Mahidra TUV 300 User manual

Owner’s Manual
T4, T4+, T6, T6+, T6+ AMT, T8, T8 AMT
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Original Issue Date: August 2015
Revision Date: September 2015
NOTE:
Carefully read, understand and follow the instructions provided in this manual, and keep it in a safe place for future reference. If you have any
doubt whatsoever regarding the use or care of your vehicle, please visit your Mahindra Dealer for assistance or advice.
This Owner's Manual should be considered as an integral part of the vehicle and should remain with the vehicle.

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MAHINDRA & MAHINDRA LTD., GATEWAY BUILDING, APOLLO BUNDER, MUMBAI - 400 039
www.mahindra.com

1 INTRODUCTION AND SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ........................ 1-1
Introduction.............................................................................1-1
Safety Symbols .......................................................................1-2
General Safety Information and Instructions .................. 1-3
To Owner’s of a Mahindra Vehicle..................................... 1-4
Audio/Infotainment Manual................................................1-7
2 GENERAL ..........................................................................................2-1
Feature Matrix........................................................................2-1
Lubricants and Capacities...................................................2-4
Dimensions..............................................................................2-6
Bulb Specification ..................................................................2-7
Fuses and Relays...................................................................2-7
Flat Tire ................................................................................. 2-12
Jack Points........................................................................... 2-15
Technical Specifications.................................................... 2-19
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)................................ 2-21
3 VEHICLE OVERVIEW.......................................................................3-1
Front Overview........................................................................3-1
Rear Overview.........................................................................3-2
Instrument Panel Overview .................................................3-3
4 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER OVERVIEW.......................................... 4-1
Instrument Cluster................................................................4-1
Warning Lamps Overview....................................................4-2
Warning Lamps ....................................................................4-3
5 SEATS AND SEAT BELTS..............................................................5-1
Driver seat...............................................................................5-1
Head Restraint.......................................................................5-4
Second Row Bench Seat......................................................5-5
Third Row Seats.....................................................................5-5
General Warnings and Instructions- Seat Belts............. 5-6
Fastening the Seat Belt........................................................5-9
Child Restraint System (CRS) .......................................... 5-11
6 SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) (if
equipped) ..........................................................................................6-1
Airbags.....................................................................................6-1
Introduction.............................................................................6-1
7 LOCKS AND KEYS ..........................................................................7-1
Locks and Keys.......................................................................7-1
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Central Locking System........................................................7-3
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System ................................ 7-5
Engine Immobilizer System............................................... 7-10
8 FEATURES AND CONTROL...........................................................8-1
Power Windows.....................................................................8-1
Butterfly Window (Rear Quarter Window) ...................... 8-2
Outside Rear View Mirror (ORVM) .................................... 8-3
Interior Mirror ........................................................................ 8-5
Exterior Lamps.......................................................................8-5
Follow-Me Home (FMH) RKE............................................ 8-11
Follow-Me Home (FMH) Non RKE................................... 8-12
Lead Me to Vehicle (LMV) (RKE) ..................................... 8-12
Interior Lamps..................................................................... 8-13
Power Outlet........................................................................ 8-14
Windshield Wipers............................................................. 8-16
Utility Holders ...................................................................... 8-20
Horn....................................................................................... 8-22
Instrument Cluster............................................................. 8-23
Instrument Cluster Gauges.............................................. 8-24
Warning Lamps Overview................................................. 8-29
Warning Lamps in the Instrument Cluster .................. 8-30
Voice Messaging System(VMS) (If equipped)............... 8-34
Mike(If equipped)................................................................. 8-34
Reverse Parking Assist System (RPAS)(If
equipped) .............................................................................. 8-34
Brake Energy Regeneration Technology(If
equipped) .............................................................................. 8-40
Micro Hybrid Technology (Engine Stop/Start System,
ESS)(If equipped) ................................................................. 8-42
Radio Frequency ID (RFID) Tag........................................ 8-47
9 STEERING AND BRAKES............................................................... 9-1
Steering....................................................................................9-1
Tilt Steering.............................................................................9-2
Steering Controls - Audio Control System (if
equipped) ................................................................................. 9-2
Brakes...................................................................................... 9-4
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) (if equipped) .................... 9-6
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10 HEATING, VENTILATION AND AIR-CONDITIONING SYSTEM
