TATA NANO

TAT
Owner's Manual

This owner’s manual should be considered as a permanent part

of the vehicle and must remain with the vehicle.

Passenger Vehicle Business Unit (PVBU)

Mumbai Pune

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A NOTE

Please read this Owner’s Manual carefully before you start driving your car
and always keep it safe in the car.

● The recommended routine maintenance servicing along with any

running repairs that may be required, should be entrusted to TATA
Authorised Workshop to ensure that only latest methods and genuine
TATA MOTORS replacement parts are used for the continued reliability,
safety and performance of the vehicle.

● Some of the items / accessories / features shown / given in this book

may not be fitted on your vehicle, these may be applicable for other
versions of TATA NANO.

● (C) Copyright 2013 TATA MOTORS

● All rights reserved. The material in this manual shall not be reproduced
or copied, in whole or in part, in any form without written permission
from TATA MOTORS.

● The information and specifications given in this book are valid as on

the date of printing. TATA MOTORS LIMITED reserves the right to
make changes in design and specifications and/or to make additions
to or improvements in this product without obligation to install them on
products previously sold.

● In the event of the Vehicle being sold, please ensure that this manual
is left in the vehicle for the reference of the new owner.

While taking delivery of your new car, you are priviledged to have the
following :
01. Owner’s Manual & Service 06. Spare Headlamp Bulbs
Book 07. Spare Fuses
02. First Aid Kit 08. Pre-delivery Inspection and
03. Advance Warning Triangle Service
04. Jack & Wheel Spanner 09. Complimentary fuel in fuel tank
05. Tow Hook

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 FOREWORD

Dear Customer,
Thank you for selecting TATA NANO the most exciting car.
We welcome you to the world of advanced automotive engineering marvel
suited to your operating conditions.
This book gives you all the information necessary for making your ownership
of this car a delighting experience and help you in all situations.
To assist you in maintaining your car as per recommended service schedule,
we have a widespread network of dealers and service centres. Kindly refer
Service Network booklet provided alongwith the Owner’s Manual.
Please do not hesitate to call on our Regional / Area offices in case you
need any special assistance.
Please note that by adhering to the correct operating procedures and by
availing the scheduled maintenance services at our authorised service
centres, you can obtain the maximum performance from your car.
We request you to go through this book and derive many miles of motoring
pleasure.

We wish you Safe and Pleasant Motoring

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CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE
SAFETY SYMBOLS SAFETY SYMBOL
In this manual, you will find In this manual, you will
‘CAUTION’, ‘NOTICE’, ‘WARNING’ also see a circle with a
messages and ‘safety symbol’ at slash. This means "Do
appropriate places. The significance not", "Do not do this", or
of these messages are explained "Do not let this happen".
below.
CAUTION
This is a warning which may
cause injury to people if it is
ignored. You are informed what
you must or must not do in order
to avoid or reduce the risk to
yourself and other people.

NOTICE
This is a warning which may
cause damage to the car or its
equipment if it is ignored. You are
informed what you must or must
not do in order to avoid or reduce
the risk of damage to your car and
its equipment.

WARNING
Indicates a strong possibility of
severe personal injury or death if
the instructions are not followed.

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 CONTENTS
WARRANTY If you have Flat tyre 60
Warranty - Terms & Conditions 07 Starting The Engine with Jump Leads 61
Towing the Car 64
ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION
Routine Service 66
Environment Protection 09
Preliminary Trouble shooting 67
KNOW YOUR NANO 11
ELECTRICAL MAINTENANCE
AN OVERVIEW
Fuses & Relays 72
Driving Controls 13
Fuses & Relays Layout 73
Instrument Cluster 14
Bulb Specification 77
Gauges & Indicators 16
Accessary Connectors Details 78
Steering Lock cum Ignition Switch 25
Combination Switch 26 VEHICLE CARE
Music System & Antenna 29 Car Care 80
Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning 30 MAINTENANCE
Lamps 34 Brake Fluid & Windshield Washer 83
Rear View Mirrors & Sun visor 36 Engine Compartment Cover 84
Vanity Mirror,Grab Handle,Utility pocket/ 37 Engine, Oil & Coolant 84
box Air Filter & Spark Plug 86
Cup holder, Window Winding & Power 38 Tyre 87
Socket Wheel Alignment & Catalytic converter 89
Parking Brake,Gear Shift Lever & 39 Battery 90
Glove Box
IMPORTANT TECHNICAL
Front Hood - Opening & Closing 40
INFORMATION
Refuelling 41
Fuel, Lubricants & Coolants 91
GETTING STARTED Oil Filling & Drain Points 93
Door Locking / Unlocking 42 Technical Specification 94
Door Locks 46 Dimensions 97
Front Seat & Seat Adjustment 47
CAR IDENTIFICATION
Rear Seat & Seat Folding 48
Loctation of Aggregate Number 98
Seat Belts 49
SERVICE MAINTENANCE
DRIVING
SCHEDULE 99
Before Driving & Safety Checks 52
MUSIC SYSTEM
Safety Checks & Driving Safety 53
OPERATOR’S MANUAL 101
Fuel Economy 54
Starting,Stopping & Running in Period 55 RECORD OF SERVICES
Gear Shifting, Braking & Parking 56 PERFORMED 128
Driving In Adverse Conditions 57 RECORD OF REPAIRS
CARRIED OUT 129
INCASE OF EMERGENCY
Advance Warning Triangle
Hazard Warning Switch 59

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CONTENTS

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 WARRANTY - TERMS & CONDITIONS
We WARRANT each TATA NANO repaired or altered otherwise than
and parts there of manufactured by in accordance with our standard
us to be free from defect in material repair procedure or by any person
and workmanship subject to the other than from our sales or
following terms and conditions : service establishments, our
1. This warranty shall be for 4 Years authorized dealers, service
or 60,000 kms, whichever occurs centers or service points in any
earlier from the date of sale of way so as, in our judgment which
the car. shall be final and binding, to affect
its reliability, nor shall it apply if,
2. Our obligation under this warranty
in our opinion which shall be final
shall be limited to repairing or
and binding the car is subjected
replacing free of charge, such
to misuse, negligence, improper
parts of the car which, in our
or inadequate maintenance or
opinion, are contributing to
accident or loading in excess of
improper operation, on the car
such carrying capacity as certified
being brought to us or to our
by us, or such services as
dealers within the period. The
prescribed in our Owner’s Manual
parts so repaired or replaced shall
and Service Book are not carried
also be warranted for quality and
out by the buyer through our
workmanship but such warranty
sales or service establishments,
shall be co-terminus with this
our Authorized Dealers, Service
original warranty.
Centers or Service points.
3. Any part which is replaced by us
6. This warranty shall not cover
under the warranty shall be our
normal wear and tear or any
property.
inherent normal deterioration of
4. As for parts like tyres, battery, the car or any of its parts arising
electrical equipment, fuel from the actual use of the car or
injection equipment etc. not any damage due to negligent or
manufactured by us but supplied improper operation or storage of
by other OE Manufacturers, this the car. This warranty shall not
warranty shall not apply. Buyers apply to normal maintenance
of the car shall be entitled to, so services like oils and fluid
far as permissible by law, all such changes, head lamp focusing,
rights as we may have against fastener retightening, wheel
such parties under their balancing, tyre rotation,
warranties in respect of such adjustment of valve clearance,
parts. fuel timing, ignition timing and
5. This warranty shall not apply if consumables like bulbs, fuel
the car or any part thereof is filters and oil filters etc. This

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WARRANTY - TERMS & CONDITIONS
warranty shall not apply to any losses, incidental or indirect, or
damage or deterioration caused inconvenience or consequential
by environmental pollution or bird damages, loss of vehicle, or loss
droppings. This warranty shall not of time, or otherwise, incurred or
apply to V-belts, hoses and gas accrued.
leaks (in case of air conditioned 10. Any claim arising from this
cars) & slight irregularities not warranty shall be recognized only
recognized as affecting the if it is noticed in writing to us or
function or quality of the vehicle to our concerned Dealer without
or parts such as slight noise or any delay soon after such defect
vibration and defects appearing as covered and ascertained
only under particular or irregular under this warranty.
operations or items considered
characteristic of the vehicle. 11. This warranty shall stand
terminated if the vehicle is
7. This warranty shall be null and transferred or otherwise alienated
void if the vehicle is subjected by the buyer without our prior
to abnormal use such as rallying, written consent.
racing or participation in any other
competitive sports. This warranty 12. We reserve our rights to make
shall not apply to any repairs or any change or modification in the
design of the vehicle or its parts
replacement as a result of
or to introduce any improvement
accident or collision.
therein or to incorporate in the
8. This warranty is expressly in lieu vehicle any additional part or
of all warranties, whether by law accessory at any time without
or otherwise, expressed or incurring any obligation to
implied and all other obligations incorporate the same in the
or liabilities on our part and we vehicles previously sold.
neither assume nor authorize any
person to assume on our behalf,
any other liability arising from the
sale of the vehicle or any
agreement in relation thereto.
9. The buyer should have no other
rights except those set out above
and have, in particular, no right
to repudiate the sale, or any
agreement or to claim any
reduction in the purchase price
of the vehicle, or to demand any
damages or compensation for

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 ENVIRONMENTAL CARE
TATA MOTORS LTD. is committed the engine running, do not
to produce vehicles using unnecessarily rev-up.Avoid
environmentally sustainable stopping and starting.
technology. Many features have
• Do not rev-up the engine
been incorporated in Tata Motors
before turning it off as it
passenger vehicles which have
unnecessarily burns the fuel.
been designed to ensure
environmental compatibility • Shift to higher gears as soon
throughout the life cycle of the as it is possible without
vehicle. We would like to inform overloading the engine. Use
you that your car meets emission each gear upto 2/3 rd of it’s
norms and this is being regularly maximum engine speed. A
validated at the manufacturing chart indicating gear shifting
stages. speeds is given in this book.
As a user you too can protect the MAINTENANCE
environment by operating your car
• Ensure that recommended
in a proactive manner. A lot
maintenance is carried out on
depends on your driving style and
the car regularly at the
the way you maintain your car. We
Authorised Service Outlets.
have given a few tips for your
guidance. • As soon as you see any
leakages of oil, fuel or coolant
DRIVING
in the car we recommend to
• Avoid frequent and violent get it attended immediately.
accelerations / rev-ups.
• Use only recommended
• Avoid overloading of the grades and specified quantity
engine. Avoid using devices of lubricants.
requiring high power
consumption during slow city • Get your car checked for
traffic condition. emission periodically by an
authorised dealer.
• Monitor the car’s fuel
consumption regularly and if • Ensure periodic radiator fins
showing rising trend get the cleaning.
car immediately attended at • Ensure that fuel filter, oil filter
the TATA Authorised Service and breather are checked
Outlets. periodically and replaced, if
• Switch off the engine during required, as recommended by
long stops at traffic jams or Tata Motors.
signals. If you need to keep

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ENVIRONMENTAL CARE
• Do not pour used oils or 5. Ignition system & Spark plug.
coolants into the sewage
6. Catalytic converter.
drains, garden soil or open
streams. Dispose the used 7. Carbon Canister.
filters and batteries in
This Owner’s manual contains
compliance with the current
further information on driving
legislation.
precautions and maintenance care
• Do not allow unauthorised leading to environment protection.
person to tamper with engine Please familiarise yourself with
settings or to carry these aspects before driving.
modifications on the car.
• Never allow the car to run out
of fuel.
• Parts like brake liners, clutch
discs should be vacuum
cleaned. Do not use
compressed air for cleaning
these parts which may spread
dust in the atmosphere.
• While carrying out servicing or
repairs on your vehicle, you
should pay keen attention to
some of the important engine
components which greatly affect
emission. These components
are:
1. Fuel pump, Injectors and EMS
(Engine Managment System)
parts.
2. Air Intake and Exhaust systems
(especially for leakages).
3. Cylinder head/Valve leakages.
4. All filters such as air, oil & fuel
filter (check periodically).

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 KNOW YOUR NANO
Your NANO comes from a family of
new generation cars of TATA
motors.It is the outcome of
extensive research and
development by Tata Motors
Limited. We are happy to present
the NANO to you and hope it brings
the joy, pride and utility of owning a
car for personal mobility.
The NANO’s design and features
combined with easy maneuverability
and economic life cycle cost make
it ideal for operating under a wide
range of conditions.

Stylish, comfortable
The Tata Nano, designed with a
family in mind, has a roomy
passenger compartment with
generous leg space and head room.
Four persons can comfortably sit
inside the car. Four doors with high
seating position make comfortable
ingress and egress. All new floor
console comes with well-designed
utility spaces and the glove box.
This is also equipped with music
system.
It can effortlessly maneuver on busy
roads in cities as well as in rural
areas. Its mono-volume design
ensure with Electric Power Steering
system.
The car is available in Standard,
Deluxe & Luxury versions. All
versions offer a wide range of body
colours, and other accessories so
that the car can be customised to
an individual’s preferences and
taste.
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KNOW YOUR NANO

Fuel-efficient engine
The Tata Nano has a rear mounted
rear-wheel drive, all-aluminum, two-
cylinder, multi point fuel injection
petrol engine. The lean design
strategy has achieved minimum
weight and maximum performance
per unit of energy consumed and
delivers high fuel efficiency.
Performance is controlled by a
specially designed electronic engine
management system.
Meets all safety requirements
The Tata Nano’s safety performance
exceeds current regulatory
requirements. With an all sheet-
metal body, it has a strong
passenger compartment, with safety
features such as crumple zones,
intrusion-resistant doors, seat belts,
strong seats and anchorages, and
the rear tailgate glass bonded to the
body. Tubeless tyres further
enhance safety.
Environment-friendly
The Tata Nano’s exhaust emission
performance meets present
regulatory requirements. The high fuel
efficiency also ensures that the car
has low carbon dioxide emissions,
thereby providing the twin benefits of
an affordable transportation solution
with a low carbon footprint.
Besides all these, TATA vehicles are
backed by a well established service
network with trained and skilled
manpower that ensures proper
maintenance.

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DRIVING CONTROLS AN OVERVIEW
DRIVING CONTROLS

Note : a. HVAC or AC System is applicable to certain models.

b. Music System is part of accessories. It is applicable to certain models.
1. Side air vents 10. Accelerator Pedal
2. Speakers on dashboard (For LXM) 11. Brake pedal
3. Glove Box (Co-driver side) 12. Clutch pedal
4. Instrument Cluster 13. Parking Brake
5. Hazard Warning Switch 14. Window Winding Switch (if fitted)
6. Glove Box (Driver side) 15. Gear shifting lever
7. Steering wheel 16. Music System (For LXM)
8. Combi switch 17. HVAC / AC system controls
9. Horn Pad 18. Central Air Vents

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AN OVERVIEW INSTRUMENT CLUSTER (WITH EPS)

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER - EPS

1 4 2 4 3

4 4
9 8

7 6 5

Some Indicators shown may not be applicable to all models.c

1. Fuel Gauge
2. Speedometer
3. Temperature Gauge
4. Tell Tales
5. MODE knob
6. LCD (Digital Display)
7. SET Knob
8. Turn Indicator - Right
9. Turn Indicator - Left

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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER (WITH NON-EPS) AN OVERVIEW
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER - NON-EPS

2 1

3
1

Some Indicators shown may not be applicable to all models.c

1. Tell Tales
2. Speedometer
3. LCD Display for Fuel Level
& Odometer
4. Trip / Rest knob

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AN OVERVIEW GAUGES & INDICATORS

Speedometer : Temperature Gauge : (Only on EPS

The speedometer indicates speed vehicle)
of the vehicle in unit of km/h

Speedometer (EPS) Temperature Gauge (EPS)

NOTICE The Gauge indicates the

temperature level of the engine
At every start speedo needle
coolant after Ignition ON .The red
moves to MAX and come back to
zone at ‘H’ indicates temperature
‘0’ position. This is welcome
higher than normal.
strategy and self check feature.
NOTICE
If the bar graph moves beyond the
normal range area toward the "H"
position i.e Red bar graph, it
indicates overheating that may
damage the engine. ,which may
be due to insufficient coolant in the
radiator or due to any other defect.
Take the car t the nearest TATA
MOTORS Authorised service
Speedometer (Non-EPS) station.
Vehicle Speed Limitation: Fuel Gauge (EPS) :
The vehicle is designed for a safe The fuel gauge indicates the
speed of 105 kmph. If vehicle is approximate amount of fuel
driven above this speed, MIL lamp remaining in the fuel tank when the
starts blinking and the vehicle fuel ignition switch is ‘ON’.
supply will be cut off automatically
When fuel on the tank is near to
to restrict the vehicle speed.
empty position then 1st LED bar
Avoid driving the vehicle at speeds (Red Color) start flashing and low
above 105 kmph. fuel warning tell tale turned ‘ON’.
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GAUGES & INDICATORS AN OVERVIEW
the ignition is turned ON .“F”stands
for full and “E” stands for Empty.
Do not continue adding fuel after the
automatic shut off function is
operated if it is eqqipped on the
gasoline pump. The sensor in the
fuel tank may misjudge the amount
of fuel remaining.
Fuel Gauge (Non-EPS)

Fuel Gauge (EPS)

In case of flashing of 1st and last
bar of the LED with low fuel warning
tell tale please contact Tata Motors
Authorized Service Outlet.
The fuel gauge indicates the
WARNING
approximate amount of fuel
Running the fuel tank too low or remaining in the fuel tank when the
empty can cause your engine to ignition switch is ON. When the fuel
stall and could endanger you and
tank is near empty position then "E"
your passengers.
symbol starts flashing.
You must stop and obtain additional If the "E" symbol starts flashing it is
fuel as soon as possible after 1st recommendable to fill the fuel as
LED bar start flashing and low fuel soon as possible. In case of flashing
warning tell tale turned on. fuel icon on display please contact
On inclines ,curves, braking and authorised Tata Motors distributor.
sudden acceleration due to the NOTICE
movement of fuel in the tank, the fuel On inclines or curves, the fuel
level display may fluctuate or the low gauge may fluctuate or the "E"
fuel level warning lamp may symbol may flash earlier than
illuminate earlier than usual. Always usual due to the movement of fuel
check the fuel level when the vehicle in the tank.
is on level road.
WARNING
When the ignition switch is in the
“ON” position, this gauge gives an Running the fuel tank too low or
approximate indication of the empty can cause your engine to
amount of fuel in the fuel tank and it stall and could endanger you and
takes few seconds to stabilize after your passengers

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AN OVERVIEW GAUGES & INDICATORS

You must stop and obtain harder. This is normal to

additional fuel as soon as possible protect the electric steering
after "E" flashing comes ON or motor from overheating. It will
when the gauge indicator comes automatically restore during
close to the E level. normal driving.
Low Fuel
TELL TALES :
Indicator : (EPS)
Electric Power Steering
Warning Indicator : (EPS) This symbol lights up momentarily
when ignition is turned ‘ON’. The
It indicates the malfunctioning of symbol lights up continuously if fuel
EPS (Electric Power Steering). level in the tank is low. Fuel needs to
It will illuminate momentarily when be filled immediately. It will blink if
ignition is switched ‘ON’ there is any fault in the system. Take
your car to the nearest Tata
It will continuously illuminate if authorized service station if the
malfunctioning of EPS (Electric symbol starts blinking.
Power Steering) occurs. Stop the
vehicle at safe place and restart the Turn Signal
engine, indicator should go off after Indicator :
driving a short distance If it still Turn signal indicators can be
continue to illuminate again while operated only when ignition is ‘ON’.
driving, contact nearest Tata They can be operated by using the
Authorised service centre. In case turn indicator switch on the combi-
of EPS malfunctioning, increased switch. The direction indicator arrow
steering effort will be required. (LHS) and (RHS) on the
NOTICE instrument cluster flashes along
with external indicators lights as per
1. Electric power steering is
selection.
operational only when engine
is running. CAUTION
2. In case of EPS malfunctioning If the turn signal indicators do not
or engine switched ‘OFF’ blink, then there may be problem
condition, increased steering in electrical system. If the
effort will be required. indicators “Blink rapidly”, then this
indicates that a side indicator
3. In case of continues use of bulb has failed. Get it rectified
steering like driving in ghat immediately.
section or constraint parking,
the steering may become

