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T T T T T A A A A A T T T T T A INDICA A INDICA A INDICA VIST VIST A & A & VIST VIST A A A A A TECH VIST TECH TECH A INDICA VIST VIST A &...
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• TATA MOTORS LIMITED reserves the right to make changes in design and specifications and/or to make additions or improvements in this product without obligation to install them on the vehicles previously sold.
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We insist that all service and maintenance on your vehicle should be performed by an authorized TATA MOTORS DEALER / TATA MOTORS Authorised Service centres (TASCs) to ensure that only latest methods and genuine replacement parts are used for continued reliability, safety and performance of your vehicle.
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INTRODUCTION utility spaces and the glove box can even accommodate a compact laptop. The Indica Vista is also a leap in terms of technology. It is powered by new generation engines; the globally acclaimed advanced QUADRAJET Diesel Engine, the new...
CONTENTS SAFETY & SECURITY OPENING & CLOSING INSTRUMENTS & CONTROLS Important Safety Notes Anti-theft Device-Immobilizer Cockpit Doors Safety Guidelines Instrument Cluster (Vista) Window Glasses Seat Belts Instrument Cluster (Vista Tech) Bonnet Child lock Tale tells Fuel Lid Anti-theft Device - Immobilizer On Board Diagnostic (OBD) Trunk lid Supplemental Restraint System -...
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CONTENTS STOWAGE & FEATURES CLIMATE CONTROLS STARTING & DRIVING Glove Box Pre-driving Checks Air Flow Pattern Fuel Saving Tips Utility Pockets & Box HVAC Controls Cup Holders Good Driving Practices Basic Settings Power Socket Running-In Period Seat & Seat Adjustments Utility Tray Roof Grab Handle Rear View Mirrors...
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CONTENTS EMERGENCY & BREAK DOWN MAINTENANCE & SERVICING TECHNICAL INFORMATION ASSISTANCE If Unexpected Happens Engine Compartment Fuel Specification Hazard Warning Switch Engine Oil Level Lubricants Specification First Aid Kit Engine Coolant Level Coolant Specification Advance Warning Triangle Brake Fluid Level Fuel, Lubricants &...
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CONTENTS CAR CARE & VALUE ADDED WARRANTY - TERMS AND SERVICES CONDITIONS Car Care ENVIRONMENT SAFETY Washing ALPHABETICAL INDEX Waxing Polishing Paint Care Wiper Care Vehicle Parking For Long Duration Value Added Services...
IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTES & SAFETY GUIDELINES SAFETY IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTES: SAFETY GUIDELINES: other factors. Take rest at regular intervals. Safe driving depends on: In this Owner's Manual, you will find • If your vehicle is equipped with a the following safety notes. •...
SAFETY SEAT BELTS SEAT BELTS: passenger wearing it. The lap belt has WARNINGS a manually adjusted belt that fits Seat-belt is a safety device designed Make sure that the seat belts are across the hip bone. Make sure that to secure the occupant of the vehicle. not twisted which can cause injury your seat is adjusted to a good driving Use of seat-belt reduces the chance...
4. The belt must not be altered or to the pillar as it retracts. modified during use and if required to be replaced, then it should be replaced, by TATA MOTORS 2 UNLATCH Authorized Service outlets only. 1. Pull the belt tongue across your WARNINGS body and insert it into the buckle.
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SAFETY SEAT BELTS Lap belt: be worn as low as possible, below the WARNING rounding, throughout the pregnancy. Be sure everyone in your vehicle is Pull the tongue to the desired length. When a safety belt is worn properly, it in a seat and using a seat belt Insert it into the buckle until you hear is more likely that the foetus will not...
Child restraint systems are available of the door near the lock downward at authorized TATA MOTORS before closing the door. The door which dealerships. TATA MOTORS has been locked by activating the child...
SAFETY ANTI-THEFT DEVICE - IMMOBILIZER ANTI THEFT DEVICE- IMMOBILIZER: NOTE Use only one E-key; the other Immobilizer system is designed to should be kept in a safe location. prevent car theft by electronically Note down “key Tag no.” informa- disabling the engine ignition system. tion (and keep it safe) which is The engine can be started only with required while getting new / spare...
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Key is specific to the immobilizer of tional E-Keys. your car. If both the E-Keys are lost contact Unlocking principle: TATA MOTORS authorised dealer . The transponder which is built into the WARNING ignition E-Key carries a unique identi- fication code. The car unlocks when 1.
SAFETY SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM - AIR BAGS SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT action takes place in a fraction of prevented from deploying by SYSTEM- AIR BAGS : (If fitted) second. turning the PAB switch to INACTIVE by using the ignition key. • • The air bags are filled with a The frontal air bags (driver and propellant gas (nitrogen).
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Deployed air bags and seat belt SRS inoperative. pre-tensioners cannot protect you in another collision. Have the air bags, seat belt pre-tensioners, replaced by TATA MOTORS Authorized Service Centre immedi- ately. NOTE In case of any frontal damage to your vehicle, have the SRS...
TATA MOTORS skidding. Authorized Service outlet. The Anti-Lock Braking System monitors the rotational speed of each WARNINGS wheel.
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DRIVING IN ADVERSE CONDITION SAFETY • Do not attempt to start the engine DRIVING IN ADVERSE CONDITION: Driving on a Rainy Day : if vehicle gets flooded due to Driving Through Water : water. Tow the car to a safe place. •...
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SAFETY DRIVING IN ADVERSE CONDITION • Put on hazard warning switch in Climbing Sharp Gradients on Night Driving : case of hazardous parking or if your Loose Surfaces : vehicle is disabled to warn the passing traffic. • Dip the head lamp for oncoming •...