(HVAC)............................................................................................ 10-1
HVAC Overview.................................................................... 10-2
Center/Side Vents............................................................. 10-3
HVAC Controls .................................................................... 10-3
Air Distribution Control...................................................... 10-4
Blower Speed Control........................................................ 10-5
Temperature Control......................................................... 10-5
Air Intake Mode Control.................................................... 10-6
Air-Conditioner ON.............................................................. 10-6
HVAC Air Filter (Cabin Air Filter) ..................................... 10-7
Rapid Cabin Cooling............................................................ 10-8
Rapid Cabin Heating........................................................... 10-8
Defogging/De-misting and Defrosting .......................... 10-9
11 STARTING AND DRIVING THE VEHICLE................................. 11-1
Safety Tips - Before Starting your Vehicle..................... 11-1
Ignition Switch...................................................................... 11-2
Pedals.................................................................................... 11-3
Starting the Engine............................................................. 11-3
Stopping the Engine ........................................................... 11-5
Manual Transmission (If Equipped)................................. 11-5
Automated Manual Transmission (AMT) (If
Equipped) .............................................................................. 11-7
Driving Your Vehicle.........................................................11-14
Fuel.......................................................................................11-18
Tips for Better Fuel Economy.........................................11-20
12 WHEELS AND TYRES ................................................................. 12-1
Tyre Information.................................................................. 12-1
Tyre Rating........................................................................... 12-1
Tyre Label (Vehicle Placard)............................................. 12-2
Tire Pressure....................................................................... 12-3
Tire Rotation Recommendations.................................... 12-6
13 EMERGENCIES.............................................................................. 13-1
Hazard Warning Lamp...................................................... 13-1
Vehicle Does not Start - Checks...................................... 13-1
Vehicle Overheating............................................................ 13-2
Jump Starting...................................................................... 13-3
Towing ................................................................................... 13-7
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Limp Home Mode............................................................... 13-9
14 MAINTENANCE ............................................................................ 14-1
General Owners Information............................................ 14-1
Opening/Closing the Hood............................................... 14-4
Identifying Components in the Engine
Compartment...................................................................... 14-6
General Maintenance ........................................................ 14-7
In the Engine Compartment............................................. 14-8
Maintenance - Inside the Vehicle ..................................14-14
Maintenance-Outside the Vehicle .................................14-14
Battery.................................................................................14-15
Appearance Care and Protection.................................14-16
Air Conditioning System Maintenance.........................14-20
Vehicle Storage.................................................................14-20
Winter Care.......................................................................14-20
Bulb Replacement ............................................................14-22
Scheduled Maintenance..................................................14-22
Maintenance Schedule Chart ........................................14-24
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© Copyright Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd. 082015 1-1
1 INTRODUCTION AND SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
1.1 Introduction
Dear Customer,
Congratulations on purchasing Mahindra TUV3OO. Your vehicle has
been designed to provide years of safe and dependable service, as
long as it is used and maintained in accordance with the
instructions provided in this manual.
All persons who will use and/or maintain this vehicle must read,
understand and follow all warnings and instructions provided in this
manual. This Owner's Manual should be considered an integral part
of the vehicle and should remain with the vehicle. However, nothing
in this manual, and none of the safety devices installed in the
vehicle, are a substitute for careful operation and common sense.
Always make sure that your vehicle is in optimum working order,
and take note of the road and weather conditions under which you
are using your vehicle.
If you have any questions concerning the proper use or
maintenance of your vehicle, please call your Authorized Mahindra
Dealer. A list of dealers can be found in the Dealer Directory
Supplement.
Alternatively you can contact Mahindra at,
• 1800-209-6006 (Toll free)
• [email protected]
We extend our best wishes for safe and pleasurable motoring.
Sincerely,
MAHINDRA & MAHINDRA LTD.
INTRODUCTION AND SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

1-2 © Copyright Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd.082015
Servicing and Summary Data
• For all issues concerning the vehicle and for any need of spare
parts, contact only the Authorized Mahindra network
• We recommend you always use genuine Mahindra spare parts
when performing repairs on the vehicle
• We suggest that you record the vehicle data in the Warranty
Information & Maintenance Guide for future references
1.2 Safety Symbols
Carefully read, understand and follow the safety symbols/
instructions given in this manual.
Legend of the Symbols
To emphasize information and procedures regarding safety, use,
maintenance, etc., the following symbols are used throughout the
manual.
DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if
not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if
not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if
not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury and/or
property damage.
NOTICE indicates important information relevant to the vehicle,
the vehicle's use or to sections of this manual to which
particular attention must be paid for optimum use of the
vehicle.
If you see this symbol, it indicates “no”, “do not,” “do not do this,” or
“never”.
INTRODUCTION AND SAFETY PRECAUTIONS