp should go 'off' after starting the engine. 9. Check for engine oil leakages, rectify if any. 10. Stop the engi...
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C m y k +ve no. 80 c m y k c m y k 80 maintenance & car care — engine belt tension belt tension : check the condition of belts on the engine. Examine the edges of the belt for cracks or fraying. Check the tension of the belt by pushing on it with your thumb midway between the pulleys for the alterna...
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C m y k c m y k c m y k +ve no. 81 81 maintenance & car care — fuel filter fuel system maintenance the fuel filter is located behind the radiator. For draining the fuel filter, place the car on a pit or two pole hoists, loosen drain plugs by 1-2 turn and drain out water and other sediments at specif...
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C m y k +ve no. 82 c m y k c m y k 82 maintenance & car care — transaxle oil transaxle oil : checking of oil level : 1. Clean the oil level plug and the surrounding area. 2. Remove the oil level plug and check whether oil is dripping out. The oil level must not be below the filler plug. Add oil to b...
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C m y k c m y k c m y k +ve no. 83 83 maintenance & car care — fuel filling cap fuel filling cap : the fuel filler cap is located on the left rear side of the car. The fuel filler lid can be unlocked by pulling the opening lever located on the out- board side of the driver's seat and locked by simpl...
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C m y k +ve no. 84 c m y k c m y k 84 maintenance & car care — clutch & brakes clutch : your caris provided with a single plate dry friction diaphragm type, pre- loaded release bearing clutch which is mechanically actuated by a cable connecting the clutch pedal & the clutch release lever. There is n...
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C m y k c m y k c m y k +ve no. 85 85 maintenance & car care — clutch & brakes rear wheel front wheel bleeding nipple vacuum assistance : the hydraulic brake system of your car is assisted by a vacuum booster which reduced the effort of driver during braking. In the unlikely event of disruption in s...
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C m y k +ve no. 86 c m y k c m y k 86 maintenance & car care — clutch & brakes 8. Close bleed screw immediately after the last downward stroke of pedal and hold pedal. 9. Tighten bleed screw and remove tube. 10. Replace dust cap on bleed screw. 11. Repeat same procedure on rear right, front right an...
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C m y k c m y k c m y k +ve no. 87 87 maintenance & car care — clutch & brakes warning caution notice brake and clutch pedal adjustment : 1. Ensure that clutch pedal height is the same as the brake pedal height. 2. Connect the front end of the clutch cable to the clutch release lever and adjust the ...
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C m y k +ve no. 88 c m y k c m y k 88 maintenance & car care — brake fluid & power steering brake fluid : check the level of brake fluid in the brake fluid container. It should be between the min. And max. Marks. If not, then add brake fluid. Clean the area surrounding the cap before opening the cap...
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C m y k c m y k c m y k +ve no. 89 89 maintenance & car care — power steering procedure for oil filling and bleeding of power steering (ensure that the power steering fluid reservoir is clean before starting any work) 1. Fill the reservoir till it is nearly full, when the system is newly installed o...
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C m y k +ve no. 90 c m y k c m y k 90 maintenance & car care — power steering 6. Once the system is bled properly and free from foaming, there should not be any appreciable change in the oil level in the reservoir, when the engine is started or stopped repeatedly. 7. Now the car is ready to be drive...
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C m y k c m y k c m y k +ve no. 91 91 maintenance & car care — battery battery : check the battery for proper electrolyte level and corrosion on the terminals. Warning during normal operation, the battery generates gas which is explosive in nature, a spark or open flame can cause the battery to expl...
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C m y k +ve no. 92 c m y k c m y k 92 maintenance & car care — battery use a proper wrench to loosen and remove cables from the terminals. Always disconnect the negative (-ve) cable first and reconnect it last. Clean the battery terminals with a terminal cleaning tool or wire brush. Reconnect and ti...
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C m y k c m y k c m y k +ve no. 93 93 maintenance & car care — catalytic converter & turbocharger catalytic converter : to reduce exhaust pollution, the vehicle is fitted with diesel oxidation catalytic converter. The two way catalytic converter has coating of precious metals which enables conversio...
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C m y k +ve no. 94 c m y k c m y k 94 maintenance & car care — turbocharger lubrication of turbocharger the turbocharger rotor assembly is supported by two fully floating bearing bushes in the bearing housing. These bearing bushes are lubricated with finely filtered engine oil from the lubrication s...
