Emergencies; Hazard Warning Lamp; Vehicle Does Not Start - Checks - Mahindra THAR CRDe 2015 Owner's Manual

12 EMERGENCIES

12.1 Hazard Warning Lamp

The hazard warning lamp switch is located on the instrument panel between the
centre AC vents.
To turn the hazard warning lamp ON, press the switch once. All the turn signal lamps
flash. The instrument cluster turn indicator lamps also flash indicating the same. To
turn OFF, press the switch again.
Use the hazard warning lamp when your vehicle is stationary or to warn other road
users to be cautious while passing your vehicle.
The turn lamps do not work when the hazard warning lamps are operational.
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12.2 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
If the engine cranks normally, but does not start
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If the engine stalls while driving
Reduce your speed gradually, keeping a straight line. Move cautiously off the road to
a safe place. Turn ON your hazard warning flashers and check for any malfunction
lamps in the instrument cluster. Turn the ignition OFF, wait for approximately 90 sec
and try starting the engine again. If the vehicle still does not start contact an
Authorized Mahindra Dealer.
1. Check that the battery terminals are tight and clean
2. If the battery terminals are firmly fastened, turn the interior lamps ON
3. If the lamps do not illuminate, glow dim or go OFF when the starter is cranked,
the battery is weak or discharged. Try jump starting. Follow 'Jump starting'
instructions given later in this chapter
4. Check the fuses in the Engine Compartment Fuse Box and Central Fuse Box
1. If the lamp illumination is normal, engine is cranking normally, but the engine
does not start even after repeated cranking, it needs adjustment or repair.
Contact an Authorized Mahindra Dealer
2. During winter, use of non-winter diesel or due to extreme cold conditions, the
vehicle may not start. Contact an Authorized Mahindra Dealer for further
assistance
To prevent damage to the starter, do not crank the engine for more than
15 seconds at a time. Wait 10 to 15 seconds before trying again.
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