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GAUGES & INDICATORS AN OVERVIEW
Front Fog Lamp 1. Comes ‘ON’ when key is in ‘IGN’
Indicator (If equipped) : position and goes ‘OFF’ when
engine is running.
Front fog lamps are provided on the
front bumper to improve the visibility 2. Remains “ON” while the engine
in foggy weather. The front fog lamp is running if malfunctioning occurs.
switch is provided on combi switch. 3. Starts ‘BLINKING’ if continuous
problem of malfunction is observed,
High Beam
contact nearest Tata Authorised
Indicator :
service outlet.
The indicator light comes on when
the High beam is selected or also CAUTION
when he headlight flasher is When “MIL” indicator is ON or
operated. blinking while the engine is
running, the engine’s
Check Engine performance deteriorates
lamp: marginally and sometimes
This symbol indicates the car’s drastically. Please get the
engine condition. malfunctioning rectified at a
1. It comes ON when ignition is nearest authorized service center.
switched ON and once engine Low Engine Oil
is cranked, it goes OFF. Pressure Indicator :
2. It remains ON if there is a This symbol lights up when the
problem in any of the engine ignition switch is turn to the ‘ON’
components. position and goes out as soon as
NOTICE the required oil pressure is
If the Service lamp remains ON developed after starting the engine.
when the engine is running, the The light will remain ‘ON’ if there is
engine’s performance deter- insufficient oil pressure. If light
iorates marginally & sometimes comes on when driving, contact
significantly. Take your car to a TATA nearest Tata Authorised service
Authorised service centre. outlet immediately. Check the oil
level and add oil if necessary.
Malfunction Indication
Lamp: NOTICE
This lamp indicates your vehicle’s If the low oil pressure indicator
engine condition when a does not glow or continues to
malfunctioning occurs in the engine, remain ‘ON’ even with sufficient
wiring harness, EMS, etc. which oil when the engine is running, it
affects the emission norms this indicates a fault in the electrical
lamp indicates as below: circuit/lubrication system. Check

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AN OVERVIEW GAUGES & INDICATORS

and get the problem attended to NOTICE

at an Authorized Service outlet. If it remains ‘ON’ while the
Driving with low oil pressure may engine is running. It indicates
lead to severe damage to the that the battery is not getting
engine. charged. Switch off all
Parking brake cum unnecessary electrical
low brake fluid equipment and get the problem
warning light : attended to at an Authorised
Service outlet.
This indicator has multiple functions
as follows : Engine Coolant
• It lights up when the parking High Temperature
brake is applied and goes off Indicator :
when parking brake is released. In case of insufficient coolant in
• It also lights up when brake fluid cooling system or malfunctioning of
level is low. engine due to various reasons, the
engine coolant temperature can be
• When ignition key is turned to
higher than normal operating
“IGN” position, this indicator
conditions. In such condition, Engine
lights up and goes off when
Coolant High Temperature Indicator
engine starts in normal
Lamp will start blinking along with
condition. If it is continuously
MIL lamp. In addition the buzzer will
‘ON’ while engine is running, get
also start to warn the driver.
the problem attended at an
authorised service outlet. Avoid driving in this situation and
contact nearest Tata Motors
CAUTION authorised service station for
Drive cautiously when the necessary attention.
indicator remains ‘ON’ while
If the driver continues to drive in such
driving. Get the problem attended
situation, both lamps and buzzer (as
immediately at an Authorized
described above) will continue and
service Outlet.In the state of low
the ECU activates the engine to limp
brake fluid level, continuous
home mode thus limiting the engine
normal driving is dangerous.
speed.
Battery Charging
Indicator :
Symbol lights up when the ‘IGN’ is
turned ‘ON’ and goes ‘OFF‘ after the
engine starts.

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GAUGES & INDICATORS AN OVERVIEW
MODE Button : (EPS) Odometer :
Mode button is used to scroll the
screens of multifunctional display.
Refer Driver Information System
section for the detail. The Odometer record the total
distance the vehicle has been
DRIVER INFORMATION SYSTEM
driven. Keep track of the odometer
(EPS) :
reading and follow the maintenance
Multifunctional display is equipped schedule regularly for better
with Clock, Odometer and Trip performance.
computer. The trip computer consist
tripmeter, average fuel economy and Trip meter :
distance to empty and display when
ignition key in a ignition or crank
position. All stored multifunctional
display information except
Odometer and tripmeter will reset if
the battery is disconnected or low
level of battery charge. This mode indicates the distance of
trip selected since last trip meter
Press MODE button for less than 1.5
reset. The trip meter working range
second to select Tripmeter (TRIP),
is from 0.0 to 9999.9 km. Pressing
Average fuel economy (AFE) and
the SET button provided in Cluster
Distance to empty (DTE) as follows:
for more than 1.5 second when trip
meter (TRIP) is being displayed,
reset the trip meter to zero (0.0).
Average fuel economy (AFE) :

This mode indicates average fuel

economy since last trip reset.
Resetting of trip meter resets AFE
value. Display indicates (— —) and
new average fuel economy value will
be displayed after after driving for
more than 500m.
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AN OVERVIEW GAUGES & INDICATORS

NOTICE • If low fuel warning light comes

AFE value is estimate of fuel on, fill the fuel tank immediately
economy.It may vary significantly regardless the value of
based upon driving conditions, displayed DTE.
driving habits and condition of
• If vehicle is not on level ground
vehicle.
and negative of battery has
AFE gets reset to zero with
been disturbed,the DTE function
reconnection of battery negative.
may not operate correctly.
Distance to Empty (DTE)
This value may differ from the actual
driving distance available.
Display illumination setting :

You can adjust night time

This mode indicates the estimated illumination for display and graphics
distance to empty based on the by using the SET/MODE buttons.
current usable fuel available in the User can enter in to this mode by
fuel tank which can deliver to the long pressing of MODE button with
engine. park lamp ON. Once enter in to the
When the remaining distance is illumination setting mode above
below 25 km "REFUEL" will be screen will be visible in odometer
displayed on DTE screen.The DTE region.
working range is from 25 to 999 km.
User can do this setting in max ten
NOTICE steps by short press of set mode
• The DTE will update with new once enter into this mode.
value when fuel is added more In case of battery disconnect
than 3 Litres at a time. illumination level will go to default
• The average fuel consumption value.
and distance to empty values Digital Clock :
may vary significantly based on
driving conditions, driving
habits, and condition of the
vehicle.
• The distance to empty value is
an estimate of the available
driving distance.

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GAUGES & INDICATORS AN OVERVIEW
Whenever the battery terminals or WARNING
related fuses are disconnected you Avoid adjusting clock and other
must reset the clock time.This display features during vehicle
feature is available when ignition driving. You may lose control on
switch is in ON position. Clock vehicle leading to accidents.
support for both 24 hour and 12 hour
format and you can set clock by using
SET and MODE switches as follows

For Clock setting :

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AN OVERVIEW ON BOARD DIAGNOSTIC (OBD) SYSTEM

Odometer and Trip meter* (on LCD) interfaced with appropriate

-NON-EPS vehicle: (if applicable) diagnostic tools, which makes it
possible to read the fault codes
stored in the Electronic Control Unit,
together with a series of specific
1 parameters for Engine operation
and Diagnosis. This check can also
be carried out by the traffic police.

1. Trip / Odometer 2. Reset knob

The odometer records the total
distance the vehicle has been
driven. After pressing of trip knob,
odometer shows trip value on LCD
display. The trip meter can be used
to measure the distance traveled on
each trip or between fuel fillings.
To access the diagnostic connector,
Trip meter reset knob is provided
which is located below the
on instrument cluster. Keep track of
dashboard at the RH side of the
the odometer reading and follow the
steering wheel as shown in the
maintenance schedule regularly for
above images.
better performance.
ON BOARD DIAGNOSTICS SYSTEM: NOTICE
On board Diagnostics or OBD is an In case the fault occurs and MIL
automotive term referring to a on the instrument cluster comes
vehicle’s self Diagnostic and ON, contact nearest TATA
reporting capability. The OBD MOTORS authorized service
system allows continuous center. After eliminating the
diagnosis of the components of the inconvenience, to check the
vehicle correlated with emissions. system completely, TATA MOTORS
This system warns the driver, by authorized service centers are
turning “ON” the Malfunction obliged to run a bench test and if
Indication lamp (MIL) on the necessary, road tests which may
instrument cluster, when a fault also call for a long journey. The
causes emission levels to increase. functioning of MIL lamp may also
be checked by the traffic police
The OBD system also has a
using specific devices.
diagnostic connector that can be

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STEERING LOCK CUM IGNITION SWITCH AN OVERVIEW
Steering Lock cum Ignition Switch: ON :
Engine running and all electrical
gadgets and accessories ON.
START :
Turn the key further clockwise to the
START position (spring loaded) to
start the engine. As soon as the
engine starts release the ignition key
to ON position. While cranking, all
accessories will be momentarily
‘OFF’.
NOTICE
Key of ignition switch is common Do not crank the engine more than
for door lock & steering lock. 10 seconds continuously. If the
engine does not start wait for 15
The ignition switch is on the right
seconds before cranking it again.
side of the steering column. The
Release the key immediately after
switch has four positions.
starting the engine.
LOCK - Steering Locked
By turning the ignition key from ‘ON’
ACC - All accessories position to ‘ACC’ position, engine
function ‘ON’. can be stopped.
ON - Vehicle ON and all
electricals ‘ON’
START - Engine crank

LOCK:
You can insert or remove the key
only in this position. The steering
column is locked when the key is
removed.
ACC :
By turning key to ACC (key in)
position, all accessories function
like music system will be ‘ON’.

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AN OVERVIEW COMBINATION SWITCH

Single Stalk Combination Switch: b) Position lamp ON.

(if applicable)
Position (Parking) lamp and tail lamp
Single Stalk Combination Switch is will be ON in this position.
provided on right hand side of steer-
ing column. It has wiper control,
direction indicator and light control
switches.

c) Head / Position lamp ON.

Head lamp, position (Parking) lamp
and tail lamp will be ON in this
position. Pull the lever to select high
beam flash (spring loaded). Push
towards dashboard to select high
beam.

2) Wiper Rotary Switch :

1) Light stalk:
Inner rotary switch on the stalk is
Outer rotary switch on the stalk is
provided for front windshield wipe &
provided for selecting Position
wash. The top (1st) position denotes
(Parking) or Head lamp. It operates
wash (spring return). First position
with Ignition switch in “IGN” position.
below “OFF” is for low speed wipe
a) Head / Position lamp OFF. and second position is for high speed
wipe.
Head lamp, position (Parking) lamp
and tail lamp will be OFF in this
position.

Wipe and wash are separate

functions.

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 LIGHT CONTROL SWITCH

WIPER CONTROL SWITCH

COMBINATION SWITCH AN OVERVIEW

3) Side Indicator : 1) Side indicator OFF
N
LEF
T TUR
ANG
E
2) Lane change for Left or Right
E CH
LAN Turn (Spring Return)
LEFT

NGE
3) Lane change for Left or Right
RIGHT LANE CHA
RIGHT TURN
Turn (Self cancellation / Manual
return type)
Push the stalk upwards for changing
lane or turning to Left and downwards
for changing lane or turning to Right
according to requirement. It has three
positions.

Double Stalk Combination Switch: (wherever applicable)

Double Stalk Combination Switch is provided on steering column.

DOUBLE STALK COMBINATION SWITCH

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AN OVERVIEW COMBINATION SWITCH

A) RIGHT HAND STALK 2) Fog Lamp Rotary Switch :

1) Light stalk: Inner rotary switch on the stalk is
Outer rotary switch on right hand provided for selecting front fog lamp.
stalk is provided for selecting Position a) Front Fog Lamp
(Parking) or Head lamp. It operates
with Ignition switch in “IGN” position. The front fog lamp can be switched
ON with parking/ Head lamp ON & can
a) Head / Position lamp OFF. be remain on till the parking lamp &
Head lamp, position (Parking) lamp Head lamp are switched OFF.
and tail lamp will be OFF in this To select the front fog lamps, rotate
position. the inner rotary switch which is spring
loaded. After releasing, it returns to
original position.

b) Position lamp in ON.

Position (Parking) lamp and tail lamp
will be ON in this position. 3) Side Indicator :

c) Head / Position lamp ON.

Head lamp, position (Parking) lamp Push the stalk upwards for changing
and tail lamp will be ON in this lane or turning to Left and downwards
position. Pull the lever to select high for changing lane or turning to Right
beam flash (spring loaded). Push according to requirement. It has three
towards dashboard to select high positions.
beam. 1) Side indicator OFF
2) Lane change for Left or Right
Turn (Spring Return)
3) Lane change for Left or Right
Turn (Self cancellation / Manual
return type)

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COMBINATION SWITCH AN OVERVIEW
B) LEFT HAND STALK
1) Front Windshield - Wipe and
wash :

Speakers on Front dashboard

Push the stalk upwards to operate
Low or High speed wipe. Push the
stalk downward to operate
intermittent wipe. Pull the stalk for
wipe and wash operation.
NOTICE
After wash function is activated,
there will be one wipe of wiper.

Music System (if applicable) :

Speakers on Rear parcel shelf

Antenna :

The music system can be fitted on

the facia and front speakers are
fitted on dashboard and rear on Antenna is located on the roof, above
parcel shelf. the front windshield glass.
For operation and further information
of music system please refer
manufacturer’s manual (Refer page
93 to 116)

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AN OVERVIEW HVAC & AIR CONDITIONING

HEATING, VENTILATION & AIR CONDITIONING

AIR FLOW PATTERN
Demisting Vents

Side Side
Window Window
Demist Demist
Vents Vents

Side Air Side Air

Vents Vents

Towards Towards
Foot Board Central Foot Board
Air Vents

HVAC CONTROLS
A - Air direction mode
selection knob
B - Blower speed selection
knob
C - Temperature control knob
D - AC ON/OFF switch
E - Air recirculation / Fresh
A E B D C air lever

AC CONTROLS
A - Air direction mode
selection knob
B - Blower speed selection
knob
D - AC ON/OFF switch
E - Air recirculation / Fresh
air lever
A B D E

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HVAC & AIR CONDITIONING AN OVERVIEW
A. Air direction mode selection C. Temperature-Control Knob :
knob :
The air temperature in the vehicle
The air flow can be changed by can be controlled by operating the
turning the knob (A) to the desired temperature control knob (C) on the
direction. control panel. The temperature can
be increased by rotating the knob
towards the red dot and decreased
by rotating it towards the blue dot.

Towards face
Towards face and feet
Towards feet
D. AC ON/OFF Switch :
Towards feet & windshield
(Recommended for clearing
mist on windshield)
Towards windshield
(Recommended for clearing
heavy fog.
The AC can be switched ‘ON’ by
B. Blower Speed selection Knob : pressing the switch (D) on the AC
The HVAC system has a three control panel provided the blower
speed blower. The blower speeds is `ON’ and the engine is running.
can be selected by operating the The indicator lamp on switch will
blower knob (B). show that the AC is `ON’.
E. Recirculation / Fresh Air knob:
• To put air circulation mode in
recirculation, slide the knob 'E'
towards recirculation mode
(HVAC version) / rotate the knob
‘E’ towards recirculation mode
(AC version) and vice-versa.

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AN OVERVIEW HVAC & AIR CONDITIONING

Recirculation Fresh Air engine is running. When AC is

mode mode
switched 'ON' engine idling
RPM increases marginally, to
adjust to the AC compressor
load. When desired
HVAC temperature is achieved AC
trips 'OFF' automatically.
Fresh • The AC compressor is
switched 'OFF' automatically
when engine gets overheated.
The AC is automatically
switched 'ON' when the engine
Recirculation cools down.

Ventilator :
AC
The air flow can be adjusted
• In recirculation mode, air inside continuously with the rotary control
the vehicle is circulated again knob at the vents on the dash board.
and again. In Fresh Air mode, The air vents can be adjusted
air is taken from atmosphere upward and downward.
and circulated in the vehicle. NOTICE
Recirculation mode can be used Refrigerant charged in the air
conditioning circuit has been
• While driving in dusty condition
identified on the label over front
• To avoid traffic pollution body member. Use only
• To get quick cooling/heating as refrigerant as given in the label
required. for topping up or recharge, i.e. do
not charge the vehicle with some
Whenever discomfort is felt switch other refrigerant than the existing
to fresh air circulation mode. refrigerant. Always use R134a
NOTICE (Non CFC) refrigerant.
• We strongly recommend AC to Fresh air is taken from the grill
be used in recirculation mode opening provided on the fire wall
under the front hood at base of
for better cooling.
windshield glass outside the
• Use fresh Air mode only when vehicle. Keep these openings
discomfort is felt. clear and free.
• The AC can be switched `ON'
only if the blower is 'ON' and

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HVAC & AIR CONDITIONING AN OVERVIEW
RECOMMENDED BASIC SETTINGS OF THE CONTROL ELEMENTS OF THE AIR CON-
DITIONING SYSTEM FOR THE RESPECTIVE OPERATING MODES (HVAC & AC) :
CONTROL KNOB POSITION BUTTON POSITION
A. Air Flow B. Blower C. Air D. Air E. AC ON /
Direction Speed Temperature Recirculation OFF
HVAC
FUNCTIONS

Normal or 2 or 3 Desired temp. Fresh air Switched

heating mode. OFF
Quick Briefly 4, then To the right Briefly switch Switched
heating 2 or 3 upto the stop ON to Fresh OFF
air mode then
Recirculation
mode
Normal or 1,2 or 3 Desired Recirculation Switched
Cooling temperature mode ON
Quick or 4 To the left up to Recirculation Switched ON
Cooling the stop mode
Demisting 2 or 3 Desired Fresh air Switched ON
temperature mode (Optional)
Defrosting 4 Desired Fresh air Switched ON
temperature mode (Optional)

CONTROL KNOB POSITION BUTTON POSITION

A. Air Flow D. Air
B. Blower Speed E. AC ON / OFF
Direction Recirculation
AC
FUNCTIONS

Normal or 1,2 or 3 Recirculation Switched

Cooling mode ON
Quick or 4 Recirculation Switched ON
Cooling mode
Demisting 2 or 3 Fresh air Switched ON
mode (Optional)
Defrosting 4 Fresh air Switched ON
mode (Optional)

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AN OVERVIEW LAMPS

Head Lamp: Tail Lamp:

3 1

1 2
2 3
4

1 High / Low Beam The tail lamp assembly

2 Position / Parking Lamp incorporates the following :
3 Front Direction Indicator 1 Tail / Brake Lamp
Head lamps are clear lens type 2 Turn Signal Indicator
having multi focal reflector and are 3 Reverse Lamp
provided with halogen bulb with 4 Reflex Reflector
double fitment for providing straight
Side Repeater Indicator Lamp
ahead illumination of the road for the
long distance or deep beam which
illuminates the road immediately
ahead for short distance visibility. It
also has side indicator lamp and a
parking lamp.

Front Fog Lamp: (As Applicable)

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LAMPS AN OVERVIEW
High Mounted Stop Lamp : Interior Lamp :

DOOR OFF
ON

High mounted stop lamp is Interior lamp is provided on the roof,

provided on the rear side of vehicle. near the inner rear view mirror. It’s
It will glow along with stop lamps switch has three positions.
whenever service brake is applied. ON - The lamp will come ‘ON’ as long
Registration Plate Lamp : as switch is in this position.
DOOR (As applicable) In this
position the lamp comes on when
front doors are opened. When the
door is closed, the lamp will go
‘OFF’.
OFF - In this position the lamp will
be always ‘OFF’.

Two concealed lamps are provided

for illumination of the rear
registration number plate.

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AN OVERVIEW REAR VIEW MIRRORS & SUNVISORS

Inner Rear View Mirror :

NOTICE
Inner rear view mirror is provided Be careful when judging the size
inside the cab and fitted to or distances of a vehicle or other
windshield glass. object seen in the side convex
Nano comes with both normal and mirror. Be aware that objects looks
anti-glare type mirrors (wherever smaller and appear farther away
applicable). than when seen in flat mirror.
It has two positions and can be Sun visors : (if fitted)
selected by knob below mirror :
1. Normal position
2. Antiglare position
Use antiglare position only when
necessary, as it reduces rear view
clarity.
CAUTION
View in antiglare position reduces
rear view clarity as compared to
normal position.
In few versions, two adjustable sun
Outside Rear View Mirror :
visors are provided inside the cab
‘Tip tap’ type mirror is provided only above the windshield to prevent sun
on driver side in few version, where glare, where as in other versions it
as it is provided on both sides in is fitted only on driver side. Lower
other versions. It is fitted on the door the sun visors to protect the eyes
from the outside and can be from bright sunlight. The sun visors
adjusted manually. In few varients, also move sideways towards the
mirror is fitted at co-driver side also. door.