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DRIVING IN ADVERSE CONDITION SAFETY lower gear has to be done Descending Sharp Gradients : cautiously to avoid loss of traction. • Never move the vehicle diagonally across a hill. The danger is in loss of traction and sideways slippage, possibly resulting in tipping over.
OPENING & CLOSING ANTI-THEFT DEVICE - IMMO BILIZER IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM: NOTE (If provided) 1) E-key of other cars will not start the engine. Immobilizer system is designed to prevent car theft by electronically 2) Customer should, disabling the engine starting system. a.
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Normal Condition Ready to start the car Locked - Problem with key ( Wrong Ekey used to start car) - Problem with Immobilizer system contact Tata Motors dealer to inspect the system NOTE : Few of the variants of VISTA are not having immobilizer system.
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OPENING & CLOSING ANTI-THEFT DEVICE - IMMO BILIZER E-Keys : Loss of E- Keys : NOTE Do’s and Don’ts of immobilizer Unlocking Principle : If any one of the E-key is lost, system contact TATA dealer as soon as The E-keys are learned for a specific possible to have the lost key 1.
DOOR OPENING & CLOSING OPENING & CLOSING DOOR OPENING / CLOSING : Locking without a key from inside: All the doors can also be locked or Front Doors (Driver and Co-driver) unlocked independently from inside Locking / unlocking doors with key by pressing or pulling the knob (1).
OPENING / CLOSING WINDOW GLASS OPENING /CLOSING Glasses are wound up by pulling the WINDOW GLASS OPENING & WARNING switch and are lowered by pressing it CLOSING : While raising the glass, take care down. Power Windows (if fitted) : to avoid fingers / hands getting trapped between glass and the A safety locking arrangement has also...
BONNET OPENING / CLOSING OPENING & CLOSING Manual Window Winding : BONNET - OPENING AND CLOSING: In some versions, power windows are Opening: not provided. In such vehicles, use 1. Ensure that the vehicle is in neutral winder handle manually for lowering gear with the parking brake applied.
OPENING / CLOSING FUEL LID / TRUNK LID OPENING CLOSING The fuel lid is located on the left rear Trunk lid opening & closing : NOTE side of the vehicle. This can be opened To open the trunk lid, pull the lever Ensure that the bonnet is properly by pulling the opening lever located at (Shown in fig.) located at the right hand...
COCKPIT (VISTA) INSTRUMENTS & CONTROLS DASHBOARD (VISTA) 1. A.C. Air vent (Side) 2. Passenger Air Bag (if fitted) 3. Instrument Cluster 4. Combination Switch 5. Steering Wheel 6. Audio Controls on Steering Wheel 7. Driver Air Bag (DAB)- if fitted 8.
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INSTRUMENTS & CONTROLS COCKPIT (VISTA TECH) DASHBOARD (VISTA TECH) 1. A.C. Air vent (Side) 2. Air Bag (Co-driver side) PAB 3. Driver Information System 4. Solar Sensor 5. Instrument Cluster 6. Steering Wheel 7. Audio Controls on Steering Wheel 8. Horn pad / Air Bag (DAB) 9.
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INSTRUMENTS & CONTROLS INSTRUMENT CLUSTER (VISTA) INSTRUMENT CLUSTER - PETROL (As applicable) 1 Fuel Gauge 8 Speedometer 15 “Mode” knob 2 Turn Signal (Left) 9 LCD 16 Temperature Bar Graph 3 Immobiliser Indicator 10 High Coolant Temp. Indicator 17 Odometer 4 Parking Brake / Low Brake Fluid Indicator 11 Turn Signal (Right) 18 “Set”...
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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER (VISTA) INSTRUMENTS & CONTROLS The Instrument Cluster has the following features : • • • • • Analogue Gauge : Speedometer, Tachometer / RPM Meter & Fuel gauge • • • • • Bar Graph : Temperature (as a part of LCD display) •...
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INSTRUMENTS & CONTROLS INSTRUMENT CLUSTER (VISTA) Speedometer: TDi / Quadrajet Fuel Gauge: The speedometer indicates the car The fuel gauge indicates the speed in km/hr. Driving your car as per approximate fuel level in the tank. the recomended speeds will help you Refill the fuel tank before the needle extract optimum fuel economy and touches the coloured band on the...
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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER (VISTA) INSTRUMENTS & CONTROLS Odometer and Trip meter (on LCD): (As applicable) The odometer records the total distance the car has been driven. The trip meter can be used to measure the distance traveled on each trip or (As applicable) between fuel fillings.
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INSTRUMENTS & CONTROLS INSTRUMENT CLUSTER (VISTA) You can select required function on LCD by using MODE and SET switches available on cluster, as indicated in the table below. Please note that each switch has to be pressed and released to change the function. Display selection by “Mode and Set”...
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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER (VISTA) INSTRUMENTS & CONTROLS LCD FEATURES (VISTA) : 7.3 Trip meter (A and B) Trip meter reset : Type : 7 segments, 4 1/2 digits 7.1 Multifunction LCD Trip meter (A and B) can be reset by (As applicable) pressing the set switch slightly longer Range : 0 to 9999.9 when particular Trip-meter is selected.
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INSTRUMENTS & CONTROLS INSTRUMENT CLUSTER (VISTA) 7.5 Odometer : 7.6 Digital Clock : Type : 7 segments, 6 digits. Type : 24 Hour format (7 segments, 4 digits). Range : 0 to 999999 Digital Clock (As applicable) Digital Clock (As applicable) Resolution : 1 km The Odometer reading will not over flow to “0.0”...
