VEHICLE OPERATION 1 - FUEL EFFICIENCY - DRIVING TIPS Most people want to improve fuel economy of their vehicle. You can follow the tips provided here to reduce your vehicle’s fuel cost during your commute to work or a lovely road trip and in the process care about our environment.
VEHICLE OPERATION 2 - GEAR SHIFTING IN MANUAL TRANSMISSION While shifting gears, press the clutch Starting-of directly in 2 gear. It can pedal fully. result in excessive friction and reduce While waiting at a traffic signal, parking the life of the clutch. brake should be engaged instead of engaging gear and keeping the clutch Using accelerator if partial declutching...
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VEHICLE OPERATION Auto Engine OFF If the vehicle speed drops to 0 KMPH, neutral gear is set and the clutch is released under the above preconditions, the engine will automatically turn OFF. (The highest vehicle speed before stopping must be greater than 14 KMPH).
VEHICLE OPERATION 4 - STEERING WHEEL This vehicle is equipped with Steering wheel adjustment for height and reach. Adjust the steering wheel position to adapt to your driving posture through the following steps: The seat height should be so set that the driver can see all directions and the positions of all display instruments.
The low beam lamp is turned OFF. "*" indicates that the equipment mentioned is optional and your vehicle may not have such equipment. Please refer to the actual vehicle for vehicle configuration. MG Motor India Pvt. Ltd. reserves the copyright of the Manual.
The gear is in parking mode and the handbrake is pulled to avoid any damage. "*" indicates that the equipment mentioned is optional and your vehicle may not have such equipment. Please refer to the actual vehicle for vehicle configuration. MG Motor India Pvt. Ltd. reserves the copyright of the Manual.
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Do not start the wiper when the windshield surface is dry. Flush with water thoroughly. "*" indicates that the equipment mentioned is optional and your vehicle may not have such equipment. Please refer to the actual vehicle for vehicle configuration. MG Motor India Pvt. Ltd. reserves the copyright of the Manual.
Turn on the lamp, and the water mist will dissipate after a while. If it is resulted from the weather, repair is not necessary. If the water mist does not dissipate after the lamp is turned ON and there is more water vapor, please contact the MG Authorized Service Center for inspection. Exterior Light Fogging...
COMFORT & CONVENIENCE 9 - AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM FASTER AC COOLING AC Controls Internal Circulation Recirculation mode can be used when outside conditions such as smoke, odors, dust, or high humidity are present. The internal circulation icon displays in white,and the interior air is circulated internally.
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COMFORT & CONVENIENCE Foot Mode Key Most of the air flows out from the floor air outlet and the front seat lower air outlet; little amount of air flows out from the windshield and front door window defroster air outlet and the side air outlet. Foot/Defrosting Mode Key In this mode, air flows out from the front windshield defroster air outlet, the front door window defroster air outlet, the floor air outlet,...
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COMFORT & CONVENIENCE Use the following tips to increase the performance of HVAC (Air conditioning) system, to cool down fast on scorching hot days or if the vehicle is parked under the blazing sun for a long time: Switch the air Open the door Turn on the air distribution mode to...
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COMFORT & CONVENIENCE The modes, fan speeds, air circulation and air conditioning will be controlled automatically by temperature setting you select. To turn off the Automatic climate control mode, just click on modes, fan speed or air circulation mode and it will automatically go to manual mode. DEFOG THE WINDSHIELD To defog the mist formed on the outside, follow these steps Switch the A/C ON and set temperature to ‘Max hot air’...
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Infotainment System While playing MP3 songs in MG Hector, the volume of the sound may tend to fluctuate. If source is changed, e.g., USB to Bluetooth or FM Radio, it may increase/decrease the volume (inconsistent sound), This is a normal condition and just turn the volume knob to adjust this.
COMFORT & CONVENIENCE 11 - WIRELESS CHARGING If vehicle is equipped with a mobile phone wireless charging system, then the system can charge a mobile phone through electromagnetic induction, without the need for a wired connection. The mobile phone wireless charging system is not applicable for all mobile phones as different mobile manufacturers uses different technology.