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VANITY MIRROR & GRAB HANDLE AN OVERVIEW

NOTICE Utility pocket (if applicable):

When not in use keep the sun
visors in their original position
other wise they may lock the
driver’s vision.
Vanity Mirror :(If fitted)

Utility pocket on front door trim

Utility pocket is provided to all the
doors to keep magazines / books
etc.
In few versions, a vanity mirror has
been provided on the back of the
co-driver side sunvisor.
Roof Grab Handle :(If fitted)

Utility pocket on rear door trim

These are provided for comfortable

positoning of passengers during
journey.

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AN OVERVIEW CUP HOLDER, WINDOW WINDING & POWER SOCKET

FLOOR CONSOLE : Manual window winding is provided

Cup holder : (if applicable) on rear doors.
Manual window winding :

Two cup holders are provided on the

floor console near the gear shifting Where power windows are not
lever for your convenience. provided, manually operated winder
Power window switch (Front handles are provided. Use winder
Doors) : if fitted handle for lowering down or raising
up window glasses.
Power Socket / Cigar Lighter (if
fitted):

Window glasses on front doors can

be operated by switches provided on
the main control panel located on the
floor console. They work only when A power socket is provided on floor
the key is in the “ACC” position. console at the front. Power socket
can be used to tab 12V supply (10A
Glasses are wound up by pulling the
Max.) for operating external gadgets.
switch and are lowered by pressing
it down.

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PARKING BRAKE, EAR SHIFT LEVER & GLOVE BOX AN OVERVIEW
With ignition switch in ‘ACC’
position, press cigar lighter fully in.
It pops out, when heated to specified
temperature. Take the lighter out and
light your cigarette. After use place
the lighter in it’s original place.
Parking Brake Lever :

2
All forward gears being
1 synchronized, provide easy &
effortless gear shifting. Always
remember to press the clutch pedal
fully while shifting the gears and also
to release the clutch pedal gently.
Glove Box : (If fitted)
1. Parking Brake Lever
2. Release Button
Mechanical parking brake acting
only on the rear wheel is provided
on your vehicle. The parking brake
lever is located behind the gearshift
lever. To apply the parking brake, pull
the lever up fully. The indicator light
on the instrument panel will become
‘ON’. To release it, pull the lever up
slightly, press the release button and
push the lever down. The parking
brake indicator on the instrument Two glove boxes are provided on
panel will go ‘OFF’ when the parking both the sides of front dashboard i.e.
brake lever is fully released. driver side and co-driver side. To
open the glove box, press and
Gear Shift Lever : release the cover lid at the centre.
Gear shift lever is mounted on the To close the glove box cover lid,
central console between the two front press the cover lid gently. It gets
seats. The gearshift pattern is shown automatically locked.
on the gear shift lever knob.

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AN OVERVIEW FRONT HOOD OPENING & CLOSING

Opening the front hood :

Ensure that the vehicle is in neutral
gear with the parking brake applied.
To open the hood pull the hood
release lever located under the right
hand corner of the dashboard inside
vehicle. The hood will pop up slightly.

Stay Rod
Closing :
1. To close the hood disengage the
stay rod and clamp it properly.
2. Lower the hood and drop it from
a short height to lock.
CAUTION
Ensure that the bonnet is properly
Location of hood release lever
locked before driving. Do not
Raise the hood slightly and with press the hood onto the lock.
your finger slide the secondary lock
lever located under the hood centre.

Lift the hood up. Pull the hood stay

rod from its clip & insert the free end
into the slot in the hood, slide stay
rod outward to secure.

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REFUELING AN OVERVIEW
Refuelling :
Always use only original
specification fuel cap or an
approved equivalent, available at
Tata Authorised Dealers. The
wrong cap can result in a serious
malfunction of the fuel system
and the emission control system.
While filling petrol, care should be
taken, so that the fuel should not
spill out on the battery.

Fuel filling cap is located inside the

front hood. For refueling you need
to open the front hood.
Rotate the fuel filler cap
anitclockwise and open to fill the
fuel. After filling the fuel close the cap
by rotating clockwise till you heard
clicking sound. Ensure that hood is
properly locked.
WARNING
Fuel vapour is extremely
hazardous. Always stop the
engine before refueling and never
refuel near sparks or open flames.

CAUTION
Remove the fuel filler cap slowly,
and wait for any hissing to stop,
then remove it.Do not bend on
fuel filler cap while opening. The
fuel may be under pressure and
may spray out, causing injury if
the cap is opened suddenly.

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AN OVERVIEW DOOR LOCKING / UNLOCKING

Keys (RKE) : (if fitted) feedback press the lock button

again to activate the functionality.
Vehicle shall give 2 flasher
LED feedbacks again.
LOCK RKE ECU Functions
BUTTON
1. Central Door Locking &
UNLOCK Unlocking (Mechanical Knob &
BUTTON Remote)
When central doors lock
operation is performed by
mechanical key or driver door
knob or by pressing lock button
on remote all the doors get locked
simultaneously.
If lock operation is performed by
pressing the lock button on
remote after successful lock
operation 2 flasher feedbacks will
be given.

REMOTE • Reverse Cycling:

SERIAL During lock operation if driver
NUMBER
door is at ajar (open) state
reverse cycling shall be
performed. During reverse
Remote Functions : cycling all doors shall get locked
• Lock : Press the lock button on and again shall get unlocked
remote to activate the immediately.
functionality. If all doors are If lock operation is performed by
properly closed then vehicle shall remote a miss-lock sound with
get locked with 2 flasher feedback. out flasher feedback will be
• Unlock : Press the unlock button provided by the vehicle.
on remote to activate the • Slam Locking:
functionality. Vehicle shall get
unlocked with 1 flasher feedback. During lock operation if other
doors (except driver door) are at
• Vehicle Seek : When vehicle is ajar (open) state slam locking
already in lock state with 2 flasher shall be performed.

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DOOR LOCKING / UNLOCKING GETTING STARTED
During slam locking irrespective operating the unlock button on
of other doors ajar state all doors remote.
shall get locked. If the lock
If ‘Roof lamp is OFF’ & all doors
operation is performed by remote
are in closed condition, then ‘Roof
a miss-lock sound without flasher
lamp shall turned ON with
feedback will be provided by the
dimming effect for 30 second’
vehicle.
In-between user switched On the
2. Central Door Unlocking
IGN then roof lamp get switched
(Mechanical Key / Knob /
off with dimming effect.
Remote)
If ‘Roof lamp is OFF state’ & ‘Door
When central doors unlock
is open’, then ‘Roof lamp shall
operation is performed by
turned ON with dimming effect’ &&
mechanical key or driver door
‘Stays ON for 10 min in door ajar
knob or by pressing unlock button
state’
on remote all doors shall get
unlocked simultaneously. If ‘Roof lamp is ON state’ & ‘Door
state changes from open to close
If unlock operation is performed
& again from close to open’, then
by pressing the unlock button on
’10 min timer shall restart’
remote after successful unlock
operation single flasher feedback • Roof lamp activation based ON
will be given and roof lamp will IGN condition
turn ON with dimming effect.
When IGN is turned from OFF to
Roof Lamp Control ON & all doors are in closed state,
then roof lamp will not get
• Roof Lamp Activation based on
activated.
lock button press on remote:
If any door is ajar then roof lamp
Vehicle is in successfully locked
gets activated with dimming effect.
state with 2 flasher feedback by
operating lock button of remote. 3. Vehicle Seek
If ‘Roof lamp is ON’, then ‘Roof When vehicle is already in locked
lamp shall be switched OFF with state with 2 flasher feedback by
dimming effect’ operating the lock button on remote.
If the user presses the lock button
• Roof lamp activation based on
again vehicle seek mode shall be
unlock button press on remote:
activated. When this feature is active,
Vehicle is in successfully unlocked both turn signals shall flash for 2
state with 1 flasher feedback by times i.e. number of flashes for
vehicle seek mode shall be two and

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GETTING STARTED DOOR LOCKING / UNLOCKING

vehicle shall continue to be kept in • Ensure that the +Ve polarity shall
locked state and shall not actuate the be facing upward.
actuators.
• Check the remote functionality on
Alarm Functionality vehicle from at least 15 meters.
• Alarm Activation: If vehicle is 4. Remote Learning Procedure
successfully locked state by 4.1. Precondition
pressing the lock button on remote • Battery shall be connected
with 2 flasher feedback arm mode • Vehicle shall be in unlocked state
shall be activated. During arm
• Driver door & Co-Driver door are
mode if any unauthorised vehicle
at open state
access is detected i.e. opening
any door, turning the IGN to ON 4.2. Manual / Entry Mode
or CRANK with key, then RKE • Insert key into IGN barrel
ECU shall activate the audible • Turn IGN from ‘OFF to ON’ and
warning for 27 seconds and visual ‘ON to OFF’ 4 times in 6 seconds
alarm for 4.5 minutes. After 4.5 • 2 flashers of left - right turn
minutes vehicle shall be remained indicator lamps and tel-tale
in arm mode. Maximum 10 alarm outputs indicate RKE ECU
sequences can occur for entered into remote key learn
subsequent trigger event. mode.
• Alarm Deactivation: If alarm is • 10 second timer shall start
active then by pressing any button immediately after entering to
(lock / unlock) on remote then remote key learn mode RKE ECU
RKE ECU shall deactivate the waits for next input from user
alarm. (remote).
Battery Replacement: 4.3 Programming Mode
• During this 10 second time period,
• Remove the back cover which is if user press both 'Lock' and
snap fit. 'Unlock' buttons on remote
• Take out the PCB with key simultaneously. That remote shall
membrane and battery mounted. get learnt with the RKE ECU.
• During this 10 second time period,
• Separate the PCB from key if user press both 'Lock' and
membrane. 'Unlock' buttons on remote
• Remove a discharged battery simultaneously. That remote shall
from PCB battery socket. get learnt with the RKE ECU.
• The RKE ECU starts another 10
• Insert a new fully charged battery
second timer to learn the next
into the PCB battery socket.
remote key.
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DOOR LOCKING / UNLOCKING GETTING STARTED
• For more remote keys , press
lock and unlock key
simultaneously from remote. It
shall repeat above two steps.
• After first remote successful
learning all previously learnt
remotes shall get unlearn.
4.4 Exit Mode :
• Once the maximum numbers of
remote keys (Four) are learnt
programming mode is exited.
• After last remote learn, leaving 10
second timer to time out, in
programming mode.
NOTICE
If you lost Remote , get your
vehicle to TATA Authorised
Service Center for new
electronically coded remote.

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GETTING STARTED DOOR LOCK

Driver Door : Locking without a key from inside

All the doors can also be locked or
unlocked independently from
inside by pressing or pulling the
knob.
NOTICE
When locking doors this way, do
not leave the key inside the
vehicle.

Opening the doors from inside :

Location of door opening lever/
latch

Locking / unlocking doors with

key from outside :
Driver door can be locked or All doors can be opened from
unlocked from outside with key. inside. Pull the door knob to unlock
the door. pull the door opening lever
Insert the key and turn it anti- / latch to open the door.
clockwise to open or clockwise to
lock the door. Pull the Door handle
to open an unlocked door.
Where central locking system is
provided, if you lock/unlock the
driver door with key, the remaining
three doors get locked/unlocked
simultaneously.

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FRONT SEAT & SEAT ADJUSTED GETTING STARTED
Front Seats : Moving the Seat Forward &
Backward: (As applicable)
To adjust the seat position, lift the
lever (1) under the seat cushion
front, then slide the seat to the
desired position and release the
lever. Once the desired position is
achieved release the track lever to
lock the seat. Make sure the seat is
locked in position.
CAUTION
Recliner for adjusting the seat back Only adjust the seats when the
rest vehicle is stationary. You will
otherwise be distracted and could
lose control of the vehicle as a
result of the seat movement.

NOTICE
Few versions are fitted with fixed
seats at co-driver side.

Lever / Slider for forward / back-

ward movement

Bucket type front seats are provided

with a track lever and recliner handle
knob, to adjust seat positions.
Seat Back Recliner : (As Appicable)
To change the seat back angle, lean
forward slightly and raise the track
lever (2). Then lean back to the
position you want and release it. Make
sure that track lever return to its
original position.

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GETTING STARTED REAR SEAT & SEAT FOLDING

Rear Seat 2) Fold the seat back rest, once it is

unlocked.

A cushion bench seat is provided for Locking rear seat back rest
the rear passengers.
For locking the rear seat back rest,
Folding of rear seat back rest lift the seat back rest and just press
For folding the rear seat back rest: it to engage in the lock.
1) Pull a strap provided on seat back
rest top (LH side) to unlock the seat
back rest. .

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SEAT BELTS GETTING STARTED
SEAT BELTS :
Occupants safety is of utmost
importance.
Your car is equipped with seat belts,
both front and rear as a part of 1
occupant restraint system.
Why Seat Belts
Wearing seat belts properly can 3 2
protect you from being thrown
against the inside of the car or 1. Seat Belt 3. Lock Buckle
against other occupants in case of 2. Tongue
an accident or sudden braking. It
will reduce the chances of severe WARNING
injury. Twisted seat belts can cause
injury in a collision as the full width
How to use seat belts
of the belt isn’t available to absorb
This car has three point type front the impact. This puts more force
seat belts and lap belts for rear seat on the bones beneath the belt,
out board occupants (LH & RH).In which could break them or cause
normal driving, the belt lets you other serious injury. Don’t wear
move freely in your seat. In case of twisted seat belts.
an accident or sudden braking,
3. Position the lap portion of the belt
inertia reel automatically tightens the
as low as possible across your
belt to help restrain your body.
hip bone.
The anchor end of the shoulder belt
4. Pull up the shoulder part of the
is adjustable to suit the height of the
belt to remove the slack. Make
passenger wearing it. The lap belt
sure that the belt goes over your
has one manually adjusted belt that
collar bones and across chest.
fits across the hip bone.
5. To unlatch the belt, press the red
Make sure that your seat is adjusted
button on the buckle. Guide the
to a good driving position and the
belt to the pillar as it retracts.
back of the seat is upright.
1. Pull the tongue across your body
and insert it into the buckle.
2. Check and ensure that the belt
is not twisted.

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GETTING STARTED SEAT BELTS

WARNING 10. The belts if required should be

replaced, by Authorised
Improper positioning of the
personnel only.
shoulder portion of the seat belt
is dangerous. An improperly 11. The belt should not be
positioned belt will provide little disassembled. If required,
or no protection in a collision. authorised personnel only
Always make sure the shoulder should carry out disassembly
portion of the seat belt is and assembly.
positioned across your shoulder 12. Clean the webbing with a mild soap
and near your neck, but never solution recommended for
under your arm. on your neck, or upholstery. Bleaching or dyeing the
on your upper arm. webbing may weaken it.
6. The belts are meant (intended) Lap belt
for adult occupants only.
Pull the tongue to the desired length.
7. Each belt should be used by one
Insert it into the buckle until you hear
occupant only. The belt must not
a click.
be put round a child, seated on
passengers lap. Adjust the belt length. To lengthen
the belt, hold the tongue at a right
8. When the belt has been in use in
angle to the webbing and pull. To
a serious accident or shows signs
shorten, pull the loose end of the
of severe fraying / damage or of
webbing.
having been cut, replace with an
approved belt kit. To unfasten, depress the button in
the buckle.
9. The belt must not be altered or
modified during use. WARNING
WARNING Positioning the lap portion of the
Seat Belt too high can be
Using one seat belt for more than
dangerous as in a collision, this
one person at a time is
would concentrate the impact
dangerous. A seat belt used In
force directly on the abdominal
this way cannot spread the impact
area, causing serious injury.
forces properly and the two
Wear the lap portion of the belt
passengers could be crushed
snugly and as low as possible.
together and seriously injured.
Never use one belt for more than
one person at a time.

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SEAT BELTS GETTING STARTED
TATA MOTORS strongly urges that Expectant mother:
the driver and passengers in the car
be properly restrained at all times
with seat-belts. Failure to do so
could increase the chance of injury
and / or the severity of injury in
accidents.
Baby or Small Child :

TATA MOTORS recommends the

use of a seat-belt. Kindly consult
your doctor for specific
recommendations. The lap belt
should be worn securely and as low
as possible over the hips and the
waist.
Use child restraint system Injured person :
appropriate for the child until he / she TATA MOTORS recommends the
becomes big enough to properly use of a seat-belt for injured person.
wear the car’s seat-belts. If a child Depending on the injury, consult
is too big for a child restraint system, your doctor for specific
he / she should sit in the seat and recommendations.
must be restrained using the car’s
seat-belt.
Use the seat-belt when the child is
in the rear seat also. According to
accident statistics, a child is safer
when properly restrained in the rear
seat than in the front seat.
Child restraint systems are
available. TATA MOTORS
recommends the use of a type which
fits your car. Before installation,
always read the manufacturer’s
instructions.

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GETTING STARTED BEFORE DRIVING & SAFETY CHECKS

BEFORE DRIVING 7. Check and ensure that all the

Please ensure to check (Refer gauges and indicators in the
maintenance) instrument cluster are working.
1. Tyre pressure and condition of 8. Gear shift lever is in neutral
tyres. Inflate to recommended position
tyre pressure if required. 9. Parking brake is released.
2. Coolant level to First fill. SAFETY CHECKS
3. Engine oil level up to Max mark
on dipstick. (Do not overfill) Windshield wiper / windshield
washer
4. Brake fluid level .
5. Water in windshield washer Always keep windshield glass clean
reservoir. Top up if required. to avoid any distraction in visibility.
Ensure proper working of wipers and
6. Battery electrolyte level.
condition of wiper blade. Ensure that
7. Fuel level. Ensure sufficient Fuel. windshield washer reservoir is full.
Adjust Do not operate wiper alone when the
1. Check position of seat. If windshield glass is dry, this would
required adjust to your damage the windshield.
convenience. Headlights
2. Check adjustment of all rear view
Keep headlight lenses clean. Check
mirrors.
for operation of head lamps in both
Ensure high/low beam condition. Check for
1. Hood is fully closed. correct focusing of head lamps. Use
2. All doors are properly closed and only recommended type of bulbs. Do
locked. not use the high beam unless it is
inevitable. Its dazzle may glare the
3. Check that any items you may
driver of the oncoming car the
be carrying are stored properly
condition thus causing an accident.
and fastened down securely.
4. Seat belts are fastened Side indicators / Hazard warning
Ensure that all side indicators /
5. Ensure all mirrors, windows and
hazard warning switch are always in
lamps are clean and
working condition and they are used
unobstructed. Remove dust,
when required.
frost, snow or ice if any, on these.
6. All switches & lamps are working

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DRIVING CHECKS DRIVING
Horn DRIVING SAFETY
Ensure the horn is working properly. Seat Belt
Horn provides safety to other road Seat-belts are life saving equipment,
users by alerting your presence. use of seat-belt reduces the chance
of injury and severity of injury in case
Brakes
of an accident. It is strongly
Ensure brakes are working properly. recommended that all the car
Check brake fluid level in reservoir. occupants should always wear seat-
Do not drive the car when brake belt, while vehicle is in motion.
warning lamp is 'ON'. Influence of Alcohol
Tyres Do not drive under the influences of
alcohol or drugs. Alcohol and drugs
Check the condition of tyres for any
will severely impair your control of the
abnormality. Maintain correct tyre
vehicle and increase the risk of injury
pressure, it is very important
yourself and others.
particularly when subjected to
extreme conditions, such as high Mobile phones
speed, bad roads and high outside
temperature. Do not use worn or bald
tyres specially on the front wheels.
First Aid Kit
First aid kit is provided in your vehicle.
This is for use in case of minor
injuries. It is to be regularly checked
for any disintegration and should be
updated regularly. Do not use mobile phones while
Documents driving a vehicle. This could divert
your attention from the road and
Always carry vehicle registration result in an accident.
papers, insurance, valid PUC
certificate and driving licence with you. Fatigue 'Rest Revive survive'
Do not attempt driving when you feel
tired, sleepy. Long distance driving can
tire you very much and fatigue can dull
your reflexes and judgment. Take a rest
and get refreshed at intervals.