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C m y k c m y k c m y k +ve no. 95 95 maintenance & car care — egr system egr system : to reduce exhaust pollution from your car, the engine is provided with exhaust gas recirculation (egr) system. The engine is fitted with egr pipe, vacuum tubes, egr electropneumatic switch, throttle potentio meter...
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C m y k +ve no. 96 c m y k c m y k 96 maintenance & car care — starting with jump leads starting the engine with jump leads : the engine with a discharged battery may be started by transferring electrical power from a battery in another car. This may be dangerous as any deviation from the following ...
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C m y k c m y k c m y k +ve no. 97 97 maintenance & car care — wheels & tyres connect leads in the order as shown in the sketch : • do not connect the lead to the negative terminal of the discharged battery. • the connection of the -ve lead point should be as far away from the discharged battery as ...
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C m y k +ve no. 98 c m y k c m y k 98 maintenance & car care — wheels & tyres • remove the wheel rim cover which is snap fitted (for ls & lx models). • loosen the wheel pins of the wheel to be changed slightly. Keep the spare wheel to be fitted nearby. • jack up the car by placing the jack at the ap...
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C m y k c m y k c m y k +ve no. 99 99 maintenance & car care — wheels & tyres wheel alignment : correct wheel alignment helps to ensure uniform tyre wear. You should get your car’s wheel alignment checked regularly as per recommendation. In case uneven tyre wear is observed, the vehicle’s wheel alig...
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C m y k +ve no. 100 c m y k c m y k 100 tyres : check for inflation and condition of your car tyres periodically. Inflation : check the pressure in the tyres when they are cold. Refer to the tyre information label fitted on the driver side doorpost for correct cold tyre pressure. Recommended tyre pr...
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C m y k c m y k c m y k +ve no. 101 101 maintenance & car care — wheels & tyres you should look for : caution • bumps or bulges in the tread or the side of the tyre. Replace the tyre if you find either of these conditions. • cuts, splits or cracks in the side of the tyre. Replace the tyre if you not...
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C m y k +ve no. 102 c m y k c m y k 102 maintenance & car care — wheels & tyres spare wheel : it is located in the luggage compartment. • to take out the spare wheel, first fold in and lift up the floor cover. • unscrew and remove retaining bolt, at the centre. • lift and take out the spare wheel. R...
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C m y k c m y k c m y k +ve no. 103 103 maintenance & car care — electricals fuses & relays : the electrical circuits in your car have fuses to protect the wiring from accidental short circuit or sustained overload. Fuses and relays are located at 3 locations in your car as shown in the sketch. Circ...
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C m y k +ve no. 104 c m y k c m y k 104 maintenance & car care — electricals head lamps : the head lamps are provided with halogen lamps of h4 type with double filament for providing straight ahead illumination of the road for long distance or a dip beam which illuminates the road immediately ahead ...
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C m y k c m y k c m y k +ve no. 105 105 maintenance & car care — electricals head lamp bulb replacement : • switch 'off' the head lamps & ensure that the bulb is not hot. • open the bonnet and remove the lamp connector from the head lamp bulb. • remove rubber cap. Unlock the locking clip and take ou...
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C m y k +ve no. 106 c m y k c m y k 106 maintenance & car care — car care car care : the 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, ...
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C m y k c m y k c m y k +ve no. 107 107 maintenance & car care — car care cleaning of windows, front & rear glass : clean the windows inside and outside with commercially available glass cleaners. This will remove the haze that builds up on the inside of windows. Use a soft cloth or paper towels to ...
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C m y k +ve no. 108 c m y k c m y k 108 maintenance & car care — car care following guidelines will help you to better protect your car from corrosion proper cleaning : in order to protect your car from corrosion it is recommended that you wash your car thoroughly and frequently in case : 1. There i...
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C m y k c m y k c m y k +ve no. 109 109 maintenance & car care — car care waxing : waxing and polishing is recommended to maintain the gloss and wet-look appearance of your paint finish. 1. Use a good quality polish and wax for your car. 2. Re-wax your car when the water does not slip off the surfac...
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C m y k +ve no. 110 c m y k c m y k.
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C m y k c m y k c m y k +ve no. 111 111 emergency service tips ■ emergency service tips • engine • clutch • transaxle • brakes • steering system • electrical • suspension.
