TATA Motors Indigo User manual

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Tata Indigo & Indigo CS
TC / COMMON RAIL / MPFI
(BS-III & BS-IV)
OWNER’S MANUAL & SERVICE BOOK
Passenger Car Business Unit
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This owner’s manual is advised to be kept in the vehicle at all times.

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This owner's manual & service book includes information on the operation and maintenance of various
equipment installed on the different versions of Tata Indigo. Please note that this manual applies to all
the models and explains all equipment including options not installed on your car.
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nShould any question or query exist regarding any aspect of your car, please contact the nearest
TATA MOTORS dealer, who will be pleased to assist wherever possible.
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nThe recommended routine maintenance servicing along with any running repairs that may be
required, should be entrusted to TATA MOTORS dealership or to TATA Authorised Service
centres (TASCS) or TATAAuthorised Service Points (TASPS) to ensure that only latest methods
and genuine TATA MOTORS replacement parts are used for the continued reliability, safety and
performance of the vehicle.
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nCopyright 2004 TATA MOTORS
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nAll rights reserved. The material in this manual may not be reproduced or copied, in whole or in
part, in any form without written permission from TATA MOTORS.
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nIn the event of the Vehicle being sold, please ensure that this manual is left in the vehicle for the
reference of the new owner.

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Dear Indigo Customer,Dear Indigo Customer,
Dear Indigo Customer,Dear Indigo Customer,
Dear Indigo Customer,
Thank you for choosing the Tata Indigo Sedan - another quality offering from our
growing range of passenger cars.
We would request you to be acquainted with the details in this owner's manual, which
will enable you to derive optimum performance from your Indigo. We look forward
to having you as a satisfied customer and hope to have you retain us as your first choice
for any of your motoring needs.
We are privileged to have you as our customer.

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INTRODUCTION 3
TAKING CARE OF THE ENVIRONMENT 23
MAINTENANCE & CAR CARE 97
EMERGENCY SERVICE TIPS 130
IMPORTANT INFORMATION 141
Contents
VALUE ADDED SERVICE 13
STARTING & DRIVING 79
CUSTOMER SUPPORT NETWORK 161
BEFORE DRIVING 31
INFORMATION AT A GLANCE 27
24 X 7 ON ROAD ASSISTANCE 9
WARRANTY25

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THIS MANUAL
Safety symbol
In this manual, you will also see a circle with a slash. This
means "Do not", "Do not do this", or "Do not let this happen".
Safety and vehicle damage warnings
In this manual, you will see CAUTION and NOTICE
warnings.
CAUTION
This is a warning. May cause injury to people if the
warning 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. May cause damage to the vehicle or
its equipment if the warning is ignored. You are informed
what you must or must not do in order to avoid or reduce
the risk of damage to your vehicle and its equipment.
WARNING
Indicates a strong possibility of severe personal injury
or death if the instructions are not followed.

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR OWNERS
The information and specifications given in this book
are valid as on the date of printing. Tata Motors 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.

