Emergencies; Hazard Warning Flashers; Vehicle Does Not Start - Checks - Mahindra XUV 500 Owner's Manual

13 EMERGENCIES

13.1 Hazard Warning Flashers

The hazard warning flasher button is located in the central bezel
switch bank. Press the button to turn ON the hazard warning
flashers, all directional turn signals will flash to warn oncoming
traffic. This is an emergency warning system and should be used
only when there is an emergency. Use it when your vehicle is
disabled and is a safety hazard for other motorists. Hazard warning
flasher will work in all positions of the ignition key and even when the
vehicle is fully locked.
With extended use, the hazard warning flasher may drain your
vehicle battery.
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13.2 Vehicle Does Not Start - Checks

Before making these checks, make sure you have followed the
correct starting procedure and that you have sufficient fuel.
If the engine is not cranking or is cranking too slowly/ intermittently
Check that the battery terminals are tight and clean.
1.
If the battery terminals are firmly fastened, switch ON the
2.
interior lamps.
If the lamps do not illuminate, glow dim or go OFF when the
3.
starter is cranked, then it indicates a weak or discharged
battery. Try jump starting. Follow 'Jump starting' instructions
given later in this chapter.
Check the fuses in the Engine Compartment Fuse Box and
4.
Central Fuse Box.
If the engine cranks normally, but does not start
If the lamp illumination is normal, engine is cranking normally,
1.
but the engine does not start even after repeated cranking, it
needs adjustment or repair. Contact an Authorized Mahindra
Dealer.
During winter, use non-winter diesel or due to extreme cold
2.
conditions, the vehicle may not start. Contact an Authorized
Mahindra Dealer for further assistance.
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