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C m y k +ve no. 112 c m y k c m y k these tips are given for your guidance. These preliminary jobs are to be carried out in an emergency. In normal cases the problems should be attended to in an authorised service outlet by following the repair procedures given in the workshop manual. Sr. No. Proble...
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C m y k c m y k c m y k +ve no. 113 sr. No. Problem observed probable cause action to be taken high delivery pressure in a.C. • get defect rectified refrigerant circuit radiator fins clogged • clean it radiator water passage clogged • get it rectified thermostat defective • get it rectified 5. Charg...
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C m y k +ve no. 114 c m y k c m y k 114 emergency service tips — transaxle sr. No. Problem observed probable cause action to be taken clutch 1. Clutch slipping improper pedal travel • adjust pedal travel rusted clutch cable • replace cable oil on clutch disc • clean or replace disc at authorised ser...
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C m y k c m y k c m y k +ve no. 115 115 emergency service tips — brakes sr. No. Problem observed probable cause action to be taken damaged clutch pressure plate • replace clutch cover/disc worn synchrocones • replace worn dog teeth on sleeve or gear • replace sleeve or gear distorted shift shaft/lin...
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C m y k +ve no. 116 c m y k c m y k 116 emergency service tips — steering system sr. No. Problem observed probable cause action to be taken one side brake pipe clogged • get the brake line cleaned defective tandem master cylinder • rectify/replace tandem master cylinder 3. Brake squeal defective bra...
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C m y k c m y k c m y k +ve no. 117 117 emergency service tips — electrical/suspension sr. No. Problem observed probable cause action to be taken electrical 1. Battery charge & engine oil battery terminal loose or • check connections pressure lamp in cluster not disconnected operating when key is in...
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C m y k +ve no. 118 c m y k c m y k 118 emergency service tips — suspension sr. No. Problem observed probable cause action to be taken wobbly wheel or tyre • replace wheel or tyre defective tyre • replace tyre hub play not proper • adjust hub play brake grabbing • check and rectify excessive braking...
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C m y k c m y k c m y k +ve no. 119 119 ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ important information • chassis & aggregate numbers • fuel, coolants & lubricants • technical specifications • service schedule • car record sheet important information.
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C m y k +ve no. 120 c m y k c m y k location of chassis and aggregate numbers chassis number engine number transaxle number chassis number plate xxxx important information — chassis & aggregate numbers 120
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C m y k c m y k c m y k +ve no. 121 important information — fuel, coolants & lubricants fuel : high speed diesel conforming to is 1460 or din 51601 or equivalent is recommended to be used as fuel. At very low temperatures fluidity of diesel may become insufficient due to paraffin separation. It is t...
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C m y k +ve no. 122 c m y k c m y k 122 important information — fuel, coolants & lubricants lubricants : (diesel) engine oil : recommended grade of engine oil conforming to api cf4+ specification and range of ambient temperature at which these can be used are given in the table below. Ambient temp. ...
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C m y k c m y k c m y k +ve no. 123 123 important information — co-branded fuel, coolants & lubricants please use only genuine engine oils, coolants, lubricants, anti rust & sound deadening coats, windscreen sealant, adhesives & fuel additives branded by tata motors for optimum performance of your t...
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C m y k +ve no. 124 c m y k c m y k 124 important information — technical specifications 2. Clutch type : single plate dry friction diaphragm type outside diameter : 190 mm of clutch lining friction area : 285 sq.Cm. 3. Transaxle : front wheel drive through constant velocity joints. Model : ta65-5 /...
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C m y k c m y k c m y k +ve no. 125 125 important information — technical specifications gear ratios : 1st - 3.64 2nd - 1.95 3rd - 1.13 4th - 0.78 5th - 0.63 rev. - 3.58 final drive ratio 4.64 gear shift floor mounted with international "h" pattern, with fifth and reverse inline. With interlock to p...
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C m y k +ve no. 126 c m y k c m y k 126 important information — technical specifications 12. Performance (kmph) max. Speed at rated gvw 155 (for bs-iii) 150 (for bs-ii) 13. Main chassis dimensions as per iso:612 in mm (nominal) tolerances as per intereurope stvzo wheel base : 2450 track front : 1380...
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C m y k c m y k c m y k +ve no. 127 127 important information — technical specifications 14. Weight (kg) (tolerance as per eec 92/21) standard le ls lx complete car kerb weight as per iso:1176 1085 1100 1105 1110 (with spare wheel & tools) gross vehicle weight 1510 1510 1510 1510 payload 425 410 405...