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Dear Customer,
It is our responsibility and our endeavour to ensure that you
have our complete service backup if ever, wherever and
whenever you need the same. When you have a road
network that spans 33.80 kms, the probability of a break-
down happening within hailing distance of a TATAMOTORS
Authorized Workshop is very low. It is Precisely for this
reason, we have tied up with MyTVS, who will provide break-
down assistance including towing to the nearest TATA
MOTORS Authorized Workshop through their Authorized
Service Providers (ASP)
The 24X7 On Road Assistance Program shall be automati-
cally available to your vehicle for the duration of Warranty
period. The program shall also be available for Extended
Warranty period if you avail the same at the time of buying
of your vehicle.
Response Time ** for the On Road Assistance Program
Within City Limits60 minutes
On State or National Highways 90 minutes
Ghat Roads and other places 120 minutes +/-
(The response time will depend on the location, terrain, traf-
fic density and the time of the day.)
Standard procedure when calling for On Road
Assistance in case of a breakdown :
•Dial the toll free help line number – 1 800 209 7979
•Identify your vehicle with the Vehicle chassis number that
is available in the Owners Service manual or on the
Helpline sticker on the dashboard, near the steering
wheel.
•Explain your exact location with landmarks and tell us
about the problem you face with the vehicle.
•Park your vehicle on the edge of the road, open the bon-
net and put on the hazard warning signal.
•Place the caution sign supplied with the vehicle approx.
3 m from the vehicle in the direction of on coming traffic.
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Coverage under the 24 X 7 On road Assistance Program
I. The 24x7 On Road Assistance Program Service
covers the following services on your vehicle during
warranty period.
•Wheel change through spare wheel.
•Arrangement of fuel. (Fuel cost will be chargeable at
actual cost)
•Re-opening the vehicle in cases of key lock out.
•Rectification of electrical problems related to battery,
fuses etc.
•On spot repairs for complaints repairable at site.^
•Car to car towing or winching & towing for non accident
cases up to a maximum of 15 kms to the nearest Tata
Motors authorized workshop. Towing charges at actual
cost beyond the same to be paid to the ASP in cash.
(Any ferry or toll charges levied in relation to the vehicle
being towed to be paid by the customers in actuals in
cash).
II. The 24x7 On Road Assistance Program coverage as
indicated above during the extended warranty period of
your vehicle is up to a maximum of 3 events for 18/12
months extended warranty period & 4 events for 30/24
months extended warranty period.
III. The 24x7 On Road Assistance Program as indicated
above covers Tata Motors Assured vehicles during the
extended warranty period up to a maximum of 3 events.
Exclusions
24x7 On Road Assistance Program does not apply to
•Cost of parts consumables and labour for such repairs
not covered under warranty*. These charges are to be
settled with ASP in cash.
•Toll or ferry charges paid by ASP in reaching to the break-
down site to be settled with ASP in actuals in cash.
•Cases involving accident, fire, theft, vandalism, riots, light-
ening, earthquake, windstorm, hail, tsunami, unusual
weather conditions, other acts of God, flood, etc.
•Vehicles that are unattended, un-registered, impounded
or abandoned.
•Breakdown/defects caused by misuse, abuse, negli-
gence, alterations or modifications made to the vehicle.
•Lack of maintenance as per the maintenance
schedule as detailed in the owner’s manual.
•Cases involving racing, rallies, vehicle testing or
practice for such events.
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Disclaimer
•The service is not available in the states of Arunachal
Pradesh, Assam (Except Guwahati City), Meghalaya,
Manipur, Mizoram, Nagaland, Sikkim, Tripura, J&K and
in Union Territories of Andaman & Nicobar Islands and
Lakshwadeep.
•**The reach time is indicative & the actual reach time will
be conveyed by the call centre at the time of breakdown
call.
•The reach time can vary depending on the traffic density
& time of the day.
•The reach time indicated does not account for delays
due to but not limited to acts of God, laws, rules & regu-
lations for time being in force, orders of statutory or Govt.
authorities, industrial disputes, inclement weather, heavy
down pour, floods, storms, natural calamities, road blocks
due to accidents, general strife and law & order condi-
tions viz. fire, arson, riots, strikes, terrorist attacks, war
etc.
•^On spot repairs at breakdown site shall depend on
nature of complaints & will be as per the discretion of the
ASP.
•*The decision for free of charge repairs will be as per the
warranty policy & procedures of TATAMOTORS LTD.
and as per the interpretation of the same by ASP. You
will be duly informed by the ASP & call centre for the
change applicable if any.
•All charges wherever applicable need to be settled di-
rectly with the ASP.
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EXCLUSION OF LIABILITIES :
•It is understood that TATAMOTORS shall be under
no liability whatsoever in respect of any loss or
damage arising directly or indirectly out of any delay
in or non delivery of, defect/deficiency in service/
parts provided by ASP.
•In case vehicle cannot be repaired on-site, custom-
ers are advised to use the towing facility for taking
their vehicle to the nearest TATA authorized work-
shop only. In no condition will the vehicle be towed
to any unauthorized workshop. TATA MOTORS will
not be responsible for any repairs carried out in such
unauthorized workshop.
•Customer are advised to take acknowledgment from
the ASP for the list of accessories/extra fittings and
other belongings in the vehicle as well as the
current condition related to dents/scratches break-
ages of parts/fitments of the vehicle at the time of
ASP taking possession of the vehicle & to verify these
items when delivery is taken back by them, Claim
for loss of or damage to items, if any should be taken
up with ASP directly. TATA MOTORS shall not be
responsible for any such claims, damages/loss or
any deficiency of service of the ASP.
•Vehicles will be handled, repaired & towed as per
the customer’s risk & TATA MOTORS shall not be
liable for any damages / claims as a result of the
same.
•Services entitled to the customers can be refused
or cancelled on account of abusive behaviour, fraudu-
lent representation, malicious intent and refusal to
pay the charges for any charges related services
and spare parts during service or on previous occa-
sion on part of the customer.
•On site repairs may be temporary in nature. The
completion of repairs does not certify the road
worthiness of the vehicle. The customer is advised
to ensure temporary repairs carried out onsite is fol-
lowed by permanent repairs at TATA MOTORS
Authorized Workshop at the earliest.
•Terms and conditions and service coverage,
exclusions etc. are subject to change without
notice.
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VALUE ADDED SERVICE
Dear Customer,
It is our never ending responsibility and endeavor to ensure that our customer’s expectations are fulfilled
comprehensively. To fulfill your vehicle service needs, we recommend the following :
1) Extended Warranty
2) Anti Rust / Sound Deadening / Engine waxing treatment
3) Iftex Fuel Additive : System D (For diesel) and System G (For Petrol)
4) Car detailing programming : Exterior Enrichment and Interior Enrichment Program
These products shall help maintain optimum vehicle performance and shall enhance vehicle life.
We have tied up with best in the Class companies, who would bring you the above world class products at
affordable prices. The above products are available with all our Dealers, TASCs and TASPs.
Our Dealer Service marketing executive shall explain to you the benefits of the above mentioned products.