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INSTRUMENTS & CONTROLS INSTRUMENT CLUSTER (VISTA TECH) SPEEDOMETER: RPM METER / TACHOMETER (if pro- FUEL GAUGE: vided): The speedometer indicates the The fuel gauge indicates the approxi- vehicle speed in km/hr. Driving your This meter indicates the engine mate fuel level in the tank. vehicle as per the recomended speeds rpm.Change the gears at appropriate Refill the fuel tank before the needle...
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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER (VISTA TECH) INSTRUMENTS & CONTROLS ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE NOTE GAUGE : Overheating of engine can cause severe damage to the engine parts and can lead to seizure of engine parts. The engine coolant temperature gauge indicates the approximate coolant temperature.
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INSTRUMENTS & CONTROLS INSTRUMENT CLUSTER (VISTA TECH) Multifunctional LCD, Odometer, distance the car has been driven. The Dimmer and Tripmeter (A and B): trip meter can be used to measure the Applicable for VISTA TECH distance travelled on each trip or between fuel fillings.
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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER (VISTA TECH) INSTRUMENTS & CONTROLS LCD FEATURES (VISTA TECH) : TRIP- B (as applicable) After selecting the dimming level, the display will show the next information A. Multifunction LCD (e.g. Main Odometer) after 20 secs. (as applicable) Press the “MODE” knob earlier to see the next information.
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INSTRUMENTS & CONTROLS INSTRUMENT CLUSTER (VISTA TECH) DRIVER INFORMATION SYSTEM (as applicable): Quadrajet, Safire The Driver Information System (DIS) is located at centre of the vehicle cockpit and has the following features : 1. Fuel Computer : a. Average Fuel Consumption ( For Trip ‘A’ & ‘B’), Default Settings (Factory Set) b.
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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER (VISTA TECH) INSTRUMENTS & CONTROLS Fuel Computer Fuel Computer information is available on DIS, as can be seen from figure below. Three types of information are available, which can be user selected through "MODE" and "SET" knobs provided. Refer to “Knob Function”.
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INSTRUMENTS & CONTROLS INSTRUMENT CLUSTER (VISTA TECH) Instantaneous Fuel Consumption (INST): DIS displays “Instantaneous Fuel consumption data ”only when the below conditions are met: Updates display "Instantaneous Fuel Consumption" at regular time intervals. A. Vehicle speed should be more than 10kmph. B.
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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER (VISTA TECH) INSTRUMENTS & CONTROLS The Average Fuel Consumption data can be reset manually km. This running average fuel economy value is not same through “Set” switch provided in the cluster as average fuel economy display. After resetting the Average fuel consumption the display This value tends to vary with change in drive pattern, vehicle will indicate 0.0 and then will show a new average fuel speed, Traffic condition and different road conditions.
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INSTRUMENTS & CONTROLS INSTRUMENT CLUSTER (VISTA TECH) Digital Clock This feature has 24 hour or 12 hour display format, AM/PM indication is applicable for 12 hour clock function only, as can be seen from the adjoining figure, which can be user selected through "MODE" & "SET" knobs provided.
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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER (VISTA TECH) INSTRUMENTS & CONTROLS Outside Ambient Temperature Display: Outside Ambient Temperature can be seen with °C or °F unit, which can be selected by user by using “MODE” and “SET” knobs. Resolution: 1°C or °F NOTE The displayed “Outside Ambient Temperature” value may not be accurate when Vehicle speed is <...
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INSTRUMENTS & CONTROLS INSTRUMENT CLUSTER (VISTA TECH) SWITCH FUNCTIONS : User can select required function, using switches available on DIS, as indicated below. Please note that each switch has to be released & pressed to change the function. DISPLAY SELECTION BY “MODE & SET” SWITCHES : Indication On Indication on With “Mode”...
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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER (VISTA TECH) INSTRUMENTS & CONTROLS A. Instrument Cluster Display on Odo OR Trip-A : NOTICE Use of ‘MODE & SET’ switches - Recognized as single key press, until it is released. B. Instrument Cluster Display on Trip-B :...
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INSTRUMENTS & CONTROLS INSTRUMENT CLUSTER (VISTA TECH) Flow chart for using “MODE” and “SET” knobs NOTE : 1. If no switch pressed > 10 secs ..Save & exit 2. If Set & Mode switch pressed < 1 secs ..Save & exit...
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OFF. 2. It remains ‘ON’ if there is malfunction in Engine system. En gines performance deteriorates while it is running. Avoid high speeds and Contact TATA MOTORS Authorized Service Centre for rectification. Check Engine Amber 1.
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2.Illuminates continuously if engine oil level is less than a pre- defined minimum level. Stop the vehicle as soon as safety permits and switch off the engine. Check engine oil level and top-up if required. Contact qualified TATA MOTORS assistance before starting the engine.
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OFF. It will continuously illuminate when there is malfunction of charg- ing system. Contact TATA MOTORS Authorized Service Centre Park Brake cum 1. Illuminates momentarily when ignition is switched ‘ON’ once Low Brake Fluid engine is cranked, it goes OFF.
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Illuminates when engine coolant temperature is very high and continuously flashes along with buzzer if engine coolant temp. is extremely high. Switch off the engine and allow to cool. Top-up coolant if coolant level is low. Contact TATA MOTORS Authorized Service Centre urgently. Low Fuel Amber Illuminates momentarily when ignition is switched ‘ON’...
