Tata Sumo Victa Owner's Manual & Service Book - Tata Motors ...

PREPARING THE VEHICLE FOR THE DRIVE
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PREPARING THE VEHICLE FOR THE DRIVE
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Fuel Filling Cap
Check the following regularly,
starting on a long journey.
particularly before
1. Fuel level in tank
Top up if required with correct diesel fuel, secure cap
and lock the flap.
2. Engine oil level
Check engine oil level before starting the engine or at
least 20 minutes after stopping the engine. Top up if oil
level is less than midway between upper and lower
marks on the dipstick.
The oil level should not exceed the ‘MAX’ mark.
Use only the genuine co- branded oils.
1. Engine Oil Filler Cap
2. Dip Stick
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3. Coolant level
1. Engine Oil Drain Plug
2. Engine Oil Filter
With the engine cool, check the coolant in the auxiliary
tank. The level should be between the “FULL’ and “MIN’
mark, top up with the recommended coolant. Bring the
level upto the ‘FULL’ mark. The level must not exceed the
‘FULL’ mark. If the coolant level drops within a short time
after replenishing, there may be a leak in the system.
Rectify the leakage and top up radiator also.
Use genuine co- branded coolant.
If no leak can be found inspection should be carried out
at an authorised service outlet.
Engine Coolant Container
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Always use genuine radiator cap only of 1.0 kg / cm (14
psi), if required to be replaced.
4. Ensure battery electrolyte level is 10-12 mm above
top of battery plates. Top up with distilled water if
required ( NOT ACID ).
Keep battery terminals clean and tight. Apply petroleum
jelly / vaseline on terminals for protection against
corrosion. Secure covers provided over terminals.
5. Check all lights, horn, gauges, switches and wiper for
proper functioning.
Battery
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1. Brake Fluid Container
2. Clutch Fluid Container
6. Check condition and tension of fan belt. Adjust
tension if necessary. (Refer page no.64)
7. Check leakages of coolant, fuel and oil at all joints of
hoses and pipes and rectify, if any. If coolant leakages
is noticed, rectify the leakages and top up radiator also
with recommended coolant.
8. Check level of brake fluid in plastic container. Top up if
necessary. Do not overfill.
Use only genuine co-branded brake fluid.
9. Check level of clutch fluid in plastic container. Top up if
necessary. Do not overfill as this would result in spillage
during clutch operation.
Use only genuine co-branded clutch fluid.