Mahindra SCORPIO S3 Plus 2020 User manual

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NNOOTTEE:
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
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We strongly urge that you read the information provided in pages referred hereunder which will help in road safety and prevent
inconvenience
1Warranty Coverage............................................................................................................................................... Refer WI&MG* (P.g. 10)
2Lubricant and Capacities............................................................................................................................................ Refer WI&MG* (P.g. 25)
3Schedule Service (Free/Paid)........................................................................................................................... Refer WI&MG* (P.g. 20)
4 Maintenance Schedule Chart........................................................................................................................... Refer WI&MG* (P.g. 21)
5Location Of Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)...................................................................................... Refer (P.g. 2-22)
6 Location Of Fuse Box And Fuse Details........................................................................................................ Refer (P.g. 2-6)
7Changing A Flat Tyre............................................................................................................................................. Refer (P.g. 2-11)
8Understanding The Warning Lamps............................................................................................................. Refer (P.g. 4-5)
9 Use Of Seats Belts And Child Restraint....................................................................................................... Refer (P.g. 6-10 & 6.14)
10 Understanding The Airbag Function.............................................................................................................. Refer (P.g. 7-1)
11 If Your Vehicle Is Submerged........................................................................................................................... Refer (P.g. 12-9)
12 Driving Through Water....................................................................................................................................... Refer (P.g. 12-9)
13 Opening And Closing The Hood/Bonnet..................................................................................................... Refer (P.g. 15-4)
14 Location Of Battery And Its Maintenance.................................................................................................. Refer (P.g. 15-6/P.g. 15-16)
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1 INTRODUCTION AND SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ........................ 1-1
Introduction.............................................................................1-1
Safety Symbols .......................................................................1-2
General Safety Information and Instructions .................. 1-2
To Owner’s of a Mahindra Vehicle..................................... 1-4
Audio/Infotainment Manual................................................1-7
2 GENERAL ..........................................................................................2-1
Feature Matrix........................................................................2-1
Dimensions..............................................................................2-5
Bulb Specification .................................................................. 2-6
Fuses and Relays................................................................... 2-6
Flat Tire ................................................................................. 2-11
Jack Points........................................................................... 2-14
Technical Specifications.................................................... 2-19
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)................................ 2-22
Engine Number ................................................................... 2-22
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 - Type 1 ................................................4-1
Instrument Cluster - Type 2 ................................................4-2
Warning Lamps Overview....................................................4-3
Warning Lamps ....................................................................4-5
5 Emission Control System..............................................................5-1
Diesel Oxidation Catalyst (DOC) .......................................... 5-1
Selective Catalytic Reduction(SCR).................................... 5-1
Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF)............................................. 5-5
Alerts in Cluster .....................................................................5-7
Instrument Cluster Warning Lamps - English.............. 5-10
Instrument Cluster Tell-Tale – Assame......................... 5-12
Instrument Cluster Tell-Tale – Bengali .......................... 5-14
Instrument Cluster Tell-Tale – Gujarathi ....................... 5-16
Instrument Cluster Tell-Tale – Hindi............................... 5-18
Instrument Cluster Tell-Tale – Kannada ....................... 5-20
Instrument Cluster Tell-Tale – Malayalam.................... 5-22
Instrument Cluster Tell-Tale – Marathi ......................... 5-24
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Instrument Cluster Tell-Tale – Oriya............................... 5-26
Instrument Cluster Tell-Tale – Tamil.............................. 5-28
Instrument Cluster Tell-Tale – Telugu............................ 5-30
6 SEATS AND SEAT BELTS..............................................................6-1
Driver seat...............................................................................6-1
Head Restraint.......................................................................6-3
Second Row Bench Seat......................................................6-4
Second Row Seat 60:40......................................................6-5
Second Row Captain Seat Arrangement......................... 6-7
Foldable Arm-Rests............................................................... 6-9
Third Row Seats.....................................................................6-9
General Warnings and Instructions- Seat Belts.......... 6-10
Child Restraint System (CRS) .......................................... 6-14
7 SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) ......................... 7-1
Airbags.....................................................................................7-1
Introduction.............................................................................7-1
8 LOCKS AND KEYS ..........................................................................8-1
Locks and Keys.......................................................................8-1
Central Locking System........................................................ 8-4
Anti-Lockout System .............................................................8-5
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System ................................ 8-6
Engine Immobilizer System............................................... 8-11
9 FEATURES AND CONTROL...........................................................9-1
Power Windows.....................................................................9-1
Butterfly Window (Rear Quarter Window) ...................... 9-4
Outside Rear View Mirror (ORVM) .................................... 9-5
Tip-Tap ORVM Adjustment .................................................. 9-6
Manual (Joystick) ORVM Adjustment ...............................9-6
Electric ORVM Adjustment..................................................9-6
Interior Mirror ........................................................................ 9-7
Exterior Lamps .......................................................................9-7
Turn Signals ............................................................................9-7
Lamps Off ................................................................................ 9-8
Parking Lamps On .................................................................9-9