Diagnostic and reporting capability. to check the system completely, The OBD system allows continuous diagnosis of the components of the TATA MOTORS authorized service centers are obliged to run a bench vehicle correlated with emissions. This test and if necessary, road tests...
INSTRUMENTS & CONTROLS COMBI SWITCH (VISTA) A) RIGHT HAND STALK Head lamp, position (Parking) lamp NOTICE and tail lamp will be OFF in this position. Since the leveling switch takes care 1) Head lamp leveling rotary of headlamp focus pattern under switch: b) Position lamp in ON.
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03 03 COMBI SWITCH (VISTA) INSTRUMENTS & CONTROLS in upward direction changes the Low LEFT HAND STALK : beam to High beam and vice versa. For 1) Rear windshield - Wipe & Wash High beam flash, pull the lever halfway. rotary switch: For keeping in High beam position pull up the lever further up to latch.
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INSTRUMENTS & CONTROLS COMBI-SWITCH (VISTA TECH) LEFT HAND STALK: ( If applicable) By rotating rotary switch, you can 2. The windshield wipers operate for select desired wiper speed. three cycles after the lever is Front windshield wash and wipe: released and one more cycle after D.
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COMBI- SWITCH (VISTA TECH) INSTRUMENTS & CONTROLS indicator stalk is moved to downward. When traveling without a heavy load C. High & Low Beam: For changing lanes, lightly flip the stalk or on a flat road, select position 0. • To select the high beam function, downwards.
INSTRUMENTS & CONTROLS FASCIA SWITCH FASCIA SWITCHES : Front Fog Lamps : ( Unlatched switch) Hazard Warning Switch: Fog lamps are provided on front bumper to improve visibility in foggy weather or during heavy rains. The front fog Hazard warning is used in case of lamps can be switched ON with breakdown especially during night and ignition ON and parking lamp ON and...
MUSIC SYSTEM (VISTA) INSTRUMENTS & CONTROLS MUSIC SYSTEM (if fitted): USB / AUX PORT: Music system is provided on the facia and the speakers are fitted on doors and tweeters on dashboard. USB and AUX Ports are provided just below the HVAC controls on the centre console.
TOUCH SCREEN MUSIC & NAVIGATION SYSTEM INSTRUMENTS & CONTROLS TOUCH SCREEN MUSIC AND USB/AUX port: stored in the devices through car’s NAVIGATION SYSTEM : (If fitted) speakers. USB and AUX Ports are provided on the Music System on the centre NOTICE console.
TOUCH SCREEN MUSIC & NAVIGATION SYSTEM INSTRUMENTS & CONTROLS STEERING WHEEL SWITCHES STEERING WHEEL SWITCHES (RHS) : (As applicable) (LHS) : (As applicable) SEEK – To change radio channels or VOL (Volume): To increase / decrease to select a song from a CD. volume of music system / radio.
INSTRUMENTS & CONTROLS LAMPS HEAD LAMP: TAIL LAMP: SIDE REPEATER LAMP: The tail lamp assembly incorporates the following : 1. Turn Indicator 2. Head Lamp (High Beam) 3. Head Lamp (Low Beam) Brake / Parking Lamp 4. Parking Lamp Direction Indicator Head lamps are clear lens type having Reverse Lamp multi focal reflector and are provided...
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LAMPS INSTRUMENTS & CONTROLS FOG LAMP (if fitted): HIGH MOUNTED STOP LAMP : Front and rear fog lamps are provided High mounted stop lamp is provided for your convenience and they can be on the tail gate, and it glows whenever operated via the Facia switches that the brakes are applied.
INSTRUMENTS & CONTROLS ROOF LAMP ROOF LAMP : of the doors are opened. When the door is closed, the lamp will not go Front interior light with reading ‘OFF’ immediately, but remain ‘ON’ for lamps : 5-8 sec and goes OFF with dimming. This helps settling in the seat and inserting the key in the ignition switch.
GLOVE BOX, UTILITY BOX / POCKETS & CUP HOLDER STOWAGE & FEATURES FRONT STOWAGE COMPARTMENT B) UTILITY POCKET/BOX C) CUP HOLDER A) GLOVE BOX Front seat occupants are provided with two cup holders in the centre console The glove box is built into the dash- situated ahead of the gear shift lever.
STOWAGE & FEATURES POWER SOCKET, UTILITY TRAY , GRAB HANDLE & LUGGAGE SPACE E) UTILITY TRAY (Co-driver Seat) : D) POWER SOCKET F) ROOF GRAB HANDLE Utility Tray Roof Grab Handle Power Socket for front passengers These are provided on all seats except Power Socket is provided on the A Sliding tray is provided below co- driver’s seat.
HEATING, VENTILATION & AIR CONDITIONING CLIMATE CONTROL AIR FLOW PATTERN (VISTA) Demisting Vents Central Central Air Vents Air Vents Side Side Windows Windows Demist Demist Vents Vents Side Air Vents Side Air Vents Towards Towards Foot Board Foot Board...
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CLIMATE CONTROL HEATING, VENTILATION & AIR CONDITIONING AIR FLOW PATTERN (VISTA TECH) Demisting Vents Central Central Air Vents Air Vents Side Side Windows Windows Demist Demist Vents Vents Side Air Side Air Vents Vents Towards Towards Foot Board Foot Board...
HEATING, VENTILATION & AIR CONDITIONING CLIMATE CONTROLS HVAC Controls : (A) Air Direction Control Knob : Towards face The air flow can be changed by turning Towards face and feet the air direction control knob (A) to the desired direction. Towards feet Towards feet and windshield (Recommended for clearing...