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DRIVING FUEL ECONOMY

FRIENDLY TIPS TO IMPROVE FUEL NOTICE

ECONOMY :
Do not rest your foot on the clutch
Your vehicle's fuel economy is mainly pedal. It does not allow full engine
dependent on your style of driving. power to be transmitted to the
To operate your vehicle as vehicle and reduces clutch life.
economically as possible, adhere to
Fuel economy speeds :
following driving suggestions.
Avoid Excessive Idling : Always adhere to following fuel
economy speeds.
Shut Off the engine if you have to
wait for more than a minute while you Gear Speed (kmph)
are in traffic. 1st 10
Avoid fast starts and unnecessary 2nd 20 - 30
stops : 3rd 30 - 50
Start off slowly from traffic lights or 4th 50 - 70
stop signs to prevent increased fuel
consumption and shortening of
engine life. Avoid unnecessary FUEL CUT-IN / CUT-OFF
deceleration (stopping or slowing STRATEGY :
down) and then acceleration which The ECU has been programmed to
uses more fuel. limit the speed of the vehicle to 35
Always maintain clean air-filter: km/h in 1st gear, 60 km/h in 2nd gear,
90 km/h in 3rd gear and 105 km/h
The amount of air supplied will in 4 th gear. As a good driving
reduce due to clogged air-filter, practice, always shift to a higher gear
resulting in loss of power and fuel before reaching the speed limit
economy. specified for that gear. In case the
gear is not shifted and you continue
Maintain correct tyre pressures:
to drive in the same gear beyond the
Under-inflated tyres result in specified speed, the ECU will activate
increased running resistance of the the fuel cut-off strategy and restrict
tyres, leading to wastage of fuel. vehicle speed to the specified limit.
(Refer tyre maintenance section) This is to ensure optimum fuel
efficiency and prolonged engine life.
Proper Driving Practices :
Keep a safe distance from other
vehicles to avoid braking suddenly.

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STARTING / STOPPING THE ENGINE & PREPARING TO DRIVE DRIVING
Starting the Engine Stopping the Engine
Before starting Before switching off the engine, run
1. Apply parking brake. the engine in idle condition for at least
2. Ensure gear lever in neutral. 30 seconds and then switch ‘OFF’.
A. Insert the key in steering cum Turn the ignition key to ‘ACC’
ignition lock and turn it to ‘ON’ position to stop the engine.
position. Preparing for Drive :
B. Press the clutch pedal fully.
• Release the parking brake.
C. Now crank the engine.
D. If the engine does not start turn • Check that an items that you may
the key to off position and try be carrying inside, are fully
after 2 mins. secured.
NOTICE • Check & adjust seat
After starting run the engine in • Ensure that all doors are locked
idle speed for at least 30 properly
seconds.
• Fasten seat belt properly
CAUTION
Running Engine under idle • Ensure that all gauges and
condition for long duration and indicators lights are working.
also in high idle (fly-up rpm) • Check for blind areas being
should be avoided unobstructed in front and rear of
the car.
Running-in Period
Avoid rapid acceleration and • Before driving off check in the
prolonged high speed running of the rear view mirror, for oncoming
engine while using the new car for traffic. Switch on side indicator
the first 1000 km of operation. signal when getting into main
stream of traffic.
Do not exceed the following road
speeds during running in period. NOTICE
Gear Km/ph The engine being at the rear of the
st
car, its sound characteristics are
1 15 unique compared to the other
2nd 25 vehicles.
rd
3 40
4th 60

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DRIVING GEAR SHIFTING, BRAKING & PARKING

Gear Shifting : brakes have regained their normal

effectiveness.
The gearshift pattern is shown on
the gear shift lever knob. All forward The non-booster type braking
gears being synchronized, provide system may not be fitted in the
easy and effortless gear shifting. Standard model, while the few
Always remember to press the clutch models are provided with booster-
pedal fully while shifting the gears assisted braking system. The
and also to release the clutch pedal booster and non-booster versions
gently. provide similar braking
performance for the vehicle.
Avoid sudden clutching i.e. abrupt However, the amount of braking effort
release of depressed clutch pedal. required by the driver to activate the
NOTICE brakes would be lesser in the brake-
booster models.
The reverse gear should be
engaged only when the car is Parking
stationary. Wait for 5 seconds after Park the car in a safe place.
de clutching to ensure smooth Apply the parking brake.
engagement of the reverse gear. Ensure that all window glasses are
closed & all lamps are turned ‘OFF’
Braking :
At night, put on the parking lights if
The distance required to bring a car
required.
to a halt increase with the speed of
the vehicle. The braking distance WARNING
needed for vehicle at 60 kmph will Do not leave the key inside the
be approximately 4 times greater car.
than the braking distance needed at Do not leave children unattended
30 kmph. Anticipate your stop, in the car.
slowdown gradually and apply brake. Avoid parking the car over
If water gets into the brake drums, inflammable materials, such as
brake performance may become dry leaves, grass etc., as the
poor and unpredictable. After driving exhaust system is hot enough to
through water or washing the initiate ‘FIRE’.
underside of the vehicle, test the NOTICE
brake while driving at slow speed to When parking on a steep slope,
see if they have maintained there do not rely on the parking brake
normal effectiveness. If the brakes alone to hold the vehicle. Leave
are less effective than normal, dry the vehicle parked with gear box
them by repeatedly applying the in low forward gear when facing
brake while driving slowly until the uphill and reverse gear when
facing downhill.
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DRIVING IN ADVERSE CONDITION DRIVING
Driving Through Water : Driving on a Rainy Day :

Never venture to drive through water Check brakes, steering, windows,

when it flows over the guard stones tyres for wear and tyre pressure.
on a bridge. Check wiper blades for proper
functioning. Avoid harsh braking and
Your car’s engine may get seriously
sharp turns. It may cause loss of
damaged if attempted to cross
control and lead to a skid. For
through deep water. If at all the
slowing down, shift to lower gears
situation demands that you have to
and brake gently. Keep lights ON if
drive through water then; visibility is poor.
• Keep engine in fast idling and Night Driving :
crawl the car in low gear.
• After driving through water, apply
brakes several times to dry the
liners and to regain original
braking.
Do not attempt to start the engine if
car gets flooded with water.
Tow the car to a safe place.
Take the car to nearest TATA
authorised workshop to check entry Dip the head lamp for oncoming
of water in cylinders. traffic during night driving.
Maintain a speed such that you can
If water has entered the engine, or
stop within illuminated distance of
transaxle, the lubricants will have to
head lamps.
be replaced. Get the starter and
alternator checked. Use head lamp main/dip beam to
alert other road users on turns/cross
roads etc.
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DRIVING DRIVING IN ADVERSE CONDITION

Use side indicators for lane If the wheels start to slip within few
change or turning. feet of the end of the climb, motion
Switch on hazard warning switch in can be maintained by swinging the
case of hazardous parking or if your steered wheels left and right, thereby
vehicle is disabled to warn the providing increased grip.
passing traffic. If the vehicle stalls or losses
headway while climbing a steep hill,
Climbing Sharp Gradients on
make a quick shift to reverse and
Loose Surfaces :
allow the vehicle to move back with
the control of engine compression.
Descending Sharp Gradients :

Start off smoothly in any suitable

gear. Apply power smoothly so that
there is no loss of traction by over-
revving of the engine. Depending on the severity of the
Choose as smooth a slope as gradient, shift into appropriate gear.
possible and select the appropriate Use engine braking judiciously
gear so that gear changing in the without over-revving the engine.
middle of the climb is not required. Brake application under such
Changing gears in the middle of the situations should be done very
climb can cause loss of momentum smoothly to avoid loss of control.
and engine stalling. Shifting to lower Select appropriate gear so that gear
gear has to be done cautiously to changing or clutch disengagement
avoid loss of traction. is not involved while descending the
gradient.
Under no conditions should the
vehicle be moved diagonally across
a hill. The danger is in loss of traction
and sideways slippage, possibly
resulting in toppling over. If
unavoidable, choose as mild an
angle as possible and keep the
vehicle moving.
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ADVANCE WARNING TRIANGLE &
HAZARD WARNING SWITCH DRIVING
Advance Warning Triangle : Hazard Warning Switch :

An advance warning triangle is Use Hazard Warring lights besides

provided along with your vehicle. In advance warning triangle in case of
case there is a breakdown and or the breakdown specially during night
vehicle is to be parked at the side of time and vehicle has to be parked at
road, then the triangle is to be used the side of the road or vehicle is being
as per instructions given below: operated in adverse condition.
1. Remove advance warning triangle This can be operated without
from it’s cover and assemble. ignition 'ON'. Press the hazard
warning switch (red knob) on the
2. Place the triangle on the road
facia (below instrument cluster), all
behind the vehicle where it is
side indicator lights will flash
stranded.
simultaneously to warn the other
3. The triangle must be at least 50 road users about any hazardous
meters behind the vehicle in the condition of the vehicle. Depress the
same lane of traffic. knob again to switch 'OFF' the hazard
function.
4. Increase the distance to 150
meters on a highway or if a bad/ CAUTION
hill top obscures the view. If the turn signal indicators do not
blink, then there may be problem
in electrical system. If the
indicators “Blink rapidly”, then this
indicates that a side indicator bulb
has failed. Get it rectified
immediately.

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INCASE OF EMERGENCY IF YOU HAVE A FLAT TYRE

IF YOU HAVE A FLAT TYRE:

Important information about
1. Reduce vehicle speed gradually Tyre sizes of your Car
keeping it in a straight line. Move
cautiously off the road to safe To achieve the optimum vehicle
place away from traffic. performance, your vehicle is fitted
with differential tyre.
2. Park the vehicle on a level and
firm ground. Please note the tyre sizes:
3. Apply parking brake and engage Front : 135/70 R12
1st or Reverse gear. Stop the Rear : 155/65 R12
Engine and turn on Hazard Spare : 135/70 R12
warning switch. Incase of flat tyre at rear following
4. Ensure that all occupants are out instructions and cautions must be
of the vehicle on the side away observed and strictly followed:
from traffic. 1. It is recommended to drive
5. Keep advance-warning triangle vehicle with spare tyre in speed
at least 50 meters behind the limit of 40 to 60 km/hr.
vehicle as an indication of 2. Drive cautiously while running
breakdown. on spare wheel especially on sharp
turn on ghat.
3. It is recommended to replace the
spare tyre with standard tyre
immediately at nearest service
station.

CAUTION
Get the punctured tyre repaired
and replace at the nearest service
station.
6. Take out the Wheel spanner and
jack located behind LH side of
rear seat.
NOTICE
Do not continue driving with
deflated tyre. Driving even the
short distance can damage a tyre
and wheel beyond repair.

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IF YOU HAVE A FLAT TYRE INCASE OF EMERGENCY
Location and Removal of Spare Location of Wheel spanner and
wheel: Tow hook.
They are located behind the rear seat
on engine access cover mat.
Advance Warning Triangle:
Advance warning triangle is located
behind rear seat back rest below
parcel shelf in a bag. Unlock the rear
seat backrest and remove it when
required.
Changing the flat tyre
Spare Wheel Location
Spare wheel is mounted on front Block the wheel which is diagonally
firewall inside the Front hood. opposite to the flat tyre.
Open the hood (refer fuel filling Take out wheel cover (If fitted) and
section) and rotate the wheel loosen the wheel mounting bolts of
mounting screw by hand in flat tyre. (Do not remove the flat tyre
anticlockwise direction and remove at this stage).
the spare wheel.
Engage the jack properly at correct
jacking point (In between dimple
marks provided at front & rear sides).
Rotate the jack screw in clockwise
direction using wheel spanner to lift
the vehicle till flat tyre is free from
ground.

Jack Location
Location of Jack :
Jack is located below co-driver seat.
To remove jack, rotate the wing bolt
anticlockwise to lower down and
release it from mounting hook. While
Jacking Points
restoring, engage jack in mounting
hook, position it properly and rotate
wing bolt clockwise to raise the jack
till it secures properly.

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INCASE OF EMERGENCY IF YOU HAVE A FLAT TYRE

CAUTION
Follow the jacking instructions.
Make sure to set the jack properly
in the jack point. Raising the
vehicle with improperly positioned
will damaged the vehicle or may
cause the personal injury.
Do not carry any other work or
never get under the vehicle
supported by jack.
Front Jacking Point
Do not start or run the vehicle
while supported by jack.
Block the wheel diagonally
opposite to flat tyre being
changed, if necessary.
Do not lift the vehicle with some
one inside.
Raise the vehicle only high
enough to remove and change
Rear Jacking Point the flat tyre.
Remove wheel-mounting bolts and
take out flat tyre and cover (if fitted).
Roll the spare wheel into position and
align the holes in the wheel with
tapered bolts and tighten them as
much as you can by hand.
Lower the jack completely then
tighten the wheel bolts one by one
using wheel spanner. Fit the wheel
cover back (if fitted).
Restore all the tools and jack at it’s
location.
Place the flat tyre at spare wheel
location as described and tighten
properly.

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START WITH JUMP LEAD INCASE OF EMERGENCY
Starting the Engine with Jump • Switch off all unnecessary
Leads : electrical loads.
The engine with a discharged battery • Do not lean over the battery
may be started by transferring during jump starting.
electrical power from a battery in
• Do not allow the terminals of one
another vehicle.
lead to touch those of the other
This may be dangerous as any lead.
deviation from the following
• Apply the hand brake. Keep the
instructions could lead to personal
gearshift lever in neutral.
injury resulting from any battery
explosion, as well as damage to the • Do not connect the lead to the
electrical systems in both vehicle. negative terminal of the
discharged battery.
CAUTION
Do not allow battery electrolyte to • The connection of the -ve lead
come in contact with eyes, skin, point should be as far as away
fabrics or painted surfaces. The from the discharged battery as
fluid contains sulphuric acid possible and close to the starter
which can cause injury and motor.
severe damage. Wear rubber
• Route the leads so that they
gloves, to avoid risk of contact.
cannot get caught by the rotating
To lessen the risk of injury, wear eye parts in the engine compartment.
protection when working near any • The engine of the vehicle
battery. providing the jump start can be
• Make sure that the battery allowed to run during starting.
providing the jump start has the
same rated voltage as the Attempts to start the engine of the
battery in your vehicle (12 V). Its vehicle with the discharged battery
capacity must be approximately should be made at intervals of one
the same as the original battery minute and should not last more
capacity. The rated voltage and than 15 seconds. After starting, allow
capacity are given on the both engines to idle for
batteries. approximately 3 minutes with the
leads still connected.
• Do not disconnect the
discharged battery from the
vehicle.

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INCASE OF EMERGENCY START WITH JUMP LEAD

Following order should be Towing the Vehicle :

followed while connecting battery
• For towing a vehicle, the best
leads :
way is to use a wrecker.
1. Positive (+) of Good battery to
• Alternatively use a rigid tow bar.
Positive (+) of discharged
battery. • Avoid using a flexible cable or
rope as your vehicle may crash
2. Negative (-) of Good battery to -
into the vehicle towing your car
a solid metal patch attached to
when it stops suddenly.
engine block OR unpainted
metal (Engine) part which is • Switch ‘ON’ the hazard warning
away from the discharged signals of both the vehicle to
battery. warn other road users.
3. Crank and start the engine. • Where possible, keep the engine
idling so that brake vacuum is
4. While disconnecting follow
available.
reverse order i.e. disconnect
Negative (-) lead followed by • Limit the speed to 20-30 kmph.
Positive (+) lead.
• In case of brake failure, use the
parking brake to control the
vehicle.

Connect Leads In The Order As

Shown In Sketch.

NOTE : Do not connect negative

( - ) terminal if jump start battery
(Good battery) to the negative ( - )
terminal of discharged battery.
This may lead to an explosion.

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TOWING THE CAR INCASE OF EMERGENCY
Securing the towing hook: into place.
At Front : • Place the towing hook and wheel
spanner back in the vehicle tool
• Provision for fitment of towing
kit.
hook is provided on front bumper
as indicated. Transporting the vehicle :
The towing hooks can be used to pull
the vehicle onto a trailer or
transporter for transporting
purposes.
To secure, only lash the vehicle
down by the wheels or tyres. Your
vehicle could otherwise be
damaged,

Tow Hook Location at Front

Towing Hook fitment :

• Take the towing hook and the
wheel spanner from the vehicle
tool kit
• Screw in the towing hook
clockwise to the stop.
• Insert the wheel spanner into the
towing hook and tighten.
Removing the towing hook :
• Take the wheel spanner from the
vehicle tool kit
• Insert the wheel spanner into the
towing hook and turn the
spanner anticlockwise.
• Unscrew the towing hook.
• Replace the cover and let it lock

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INCASE OF EMERGENCY ROUTINE SERVICE

This manual will help you to Several maintenance procedures

understand your vehicle. Inspection, can be done only by a qualified
maintenance of the vehicle should service technician with special tools.
be entrusted to the professionals Improper do it ourself maintenance
only. during the warranty period may
affect warranty coverage. If you’re
Please be careful while personally
unsure about any servicing or
inspecting / maintaining the vehicle
maintenance procedure, have it
as it may cause damage to the
done by an TATA Authorized Dealer
vehicle or may cause injury.
/ TASC.
The ignition and fuel systems are
WARNING
highly important in view of emission
control and for efficient engine Maintenance procedures:
operation. Similarly the brake Performing maintenance work on
system for safety. Do not tamper a vehicle can be dangerous. You
with them. can be seriously injured while
performing some maintenance
All inspections and adjustments procedures. If you lack sufficient
must be made by a qualified knowledge and experience or the
technician. We strongly recommend proper tools and equipment to do
that all servicing related to these the work, have it done by qualified
systems be done by an Tata technician.
Authorised Dealer / TASC.
OWNER MAINTENANCE
Routine Service
We highly recommend that these
items be inspected at least every
week.
Engine Oil Level, Engine coolant
Level, Brake Fluid Level,
Windshield Washer Fluid Level,
Battery, Tyre inflation pressure,
Radiator fins blockage (specially in
rainy season).
Do it Yourself Service
Improper or incomplete service may
result in problems.

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 PRELIMINARY TROUBLE SHOOTING
These tips are given for your guidance. These preliminary checks can be
carried out in an emergency. In normal cases the problems should be attended
to in an Authorized Service outlet by following the repair procedures given in
the Workshop Manual.
SR PROBLEM OBSERVED PROBLEM CAUSE ACTION TO BE TAKEN
NO

ENGINE
1. Engine not cranking Dead battery, loose or Get battery checked and/ or
improper battery/ electrical changed.
connections
Jump start using another
battery
Tighten connections properly.
Check spark plug, clean &
replace if necessary
2. Engine cranks but does Air in the fuel system Get the air removed by
not start bleeding
Check leakages & correct
Fuel pump fuse/EMS blown Replace the fuse.
No Fuel Get the fuel filled
Fuel filter chocked Get the fuel filter replaced
3. Charging indicator Battery not getting charged Get the belt tension adjusted.
continuously due to belt loose Replace if broken
remains ON Alternator terminal loose Tighten the charging terminal
Alternator not working Get it rectified / Replace
4. Engine overheats Brakes binding Get defect rectified.
Electric fan not working Get defect rectified.
Radiator fins clogged Clean it.
Thermostat defective Get it rectified.
Coolant level low Top up
5. Poor pick up Accelerator cable loose Get it adjusted correctly
Air in the fuel system Remove the air
Clogged fuel filter Clean/ Replace the element
Clogged air filter Clean/ Replace the element
Clutch slipping/ out of Get it rectified
adjustment
Brakes grabbing Get it rectified
6. Does not accelerate Accelerator cable broken Get cable replaced
Fuel filter choked Replace
7. Belt squeal Loose belt Get belt tension adjusted
Belt glazed Get belt replaced

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PRELIMINARY TROUBLE SHOOTING

SR PROBLEM OBSERVED PROBLEM CAUSE ACTION TO BE TAKEN

NO

ENGINE
8. Low engine oil pressure Pressure transducer faulty, Do not run the engine
indicator ‘ON’ when and / or oil pump faulty extensively. Take the car to
engineis running even the nearest authorized
though engine oil level service outlet & get the
is within maximum/ fault rectified
minimum marking.
CLUTCH
1. Clutch slipping Improper pedal travel Adjust pedal travel
Rusted clutch cable Replace cable
Oil on clutch disc Clean or replace disc at
Authorized Service outlet
2. Noisy clutch Pressure plate & diaphragm Get car attended by
spring rattling authorized Service outlet
TRANSAXLE
1. Hard shifting Inadequate lubricant Replenish
Inadequate clutch pedal Adjust
travel
Distorted or broken clutch Replace
disc
Damaged clutch pressure Replace clutch cover/ disc
plate
2. Noise Inadequate or insufficient Replenish
lubricant
Damaged or worn bearing(s) Replace
BRAKES
1. Poor brakes Insufficient brake fluid Get the brake fluid filled.
Air in the system Get the air removed by
bleeding.
Pedal travel excessive due to Rectify automatic adjuster.
excessive shoe gap
Vacuum leakage Rectify the leakage.
(for booster vehicle)
Brake oil (line) leaking Replace the leaking line.
Oil on the brake drum/ liners Get the liners cleaned/
seals if leaking. replace.
Worn brake lining Get the liners replaced.