Head Lamp On........................................................................9-9
Head Lamp High Beam/Low Beam.................................. 9-9
Head Lamp Flash................................................................ 9-10
Auto Head Lamp................................................................. 9-10
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Head Lamp Leveling System............................................ 9-11
Magic Lamps ....................................................................... 9-12
Hazard on Panic Braking .................................................. 9-12
Static Bending Lamps........................................................ 9-12
Fog Lamps............................................................................ 9-12
Puddle Lamps...................................................................... 9-13
Follow-Me Home (FMH) with Rain Light Sensor
(RLS) ...................................................................................... 9-13
Follow-Me Home (FMH) Non RLS ................................... 9-14
Lead Me to Vehicle (LMV)(if equipped) .......................... 9-15
Hazard Warning Lamp...................................................... 9-15
Interior Lamps..................................................................... 9-16
Power Outlet........................................................................ 9-18
Windshield Wipers............................................................. 9-20
Utility Holders ...................................................................... 9-24
Instrument Cluster - Type 1 ............................................. 9-27
Instrument Cluster - Type 2 ............................................. 9-28
Instrument Cluster Gauges.............................................. 9-29
Warning Lamps Overview................................................. 9-34
Warning Lamps in the Instrument Cluster .................. 9-36
Voice Messaging System (VMS) ..................................... 9-42
Reverse Parking Assist System (RPAS) — Type 1 ...... 9-46
Reverse Parking Assist System (RPAS) — Type 2 ...... 9-54
Reverse Parking Assistance System (RPAS) – Type 3
(If equipped).......................................................................... 9-55
Rear View Camera ............................................................. 9-56
Cruise Control...................................................................... 9-60
Micro Hybrid — Stop/Start System (if equipped) ....... 9-64
10 STEERING AND BRAKES............................................................ 10-1
Steering................................................................................. 10-1
Tilt Steering.......................................................................... 10-2
Steering Controls - Audio Control System .................... 10-3
Brakes ................................................................................... 10-4
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ........................................ 10-6
Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) ................... 10-7
11 HEATING, VENTILATION AND AIR-CONDITIONING SYSTEM
(HVAC)............................................................................................ 11-1
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Heating, Ventilation And Air-Conditioning System
(HVAC)................................................................................... 11-1
HVAC Overview.................................................................... 11-2
Center/Side Vents............................................................. 11-3
Second Row Floor Vents................................................... 11-4
HVAC Controls .................................................................... 11-4
Automatic Climate Controller .......................................... 11-5
Air Distribution Control...................................................... 11-5
Blower Speed Control........................................................ 11-6
Temperature Control......................................................... 11-7
Air Intake Mode Control.................................................... 11-8
HVAC Air Filter (Cabin Air Filter) ..................................... 11-9
Air-Conditioner ON............................................................11-10
Rapid Cabin Cooling..........................................................11-11
Rapid Cabin Heating.........................................................11-12
Defogging/De-misting and Defrosting ........................11-12
12 STARTING AND DRIVING THE VEHICLE ................................. 12-1
Safety Tips - Before Starting Your Vehicle.................... 12-1
Ignition Switch...................................................................... 12-2
Starting the Engine............................................................. 12-3
Stopping the Engine ........................................................... 12-4
Manual Transmission ........................................................ 12-5
Driving Your Vehicle........................................................... 12-7
Fuel-BS VI............................................................................12-11
Tips for Better Fuel Economy.........................................12-14
13 WHEELS AND TYRES ................................................................. 13-1
Tyre Information.................................................................. 13-1
Tyre Rating........................................................................... 13-1
Tyre Label (Vehicle Placard)............................................. 13-2
Tire Pressure....................................................................... 13-3
Tyre Rotation Recommendations ................................... 13-6
Tiretronics (if equipped) .................................................... 13-9
14 EMERGENCIES.............................................................................. 14-1
Hazard Warning Lamp...................................................... 14-1
Vehicle Does Not Start - Checks ..................................... 14-2
Vehicle Overheating............................................................ 14-3
Jump Starting...................................................................... 14-4
Towing ................................................................................... 14-7
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Limp Home Mode............................................................... 14-9
15 MAINTENANCE ............................................................................ 15-1
General Owners Information............................................ 15-1
Suggestions for Obtaining Service for your
Vehicle................................................................................... 15-2
Need Assistance? .............................................................. 15-2
Warranty Information........................................................ 15-2
Protect your Warranty...................................................... 15-2
Maintenance Interval......................................................... 15-3
Vehicle Self Maintenance - General Precautions ........ 15-4
Opening/Closing the Hood............................................... 15-4
Identifying Components in the Engine
Compartment...................................................................... 15-6
General Maintenance ........................................................ 15-7
In the Engine Compartment............................................. 15-8
Maintenance - Inside the Vehicle ..................................15-15
Maintenance - Outside the Vehicle ...............................15-15
Battery.................................................................................15-16
Appearance Care and Protection.................................15-17
Air Conditioning System Maintenance.........................15-21
Vehicle Storage.................................................................15-21
Winter Care.......................................................................15-22
Bulb Replacement ............................................................15-23
Scheduled Maintenance..................................................15-24
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