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Tata Motors recommends the purchase of Extended Warranty,a product of M/s Global Administration Services and United India
Insurance.
Coverage : Mechanical + Electrical + Emission
Benifits :
lInsures you against unforeseen break down repair bills.
lDocumentation is simple and hassle free.
lNear cashless & speedy claim settlement.
Term :
l24 + 12 or 150000 kms whichever occurs first
l24 + 24 or 150000 kms whichever occurs first
l50000 kms + 100000 kms or 36 months whichever occurs first (For Taxis).
EMISSION WARRANTY : Emission warranty is limited to the period of the Extended Warranty or 80,000 kms whichever is earlier.
Extended Warranty available in the dealership from where you have purchased your vehicle. We strongly recommend purchase of
Extended Warranty at time of purchase of your vehicle. Surcharge applicable on purchase of Extended Warranty after 30 days of
purchase of vehicle. Extended Warranty can be availed till 421 days from date of purchase of vehicle. The Dealer Service
Marketing Executive shall explain to you the Terms and conditions, Coverage and Owner’s responsibility.
Extended Warranty Booklet & Cover Note :
The Extended Warranty booklet and cover note is the basis of the contract between United India Insurance Co. and the Owner of the
vehicle shown on the Extended Warranty Cover note. The Customer to retain this booklet and the same to be produced to the dealer
while claiming benefits under Extended Warranty.
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I / We have been explained the Terms and conditions, Coverage and Owner’s responsibility by the Dealer Service Marketing
Executive.
I wish to avail / Do not wish to avail extended warranty policy.
Customer’s Sign Dealer’s Sign
Note :
lThe 12 / 24 month extended warranty does not follow the 24 month Manufacturer's warranty.
lThe extended warranty comes into force once the manufacturer’s warranty expires e.g. after 24 Months.
lIt is more restrictive as by the time it comes into force the vehicle is already 24 months old.
What is covered ?
lMechanical / Emission / Electrical break down as defined in this warranty and confirmed by the dealer within the stipulated
terms and conditions.
lTata Motors dealer shall either repair or replace any part found to be defective with a new part or an equivalent at no cost to the
owner for parts or labour.
lSuch defective parts which have been replaced will become property of United India Insurance Company.
lComprehensive list of parts covered is mentioned in the page 9-12 of the Extended Warranty Booklet.
What is not covered ?
Pages 6 – 7 of the Extended Warranty Booklet provided details of the exclusion list.
Owner’s Responsibility :
lProper use, maintenance and care of the vehicle in accordance with the instructions contained in the Owner’s Manual and
Service Booklet. The records of the same to be ensured in Owner’s Manual.
lRetention of maintenance service bills.
lAlways produce extended warranty booklet while servicing & claim in a waaranty.
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VALUE ADDED SERVICE
IFTEX / BG / BARDAHL Fuel Additive :
Fuel Additive with multiple benefits
lFor diesel cars: Iftex System D lFor Petrol cars: Iftex System G
Benefits:
lCleans injector and fuel system.
lMaintains peak engine performance.
lSaves diesel / petrol and maintenance cost.
lReduces smoke and harmful emission.
lHelps Smooth running of the engine
lReduces deposit on intake manifold and combustion chamber.
lReduces deposit on injector tips.
Approved for use in TATAVEHICLES. NOT RECOMMENDED FOR ON QUADRAJET.
TREAT YOUR CAR TO EXPERIENCE, THE ULTIMATE PERFORMANCE
Directions of use :
la) For Iftex, Use every 7000 kms for System G Extra / System D Extra. b) For System D / System G -
Remove cap, squeeze lightly till dispenser fills to 10 ml mark. Add before filling up the tank. Use at the rate of 1 ml per
litre of fuel. For best results, regular use is recommended.
lFor BG, add one bottle to full fuel tank every 10000 kms. For Bardahl, add one bottle to full fuel tank every 3000 kms
I / We have been explained the Benefits of the Iftex Fuel additive by the Dealer Service Marketing Executive
I wish to buy / Do not wish to buy the Iftex Fuel Aditive
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VALUE ADDED SERVICE
Why are Corrosion Protection Waxes necessary?
Corrosion is caused by:
Water / salt water acid rain & atmospheric fallouts.
Critical areas are:
Cavities: joints, crevices, spot welds, underbody
lCorrosion is the most important factor when we talk about the vehicle life. If you treat your car you can prolong
the life.
lIt is very dangerous to drive around in a corroded car.
lThe corrosion creeps onto the car from the inside and from the outside. The most dangerous kind of corrosion is
often not discovered until it is too late.
Benefits of Anti -Rust treatment :
lAprofessionally applied range of world class products offering real value to the new and used car customer.
lThe treatment has been developed to withstand the harshest environmental and climatic conditions (rst.
Pollutants, stone and gravel impact, etc)
lInsulate cabin space from external noises.
lExpensive tin work and Denting / Painting avoided.
lHigher resale value for the car.
lHigher safety – uncorroded vehicle
lUpto 60 months warranty & 10 free checkups available