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SR PROBLEM OBSERVED PROBLEM CAUSE ACTION TO BE TAKEN

NO

BRAKES
2. Brake pulling to one Oil on the brake lining Clean the brake lining.
side One side shoe/ pad worn Get the shoe/ pad replaced
on both wheels.
Loose brake anchor plate Tighten the bolts.
One side brake pipe clogged Get the brake line cleaned.
One side automatic adjuster Rectify or replace automatic
not functioning adjuster.
3. Brake squeal Defective brake lining Replace.
Glazed lining Clean or replace lining.
STEERING SYSTEM
1. Hard steering (Mech) Wheel alignment disturbed Check & adjust
Rack & pinion need Check &replace if necessary
adjustment
Low tyre pressure Adjust correct value
Grabbing of linkages Check & rectify
2. Poor Return ability Grabbing of linkages Check & rectify
Steering gear disturbed Check & adjust
3. Excessive play on Rack & pinion attachment Get it tightened
steering loose
4 Hard Steering or Excessive use of steering It will automatically restore
reduced assistance like, driving in ghat section during normal driving as
(with EPS Functioning) or constraint parking. system cools down.
Factors external to the EPS Stop the vehicle in a safe
system place & turn off the engine.
Reset the system by
restarting the engine.
Factors internal to the EPS Stop the vehicle in a safe
system place & turn off the engine.
Reset the system by
restarting the engine.
If problem still noticed after
the above test, take the
vehicle to TATA dealer to
have it checked.
5 Hard Steering Electrical power steering Take the vehicle to TATA
Mechanical system failure dealer to have it checked.
(EPS not Functioning)
The engine has not been The engine must be running
started. for getting steering
assistance.
6 Excessive play on Rack & Pinion attachment Get it tightened at authorized
steering loose. Wear on rack TATA Motors dealer.
support.

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SR PROBLEM OBSERVED PROBLEM CAUSE ACTION TO BE TAKEN
NO
WIPER
1. Narrow streaks are left Foreign matter has Clean the edge of the blade.
on the wind shield attached to the blade if streaks still appear, replace
making it hard to see the blade edge of the blade
is worn out.
2. The wiper leaves large Rubber deformed Replace the blade
un-wiped spots.
ELECTRICAL
1. Battery charge & engine Battery terminal loose or Check connections.
oil pressure lamp in disconnected
cluster not operating Battery completely dead Get the battery charged.
when key in ‘IGN’ LED fused Get the LED checked /
position Replaced.
Fuse blown Replace the fuse.
Loose / open connections Get the battery properly
connected.
2. Non functioning Elect. Fuse blown in the circuit Replace the fuse if blown.
accessories such as Loose connectors Get the connection properly
power windows, head tightened / fixed.
lamps, fuel & temp. Circuit relay/ controllers loose Fix the relay firmly.
gauge, RPM meter, in the base
wiper and washer unit &
all lamps etc.
SUSPENSION
1. Abnormal or excessive Tyre out of balance Check balance and/ or
tyre wear adjust if required.
Steering geometry disturbed Adjust steering geometry.
Tyres not adequately inflated Adjust tyre pressure.
Wobbly wheel or tyre Replace wheel or tyre.
Defective tyre Replace tyre.
Hub play not proper Replace bearing.
Brake grabbing Check & rectify.
Excessive braking Modify driving habit.
2 Abnormal noise from Damaged struts or mounting Repair mounting or repair
front end strut
Worn suspension arm Replace
bushings
Loose wheel bolts Tighten wheel bolts
Loose suspension bolts Tighten suspension bolts or
or nuts nuts
Excessive hub play Replace bearing.
3. Ride too soft/ bumpy Faulty struts Replace struts
4. Suspension bottoms Over loaded Check loading
Faulty struts Replace struts

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SR PROBLEM OBSERVED PROBLEM CAUSE ACTION TO BE TAKEN
NO
AC / HVAC
1 Blower motor does not Blown Fuse Replace Fuse and correct
operate any disconnection in wiring
Faulty connection Secure all connections
properly.
Faulty motor Replace motor if no
conductance
Faulty or poor connection at Replace resistor block if
found defective
Faulty fan switch Replace Switch
2 Motor operates but air Obstruction in the evaporator Clean Evaporator
flow is minimum inlet
Air Leak Seal correctly.
3 Insufficient Heating Air Leak Seal correctly.
Kinematic linkage damaged Get the defect rectified at
nearest authorized service
center

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ELECTRICAL MAINTENANCE FUSES & RELAYS

Fuses and Relays :

Your car’s electrical circuits have
fuses to protect the wiring from short
circuits or sustained overload. These
are located below dash board on
right hand side as shown in the
sketch.
• Identify the defective fuse from
it’s melted wire.
• Remove blown fuse by fuse
puller. The fuse puller is located
in the cabin compartment fuse
box.
• Find the route cause of the
blown fuse and rectify.
• Install a new fuse of the correct
rating.
• Ensure that all other fuses are
firmly in position. Spare fuses are
provided in the fuse box in the
cabin.
CAUTION
The electrical system is protected
FRONT by fuses that are designed to fail
A. FUSE & RELAY BOX and prevent damage to wiring
B. BATTERY MOUNTED FUSE BOX harness. Always replace blown
The circuit is connected through fuse with the same rating as
fuses and relays and the current specified to prevent wiring
rating of each fuse is printed on the damage that can result in a
fuse box sticker on sunvisor. possible fire.
Checking and replacing fuses:
If any electrical unit in your car is not
functioning, check the fuses first.
Please follow the steps below that
will guide you to check and replace
them -
• Turn the ignition key to the
'LOCK' position.
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FUSES & RELAYS ELECTRICAL MAINTENANCE

FUSE BOX - EPS

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ELECTRICAL MAINTENANCE FUSES & RELAYS

FUSE BOX - NON-EPS

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FUSES & RELAYS ELECTRICAL MAINTENANCE
FUSE RATING (NON-EPS) No. Power consumer Rating
No. Power consumer Rating FS-04 HL High Beam LHS 15A
F1 Window Winding RH 30A FS-05 HL High Beam RHS 15A
F2 Window Winding LH 30A FS-06 HL Dip Beam LHS 15A
F3 ACC Relay 15A FS-07 HL Dip Beam RHS 15A
F4 Main Relay 15A FS-08 Park LHS 5A
F5 Compressor 10A FS-09 Park RHS 5A
F6 Condensor Fan 15A FS-10 Illumination 5A
F7 Horn / Roof / Hazard SW. 10A FS-11 Transit Link 30A
F8 CLU/KLE/Immobilizer/IP 25A FS-12 Front Fog Lamps 15A
F9 HL Flash / Turn / Hazard 20A FS-13 HL Flash / Flasher Unit 20A
F10 Blower / HVAC 20A FS-14 Roof Light 5A
F11 Fuel Pump 15A FS-15 Audio (Battery) 10A
F12 Fog Lamp 15A FS-16 Fuel Pump 15A
F13 Combi park / Stop Lamp 15A FS-17 Park / Hazard Switch 10A
F14 Radiator Fan 20A FS-18 Horn 10A
F15 Ignition Relay 25A FS-19 Wiper / Wash 20A
F16 Ignition (Low current) 5A FS-20 Combi for H/L Supply 20A
F17 HL High 15A FS-21 EMS Main Relay 15A
F18 HL Low 15A
FS-22 Compressor Clutch 10A
F19 Wiper Washer 20A
FS-23 Blower HVAC 20A
F20 ACC CKTS 5A
F21 EMS ECU ( IGN) 15A FS-24 Immob./Cluster/OBD (Batt) 5A
F22 Combi SW / HL 20A FS-25 Condenser Fan 15A
F23 Audio (Batt) 10A FS-26 RKE (Battery) 25A
F24 Park RH 5A FS-27 WW Switch 10A
F25 Park LH 5A FS-28 -Spare Spare
F26 Starter Solenoid 25A FS-29 -Spare Spare
F27 Reverse Lamp / LSS 10A FS-30 -Spare Spare
FS-31 EMS ECU / Ignition Coil 15A
FUSE RATING (EPS) FS-32 Reverse Lamps/RPA 10A
FS-33 Low Current (Ignition) 5A
No. Power consumer Rating
FS-34 RKE (Ignition) 5A
FL-01 Radiator Fan 20A
FS-35 Starter Circuit 25A
FL-02 Vehicle & Ignition Switch 40A
FS-36 Cluster/Combi/EPS (IGN) 10A
FL-03 Vehicle & Ignition Switch 60A
FL-04 EPS 60A FS-37 Stop (Brake) Light 15A
FS-01 WW RHS Relay 25A FS-38 -Spare Spare
FS-02 WW LHS Relay 25A FS-39 -Spare Spare
FS-03 Power Outlet Socket 10A FS-40 -Spare Spare

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ELECTRICAL MAINTENANCE FUSES & RELAYS

BATTERY MOUNTED FUSE BOX DETAILS-EPS

BATTERY MOUNTED FUSE BOX DETAILS-NON-EPS

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BULB SPECIFICATION ELECTRICAL MAINTENANCE
BULB SPECIFICATION

DESCRIPTION LOCATION CAP TYPE SPECIFICATION QTY

Head lamp-Halogen H4 Head lamp P43t - 38 H4 12V,60/55 W 2

Parking Lamp Front W5W 12V, 5W 2

Front Fog Lamp Front PK22s 12V, 55W 2

Side Repeater Indicator Side W5W 12V, 5W 2

Rear Direction Indicator Tail Lamp BAU15s 12V,21W 2

Rear Stop+ Parking Lamp Tail Lamp BA15d 12V, 21/5W 2

Reverse Lamp Tail Lamp BA15s 12V,21W 2

Registration Plate Lamp Rear W5W 12V, 5W 2

High Mounted Stop Lamp Rear 2.1 X 9.5d 12V, 16W 1

Windscreen

Front Direction Indicator Front BA15s 12V, 21W 2

Headlamp

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ELECTRICAL MAINTENANCE ACCESSORY CONNECTOR

ACCESSORY CONNECTOR LOCATIONS / PROVISION ON CAR

1. Connector for Fog lamp provision- 4 Pole (As applicable)

2. Connector for Cigar Lighter- 4 Pole (As applicable)
3. Accessory connector 4 pole for Music system. (As applicable)
4. Accessory connector 10 pole for RKE near dual flasher. (As
applicable)
* Above accessory connectors are apllicable based on the versions

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ACCESSORY CONNECTOR ELECTRICAL MAINTENANCE

ACCESSARY CONNECTOR LOCATIONS / PROVISION ON CAR

Accessory connector for

Bonnet Switch (3 Pole) :
As applicable

Accessory connector for

Reverse parking (2 Pole):
As applicable

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VEHICLE CARE CAR CARE

CAR CARE : 6. Dry your car thoroughly to

prevent any damp spots.
Your Car is subjected to many
external influences such as climate, 7. Rinse all surfaces thoroughly
road conditions, industrial pollution to prevent any traces of soap
and proximity to the sea. These and other cleaners as this may
conditions demand regular care of lead to the formation of stains
the Car body. Dirt, insects, bird on the painted surface later.
droppings, oil, grease, fuel and WARNING
stone chippings should be removed Do not direct high pressure
as soon as possible. washer fluid/ water jets (Pressure
WASHING : above 0.5 Bar) at electrical
devices and connecter during
Following these tips while wasing. This is to prevent
washing your car. malfunction / failure of electrical
HAND WASH : systemdue to water ingress.

1. Always wash your car in shade After drying the Car, inspect it for
and the surface is at room chips and scratches that could allow
temperature. corrosion to start. Apply touch up
paint where necessary.
2. Wash with mild car wash soap
like ‘Car Shampoo’ and use a CLEANING OF CARPETS :
soft bristle brush, sponge or soft Vacuum clean the carpet regularly
cloth and rinse it frequently while to remove dirt. Dirt will make the carpet
washing. to avoid scratches. wear out faster. Periodically shampoo
3. To avoid scratches, please the carpet to keep it looking new.
wear soft gloves . Remove Use carpet cleaners (preferably
finger rings, nails, wrist watch foam type). Follow the instructions
while washing. that come with the cleaner. Apply it
4. To remove stubborn stains and with a sponge or soft brush. Keep
contaminants like tar, use the carpeting as dry as possible by
turpentine or cleaners like not adding water to the foam.
‘Stain remover’ which are safe NOTE
for paint surfaces. Avoid wiping of painted surface
5. Avoid substances like petrol, in dry condition as it may leave
diesel, kerosene, benzene or scratches on the painted
other solvents that cause surface.
damage to paint.

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CLEANING OF WINDOWS, FRONT POLISHING :
AND REAR GLASSES :
Polishes and cleaners can restore
Clean the windows inside and shine to the painted surface that has
outside with commercially available oxidised and become dull. They
glass cleaners. normally contain mild abrasives and
solvents that remove the top layer of
This will remove the haze that builds
the finish coat. Polish your Car, if the
up on the inside of windows. Use a
finish does not regain its original
soft cloth or paper towels to clean
shine after using wax.
all glass and plastic surfaces.
PAINT CARE :
RFID TAG is pasted on front
windshield from inside. It enables FOLLOWING GUIDELINES WILL
Electronic toll collection. HELP YOU TO PROTECT YOUR CAR
FROM CORROSION EFFECTIVELY.
PROPER CLEANING :
DO NOT TRY TO PEEL OFF RFID TAG In order to protect your car from
TML PART NO. 2816 5420 99 05 corrosion it is recommended that you
VENUS WINDSHIELD MOUNT AVI TAG wash your car thoroughly and
frequently in case :
NOTE • There is an heavy accumulation
Do not attempt to rip or tamper of dirt and mud especially on the
the tag. It will disable the underbody.
functionality of the tag. • It is driven in areas having high
atmosphere pollution due to
WAXING :
smoke, soot, dust, iron dust and
Waxing and polishing is other chemical pollutants.
recommended to maintain the • It is driven in coastal areas.
gloss and wet-look appearance of
• The underbody must be
your paint finish.
thoroughly pressure washed after
1. Use a good quality polish and every three months.
wax for your car.
In addition to regularly washing
2. Re-wax your car when the water your car, the following
does not slip off the surface precautions need to be taken.
and collects over the surface
in patches.

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VEHICLE CARE CAR CARE

PERIODIC INSPECTION : VEHICLE PARKING AT ONE PLACE

• Regularly inspect your car for FOR LONG DURATION ( Non use
any damage in the paint film maintenances) :
such as deep scratches and If you want to park your car at one
immediately get them repaired place for long duration, following
from an authorised service care is to be taken :
outlet, as these defects tend to 1. Park the Car in covered, dry and
accelerate corrosion. if possible well-ventilated
• Inspect mud liners for premises. Engage a gear.
damages. 2 Remove the battery terminal
• Keep all drain holes clear from cables (first remove the cable
clogging. from the negative terminal).
WIPER CARE : 3. Make sure the hand brake is not
engaged.
Wiper blade attack angle on
windshield glass should be 900 i.e. 4. Clean and protect the painted
perpendicular. parts using protective wax.

Remove wiper blade and root wiper 5. Clean and protect the shiny
arm on windshield glass in the cen- metal parts using commercially
tre position. Check the gap between available special compounds.
arm strip and glass. 6. Sprinkle talcum powder on the
rubber windscreen wiper and lift
FOR CHATTERING and NOISY PROBLEMS them off the glass.
7. Slightly open the windows.
Windshield
Glass 8. Cover the Car with a cloth or
perforated plastic sheet. Do not
use sheets of imperforated
OK NOT OK plastic as they do not allow
moisture on the Car body to
evaporate.
9. Inflate the tyres to 0.5 bar above
the normal specified pressure
and check it at regular intervals.
10. Check the battery charge every
six weeks.
11. Do not drain the engine cooling
system.

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BRAKE FLUID & WINDSHIELD WASHER RESERVOIR MAINTENANCE
Open the front hood for Checking / WINDSHIELD WASHER :
Topping up brake fluid & windshield
washer fluid, (Refer page no. 37 for
opening & closing of front hood.)
BRAKE FLUID LEVEL :

Windshield washer reservoir

Windshield washer fluid container is
located inside hood. Check the
washer fluid level and top up with
Brake fluid reservoir recommended windshield washer
fluid as required.
The level of the brake fluid must be
between the min. and max. marks on NOTICE
the side of the brake fluid container. Do not add detergent or any
If the level falls below the min. mark, solvent in the windshield washing
add recommended brake fluid. water.
(Refer chapter - Fuels, coolants and
lubricants)
In case of spongy or hard pedal or
low brake efficiency, please contact
the nearest TATA authorised Service
outlet.
CAUTION
1. Do not allow brake fluid to
make contact with the skin or
eyes.
2. Do not allow brake fluid to
splash or spill on the paint
surface as it will damage the
paint. In case of spillage, wipe
it off immediately.

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 OPENING & CLOSING OF ENGINE
MAINTENANCE COMPARTMENT COVER

Open the rear engine inspection REFITTING OF ENGINE

compartment cover / lid for Checking COMPARTMENT COVER
/ Topping up engine oil, coolant level
& Air filter element cleaning.
OPENING ENGINE
COMPARTMENT COVER :
For opening engine compartment
cover :

1. Place the cover & tighten the wing

bolts.
2. Lock the rear seat back rest.
For locking the rear seat back
rest, lift the seat back rest and
press it to engage in the lock.

a) Fold the rear seat back rest

For folding the rear seat back rest:
1. Pull the strap provide on LH side
of rear seat back rest top to
unlock the seat back rest.
2. Fold the seat back rest, once it is
unlocked.
b)Removal of engine compartment
cover :
1. Engine compartment cover is
mounted behind rear seat back
rest.
2. Remove the mounting wing bolt
& takeout engine compartment
cover.

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ENGINE OIL & ENGINE COOLANT MAINTENANCE
ENGINE OIL LEVEL regularly could lead to serious
trouble due to insufficient oil.
ENGINE OIL TOP-UP
Remove the oil filler cap and pour oil
slowly through the filler hole to bring
the oil level to the upper limit on the
dipstick. Be careful not to overfill. Too
much oil is almost as bad as too little
oil. After refilling, start the engine and
allow it to idle for about a minute. Stop
the engine; let the oil settle and check
1. Engine Filling Cap 2. Dip Stick oil level again.
Engine oil level should be checked ENGINE COOLANT LEVEL
when engine is cold. Allow at least
30 mins. for engine oil to settle before
checking oil level.
1. For checking engine oil level, pull
out the dipstick from the engine
oil case, wipe it clean with a cloth
or a paper napkin.
2. Insert it again to its original
position.
3. Pull out the dipstick again and
observe the oil level on the The coolant level in the coolant no-
dipstick. loss tank should be between max. &
4. If the oil level is below the mid min. marks. This can be viewed
point of min. and max. marks, top through a translucent reservoir. If
up using recommended grade of less, add coolant up to the max. mark
oil. and refit the cap properly.
NOTICE NOTICE
Oil level should not exceed the Check coolant level in the radiator,
max. Mark. Always check the oil by opening the pressure cap
level when the car is on a level (ensure vehicle is in cold condition).
ground and the engine in cold If coolant level is seen below filler
condition. neck top, then add specified pre-
Check the engine oil level if “low oil mixed coolant (50:50).
pressure” warning comes 'ON' while
driving. Failure to check the oil level
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MAINTENANCE AIR FILTER & SPARK PLUG

Check coolant level in ‘No-Loss Always use a genuine air filter

(Reservoir) tank, if lower than the element.
MAX leve, then add specific The air filter is located on the LH side
premixed coolant (50:50) upto refill of the engine compartment.
level. a) When a vehicle is driven under
dusty conditions, frequent
NOTICE cleaning and replacement of the
Check radiator fins for dirt/dust air-cleaner element is
accumulation. Get it cleaned from necessary.
authorised Tata Service Dealer if b) Clogged air-cleaners lead to
required. greater intake resistance and
NOTICE result in increased fuel
consumption. Using low
If ‘No loss’ tank is found completely pressure compressed air, blow
empty, top up coolant through off dust on the air cleaner
radiator as well as auxilary tank element. If the air cleaner
cap. element appears to be choked,
CAUTION replace it with a new one.
Never remove the filler cap when SPARK PLUG :
the engine is hot. Use only branded Make : Champion RC8YC / RC10YC
premixed ready to use coolant. In Electrode Gap : 0.8 to 0.9 mm
case of emergency use normal
water only. When a proper coolant
mixture is available, the entire
system should be flushed & filled
with the same at the earliest.