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CLIMATE CONTROLS HEATING, VENTILATION & AIR CONDITIONING (B) Temperature-Control Knob : (C) Blower Speed Regulation (D) A.C. ON/OFF Switch : Knob: The A.C. can be switched ‘ON’ by pressing the switch (D) on the A.C. control panel provided the blower is `ON’...
HEATING, VENTILATION & AIR CONDITIONING CLIMATE CONTROLS • In recirculation mode, air inside the NOTICE Operating the AC after a gap of car is circulated again and again. Before start of AC after long time, more than a month of non use : In Fresh air mode, air is taken from run the blower for 2 minutes.
CLIMATE CONTROLS HEATING, VENTILATION & AIR CONDITIONING RECOMMENDED BASIC SETTINGS OF THE CONTROL ELEMENTS OF THE AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM FOR THE RESPECTIVE OPERATING MODES (HVAC) : CONTROL KNOB POSITION BUTTON POSITION A. Air Flow Direction B. Blower Speed C. Air Temperature D.
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HEATING, VENTILATION & AIR CONDITIONING CLIMATE CONTROLS WARNING NOTE • • Never leave children or adults who Condensation forms inside the air would normally require the conditioning unit when the air support of others alone in the conditioner is running, and is vehicle.
DRIVING & PARKING PRE-DRIVING CHECKS PRE-DRIVING CHECKS: CHECK ADJUST ENSURE 1. Tyre pressure and condition of 1. Adjust your seat position. 1. Bonnet is properly closed and tyres. locked. 2. Check adjustment of all rear view 2. Coolant level. mirrors. 2.
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SAFETY CHECKS DRIVING & PARKING SAFETY CHECKS Side indicators / Hazard warning not use worn or bald tyres, especially on the front wheels. Ensure that all side indicators/ Windshield/wiper/windshield hazard warning lights are always in First Aid Kit washer working condition and they are used A first aid kit is provided in your vehicle.
STARTING & DRIVING FUEL SAVING TIPS FUEL SAVING TIPS : Always maintain clean air-filter: Fuel economy speeds : Your vehicle's fuel economy is mainly The amount of air supplied will reduce Gear Speed (kmph) dependent on your style of driving. due to clogged air-filter, resulting in TDi Quadrajet Safire CR4 wastage of fuel due to incomplete...
GOOD DRIVING PRACTICES & RUNNING IN STARTING & DRIVING GOOD DRIVING PRACTICES: • Drive slowly on wet roads. Wet Before you shift to reverse gear, bring roads reduce vehicle traction and your vehicle to a complete stop and • Gear shifting should be gradual ac- affect your ability to stop and ac- depress the clutch pedal fully.
STARTING & DRIVING SEAT & SEAT ADJUSTMENTS FRONT SEAT ADJUSTMENTS: 2. Height Adjustment : button to move downwards. Make sure that the top of restraint is at the same The seat height adjuster (lower) lever height as the top of the occupants is located on the outboard side of the head.
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SEAT & SEAT ADJUSTMENTS STARTING & DRIVING Lumbar Support : (if fitted) REAR SEAT ADJUSTMENTS: Lumbar support is provided on Driver’s Rear seats are provided with 60/40 split seat to give you maximum driving com- seats. These can be folded independ- fort.
SUN VISORS STARTING & DRIVING Steps to operate the Rear View SUN VISORS: NOTE Mirrors: When not in use, keep the sunvisors in their original position or else, they 1. Move the main switch to the left ‘dot’ may block driver’s vision. to adjust the left side rear view mirror and to the right ‘dot’...
STARTING & DRIVING STEERING WHEEL HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT STEERING WHEEL HEIGHT 4. Lock tilt lever by pulling it up to the ADJUSTMENT : lock position. Make sure that steering wheel is securely locked by checking up and down direction. NOTE Steering wheel should be adjusted only when the vehicle is stationary.
STEERING LOCK CUM IGNITION SWITCH STARTING & DRIVING STEERING LOCK CUM IGNITION 1. LOCK: crank the engine until you fully press SWITCH : the clutch pedal. The steering column is locked when Key of ignition switch is common for the key is removed. You can insert or Keep the clutch pedal fully pressed door lock, steering lock and glove box remove the key only in this position.
STARTING & DRIVING STOPPING THE ENGINE, PREPARING TO DRIVE & GEAR LEVER STOPPING THE ENGINE: PREPARING TO DRIVE: GEAR LEVER AND SHIFTING: • Before switching off the engine, run the Release the parking brake. engine in idle condition for at least 30 •...
PARKING BRAKE & VEHICLE PARKING STARTING & DRIVING PARKING BRAKE: VEHICLE PARKING: NOTE • Apply the parking brake properly Park the vehicle in a safe place. before leaving the vehicle and release Switch on the indicator signal it before moving. before turning to park.
Vehicle Never use the brake pedal as a by an authorized TATA MOTORS speed is usually slower, which means footrest. Never depress the brake dealer or If the vehicle has...
HAZARD WARNING SWITCH EMERGENCY & BREAK DOWN ASSISTANCE IF UNEXPECTED HAPPENS TO THE HAZARD WARNING SWITCH : When the situation is under control VEHICLE: switch off the hazard warning indicator. If something unexpected happens with the vehicle, proceed as follows: NOTE If indicator lamps do not blink or blink •...
EMERGENCY & BREAK DOWN ASSISTANCE EMERGNCY EQUIPMENTS • EMERGENCY EQUIPMENTS : The kit contains items that can be Place the triangle on the road used in case of minor injuries only. behind the vehicle where it is NOTE stranded. NOTE You should be familiar with the •...