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VALUE ADDED SERVICE
Engine Wax Treatment :
Engine Wax is a beige coloured transparent lacquer coating on the engine compartment.
lCorrosion Prevention for the Engine compartment
lNeat, clean and New Look to Engine compartment
lNo effect on MPFI vehicles
lEngine wax can withstand upto 200 degrees temp
lNo need of cleaning the engine compartment with diesel once engine wax is sprayed
lLife of over a year
Sound Deadening System :
Door vibration deadeners - These pads when stuck on the insides of the sheet metal increase sheet metal rigidity, reduce
vibrations and increase riding comfort.
lUsed for reducing the sheet metal vibration in a vehicle.
lProduct to be used once in the life of the vehicle - Life Time Warranty
lEffect is Life long i.e. until & unless pads are physically removed.
lNegligible increase in Weight & hence no effect on fuel consumption.
lAreas covered - four doors, rear quarter panels & dicky. In case of diesel vehicles, can be used in the bonnet.
Tata Motors has tied up with M/s Wuerth , M/s STS Chemicals (Dinitrol), M/s 3M India Ltd & M/s Opulent (Waxoyl Brand)
for these world class treatment at affordable prices. These treatments are available in all authorized workshops. The Dealer
Service Marketing Executive will explain to you the benefits and terms and conditions of this treatment.
I / We have been explained the Benefits, Terms and conditions and the prices of these treatments by the Dealer Service Marketing
Executive
I wish to avail / Do not wish to avail these treatment
Customer Signature Dealer Signature