AIR FILTER :

0.8-0.9 mm

CAUTION
Tightern the spark plug carefully.
Overtightening can damage the
threads in the cylinder head. It
can affect combustion and
The air filter element should be cause damage to engine and
periodically cleaned. catalytic converter.
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TYRES MAINTENANCE
Tyres Under inflated tyres reduce your
Check for inflation and condition of comfort in car handling and are prone
your car tyres periodically. to failures due to high temperature.
They also cause uneven wear and
more fuel consumption.
CAUTION
Every time you check inflation
pressure, you should also
examine tyres for damage, foreign
objects and wear.

Recommended Tyre Pressures

1 2 3
Tyres size :
1. Underinflation : Excessive
Side Tread Wear Front 135/70R12
2. Correct Tyre Pressure : Rear 155/65R12
Uniform Tyre Wear Spare 135/70R12
3. Overinflation : Excessive Tyre pressure :
Centre Tread Wear Front 26-28 psi /1.7-1.9 kg/cm2
Inflation : Rear 28-30 psi /1.9-2.1 kg/cm2
Check the pressure in the tyres when Spare 28-30 psi /1.9-2.1 kg/cm2
they are cold.
NOTICE
You should have your own tyre
Lower air pressure (Front - 26 &
pressure gauge and use it at all
Rear - 28 psi) is recommended
times. This makes it easier for you to
if you prefer riding comfort
tell if pressure loss is caused by a
tyre problem and not by variation CAUTION
between gauges. Replace the tyre if you find either
Keeping the tyres properly inflated of these conditions.
gives you the best combination of • Bumps or bulges in the tread or
comfort, handling, tyre life and better the side of the tyre.
fuel efficiency. • Cuts, splits or cracks in the side
Over inflation of tyres makes the car of the tyre. Replace the tyre if
ride bumpy and harsh. Tyres are you notice this on the fabric or
more prone to uneven wear and cord.
damage from road hazards. • Excessive tread wear or non
uniform tyre wear.

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MAINTENANCE REPAIRING TYRES

Repairing a Tyre : inside the tyre. Removal of this

layer due to scratching may
Mark the tyre position (if original
cause gradual loss of air and
colour dot mark is not visible) with
deflation.
respect to valve stem hole to ensure
that the tyre is refitted in the original 3. If wheel rim gets damaged in
location on the wheel rim. service, get the wheel rim
repaired/replaced immediately.
Ensure that balancing weights are
Running the vehicle with
not disturbed during removal of tyres.
damaged rim may cause
Check the balance weight prior to the deflation of tyre and subsequent
removal of the tyre. If found loose, dislodging of tyre from rim.
mark its location on the rim & refit
4. Maintain recommended inflation
properly.
pressure. Over-inflation, in
Balance the wheel after every particular, may cause puncture
dismantling and assembly of tyre on or bursting of tyre.
the wheel rim if required.
NOTICE
While fitting wheels on the vehicle Life and wear pattern of tyres
ensure that wheel pins are free from depends on various parameters
dust, scratches, dirt, dents, etc. like tyre pressure, wheel
NOTICE alignment, wheel balancing, tyre
Do not apply any oil on the wheel rotation, etc. It also largely
pins. Wipe off the oil if present. depends on vehicle speed, load
carried, usage, driving habits,
Special care for tubeless tyres road conditions, tyre quality, etc.
In case fault is suspected to be
1. While removing tyre from wheel due to poor quality of tyres, the
rim and mounting it back on same may be taken up with
wheel rim, take precautions not
concerned tyre manufacturer.
to damage tyre bead. Use tyre
removal and assembly
machines. Damage or cut on tyre
bead may cause gradual loss of
air and deflation of tyre.
2. Do not scratch inside of tubeless
tyre with metallic or sharp object.
Tubeless tyres are coated with
impermeable layer of rubber
from inside which holds the air

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WHEEL ALIGNMENT / BALANCING &
CATALYTIC CONVERTER MAINTENANCE
Wheel alignment : Care for the Catalytic Converter:
Incorrect wheel alignment causes The catalytic Converter does not
excessive and uneven tyre wear. require any special maintenance
Check wheel alignment at specified however, following precaution
intervals from our authorised should be taken for the effective
dealers. functioning of the converter and to
avoid damage to the Converter.
Wheel Balancing :
• It is mandatory to use only
Wheels of your vehicle are balanced
unleaded regular grade petrol.
for better ride comfort and longer
Use of any other petrol or
tyre life. Balancing needs to be done
adulterated fuel can increase the
whenever tyre is removed from rim.
pollutants and may permanatly
Wheel Alignment Data : damage the catalytic converter..
Front Wheel Alignment Values CAUTION
(Unladen Condition) : Avoid parking the vehicle over
Camber Angle : 1.00 (+ve) inflammable materials, such as
dry leaves, grass etc., as the
Castor Angle : 7.40
exhaust system is hot enough to
Toe-In (Nominal / sum) : 12 mm initiate ‘FIRE’
Wheel Lock Angle (Outer) : 370
LH / RH Variation in Castor : 45’
Rear Wheel Alignment Values
(Unladen Condition) :
Camber Angle : 0.750 (+ve)
Toe-out : 9’

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MAINTENANCE BATTERY

Battery : Reconnect and tighten the cables,

coat the terminals with petroleum
Battery is located below driver seat
jelly.
Ensure that battery is securely
mounted.
If you need to connect the battery to
a charger, disconnect both cables to
prevent damage to the vehicle’s
electrical system.
NOTICE
During normal operation, the
battery generates gas which is
Check the battery for proper explosive in nature, a spark or
electrolyte level and corrosion on the open flame can cause the battery
terminals. to explode causing very serious
1. Check the battery for electrolyte injuries.
level against the marking on the Keep all sparks & open flames
battery outer case. and smoking materials away from
the battery.
2. Check the battery terminals for
corrosion (a white or yellowish Getting electrolyte in your eyes or
powder). To remove it, cover the on the skin can cause severe
terminals with a solution of baking burns. Wear protective clothing
soda. It will bubble up and turn and a face shield or have a skilled
brown. technician to do the battery
maintenance.
3. When this stops wash it off with
plain water. Dry off the battery The battery contains sulphuric
with a cloth or paper towel. acid (electrolyte) which is
poisonous and highly corrosive in
4. Coat the terminal with petroleum nature.
jelly to prevent future corrosion.
Always ensure to get the specific
Use a proper wrench to loosen and gravity of the battery checked as
remove cables from the terminals. per the maintenance schedule.
Always disconnect the negative
(-ve) cable first and reconnect it
last.
Clean the battery terminals with a
terminal cleaning tool or wire brush.

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FUEL,
LUBRICANT & COOLANTS IMPORTANT TECHNICAL INFORMATION
PLEASE USE ONLY FOLLOWING GENUINE OILS, COOLANTS ,
LUBRICANTS , ANTI RUST & SOUND DEADENING COATS,
WINDSCREEN SEALANT, BRANDED BY TATA MOTORS FOR
OPTIMUM PERFORMANCE OF YOUR CAR...
ITEM SPECIFICATION COMPANY & BRAND QTY
ENGINE OIL SAE 15W40 CASTROL-Castrol GTX Compact 15W40 2.2 Ltrs
API SJ EXXON Mobil - Mobil Super 1000X2 15W40
OR Higher Grade HPCL 15W40 HP Cruise TGO

COOLANT 50:50 ratio SCCI - Golden Cruiser Premium 1400 NA 2.4 Ltrs
(50:50) premixed HPCL - Thanda Raja P TGO (W/O Heater)
Confirming to CASTROL - Radicool 4.0 Ltrs
-JIS K 2234 ( With
Class Heater )

TRANSAXLE EP 80 CASTROL - Extreme Pressure 80 EP 1.4 Ltrs

HPCL - Gear Oil EP 80 TGO

BRAKE DOT 4 HPCL - Super Duty Brake Fluid DOT - 4 As

FLUID CASTROL - Universal Brake Fluid DOT 4 required
SCCI -Golden Cruiser TGBF DOT 4

ANTI RUST DINITROL - Dinitrol —

TREATMENT WUERTH - Wuerth —
and SOUND 3M - 3M —
DEADENING

WIND WUERTH - Wuerth —

SCREEN 3M - 3M —
SEALANT Car System - Car System —

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IMPORTANT TECHNICAL INFORMATION FUEL,LUBRICANT & COOLANTS

FUEL : COOLANTS :
Vehicles with catalytic converter : Presence of dirt in coolant chokes
up passages in radiator, cylinder
Unleaded regular grade petrol
head and crankcase, thereby
confirming to IS 2796/DIN 51607 (or
causing overheating of engine.
equivalent) & octane rating not less
than 91 RON is recommended as To prevent rust formation and
fuel (RON stand for Research freezing of coolant inside the
Octane Number). passages of radiator, crankcase and
cylinder head use premixed coolant
CAUTION
as recommended.
Do not use leaded petrol in the car
fitted with catalytic converter. Even It is recommended that the entire
single fill of leaded petrol will cooling system should be drained
seriously damage the catalytic and filled with fresh premixed
converter. coolant.

LUBRICANTS : Engine coolant antifreeze coolant as

per JIS K2234, Class 2.
Engine Oil :
Windscreen Washer Antifrost
Recommended grade of engine oil
confirming to 15W40 API - SJ Make - Antifrost- K
specification & range of ambient Concentration - 1 : 5 For 00C
temperature at which these can be
1 : 1 For 100C
used are given in the table below.
2 : 5 For 160C
Ambient temp. Engine Oil
in deg. C grade 1 : 0 For 370C
-10o SAE 15W/40 NOTICE
& above We strongly recommend to
Transaxle : refill engine coolant only at a
Use recommended brand of EP 80 TATA Authorised service
grade oil. centre.
Grease for steering rack :
EP 2 Servo Gem.
Brake Fluid : IS 8654(2001) / DOT 4.

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OIL FILLING & DRAIN POINTS IMPORTANT TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Engine Oil Filling Cap : Engine Oil Drain Plug :

Transaxle Oil Level Plug : Transaxle Oil Drain Plug :

Transaxle Oil Filling Plug :

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IMPORTANT TECHNICAL INFORMATION TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
1. ENGINE
Model : 273 MPFI 07 (BS-III)
273 MPFI 12 (BS-IV-OBD-II)
Type : 4 Stroke, water cooled, multipoint fuel injection
system, SOHC, 2V/Cylinder
No. of Cylinders : 2 in-line
Bore / Stroke : 73.5 mm x 73.5 mm.
Capacity : 624 cc
Max. Engine Output : 38 PS at 5500 +/-250 rpm as per IS:14599 /
ISO :1585
Max. Torque : 51Nm at 4000 +/-500 rpm as per IS:14599 /
ISO :1585
Firing Order : 1-2
Coolant : 50:50 (Water: ethylene glycol)
Engine Oil Capacity : 2.2 Litre
Compression Raio : 10.3 : 1
2. CLUTCH

Type : Single plate dry friction diaphragm type

Outside diameter of clutch lining : 160 mm
Friction Area : 212 cm2
3. TRANSAXLE
Type : Synchromesh on all forward gears, sliding mesh
for reverse gear.
No. of gears : 4 forward & 1 reverse
Gear ratios : 1st - 3.45 4th - 0.838
2nd - 1.95 REV. - 3.07
3rd - 1.26
Final drive ratio : 4.2
Model : TA 59 - 4/3.45 (4 Speed).
4. SUSPENSION
Front : Independent suspended.
Rear : Non drive type independently suspended.

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5. STEERING
Type : Mechanical Rack & Pinion steering gear with
Electric power steering
Steering Wheel : 350 mm dia. (Opt-I) / 360 mm dia. (Opt-II)
Ratio : 16 : 1
6. BRAKES
Type : Dual circuit, Vertical split type split hydraulic
brake.
Front Brakes : 180 mm dia. drum brake
Rear Brakes : 180 mm dia. drum brake
Parking Brakes : Lever type, Cable operated mechanical linkages
acting on rear wheels.
7. WHEELS AND TYRES
Tyres : Front :135/70R12 (Radial Tubeless)
Rear: 155/65R12 (Radial Tubeless)
Spare :135/70R12 (Radial Tubeless)
Wheel Rims : 4B X 12
No. of Wheels : Front - 2
Rear - 2
Spare Wheel - 1
8. FUEL TANK
Capacity : 15 litres
9. BODY : Semi-mono Volume, Mini size, 4 door, steel
monocoque body.
10. ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS
System Voltage : 12 Volts -ve earth
Battery : 12V, 35AHr
Alternator Capacity: 12V, 70 A (Option-I)
12V, 70 A (Option-II)
11. PERFORMANCE
Max. speed : 105 kmph

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Max. Gradiability @ rated GVW : 30%

12. WEIGHTS (kg) (TOLERANCE AS PER EEC 92/21)

Complete vehicle kerb weight : 600 (Option-I))
as per ISO:1176 (with spare : 635 (Option-II)
wheel & tools) : 660 (Option-III)
Gross Vehicle Weight : 900 (Option-I)
: 935 (Option-II)
: 960 (Option-III)

Payload : 300 (For ALL)

13. PASSENGER CAPACITY : 2 front + 2 rear

14. LUGGAGE SPACE

Net inside loading space : 0.15 Cubic Meter Upto rear seat
back rest; 0.5 Cubic Meter Upto \
front seat back rest when rear
seats folded.

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MAIN CHASSIS DIMENSIONS (IN mm)

Wheel Base 2230
Track Front 1325
Track Rear 1315
Front Overhang 464
Rear Overhang 405
Overall Length 3099
Max. Width 1495 - Over body
1750 - Over ORVM
Overall Height (Unladen / laden) 1652 / 1613
Minimum Turning Circle Dia. 8.0 m
Minimum Turning Clearance Circle Dia. 8.3 m
Ground Clearance 180 - Unladen

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CAR IDENTIFICATION LOCATION OF AGGREGATE NUMBER

Chassis Number Punching on Chassis Number Plate mounted

RH Front door ‘B’ Pillar on front cross member, below
bonnet

Transaxle Number Location Engine Number Location

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 SERVICE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

100000-100500
10000-10500

30000-30500
20000-20500

70000-70500

90000-95500
50000-50500

80000-80500
40000-40500

60000-60500
1000-1500
OPERATION FREQUENCY

Month

120
108
12
24
36
48
60
72
84
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GENERAL
1 Wash the vehicle & clean condenser fins Every Service • • • • • • • • • • •
2 Check & top up fluids (if required) : Every Service • • • • • • • • • • •
Engine oil,Coolant,Brake fluid, Wind screen washer
fluid. Adjust wind screen washer nozzles if required.
3 Check fuel lines & transaxle housing for leakages 10000 • • • • • • • • • •
4 Check rubber boots & bushes for damage 20000 • • • • •
5 All standard checks as per job card (As applicable) Every Service • • • • • • • • • • •
ENGINE
1 Clean air filter element ( More frequent cleaning if 10000 • • • • • • • • • •
dust condition is severe)
2 Replace air filter element (More frequent replacement, 30000 • • •
if dust condition is severe)
3 Change Engine oil and Oil filter (10000 km OR 10000 • • • • • • • • • •
12 months whichever is earlier)
4 Change fuel filter 10000 • • • • • • • • • •
5 Check drive (Alternator & AC) belts for tension, Every Service • • • • • • • • • • •
adjust tension if required, replace if necessary
6 Replace Alternator belt (40000 km OR two years 40000 • •
whichever is earlier )
7 Replace AC compressor belt, if required 100000 •
8 Check timing belt, replace if necessary 40000 • •
9 Replace timing belt 100000 •
10 Change coolant ( 40000 km OR two years 40000 • •
whichever is earlier )
11 Replace Spark Plug 30000 • • •
12 Check HT lead on engine for cracks or deformation 40000 • •
(Only visual check. Do not remove), replace if
necessary.
13 Check the radiator core for dust, mud or mug 10000 • • • • • • • • • •
accumulation and clean core from outside if required
14 Check coolant lines for leakages (Only visual check) 10000 • • • • • • • • • •
TRANSAXLE
1 Change Transaxle oil and clean drain plug. 20000 • • • • •
2 Inspect Driveshaft for Boot cuts, etc Every Service • • • • • • • • • • •
3 Check & Adjust free play of Clutch release cable Every Service • • • • • • • • • • •
BRAKES
1 Check front and rear brake linings. Clean or 20000 • • • • •
Replace, if necessary.
2 Clean the brake drums with air 10000 • • • • • • • • • •
3 Replace brake fluid (40000 km OR 2 years which- 40000 • •
ever is earlier) and check brake system
components for leakages
WHEELS & TYRES
1 Tyre Swapping with balancing ( Front with Front & 10000 • • • • • • • • • •
Rear with Rear)

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120 100000-100500
12 10000-10500

36 30000-30500
24 20000-20500

84 70000-70500

108 90000-95500
60 50000-50500

96 80000-80500
48 40000-40500

72 60000-60500
1000-1500
OPERATION FREQUENCY
x 1000 km

Month

3
FRONT & REAR SUSPENSION
1 Check and adjust wheel alignment 10000 • • • • • • • • • •
ELECTRICAL
1 Check specific gravity and level of battery 10000 • • • • • • • • • •
electrolyte (10000 km OR Every 1 year)
2 Check headlamp focusing 30000 • • •
AC SYSTEM
1 Check AC / HVAC system for satisfactory Every Service • • • • • • • • • • •
performance
2 Clean HVAC / AC Unit air filter Every Service • • • • • • • • • • •
3 Replace HVAC / AC Unit air filter 30,000 • • •
DIAGNOSTIC
1 Check for DTC in the Engine and EPS ‘Electronic Every Service • • • • • • • • • • •
Control Unit’using diagnostic tool. Take corrective
action if necessary, Clear the DTCs

Service Instructions :
The Tata Nano has been manufactured to give you economical and trouble free
performance. To achieve this please follow the instructions as stated.
Your Car is entitled to Three free services (labour only). The free service cou-
pons are attached to the sales invoice. Please present these coupons to the
servicing dealer while availing free services.
1st free service - At 1000-1500 km. OR 3 month whichever is eariler
2nd free service - At 10000-10500 km. OR 12 months whichever is eariler
3rd free service - At 20000-20500 km. OR 24 months whichever is eariler
All services other than free services are chargeable.

Servicing of the car can be done at any TATA MOTORS Authorised Dealer Workshop,
TATA MOTORS Authorised Service Centre (TASC) or TATA MOTORS Authorised
Service Point (TASP). The details of their locations are given in this manual.
Warranty claims can be settled by any TATA MOTORS Authorised Dealer for all
failures, while all warranty claims excluding the consideration on the replacement
of major aggregates, can be settled by any TASC which is authorised for
handling warranty claims. TASPs will not handle warranty repairs.

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1. Features 2. Controls
• AM / FM Tuner 2.1. LCD Display
• CD supports CD-DA .mp3 and The display is used to exhibit tuner
.wma formats & media information, CD/USB track/
• USB supports .mp3 and .wma folder information (English) and
formats play-time etc.
• Aux audio input support
• Power Output: 4 x 25W RMS
• Audio equalizer adjustment for
Bass, Treble, Balance, Fader
settings
• Audio preset settings: Jazz, Pop,
Rock, Classic
• Bluetooth supports Audio
streaming (A2DP), Hands Free
Profile (HFP) and AVRCP 1.3
(Play, Pause, Mute & Unmute,
Previous track & Next track
commands)
CD
14 1 3 4 5 12 13 I/P 15 16

A U X USB 2 6 7 8 9 11 10 LCD 17 MIC

I/P I/P DISPLAY I/P

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2.2. Button Functions : 7 Short press: Play stored
No Key Name Function / AM/FM station/frequency in
AM/FM mode. Displays
Description
track information in CD/USB
1 Short press: Audio source playback mode.
change (AM/FM/CD/USB/ Long press: Store AM/FM
AUX) station/frequency in AM/FM
Long press: Auto Store in mode.
tuner (AM/FM) mode 8 Short press: Play stored
2 Enter / Cancel setting menu AM/FM station/frequency in
AM/FM mode. Folder down
3 Short press: Play stored in CD/USB playback mode.
AM/FM station / frequency Long press: Store AM/FM
in AM/FM mode, Scan station/frequency in AM/FM
tracks in CD/USB playback mode.
mode. 9 Short press: Manual seek
Long press: Store AM/FM down in AM/FM mode
station/frequency in AM/FM Previous track in CD/USB
mode. mode
4 Short press: Play stored Decrease BASS, TREBLE,
AM/FM station/frequency in BALANCE, FADERR
AM/FM mode. Repeat track values of audio settings.
in CD/USB playback mode. Long press: Auto seek
Long press: Store AM/FM down in AM/FM mode
station/frequency in AM/FM Fast reverse in CD/USB
mode. mode
5 Short press: Play stored 10 Short press: Manual seek
AM/FM station/frequency in up in AM/FM mode.
AM/FM mode. Folder Up Next track in CD/USB
in CD/USB playback mode. mode.
Increases BASS, TREBLE,
Long press: Store AM/FM
BALANCE, FADERR
station/frequency in AM/FM
values of audio settings.
mode.
Long press: Auto seek up
6 Short press: Play stored
in AM/FM mode.
AM/FM station/frequency in
Fast forward in CD/USB
AM/FM mode. Random
mode.
track in CD/USB playback
mode. 11 Volume down in audio
playback mode.
Long press: Store AM/FM
station/frequency in AM/FM Traverse/ Select the
mode. different audio setting such
as BASS, TREBLE,
BALANCE, FADERR,
Audio presets in the Menu.