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C m y k +ve no. 128 c m y k c m y k 128 important information — service schedule service instructions the tata indigo has been manufactured to give you economical and trouble free performance. To achieve this please follow the instructions as stated. Your car is entitled to free pdi and four free se...
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C m y k c m y k c m y k +ve no. 129 129 important information — service schedule 5000-5500 10000-10500 15000-15500 20000-20500 25000-25500 30000-30500 35000-35500 40000-40500 45000-45500 50000-50500 55000-55500 60000-60500 65000-65500 70000-70500 75000-75500 80000-80500 sr. No. Operation frequency i...
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C m y k +ve no. 130 c m y k c m y k 130 important information — service schedule sr. No. Operation frequency in km 5000-5500 10000-10500 15000-15500 20000-20500 25000-25500 30000-30500 35000-35500 40000-40500 45000-45500 50000-50500 55000-55500 60000-60500 65000-65500 70000-70500 75000-75500 80000-8...
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C m y k c m y k c m y k +ve no. 131 131 important information — service schedule front and rear suspension 1. Check suspension strut for oil leakage/damage, replace if necessary 10000 ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● 2. Check suspension arms & steering knuckle supports for looseness/damage, tighten if required 1...
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C m y k +ve no. 132 c m y k c m y k 132 important information — service schedule electrical 1. Check battery electrolyte (level, leakage & charging) 5000 ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● 2. Check wiring harness, relay, fuses connections & functioning of electrical equipment (looseness, damage...
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C m y k c m y k c m y k +ve no. 133 133 important information — car record sheet fuel filled fuel consumption remarks / complaints km reading date.
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C m y k +ve no. 134 c m y k c m y k 134 important information — car record sheet fuel filled fuel consumption remarks / complaints km reading date.
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C m y k c m y k c m y k +ve no. 135 135 important information — record of services performed recommended date odometer repair servicing service reading order dealer's km. No. Signature & at km. Stamp pdi free labour 5,000 * 7,500 *# 10,000 * 15,000 *# 20,000 free * 22,500 # 25,000 30,000 # 35,000 37...
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C m y k +ve no. 136 c m y k c m y k 136 important information — record of services performed recommended date odometer repair servicing service reading order dealer's km. No. Signature & at km. Stamp 97,500 # 1,00,000 1,05,000 # 1,10,000 1,12,500 # 1,15,000 1,20,000 # 1,25,000 1,27,500 # 1,30,000 1,...
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C m y k c m y k c m y k +ve no. 137 137 record of warranty repairs carried out — chassis no._________________________ repair order no. Particulars of repair servicing dealer's signature & stamp odometer reading (km) date c m y k +ve no. 137.
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C m y k +ve no. 138 c m y k c m y k 138 record of warranty repairs carried out — chassis no._________________________ repair order no. Particulars of repair servicing dealer's signature & stamp odometer reading (km) date c m y k +ve no. 138.
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C m y k c m y k c m y k +ve no. 139 ac air conditioning acc accessories amp ampere br branch brg bearing cc cubic centimeters cm centimeter dia diagonal egr exhaust gas recirculation faw front axle weight fig figure fip fuel injection pump gm gram gvw gross vehicle weight ign ignition kg kilogram km...
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C m y k +ve no. 140 c m y k c m y k.
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C m y k c m y k c m y k +ve no. 141 141 tata indigo diesel - alphabetical index a accessory switch 23 air filter 74 analog clock 52 a ashtray 44 audio warning 33 b battery 91 belt tension 80 bonnet opening & closing 54 brakes & brake adjustment 87 brake fluid level 57 brake fuel, coolants & lubrican...
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C m y k +ve no. 142 c m y k c m y k c m y k +ve no. 142 k keys 17 l lcd monitor 52 b lubricants 123 luggage compartment lamp 46 m motorised rear view mirrors 52 a multimedia system 52 b music system 50 p paint care 109 parking brake 24 plug socket for mobile charger 52 b polishes 106 power steering ...
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C m y k c m y k c m y k +ve no. 143 ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ tata motors offices ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ names & addresses of • tata motors main dealerships (md) • tata motors authorised service centres (tascs) * this list is dated august, 31 st 2004 and subject to amendments. Updated list will be available at dealerships and r...