Mahindra XUV 500 Owner's Manual page 130

1 . W h a t i s t h e a d v a n ta g e o f t h e
system?
Start / Stop System aids in attaining better
fuel efficiency on your vehicle and thus
reducing your running costs. However,
the mileage improvement will depend
u p o n v a r i o u s p a r a m e t e r s s u c h a s
prevailing traffic, driving pattern etc.
2. What are the other advantages of
the system?
a. Since the engine is turned OFF
d u r i n g t r a f f i c s i g n a l s / j a m s ,
considerable amount of carbon
dioxide release to the atmosphere is
a v o i d e d . T h i s r e d u c e s g l o b a l
warming and thus provides us with a
sustainable planet to live in
b. Ability to restart the engine by
pressing the clutch pedal
c. Reduces noise pollution at traffic
signals
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3. Is it possible to start the engine
through clutch pedal for the first time?
No, the engine could be cranked only
through ignition key for the first time. If the
engine is stopped automatically by the
system, then only it is possible to start the
engine through clutch pedal.
4. How to activate / deactivate the
system?
The system can be turned ON or OFF
using the Start / Stop activation switch.
5. Whether AC will function, if the
engine is turned OFF?
No, AC will not work during the period
when the engine is in auto stop. However
blower fan will be in operation when
ignition is ON.
DRIVING AND OPERATION
6. What will happen if I keep the clutch
continuously pressed at traffic signals/
jams?
The system will not stop the engine if the
clutch is continuously pressed since it
indicates the driver's intention of moving
the vehicle immediately.
7. Whether will I be able to operate the
engine through the normal ignition
key?
Normal operation through ignition key is
always possible.
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8. Whether the vehicle will start (or)
OFF
stop in gear?
T h e v e h i c l e w i l l n o t s t a r t o r s t o p
automatically in gear to ensure safety. It
will do so only in neutral position of gear
shift lever before driving.
9. What will be the effect of frequent
number of starts on battery and starter
motor?
Specially designed starter motor and
b a t t e r y a r e u s e d t o w i t h s t a n d t h e
increased number of starts.
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