TOOL KIT & JACK AND HANDLE EMERGENCY & BREAK DOWN ASSISTANCE • Increase the distance to 150 TOOL KIT : JACK AND HANDLE : meters if stranded on a highway or if the vehicle view is obscured. NOTE Remember that the distance between the warning triangle and the vehicle depends on local regulations.
EMERGENCY & BREAK DOWN ASSISTANCE FLAT TYRE REPLACEMENT FLAT TYRE REPLACEMENT : SPARE WHEEL : REMOVAL OF WHEEL CAP (if fitted): In case of a flat tyre, reduce vehicle speed gradually, keeping it in a straight line. Move cautiously off the road to safe place away from traffic.
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FLAT TYRE REPLACEMENT EMERGENCY & BREAK DOWN ASSISTANCE CHANGING FLAT TYRE: Front jacking point NOTE • • Do not lift the vehicle with some Block the wheel which is diagonally one inside. opposite to the flat tyre. • • Make sure the jack is positioned Take out wheel cover (if fitted).
EMERGENCY & BREAK DOWN ASSISTANCE JUMP LEAD STARTING • Then reinstall the wheel nuts and JUMP LEAD STARTING : Connecting procedure: tighten them as much as you can The engine with a discharged battery The engine can be started with another by hand.
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JUMP LEAD STARTING EMERGENCY & BREAK DOWN ASSISTANCE • • Also connect the booster batteries After engine is started disconnect by using another cable for inter the cable in the reverse sequence connection. of connection. • Connect the jumper cables in the NOTE following sequence.
TATA MOTORS authorised dealer or rear wheels raised always use a commercial tow-truck service. NOTE towing dollies under the front wheels.
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TOWING THE VEHICLE EMERGENCY & BREAK DOWN ASSISTANCE Front & Rear Tow Hook Location: Emergency towing : The towing hook is provided inside the tool bag kit which is kept in luggage area. This tow hook must be screwed into the positions provided on front or rear bumper.
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EMERGENCY & BREAK DOWN ASSISTANCE FUSES & RELAYS FUSES : edly, have the electrical system inspected by a trained and authorized If an electrical component fails to service technician. function, it is possible that a fuse has blown. WARNING Never use metal objects or fuses The fuse boxes are located in two with higher amperage, doing so different places, see the illustration...
EMERGENCY & BREAK DOWN ASSISTANCE BULB REPLACEMENT Bulb Replacement : Replacing the Headlight Bulb : Your vehicle’s headlights have replaceable halogen bulbs. Headlight bulb can be replaced without even disturbing or removing the entire headlight unit. WARNING Handling Halogen Bulbs: It is dangerous if a halogen bulb breaks.
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BULB REPLACEMENT EMERGENCY & BREAK DOWN ASSISTANCE 6. Carefully remove the headlight bulb Replacing the Parking Bulb : from the socket Fig. 4. 1. Make sure lighting stalk is in ‘OFF’ 7. Replace the bulb. position. 8. Install in the reverse order of 2.
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EMERGENCY & BREAK DOWN ASSISTANCE BULB REPLACEMENT Replacing Tail Lamp Bulb: 1. Make sure lighting stalk is in ‘OFF’ position. 2. Open the tail gate. 3. Remove the bolts (2 nos) holding the tail lamp cluster using a spanner. Take out the entire tail lamp assy.
• Park your vehicle on the edge of the road, open the TVS, who will provide breakdown assistance including bonnet and put on the hazard warning signal. towing to the nearest TATA MOTORS Authorized Workshop through their Authorized Service Providers (ASP) • Place the advance warning triangle supplied with the vehicle approx.
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• Vehicle to vehicle towing or winching & towing for non • Cases involving accident, fire, theft, vandalism, riots, accident cases up to the nearest TATA MOTORS lightening, earthquake, windstorm, hail, tsunami, authorized workshop. Towing charges at actual cost unusual weather conditions, other acts of God, flood, beyond the same to be paid to the ASP in cash.
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• Cases involving racing, rallies, vehicle testing or • *The decision for free of charge repairs will be as per practice for such events.. the warranty policy & procedures of TATA MOTORS Disclaimer LTD. and as per the interpretation of the same by ASP.
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EXCLUSION OF LIABILITIES : customer’s risk & TATA MOTORS shall not be liable • It is understood that TATA MOTORS shall be under no for any damages / claims as a result of the same. liability whatsoever in respect of any loss or •...
ENGINE OIL LEVEL & COOLANT LEVEL MAINTENANCE & SERVICING ENGINE OIL LEVEL : ENGINE COOLANT LEVEL : 4. The level of coolant should be upto the base of the filler neck. Coolant Check the coolant level in the radiator Warm up the engine to normal operat- should be added if it is low.
MAINTENANCE & SERVICING BRAKE FLUID & TRANAXLE OIL LEVEL BRAKE FLUID LEVEL : TRANSAXLE OIL LEVEL: The level of the brake fluid must be between the min. and max. marks on the side of the brake fluid container. If the level falls below the min. mark, add recommended brake fluid.
MAINTENANCE & SERVICING TYRES TYRES : You should have your own tyre pressure Recommended Tyre Pressures gauge and use it at all times. This Wheels TYRE makes it easier for you to tell if pressure Condition PRESSURE loss is caused by a tyre problem and not by variation between gauges.
