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CATALYTIC CONVERTER AND EGR SYSTEM (IF FITTED)
CATALYTIC CONVERTER : (if fitted)
Your vehicle is fitted with Diesel Oxidation Catalytic Converter to reduce
exhaust pollution. The two way Catalytic Converter has coating of
precious metals which enables conversion of pollutants.
Care of the Catalytic Converter :
The Catalytic Converter does not require any special maintenance
however, following precaution should be taken for the effective
functioning of the converter and to avoid damage to the Converter.
It is mandatory to use Diesel fuel with sulphur content less than 0.035%.
Use of any other diesel fuel can increase the pollutants.
WARNING
Avoid parking the vehicle over inflammable materials, such as dry
leaves, grass etc., as the exhaust system is hot enough to initiate "FIRE" .
TAKING CARE OF ENVIRONMENT :
TATA Sumo (Bharat stage III) vehicles are equipped with the EGR (Exhaust
Gas Recirculation) System and catalytic converter/ presilencer to reduce
exhaust pollution.
EGR System (If installed)
The 483 DLNA engineis fitted with EGR pipe. Vacuum fubes EGR
electroneumatic switch EGR switch on FIP throttle lever and associated
electrical circuitry with this controlled amount of exhaust gas in mixed
intakeair of the engine. In part load and speed conditions this help in
reducing harmful pollutants.
Along with EGR system your vehicle is also fitted with diesel oxidation
catalytic converterto reduce exhaustpollution.
H A N D L I N G
Catalytic Converter
Schematic circuit of EGR system
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H A N D L I N G
POWER STEERING (When provided)
Power steering is fitted for lighter steering effort and easy
manoeuvrability. The system consists of steering gear box,
hydraulic pump and hydraulic reservoir suitably mounted and
connected by piping. Pump drive is through belt from engine.
Power assistance is available during normal functioning of the
power steering system.
In case of any failure in hydraulic system, the steering can be
operated mechanically with increased steering effort for
bringing the vehicle to a repair station.
Procedure for oil filling and bleeding the power steering
system. (Ensure that the reservoir is totally cleaned before
starting the work.)
1.
Fill the reservoir nearly full. Crank the engine for 10 seconds
without, if possible, allowing it to start. If the engine does
start, shut off immediately. Check and refill the reservoir.
Repeat atleast three times, each time checking and refilling
the reservoir.
2.
Check for any leakage in the system and if noticed take
corrective action.
3.
Start the engine and steer the vehicle from full left to full
right turn 3-4 times. Add fluid if necessary to maintain the
level up to the filter top.
4.
With the engine at steady speed check for bubble
/foaming in the fluid. If present it indicates that air is
getting sucked into the system.
POWER STEERING
Check the suction line / fittings and correct if necessary.
5.
Once the system is bled properly and free from foaming,
there should not be appreciable change in fluid level in the
reservoir, when the engine is started / stop repeatedly. Top
up or remove excess fluid so that the final level is at 'H' mark
on dipstick.
6.
Now the system is ready for driving.
CAUTION
Do not allow the fluid level to drop significantly or run out of
the reservoir during the above operation. This may induce air
into the system.
Do not start the engine without fluid in the power steering
system. This will result in serious damage to the pump.
NOTICE
Always use recommended brand of fluid from closed
containers. Any dirty fluid poured in the system will result
in damage to pump/gear.
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