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12 Volume up in audio
playback mode.
Traverse/Select the different
audio setting such as BASS,
TREBLE, BALANCE,
FADERR, Audio presets in
the Menu
13 Confirms the modified
settings in the Menu.
14 Short press: Mutes the
Audio playback.
Long press: Turns Music
system ON/ OFF.

15 Eject the CD

16 Enters into BT mode to pair

mobile.
Starts audio streaming from
mobile if it is connected and
audio is being played from
mobile
Accepts incoming call
17 Short press: Exit BT mode
Rejects incoming call
Long press: Deletes paired
mobile

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3. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS moistened with neutral soap and
To avoid risk of damage and/or fire, then repeat the prior operation.
observe the following precautions: CAUTION
• To avoid short-circuits, never Do not use any cleaning spray
insert metallic objects (for with this unit, as that can affect its
instance: coins or metallic tools) mechanical parts. If you clean the
into the unit. front panel with a rough cloth or
using a volatile liquid, like solvent
• If you notice that the unit is
or alcohol, that may scratch the
releasing smoke or strange
surface or erase some
smell, promptly disconnect the
characters.
supply and consult the nearest
Tata service Center. Important warnings about the use
• Pay attention not to let the unit fall of the Bluetooth device
down, and neither beat the device Your car Infotainment system has a
strongly. Glass internal built-in Bluetooth device. As
components of the unit may be explained in this manual, such
damaged, making it non- device will enable a wireless
operative. connection of you Infotainment
• If the LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) system to compatible cell phones
is damaged or broken as a result and multimedia devices which also
of a crash, never touch the liquid have a built-in Bluetooth device.
crystal fluid inside it. The liquid Below are important aspects about
crystal fluid may be harmful to the operation of the Bluetooth
your health. If that fluid gets in function in your Infotainment system:
contact with your body or clothes, 1. The Infotainment system can
wash it promptly with water and support only one Bluetooth
soap and seek for medical help. device pairing at a time. For
• Do not place 8 cm (3 inches) instance, you cannot use your
compact disks into the CD Infotainment system to pair two
opening. If you try to place into the cell phones concurrently to
device an 8cm CD with its undesirable communication.
adaptor, it may separate from the 2. Your Infotainment system will
CD and damage the unit. automatically reconnect the cell
Cleaning of the Unit phone or multimedia device you
have paired. If you do not want an
If the front panel of this unit is dirt, automatic connection of your
clean it with a dry cloth or slightly Infotainment system, take one of
soaked in water. If the front panel is the following measures to
too dirty, clean it with a cloth disable this option:
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• Turn off the Bluetooth function • Limited reach of some
in the cell phone or multimedia transmitters;
device that would be • Distortion caused by signals
automatically connected. reflected in local buildings and
• Keep the cell phone or other obstructions;
multimedia device that would
• “Shadow zones” wherein the
be automatically connected in
signal reception is obstructed or
the OFF state.
restricted;
• Delete from the connected BT
phone from the Infotainment CAUTION
system. Do not insert sharp objects into
and do not obstruct bluetooth
CAUTION microphone holes as that can
The automatic connection will be cause damage or malfunctioning
always ON, as long as the radio's of the same leading to
Bluetooth function is active. undesirable communication.
Failure to take any one of the 4. OPERATIONS
above measures can cause an
undesirable communication. 4.1General operation

Radio reception 4.1.1. ON / OFF Key

Always memorize the desired • Long Press Power button

stations using the radio memory to turn the Infotainment system
keys. This will help you select on and off
desired station in a faster manner. • If the Accessory is ON radio goes
to the last used mode. If the last
AM Reception (Medium Waves)
mode is not available anymore, it
At most conditions, strong AM goes to the tuner source.
signals provide stable sound quality • When the Accessory is turned
and with low sign noise. At night, OFF, the Infotainment system will
however, the atmospheric not turn ON.
conditions may sometimes lead to
interference from other stations. • Illumination for the LCD & bezel
buttons will follow the park lamp
FM Reception input.
FM zone offers best quality sound 4.1.2. Volume buttons
reception; however, the signal
intensity may be subjected to noise • Press button to increase
caused by: volume
• Press button to lower the
volume
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• Audio volume is adjusted in the • When there is an on-going call
Tuner, CD, USB, BTA and Aux-In via BT of the audio unit then it will
modes. enter microphone mute mode.
• Volume levels range from 0 to 30. Refer relevant section.
4.1.3. SOURCE CHANGE • Mute will automatically get
cancelled, when there is a source
Each time the key is pressed, change or AST or Preset
the available sources can be selection or Press of Volume Up/
selected in the following this Down buttons.
sequence: FM1 FM2 AM
CD USB AUX FM1 5. Tuner
5.1. AM Reception (Medium Waves)
CAUTION
The CD, USB and AUX options can At most conditions, strong AM
be selected only if devices are signals provide stable sound quality
available. Tuner option will always and with low sign noise. At night,
be available. however, the atmospheric conditions
may sometimes lead to interference
4.1.4. MENU from other stations.
On pressing and Each Key AM signals are susceptible to
press of / one of the following interference caused by the
music options can be adjusted. emissions of electronic control
• Bass Adjust units. Noise amplitudes vary
randomly at AM frequencies. Change
• Treble Adjust
in noise amplitude modulates the
• Balance Adjust signal and it may get picked up by
• Fader Adjust the tuner.
• Equalizer Activation 5.2. FM Reception
Press / buttons to adjust the FM zone offers best quality sound
selected option. reception, however, the signal
4.1.5. MUTE / PAUSE intensity may be subjected to noise
caused by limited range of some
• Short press Power button transmitters and distortion caused
to mute / pause the audio source. by signals reflected in local
• “MUTE” icon will be flashed when buildings and shadow zones
muted or volume reduced to zero wherein the signal reception is
in AM/FM and AUX modes. obstructed or restricted.
• Radio will pause CD / USB play FM signals cannot pass though tall
during mute period and will buildings, hills and get reflected
display “PAUSE”. resulting in poor FM reception.

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Phenomenon of multiple reflections AM frequency step is 9 kHz and FM
from hills and tall buildings may frequency step is100 kHz..
result in no reception or poor 5.3.4. Auto store
reception known as multipath effect.
When radio is in tuner mode, a long
5.3. Tuner operation
press on will execute the auto
5.3.1. Frequency Band Select store function.
Press key to access the selected When the auto-store starts, the radio
frequency bands FM1, FM2 or AM. will sweep the frequency band and
The radio will display Tuner band try to locate the 6 strongest radio
and frequency to show that the radio stations and store their frequencies
is in the tuner source. into associated FM1/FM2/AM
5.3.2. Auto seek memory locations 1 - 6. The store
sequence is from strongest to
In tuner mode, you can execute an weakest (1 to 6).
automatic seek for the next active
infotainment radio station broadcast When auto-store has finished, the
within the currently selected radio will switch to the FM1/FM2/AM
frequency band. band at preset location one.
Press and Hold the / key to If no active radio stations are located
execute an upward / downward during the auto store operation, the
frequency auto seek. radio will recall preset 1 frequency.
During the auto frequency, LCD will During auto storage process, if seek
display the frequency of each valid button is pressed then the ongoing
infotainment radio. process will be stopped and preset
1 will be played.
If no valid station found then the seek
function stop at one round (stop at During auto storage process, if any
the frequency where tuner start preset button is pressed then
seeking. During an auto seek corresponding station will be
process; if user presses any preset played.
buttons then corresponding station 5.3.5. Tuner preset 1 to 6
will be played. Preset functionality allows storing or
5.3.3. Manual Frequency Tuning selecting a given radio frequency
within one of the reception ranges
When the radio is in FM or AM mode,
(FM1, FM2 and AM).
short press the / button to
step up/down the frequency band by The audio channels are briefly
one step. muted (during the storing period) to
acknowledge the preset has been
LCD display will show current
stored and the display panel
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updates with the new preset Important : Your audio unit may be
number. damaged if improper objects are
5.3.6. To select the memories inserted into it, like credit cards or
coins, through the CD opening.
Short press of a preset button [1] to
[6], recalls the radio station 6.1.2 Precautions regarding
frequency from memory; the tuner operation
will change to this recalled • If your car has been parked under
frequency. the hot sun, let the unit cool down
before activating it.
• Be careful not to let juice or soft
drinks drip on the unit or on the
disks.
To Store a station 6.1.3 Wetness Condensation
Press & hold preset button [1] to [6], In a rainy day or in a very humid
overwrites the frequency previously region, humidity may be condensed
stored in that memory location with inside the laser reading lenses and
the current frequency. on the unit display. If it happens, the
6. CD Playback unit will not work properly. In this
case, remove the disk and wait
6.1. CD Care and maintenance
about one hour until the humidity has
6.1.1. CD Opening cleaning evaporated.
As dust tends to accumulate at the 6.1.4 CD Handling
CD opening, clean it up periodically.
• Do not touch the CD recorded
Remember that your compact disks
surface.
(CD) may be scratched if placed at
the CD opening with accumulated
dust.

• Do not place them exposed to

direct sun light (over the seat or
control panel, etc.) or under high
temperature.
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• Keep the CDs on their boxes or
in any other that protects them
from being scratched.
• Do not place adhesives or other
such materials on the CD. Also,
do not use a CD with an
adhesive.
• Due to their manufacturing
process, CD-R and CD-RW are
more susceptible of being
6.1.6 CD Cleaning
damaged than a common
musical CD (Compact Disk). Clean CDs using a soft and dry cloth.
Use a CD-R or CD-RW after Movements shall always be made
reading the precaution items in from the center to the edge of the
the CD labeling. When using a disk and in a soft way.
new CD If the CD central hole or
the external margin presents
burrs, use it after removing the
burrs with a pen.

6.1.7 CDs removal

When removing the CDs from this
unit, store them at the horizontal
position.
6.1.8 CDs that cannot be used
• CDs which are not round
6.1.5 CD Accessories shaped cannot be used.

• Do not use disk accessories

• Do not stick labels nor use disks
with sticky paints / residues.
Disks may stop turning when
used, causing defects or they
may be damaged.
• CDs painted in the recording
surface, or those which are dirt
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• Do not insert the 80mm CD/ It should be noted that, among those
credit or Debit visiting card. Such disks there are some which do not
items cannot be taken out. comply with the CD standard, and it
• Do not insert the disc with the might not be possible to reproduce
additional stickers on top of the them in this audio unit.
disc. Important : Some CD-Rs / CD-RWs
• Do not use CDs without the disk (depending on the equipment used
mark. for recording or the disk condition)
might not be played in this unit.
6.2. CD Operation
6.2.1. LOAD
• It is not possible to reproduce a The infotainment will display
CD-R or CD-RW which has not "LOAD" while the CD mechanism is
been formatted. (For the loading.
formatting process consult your
CD-R / CD-RW software and the
instructions manual of the CD-R
/ CD-RW recorder.
Music disks encoded with copyrights 6.2.2. EJECT
protection
Press the Eject key to eject the
This product has been designed to CD from the radio.
reproduce disks that comply with the
Compact Disk (CD) standard. The radio will display “EJECT”
Recently, some labels have during the ejecting, the timeout is
commercialized several encoded 2s. If the ejected disc is not removed
music disks with copyrights in 12s, it will be reloaded again and
protection. the radio shall play the last active
tuner source (FM1/FM2/AM).

6.2.3. READING :
After a CD is inserted into the slot,
the CD-mechanism will initiate
playing the CD, the radio will display
“READ” to indicate that the radio is
start to read the disc. (Before the

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radio start to read the disc, radio will 6.2.4.3. CD Error
still play previous source such as If there is a CD ERROR encountered
tuner, USB, AUX). If the disc is during the initiating phase or the disc
playable, the radio will start to play cannot be read, the Infotainment
the disc and display track system will display “ERROR” for 2s
information (track number and track and the error CD will be ejected out.
play time). The Infotainment system will go to
last active tuner source (FM1/FM2/
AM). For any disc other than CD-DA/
CD-R/CD-RW, ERROR message
will be displayed and CD will be
6.2.4. ERROR HANDLING :
ejected.
If there is CD ERROR encountered
If CD is inserted upside down then
during the initiating disc, and the disc
ERROR will be displayed for 2s and
cannot be readable, the radio will
CD will be ejected out.
display “ERROR” for 2s, the bad CD
will be ejected, and radio will go to 6.2.5 Track Information
last active tuner source (FM1/FM2/ While the CD-player is playing an
AM). For any disc other than CD-DA/ MP3/WMA track, the user can view
CD-R/CD-RW, ERROR message the MP3/WMA track information via
will be displayed and CD will be (INFO) button press, the default
ejected. If CD is inserted upside display content is Track number and
down then ERROR will be displayed playing time.
for 2s and CD will be ejected out.
CD insertion during active call.
6.2.4.1. NO CD : If a CD is inserted during a call, the
During Eject operation, if there is no CD mechanism will load it and the
CD within the slot the radio will call will proceed normally.
display "NO CD" for 2s. Important : Once call is concluded,
the Infotainment will return to the
source you used last, and not to CD
source.
6.2.6. MP3 / WMA FILE FORMATS
6.2.4.2. CD with corrupted tracks 6.2.6.1. Notes on the MP3 / WMA
If the CD has corrupted files then reproduction
display will be updated as “BAD MP3 / WMA files which can be
TRK” and the track will be skipped reproduced (hereinafter referred to
and CD will continue its operation. as audio files) and the media format
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normally reproduced or the names 6.2.6.6. Format of reproducible
of files and folders may not be disks
properly viewed. • ISO 9660 Levels 1/2.
6.2.6.2. Reproducible Audio Files • Joliet.
• MP3, WMA
CAUTION
• Add the proper extension to the
Formats different from those
audio file (MP3: “.MP3”; WMA:
mentioned might not be
“.WMA”).
successfully reproduced and their
• Do not add extensions to other file names or folder names might
files which are not audio files. The not be properly viewed.
files which do not have an audio
file format will not be reproduced. 6.2.7. Track Information
• Files protected against copy may The radio can display ID3 tag
not be reproduced. information’s (file, folder, title etc.) of
6.2.6.3. Reproducible MP3 file the current track via short press
(INF).
• MPEG 1, 2 and 2.5 Layer 3 File.
• Throughput in bits: 32-320Kbps. Maximum Number of Characters
showed on the display
• Sampling frequency: 32 /44.1 / 48
KHz • ID3 Label / contents property
(WMA and MP3)
6.2.6.4. Reproducible WMA file
• File / folder name is the
• File compatible with Windows
characters number including the
Media Audio 9 standard release.
extension.
• Throughput in bits: 32-320Kbps.
• ID3 label can only show the Ver
• Sampling frequency: 32 / 44.1 / 1.0 / 1.1 / 2.2. / 2.3 / 2.4 Label.
48 KHz 6.2.8. File and folder structure limit
6.2.6.5. Reproducible Media • Maximum quantity of folder
• CD-ROM, CD-R, CD-RW (CD- levels: 8.
RW with quick format cannot be • The quantity of files and folders
used). is the result of the sum of all files
• When recording the media up to and folders: 512.
its maximum capacity at once, CAUTION
the recording software should be CD reading time is dependent on
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Reproduction order of the audio file For instance:
Audio file is reproduced at the • Reproduction order after track
sequence defined by the recording (1) (2) (3) (4) (5)
software. It is possible to program • Search forward the file during
the reproduction sequence reproduction (3)Press (4)
recording the reproduction
• To reproduce the prior file, during
sequence numbers as for instance
from “01” to “99” at the beginning of reproduction (4)
the file name. Press (3)
• Search next folder during
reproduction (2)
Press key
• Search previous folder during
reproduction (7).
Press key .
6.2.9 Playback order of the audio
file on CD :
Audio file is reproduced at the
sequence defined by the recording
software. It is possible to program
the reproduction sequence
recording the reproduction
sequence numbers as for instance
from “01” to “99” at the beginning of
the file name.
6.2.9. Folder Up / Down
• Press the key to open
previous folder.
• Press the key to open next
folder.
6.2.10. Next / Previous Track
• Press the key to jump to the
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If user presses key within first 3 When this function in ON, the display
seconds of music, it will jump to the will read “RPT”; the track will be
previous track. If the track exceeded played again.
the first 3 seconds, it will select the RPT will be cancelled by button
start of the current track. press of RPT or RDM or Skip track
If the first CD track is being played, it or Skip Folder or Scan button
will jump to the last one.
6.2.11. Fast forward play
Press the key for more than 2
seconds to advance in the track and
reach the desired spot. 6.2.15. Intro Scan play mode
6.2.12. Fast backward play Press the key to enable or
Press the key for more than 2 disable the scan function.
seconds to do a fast backward in When this function is enabled, the
the track and reach the desired radio will play the first 10 seconds of
point. each track.
6.2.13. Shuffle Play mode Once enabled the function, the
Press the key for the Random display reads “SCN”;
function. The function will cycle continuously
It enables or disables the random if not disabled.
selection of tracks.
At the end of such track, another one
will be chosen at random.
When this function in ON, the display
will read “RDM”; along with source 6.2.16. MP3 / WMA Track
RDM will be cancelled by RPT button Information
press or RDM button press or Scan The default track info for the playing
button press track is track number and playing
time
Press button to see related
Track information.
They will be displayed as “FILE_”,
6.2.14. Repeat play mode
“FOLDER_”, “TITLE_”, “ARTIST_”,
Press the key to enable or “ALBUM_” following with the related
disable the repetition of the current info, radio will scroll display the info
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Music time will not be shown while

the display is showing other
information than track data.