Adjust the fan speed to get the appropriate ventilation performance for a comfortable driving experience "*" indicates that the equipment mentioned is optional and your vehicle may not have such equipment. Please refer to the actual vehicle for vehicle configuration. MG Motor India Pvt. Ltd. reserves the copyright of the Manual.
SAFETY 13 - BRAKE OPERATION Your vehicle has power assisted brakes. The brake system is designed to provide braking performance under a wide range of driving conditions. During braking, the vehicle speed is reduced through the braking friction and the friction between tyres and ground.
SAFETY 14 - ELECTRONIC PARKING BRAKE* Your vehicle is equipped with an Electronic Parking brake (EPB) system which offers more convenient and useful features. Please keep in the mind, primary intended use of parking brake is to stop the vehicle from rolling when it is in park condition.
SAFETY 15 - AUTOMATIC VEHICLE HOLD (AVH) Vehicles provided with Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) has AVH function AVH function is activated when driver presses brake pedal and the vehicle stops, or driver presses the brake pedal when vehicle is motionless and engine is idle. Once brake pedal is released, hydraulic pressure in braking system will be maintained to hold vehicle in position.
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The driver's seat belt is buckled and the driver's side door is closed. "*" indicates that the equipment mentioned is optional. And your vehicle may not have such equipment. Please refer to the actual vehicle for vehicle configuration. MG Motor India Pvt. Ltd. reserves the copyright of the Manual.
SAFETY 16 - HILL-START HOLD CONTROL (HHC) SYSTEM* HHC helps the vehicle to start easily on a slope without using the parking brake. HHC provides assistance by preventing the vehicle from rollback. HHC operates after vehicle brake pedal is released and maintains the braking force for 1-2 seconds so that vehicle will not rollback In these 2 seconds, if acceleration input is greater than vehicle uphill resistance, HHC gradually reduces braking force and vehicle runs smoothly...
SAFETY 17 - SEAT BELT Seat belts are the primary restraint system in your vehicle. All occupants, including the driver, should always wear their seat belts to minimize the risk of injury. Fastening Pull out the seat belt slowly, have it passed over the shoulder and then the front of the body, confirm that it is not twisted or tied, then push the locking tab into the buckle until a click is heard.
SAFETY 18 - HEAD RESTRAINT Head Restraints to reduce whiplash, thereby preventing reducing serious injuries to neck. Head Restraint adjustment for safe operation: The middle position of the headrest should be on the same horizontal line as the occupant’s eyes. For tall persons, if the above point cannot be met, the headrest should be adjusted to the highest position;...
WARNINGS & PRECAUTIONS 19 - DIESEL EXHAUST FLUID (ONLY FOR BS VI DIESEL VEHICLE) LOW DIESEL EMISSIONS ADDITIVE DIESEL EXHAUST FLUID (DEF) INDICATOR LIGHT/WARNING MESSAGE - IF EQUIPPED Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) also known as AdBlue®, is a non-toxic, colourless, odourless and non-flammable fluid solution of urea and deionized water, that is injected into the exhaust stream of diesel vehicles to turn NOx gases (harmful emissions) into nitrogen and water.
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WARNINGS & PRECAUTIONS AUTONOMY OF ADBLUE CONSUMPTION AdBlue Full Tank (13 Lt) First message Customer information about 17500 km* after 15100 Km Low Level Residual volume 2400 km AdBlue 3.3 Lt Refill Soon Engine will not Residual volume restart in 600 Km 600 km 2.6 Lt Refill AdBlue...
DPF warning light goes off. On an average this process may last for 20-25 minutes. If the indicator is still on after running at constant, please visit the nearest MG authorized service centre for rectification. Diesel Particulate Filter Indicator...
WARNINGS & PRECAUTIONS 21 - VEHICLE OVERSPEED WARNING Government of India mandated vehicle manufacturers to provide visual over speed warning systems with audible frequency in passenger vehicles. If the vehicle speed is greater than 80 KMPH, the system will make an audible alarm sound and will display alarm icon.
WARNINGS & PRECAUTIONS 22 - WATER WADING DRIVING Your vehicle is very capable of passing a road with gathered water. However, in order to avoid damage to your vehicle please: Confirm the water depth before the wading driving. The maximum wading depth of the vehicle is half the level of tyre.
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