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TYRES MAINTENANCE & SERVICING 2. Do not scratch inside of tubeless For correct tyre pressure, please Check the balance weight prior to the tyre with metallic or sharp object. refer to sticker on right hand side removal of the tyre. If found loose, mark Tubeless tyres are coated with “B”...
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MAINTENANCE & SERVICING TYRES To help increase tyre life and distribute Wheel Balancing : It also largely depends on car wear more evenly you should have speed, load carried, usage, driving Wheels of your vehicle are balanced tyres rotated at specified intervals or habits, road conditions, tyre quality, for better ride comfort and longer tyre earlier depending on the operation of...
BATTERY MAINTENANCE & SERVICING BATTERY : Clean the battery terminals with a shield or have a skilled technician terminal cleaning tool or wire brush. to do the battery maintenance. Check the battery for proper electrolyte Reconnect and tighten the cables, coat level and corrosion on the terminals.
MAINTENANCE & SERVICING ROUTINE SERVICE ROUTINE SERVICE BY OWNER OF or maintenance procedure, have it THE VEHICLE : done by a TATA MOTORS Authorized Dealer / TASC. We highly recommend that the following items are to be inspected at WARNING least once in a week.
MAINTENANCE & SERVICING SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS Servicing of the vehicle can be done The TATA INDICA VISTA has been manufactured to give you economical and at any TATA MOTORS Authorised trouble free performance. To achieve this please follow the instructions as stated.
MAINTENANCE & SERVICING SERVICE SCHEDULE SR. MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE OPERATIONS FREQUENCY ( IN KMS ) Period in months 1 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96 108 120 GENERAL (TDi / Quadrajet / Safire ) EVERY Service • • • • •...
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SERVICE SCHEDULE MAINTENANCE & SERVICING SR. MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE OPERATIONS FREQUENCY (IN KMS) Period in months 1 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96 108 120 ENGINE (QUADRAJET) Clean air filter element (more frequently for vehicle operating as TAXI) • •...
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MAINTENANCE & SERVICING SERVICE SCHEDULE SR. MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE OPERATIONS FREQUENCY (IN KMS) Period in months 1 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96 108 120 • • Change coolant (40,000 km or two years whichever is earlier) 40,000 • Replace timing belt 100,000 TRANSAXLE...
FUEL SPECIFICATION TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION FUEL (DIESEL) : aviation turbine fuel. Ratio for mixing of supplementary fuel and diesel are shown in the table. Normal grade BS-III & BS IV compliant diesel conforming Ambient Percentage to IS1460 or EN 590 or equivalent is recommended to be Temperature Summer grade Supplementary...
TECHNICAL INFORMATION FUEL SPECIFICATION Transaxle : Use recommended brand of 80W API GL-4 gear FUEL (PETROL) : oil (MPFI) and Semi-synthetic SAE 75W85 (Quadrajet). Unleaded regular grade petrol conforming to IS2796-1994/ Grease for axle bearings : Lithium base grease IPOL IPLEX DIN 51607 (or equivalent) and RON not less than 91(BSIV)/ LC Grease 2 RON not less than 87 (BS-III) is recommended to beused...
TECHNICAL INFORMATION PLEASE USE ONLY FOLLOWING GENUINE OILS, COOLANTS , LUBRICANTS , ANTI RUST and SOUND DEADENING COATS, WINDSCREEN SEALANT, ADHESIVES and FUEL ADDITIVES BRANDED BY TATA MOTORS FOR OPTIMUM PERFORMANCE OF YOUR TATA INDICA VISTA ITEM SPECIFICATION COMPANY AND BRAND...
TECHNICAL INFORMATION TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION 1. ENGINE Model TATA 475 IDT 1.4 TDi 1.3 QUADRAJET TATA SAFIRE ( 65 PS ) TATA SAFIRE ( 90 PS ) Type Four stroke, 4 cylinder, water Four stroke, 4 cylinder, water Four stroke, 4 cylinder, water Four stroke, 4 cylinder, water cooled, indirect injection type, cooled, Direct injection type,...
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION TECHNICAL INFORMATION QUADRAJET SAFIRE ( 65PS ) SAFIRE ( 90PS ) 4. STEERING Type Hydraulic power assisted, Rack & Pinion steering gear with collapsible steering column Steeering wheel 380 mm 5. SUSPENSION Front Independent, Lower wishborne, McPherson Strut type Rear Semi-Independent, Twist beam with coil spring and shock absorbers Antiroll Bar...
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TECHNICAL INFORMATION TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION QUADRAJET SAFIRE ( 65PS ) SAFIRE ( 90PS ) 9. FUEL TANK Capacity 37 Litres 10. BODY Type Hatch Back, Five doors, Steel monocoque body, Passenger Car 11. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM System Voltage 12 volts (-ve earth) Alternator capacity 12V, 90 Amp 12V, 110 Amp...
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION TECHNICAL INFORMATION QUADRAJET SAFIRE ( 65PS ) SAFIRE ( 90PS ) 14. WEIGHTS (KG) (TOLERANCE AS PER INTEREUROPE STVZO) Complete car ceb 1135 1140 1075 1100 Weight wheel & tools) Gross Car Weight 1560 1565 1505 1505 15. LUGGAGE SPACE Net inside loading 232 Litres space...
TECHNICAL INFORMATION IDENTIFICATION PLATES Chassis No. on ‘B’ pillar Chassis No. below Driver’s seat Cab No. Engine Number (Safire) Engine Number (TDi) Engine Number (Ouadrajet)
CAR CARE & VALUE ADDED SERVICE WASHING CAR CARE : 3. To avoid scratches, please wear Bar) at electrical devices and soft gloves . Remove finger rings, connecter during wasing. This is to Your Car is subjected to many external nails, wrist watch while washing.