7.1.2. Compatibility of USB devices:

As there is no standardization for
If the playing track is a CDDA track,
such format and this kind of
the INFO button press will be
technology is constantly evolving, the
ignored
manufacturers of USB devices can
If current track is completed radio adopt different profiles for their
will play next track and the track info devices. Therefore, an
will revert back to default track info. incompatibility can occur between
7 USB Playback your radio and the USB device. To
avoid this problem, use only devices
7.1 USB Operation with the recommended
7.1.1 Connecting a USB device characteristics.
Insert a USB device in the USB slot 7.1.2.1. Connecting the USB device:
located on the Trimplate or press
[SRC] button to turn Infotainment to USB should contain MP3 / WMA
USB play mode. format audio songs. If the audio
Files are not available Radio will
CAUTION show the EMPTY. Performance will
The Infotainment will change to be guaranteed
the USB mode automatically by
simply connecting a device to the For up to 16GB in USB size. USB
USB input. USB insertion force is read time will be 30sec (Depends
less than 35N. Connecting the on the folder Structure and file count)
USB devices while charging USB hard drives / USB HUB will not
through USB port should not be be supported. Partitioned USB will
connected into the Audio Systems. not be supported. USB with NTFS
USB device should be inserted into file format will not be supported.
the USB slot in the vertical 7.1.2.2. Disconnecting the USB
orientation. Wrong orientation will device:
damage the USB device or the port
If USB is now the active source and
in the audio unit.
if you unplug it, the radio will turn to
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previous Tuner mode and display When the infotainment start to read
“NO USB” for 2 seconds. the USB device, the infotainment will
display “READING”, infotainment
CAUTION will change to USB source and the
It is not advisable to remove a “USB” icon will be displayed.
USB device when it is being used;
if this occurs, however, the radio During the USB play, if there is a
will return to the last heard tuner phone incoming/outgoing, the radio
station. USB withdrawal force is will change to BT mode.
greater than 10N.
The radio will start to play the USB
from last memory position on
ignition toggle; power button toggle During the USB play, a short press
and source change, displaying the of Accept button will make the
track number, playing time when the radio change to BT music mode.
audio is playing a USB device
NOTE
The radio will play from the first track
The USB Port is to be used to
on the USB device when USB is
charge mobile phones with a
inserted for the first time.
current charging capacity of upto
If the USB device has corrupted files 0.5A only.
the radio will display "BAD TRK" for
2 seconds, and the current track will 8. Aux in play back
be skipped and next track will be 8.1. Aux in Operation
processed. The radio has a single unbalanced
If the USB has no files then display stereo input for connecting external
will be updated as “NO FILES” and devices; it is available in the front.
it will revert back to previous source. 8.1.1. Connecting an AUX input
If the USB cannot be read due to Connect AUX jack to the radio, press
different file system or if the USB button to access AUX mode.
itself is corrupted then ERROR will
be displayed for 2s and radio will go
back to last active source.
If there is no USB device connected,
the radio will display “NO USB” for 2 The radio will display “AUX” to
seconds, the previous source mode indicate that radio is in AUX mode,
(tuner or CD) will not be interrupted. and if there is an external auxiliary
audio input from the bezel AUX
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If AUX jack is not connected, radio cords over a short distance of
can not change to AUX mode when approximately 10 meters (approx.
you press button. Radio will still 33 feet). Get more information at
remain in current source mode and www.bluetooth.com.
display “NO AUX” for 2 seconds. 9.1.2. What are Bluetooth wireless
profiles?
Bluetooth wireless profiles are the
different ways that Bluetooth devices
communicate with other devices. In
If you press the button again in order to support a certain profile, a
this 2 seconds timeout, radio will phone manufacturer must
change to FM1 mode. implement certain mandatory
CAUTION features within the phone’s
AUX jack connection will not make software. The following are the
the radio change to AUX mode currently supported profiles for the
automatically. AUX insertion and Infotainment unit in your vehicle:
Withdrawal force is 4 to 30N. 9.1.2.1. Hands-Free Profile (HFP)
8.1.2. Disconnecting AUX input HFP is a Bluetooth profile (mode)
During the AUX play, user can designed to enable a two-way
remove the AUX jack, and the radio wireless speaker-phone to be used
will revert back to previous tuner with a Bluetooth phone.
mode and display “NO AUX” for 2 A Bluetooth car kit will use HFP to
seconds. connect to a Bluetooth phone,
During the AUX play, if there is a allowing phone calls to take place
phone incoming, the radio will via the car's audio system.
change to BT mode. 9.1.2.2. Advanced Audio
During the AUX play, a short press Distribution Profile (A2DP)
of Accept button will make the The Advanced Audio Distribution
radio change to BT mode. Profile is a Bluetooth profile that
allows for the wireless transmission
9. Bluetooth
of stereo audio from an A2DP
9.1. Bluetooth Operation source (typically a Bluetooth
9.1.1. What is Bluetooth wireless connected phone) to the car audio.
technology? 9.1.2.3. Audio/Video Remote
Bluetooth® wireless technology is Control Profile (AVRCP)
a radio technology that connects This enables music from Bluetooth
devices, such as mobile phones audio player to be controlled
and headsets, without wires or remotely. AVRCP allows some basic
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playback control functions such as in their Bluetooth devices. Therefore,
play/pause, volume up/down and an incompatibility may occur
next/previous track in a Bluetooth between the telephone system and
connected audio player. the hands free, which in some
9.1.3. What is pairing? cases may significantly prejudice
the system performance. In order to
Bluetooth devices will not work if the avoid such situation, only the
devices have not been paired. With recommended telephones should
a mobile phone featuring be used. Please contact your dealer
Bluetooth® technology, you must for more information about the
‘pair’ the car Infotainment system updated list of interoperability.
with the phone before you use it for
the first time. ‘Pairing’ creates a CAUTION
unique wireless link between the See the manual of your cell phone
phone with Bluetooth® wireless to make its coupling with the radio.
technology and your car 9.1.6 Pairing with a mobile phone
Infotainment system eliminating the
need to repeat the pairing process • Short Press the Accept
for future use. Pairing process is button to go into the Bluetooth
explained in section 9.1.6 of this Mode.
manual. • Activate Bluetooth® on your
9.1.4. What is PIN? mobile phone. Please check
your mobile phone owner’s
PIN is a code that you enter on your manual for further details.
mobile phone to pair it with the
• Search for new Bluetooth®
Bluetooth car Infotainment system.
device on the mobile phone. This
This makes your phone and the
unit’s name is “TATA NANO”.
Bluetooth receiver units recognize
each other and automatically work • When attempting to connect to
together. The Bluetooth wireless the unit, the mobile phone will
function on your phone has to be prompt for a passkey/ pass code/
turned on to establish automatic PIN. User is required enter the
connection. PIN: “1234”. This is default PIN
for the Infotainment system.
Important : User can establish the
phone pairing with default password • When the Infotainment is in BT
“1234”. mode, the “BT” icon will be
displayed. Any incoming call will
9.1.5. BT Compatibility be automatically diverted to the
Since there is no mutual agreement, unit.
the cell phone manufacturers are • The Bluetooth icon “BT” will
qualified to use a variety of profiles indicate that the Infotainment is
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in BT mode. Infotainment will CAUTION
display the phone name of the Once in the Bluetooth mode, the
active phone. Only the first 8 user can only use the Volume Up/
characters of the phone name Down, Cal Accept/ Call Reject, &
will be displayed. Next Track/ Previous track buttons.
The user is required to come out of
the Bluetooth mode to access the
other Trimplate buttons.
CAUTION 9.2. Hands Free calling :
In any source mode, the user can 9.2.1. Incoming Calling :
process a BT phone connection • During power ON, if a call is in
from the BT phone, if the progress, the Infotainment
connection has succeeded, the system will enter into the BT HFP
BT phone will be paired and Mode automatically. The HFP
connected. But the Infotainment mode is entered/ exited by
will still be in current source mode means Short Press the [ ] Accept
(tuner, CD, USB, AUX). button.
CAUTION • When an incoming call arrives,
Your Infotainment system can the Infotainment system is
support only one Bluetooth device muted automatically and ring
pairing at a time. You cannot use tone is reproduced through your
your Infotainment system to pair car’s speaker.
two cell phones concurrently. • The unit temporarily switch to
No connectivity : telephone mode and incoming
• If the system cannot fetch the call no. will appear on the display.
name of the BT phone, “BT
PHONE” will be displayed

NOTICE
• The unit will be automatically set
• If the paired phone is not in as default speaker output every
vicinity or not connected to the time when there is an incoming
Infotainment system, the system call.
will display “NO PHONE”. • Caller ID is telephone number
of the incoming call.
• Only first 8 digits of the number
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9.2.2. Answering the call : progress and revert back to
• User can answer an incoming previous source mode (Tuner,
call directly from the unit by Short CD, USB, AUX or BT). It will also
abort the BT private mode.
Press of the ACCEPT
button. • Speaker mute mode : When the
Infotainment is in BT mode and
• Alternatively, you may also
does not have a call in process,
answer the call by using your
phone’s answer keypad. short press Power button
will mute the Infotainment. The
• If there is a phone call in “MUTE” icon will be flashed.
progress, a long press of
ACCEPT button will make the
Infotainment system enter into
Private BT mode. Infotainment
will display “PRIVATE” during the
• Microphone mute mode: When
BT phone private mode.
the Infotainment system is in BT
mode and if there is a call in
process, short press the
Power button will make the
• The BT phone will still be paired Infotainment enter microphone
and connected, but the phone mute mode.
audio output and input will be • Infotainment will display “MIC
from the speaker and MUTE” during the microphone
microphone of the BT phone itself mute period, but the “MUTE” icon
(i.e., the user can get the call back will not be displayed / flashed.
to his phone and discuss in
private).
• Long press the ACCEPT
button again will abort the BT
private mode and revert back to • Short press the Power
normal BT mode. If the call in button again will abort the BT
progress phone call ends, the Microphone mute mode and
phone private mode will be revert back to normal BT mode.
aborted 9.2.3 Rejecting a call
Important : Aborting the BT Private • This function allows you to reject
Mode is dependent on paired cell an incoming call via the
phone. Infotainment system.
• Short press of REJECT • Short press of REJECT
button will end the call in button will make the Infotainment
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reject the incoming call and revert example, BT phone is moved out
back to previous source mode of the BT capable range, signal
(tuner, CD, USB, AUX). weakness, user power off the BT
• Alternatively, you may also reject phone etc.), radio will try to
the call by using your phone’s reconnect the BT phone. When
keypad. the BT connection is available,
9.2.4 Ending a call radio will set up the BT
connection automatically.
• This function allows you to end a
call conversation via the • The infotainment will only be
Infotainment system. capable to support one BT phone
connection. If there already have
• Short press of REJECT an active phone (bonded and
button will make the Infotainment connection before), the
end the incoming call and revert connection/pairing request from
back to previous source mode another BT phone will fail. If a
(tuner, CD, USB, AUX). new phone has to be paired with
• Alternatively, you may also end infotainment, previous bonded
the call by using your phone’s phone should be deleted from
keypad. infotainment by long pressing
9.2.5 Making a call the reject button. BT de-pairing
• A phone call dial out from the is given in Section 9.5 of this
active BT phone can also make manual.
the Infotainment access BT 9.3. Audio Streaming Profile (A2DP)
mode, the “BT” icon indicates When radio is in BT mode, the user
that Infotainment is in BT mode. can also activate A2DP function,
CAUTION which means the audio output from
• Infotainment will display “OUT the BT phone, can be transferred to
CALL” during the phone call the radio and output from the
process period. speakers.
• Your Infotainment System will The A2DP request from the BT
not support Redial function. phone will not make the radio
automatically change to BT mode.
9.2.6 Auto Connectivity
9.3.1. BT Audio Mode
• The infotainment will check the
BT connection situation between When Infotainment is playing any
the radio and the bonded BT source (tuner or CD or AUX) a short
phone. press of ACCEPT button will
• If the BT connection between the make the Infotainment enter in to BT
radio and BT phone is lost (for Audio Mode. Short press of
REJECT button causes the system
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to return to the previous active • Once the BT phone is deleted, if
source. During A2DP mode the same phone has to be paired
following button presses will be again, then the connect request
considered as valid: Next Track/ should be initiated from phone.
Previous track, Mute/Unmute, NOTICE
Volume up/down, Call Accept & Call
BT delete is possible only when
Reject. Rest of the button presses
Infotainment system is not in BT
will be ignored by the system.
mode. If the current mode is BT,
The user is required to come out of then the user has to come out of
the BT mode by the short press of BT short press of REJECT
REJECT button to access the button and then try to disconnect
SRC button. the BT phone by long press on the
9.4. Exiting BT Mode REJECT button.
User can abort the BT mode and 9.6. Remot Control Profile (AVRCP)
make the radio revert back to Radio supports limited functionality
previous mode (tuner, CD, USB, in remote control profile. Paired BT
AUX) via a short press of phone can be used as a remote
REJECT button. control to access the audio controls
9.5. BT De-Pairing in Audio Streaming mode. BT phone
• When in BT mode, short press can issue mute, un-mute, previous
track, next track, play and pause
of REJECT button to come
command. Radio will receive those
out of the BT mode to the last
and process the action accordingly.
selected mode (tuner, CD, USB,
Meta data processing will not be
AUX).
supported.
• A long press on the REJECT 10. Audio Settings
button will de-pair the existing
phone. For successful deletion, 10.1. Volume Control
the display will show Press / to adjust the audio
“DELETED” volume level
There is same volume control
across audio sources (Tuner, CD,
USB, Aux)
When the volume level has been
• If the paired BT phone is not adjusted the radio displays the
available, then the system will volume level for 5 seconds.
continue to play the current
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When the volume level is adjusted The Bass level will be adjustable
to zero, the audio will be inaudible, from -7 to +7.
and radio will flash “MUTE” icon. If The Treble level will be adjustable
radio is in CD/MP3 mode, the playing from -7 to +7
wouldn’t be pause infotainment but
When the bass/Treble tone level is
will be muted.
adjusted the radio will display
Infotainment will flash “MUTE” until adjusted level.
the user change the volume again.
But during the other operations, the
associated information will be
displayed.
10.2. Standard volume adjustment
When the unit is switched on (Power
ON or Ignition ON), the volume will
be restored to its previous setting if
the previous volume is from 5 to 20. A short press of / button will
The volume will be set to 5 if the increase / decrease the bass / treble
previous volume is less than 5. The tone by one level in range
volume will be set to 20 if the (-7…0…+7)
previous volume is more than 20. A long press of / button will
If there is no previous volume level continuous increase / decrease the
stored, the volume level will be 5 bass/treble tone in range
(default). (-7…0…+7).Default bass/treble
10.3. Audio Options: tone setting will be zero.
Press (MENU) key to enter Audio The same bass/treble level will be
setting. used between the tuner, CD, USB,
AUX and BT audio sources.
Press / buttons to select
10.3.2. Balance & Fader control
the Sub-menu items from the
sequence Bass Treble The fade setting will have 15 levels
Balance Fade EQ Bass. of adjustment from Front 7 to Rear 7
The fade defines the relative audio
Press / buttons to Adjust
output of the front and rear channels.
the value of each audio setting.
When the Fade setting level is
Press OK button to confirm setting.
adjusted the radio will display Fade
10.3.1. Bass/Treble tone Control adjustment level ('F7'...'_0'...'R7')
Default factory setting is zero. This
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The fade level will change in
accordance with the displayed
setting.
The default fade level will be 0 The audio output will change in
(centre). accordance with the displayed
When the fade is set to "0" front and setting.
rear channels will have equal output The default Fade level will be
at the selected volume level. “Normal”.
When the Fade is set to Front 7 the
rear speakers will be inaudible and
the front speakers output will be at
the selected volume.
When the Fade is set to Rear 7 the Press / button to select the
front speakers will be inaudible and favorite EQ setting when you enter
the rear speakers output will be at EQ setting mode.
the selected volume. The radio has five different EQ
setting, they are “Normal, Jazz, Pop,
A short press of / button will Rock, Classic “.
change the fade level by one step
The EQ setting is active via adjusting
from F7 to R7; this will attenuate the the Bass and Treble setting.
output level of the Front / Rear
Mute Control
speakers in even steps
Short press the power
A long press of / button will button will mute the audio output
continuous change the fade level from head unit. Mute will be
from F7 to R7; this will attenuate the cancelled by again pressing the
output level of the Front / Rear button.
speakers in even steps. After AFT or Auto seek, mute will be
Similarly balance control can be automatically cancelled when user
used to control the audio output in changes to different band or different
left & right speakers. L7….0….R7. preset. After AST or Auto Seek mute
Settinng the value to 0 gives equal will be disabled and audio output
output in left & right speakers. will be enabled.
Setting to L7 gives audio output only Similarly whenever there is a source
in left speaker where as R7 will change mute will be disabled
produce the ouput only in Right automatically. In BT mode, Mute from
Speakers. headunit will mute the audio output
of head unit whereas it sends the
Equalizing Setting PAUSE command to BT phone.
You can adjust the audio EQ setting, Similarly Unmute will unmute the
which will make the audio output audio from headunit and it will send
sensitive. PLAY command to BT Phone.
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11. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS USB Section
Technical specifications are subject to Frequency response (±3dB) ..20 Hz - 20 kHz
change without previous notice. Total harmonic distortion (20 Hz - 20 kHz). 0.1%
FM TUNER SECTION Signal x Noise Relation (1kHz) ............ >70dB
Frequency range........ 87.5 MHz – 108 MHz No of Supported Folders + Files ....512 (max)
Step (Auto / manual tuning) ............100 KHz BLUETOOTH® SECTION
Presets………………..............…………..12 Power class........................................... 2
Preset Banks …….…............……………..2 Bluetooth versions supported … 2.0 with EDR
Signal x Noise Relation (for RF – 5.6µV Bluetooth® profile supported
level) ........................................... > 30 dB HFP ……….........…….…..0.96, v1.0 & 1.5
Frequency response ............. 50 Hz-15 KHz A2DP ……………………….............….v1.0
Signal x Noise Relation (MONO) …....50 dB Number of pairing phones …………............ 1
Stereo split (500 kHz) ….....................30 dB AUDIO SECTION
AM TUNER SECTION Maximum RMS power – Vdc 14.4; F=1 KHz;
Frequency range .......... 531 kHz- 1602 kHz Rg=600 ohms
Step (Auto / manual tuning) ............….9 KHz Analog AMP Output Channels ………..…...4
Presets ……......………...........………...…6 Output Power @ 10% THD (per channel)
Preset Banks ……......….............…..……...1 ........................................................ 25 W
Signal x Noise Relation (for RF = 10 mV TONE ACTION
level) ........................................... > 40 dB Bass: ................................. 60 Hz ± 14 dB
AUXILIARY INPUT (STEREO) Treble: .............................. 10 KHz ± 14 dB
Stereo signal level ............................ 900 mV GENERAL
Input Impedance .......................6 to 32 ohms Operation volt. (11 V-15 V allowable) .. 13.5 V
COMPACT DISC SECTION Current consumption in standby
Laser diode .................. GaAIAS (?+780 NM) mode………………….2 mA (max)
Frequency response (± 3 dB) .. 20 Hz-20 kHz Maximum current consumption ..............10 A
Total harmonic distortion ( 20 Hz - Installation dimension (WxHxD)
20 kHz ) ............................................ 0.1% ......................................179 x51x 230 mm
Signal x Noise Relation (1 kHz) dynamic Weight ...........................................1.65 kg
range .............................................. >70dB
No of Supported Folders + Files …....512 (max)

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12. ABBREVIATIONS
ABBREVIATIONS DEFINITIONS
FM Frequency Modulation
AM Amplitude Modulation
MP3 3 layer MPEG
WMA Windows media audio
CD Compact disc
CDDA Digital Audio (compact disc)
CDCA CD Compacted Audio
CD-ROM Data CD
USB Universal Serial Bus(data line)
BT Bluetooth
AUX IN Auxiliary input
EQ Equalize
SCN SCAN (intro scanning CD / USB)
RDM Random (Shuffle)
RPT Repeat (repetition)
INF Information (display options)
THD Total Harmonic Distortion
A2DP Advanced Audio Distribution Profile
HFP Hands Free Profile
AVRCP Audio Video Remote Control Profile

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13. WARRANTY exceeds the product
Statement of Warranty specifications.
TATA MOTORS assures to the owner • Damages caused by robbery or
of this appliance a guarantee theft attempts.
against eventual assembling • Damages caused by use of bad
defects or of the product quality CDs.
components within the Indian
In case of defect and in order to take
Territory for 24 months / 24000 km
advantage of this warranty, the
of warranty, counted as from the date
consumer should contact the
of the Bill of Sale issuance, issued
Nippon Distributor of his preference,
by the TATA Motors Distributor, since
along with the product bill of sale.
evidenced the defect under normal
(This statement excludes expenses
use conditions.
with transportation, freight,
Eventual repairs executed in the insurance, and such items are of the
product during the warranty period consumer’s responsibility and
does not imply in a term extension. onus).
This statement does not
comprehend defects or damages Rear Connection :
caused by accidents, misuse,
incorrect assembling, handling and/
or installation, or yet for presenting
signs of having being violate or fixed
by non-authorized person. Pin No Details
The following items are excluded 1 Speed (PP)
from this warranty: 2 Accessory
• Incorrect installation of the 3 No connect
vehicle interference suppressors
4 Rear Left -
and antenna.
5 Rear Left +
• Product installation parts in the
6 Rear Right -
vehicle, such as extension
cables, adapters, fixing supports, 7 Rear Right +
belts, noise suppressors, etc. 8 Illumination
• Exceeding the maximum quantity 9 Ground
allowable for inserting the 10 Battery
security code (when applicable). 11 Front Left -
• Action of fire, water, salt, cleaning 12 Front Left +
products, powder, alcohol or any 13 Front Right -
other external agent, apart from 14 Front Right +
the environmental conditions that

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Recommended
Repair Servicing
Service Odometer
Date Order Dealer's Sign.
Reading KMs. No.
At km & Stamp

PDI

1000

10,000

20,000

30,000

40,000

50,000

60,000

70,000

80,000

90,000

1,00,000

1,10,000

1,20,000

1,30,000

1,40,000

1.50,000

1,60,000

1,70,000

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Chassis No.:

Odometer Repair SERVICING

DATE Reading Order PARTICULARS OF REPAIR DEALER’S
KMs No. SIGNATURE &
STAMP

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Chassis No.:

Odometer Repair SERVICING

DATE Reading Order PARTICULARS OF REPAIR DEALER’S
KMs No. SIGNATURE &
STAMP

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Chassis No.:

Odometer Repair SERVICING

DATE Reading Order PARTICULARS OF REPAIR DEALER’S
KMs No. SIGNATURE &
STAMP

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