Owners Manual
When first driving the vehicle after long periods of non-usage, you may experience a temporary drive disturbance. This is a characteristic of the tyres and should be no reason for concern. The condition should correct itself within 5-15 kilometers. of driving. If the disturbance persists, have the vehicle checked by an Mahindra Authorised Dealer.
Driving and Drugs/Medication
Your driving ability can be seriously impaired through the use of prescription or non-prescription drugs or medication (even cough syrup). If you are taking any sort of drug or medication, be sure that it will not affect your driving ability.
Mobile Phones Warning
Use of electronic devices such as mobile phones, handheld devices, computers, portable radios or other by the driver while driving is dangerous. In exceptional condition, if use of a mobile phone is necessary despite this warning, use a handsfree system to ensure that the hands are free to drive the vehicle. Even handsfree do not ensure distraction free drive. Please comply with the legal regulations in your country, concerning the use of communication equipment in vehicles .
Driving Long Distances
When driving long distances, follow these tips to have a safe journey:
| • | Take breaks at regular intervals |
| • | Lack of sleep or fatigue will impact your ability to drive safely |
| • | Exercise your eyes by shifting the focus of your eyes to different parts of the road |
| • | Use stimulating beverages such as coffee or tea |
| • | Relax and stay calm |
Running-in
Driving smoothly during first 1,000 kilometers. will help to prevent abnormal and premature system wear. Proper running-in will improve the life of drivetrain and vehicle components.
A new engine may consume more oil during the first 1,000 kilometers. of running. This should be considered as a normal part of break-in and not interpreted as any problem with the engine.
Mahindra Genuine Parts
Mahindra uses high quality parts for building the vehicles. In the event that any parts need replacement, we recommend that you use only Mahindra genuine parts.
Non-Mahindra parts may harm vehicle performance and will not be covered by your Mahindra warranty.
Mahindra Genuine Accessories
A wide selection of quality accessories are available through your Mahindra Authorised Dealer. These accessories have been specifically engineered to allow you to personalize your vehicle to suit your requirements and complement its style and aerodynamic appearance.
Each accessory is made from high quality materials and meets Mahindra's rigid engineering and safety specifications. Every Mahindra accessory installed according to the Mahindra installation provisions comes with the respective accessory warranty.
Consult your Mahindra Authorised Dealer for detailed information about accessories available for your specific model variant.
Vehicle Safety
When leaving your vehicle unoccupied:
| • | Always remove the ignition key when you park the vehicle |
| • | In case of PKE, please lock and take the key fob with you |
| • | Close all the windows completely and lock all the doors |
| • | Do not leave any valuables in your vehicle. If you must leave something in your vehicle, hide them and securely lock all the doors |
When Sleeping in Your Vehicle
| 1. | Do not sleep in a parked car with closed windows. In particular, if you stay or sleep in the car with the engine running and the air conditioner or heater turned on, you can suffocate to death |
| 2. | Sleeping in a closed space with the engine running puts you at high risk of suffocation from the exhausts |
| 3. | While sleeping, you may accidentally touch the gear shift lever or accelerator and thereby cause an accident |
| 4. | While sleeping in the car with the engine running, you may accidentally step on the accelerator, thereby overheating the engine and exhaust pipe and causing a fire |
Hazardous Materials: Do not store any flammable items or disposable lighters in the console box or other spaces. In hot weather, they can explode and cause a fire.
Fire Extinguisher: For safety, we strongly recommend that you have fire extinguisher in your vehicle. Keep it ready for use at any time. Be familiar with how to use it
When Passing the Intersection or Railway Crossing
When passing the intersection or railway crossing, stop the vehicle to check the safety and drive through as fast as you can while using low speed gear and without shifting the gear. If the engine is turned off in the middle of the intersection or railway crossing, get someone to help you and move the car to a safe place quickly.
Do not Switch off the Engine While Driving
Do not switch off the engine while driving. Otherwise, it makes the steering wheel heavier, influence the brake performance and consequently dangerous
System Safety Mode : The protective measures including illumination of engine warning lamp and reduced engine power are taken (engine turned off in extreme case) when there is a critical fault in the system or a malfunction in the major electrical or fuel system. This indicates the system entering the safety mode to protect the vehicle’s drive system.
| • | If the safety mode is activated, pull over and stop the vehicle to a safe location immediately and contact your Mahindra dealer. Then drive slowly or have the vehicle towed to a Mahindra Authorised Dealer according to the dealer’s instruction and have your vehicle checked by a Technician |
| • | If you continue to drive in this state, normal driving is not maintained due to the fixed engine rpm and engine can stop. But even more importantly, continued driving with this state may damage the drive system |
Do Not Modify This Vehicle: If unauthorised modifications are made on the vehicle, the company is not liable for repairing the modified parts even during the term of warranty. Other part problems caused by modification are also not covered.
| • | The vehicle you bought is equipped with a large number of precision parts that have passed through countless experiments and tests. |
| • | These parts are deeply and systematically interwoven. Therefore, if any part is modified or altered without authorization, may under perform or cause critical damage to the vehicle and human life |
Protecting Our Environment: As a responsible citizens, all of us have an important role to play in protecting our environment. Judicious vehicle usage and ensuring hazardous waste disposal (including cleaning and lubrication fluids) are important steps towards this initiative.
Body Repairs: If your vehicle is in a collision, contact Mahindra Authorised Dealer to ensure that it is repaired with Mahindra Genuine Parts. Mahindra has collision repair centers that meet strict requirements for training, equipment, quality, and customer satisfaction. Some repair shops and insurance companies might suggest using non-original equipment to save money. However, these parts do not meet Mahindra’s high standards for quality, fit and corrosion resistance. In addition, non-genuine parts or equipment might lead to damages or failures of the vehicle’s systems.
End of Line Disposal
Composition: Vehicle is made from steel, Aluminum, Lead, Copper, Wood, other plastics & miscellaneous parts. These materials are reusable by recycling them through a proper procedure. Some are hazardous to environment and living beings to be disposed as per local pollution board regulations.
Disposal: As batteries are made of lead, lithium & Iron phosphate with solvents as electrolyte which are harmful. They can impact on environment and are to be disposed as per local pollution board regulations. Certain components of this vehicle such as seat belt pre-tensioner, airbag and battery may contain hazardous material. Special handling may be required for service or vehicle end-of-life disposal.
Similarly ABS & other plastic panels, materials used are to be disposed to accredited agencies for recycling.
Most of other materials are reusable, hence components are to be segregated as per their composition as hazardous and non-hazardous, disposed to accredited recycling agencies. Hence it is advised to contact Mahindra Authorised Dealer for further information
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