WAXING & POLISHING CAR CARE & VALUE ADDED SERVICE the finish coat. Polish your Car, if the NOTE NOTE finish does not regain its original shine Avoid wiping of painted surface in Do not attempt to rip or tamper the after using wax.
CAR CARE & VALUE ADDED SERVICE PAINT CARE & WIPER CARE PAINT CARE : PERIODIC INSPECTION : WIPER CARE : • Wiper blade attack angle on windshield FOLLOWING GUIDELINES WILL Regularly inspect your car for any glass should be 90 i.e.
VEHICLE PARKING FOR LONG DURATION CAR CARE & VALUE ADDED SERVICE VEHICLE PARKING AT ONE PLACE 7. Slightly open the windows. FOR LONG DURATION ( Non use 8. Cover the Car with a cloth or maintenances) : perforated plastic sheet. Do not use sheets of imperforated plastic If you want to park your car at one as they do not allow moisture on...
Extended Warranty Booklet & Cover Note : The Extended Warranty booklet and cover note is the basis of the contract between TATA MOTORS LIMITED and the Owner of the vehicle shown on the Extended Warranty booklet. The Customer to retain this booklet and the same to be produced to the dealer...
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Mechanical / Emission / Electrical break down as defined in this warranty and confirmed by the dealer within the stipulated terms and conditions. • Tata Motors dealer shall either repair or replace any part found to be defective with a new part or an equivalent at no cost to the owner for parts or labour.
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CAR CARE & VALUE ADDED SERVICE VALUE ADDED SERVICE IFTEX / BG / BARDAHL Fuel Additive : Fuel Additive with multiple benefits • • For Petrol cars: Iftex System G For diesel cars: Iftex System D Benefits: • Cleans injector and fuel system. •...
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VALUE ADDED SERVICE CAR CARE & VALUE ADDED SERVICE Why are Corrosion Protection Waxes necessary? Corrosion is caused by: Water / salt water acid rain & atmospheric fallouts. Critical areas are: Cavities: joints, crevices, spot welds, underbody • Corrosion is the most important factor when we talk about the vehicle life. If you treat your car you can prolong the life.
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Areas covered - four doors, rear quarter panels & dicky. In case of diesel vehicles, can be used in the bonnet. TATA MOTORS has tied up with M/s Wuerth , M/s Autokrom, M/s 3M India Ltd & M/s Bardahl for these world class treatment at affordable prices.
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• Cleaning & dressing of tyres, Bumpers & all exterior plastic moldings/trims. Tata Motors has tied up with M/s Autokrom, M/s 3M & M/s Wuerth for this world class treatment at affordable prices. This treatment is available in all authorized workshops. The Dealer Service Marketing Executive will explain to you the...
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• Specialised protection for seat fabric from liquid spills. TATA MOTORS has tied up with M/s Wurth and M/s M/s Autokrom for this world class treatment at affordable prices. This treatment is available in all authorized workshops. The Dealer Service Marketing Executive will explain to you the benefits and terms and conditions of this treatment.
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VALUE ADDED SERVICE CAR CARE & VALUE ADDED SERVICE Why de-carbonisation is required? Carbon deposits accumulate over time in the entire fuel system, including the fuel lines, injector pump, fuel injectors, combustion chambers& intake valves This causes rough idle, vibration at idle, loss of power, hesitation, misfire, decreased mileage, increased smoke, slowed throttle response.
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Tata Motors has tied up with M/s HOEC Bardahl India Ltd and M/s BG for these world class treatment at affordable prices. These treatments are available in all authorized workshops.
WARRANTY - TERMS & CONDITIONS We WARRANT each Tata Indica Vista car and parts have against such parties under their warranties in thereof manufactured by us to be free from defect in respect of such parts. material and workmanship subject to the following terms...
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WARRANTY - TERMS & CONDITIONS wheel balancing and alignment, tyre rotation, The buyer shall have no other rights except those set adjustment of valve clearance, fuel timing, ignition out above and have, in particular, no right to repudiate timing and consumables like bulbs, fuel filters & oil the sale, or any agreement or to claim any reduction filters, etc.
ENVIRONMENT SAFETY Switch off the engine during long stops at traffic TATA MOTORS LTD. is committed to produce vehicles jams or signals. If you need to keep the engine using environmentally sustainable technology. A number running, avoid unnecessary revving it up or stopping of features have been incorporated in Tata Motors and starting.
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Ensure that fuel filter, oil filter and breather are Cylinder head for valve leakage. checked periodically and replaced, if required, as All filters such as air, oil and fuel filters recommended by Tata Motors. (check periodically). Do not pour used oils or coolants into the sewage Turbocharger drains, garden soil or open streams.
ALPHABETICAL INDEX Advance Warning Triangle Doors Hazard Warning Switch Air Flow Pattern Driving in Adverse Conditions HVAC Controls Anti-lock Braking System Anti-theft Device - Immobilizer Engine Compartment Identification Plates Anti-theft Device-Immobilizer Engine Coolant Level If Unexpected Happens Engine Oil Level Important Safety Notes Basic AC Settings Environment Safety...
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ALPHABETICAL INDEX Service Instructions Service Schedule On Board Diagnostic (OBD) Utility Pockets & Box Spark Plug (Petrol Engine) On Road Assistance 24X7 Utility Tray Starting & Stopping The Engine Paint Care Value Added Services Steering Lock cum Ignition Parking Vehicle Dimensions Switch Polishing Vehicle Parking For Long...