CUSTOMER INFORMATION
Pulsar 150/180 DTS-i
Service Station Manual
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Dealer Development Center
Akurdi Pune
Non-Use Maintenance
Non-use maintenance is necessary if a vehicle remains off road for a longer duration (more than 15 days**). The correct
and careful non-use maintenance carried out before storing the vehicle will prevent the vehicle from rusting and from
such other non-operational damages like fire hazards.
Clean the entire vehicle thoroughly.
Empty the fuel from the fuel tank and carburettor float bowl (if fuel is left in for a longer time, the fuel will break and
gummy substance could clog the carburettor).
Remove the spark plug and put several drops of 2T oil into the cylinder. Kick the engine over slowly a few times to
coat the cylinder wall with oil and install back the spark plug.
Set the vehicle on a box or a stand so that both the wheels are raised off the ground.
Spray oil on all unpainted metal surfaces to prevent rusting. Avoid getting oil on rubber parts or brake liners.
Lubricate the control cables.
Cover the entire vehicle neatly. Ensure that the storage area is well ventilated & free from any source of flames or
spark.
Fill 10% excess air pressure in both wheels.
** For Battery:
Remove battery and keep it on wooden plank, in properly ventilated area.
Before taking the vehicle for use.
Get the battery recharged from the Authorised Service Center / Battery Dealer.
Check and correct the electrolyte level and apply petroleum jelly on terminals.
Preparation for regular use after storage :
Clean the vehicle
Make sure the spark plug is tight.
Fill the fuel tank with fuel.
Change the engine oil.
Check all the points listed in the Daily Safety Checks section.
Check and inflate tyres to the proper tyre pressure.
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Educate customers' during vehicle delivery on following points.
Not to fit extra electrical accessories by cutting wiring harness. This will avoid short-circuiting & unnecessary load on
the battery.
Not to rectify wiring / electrical system related performance issues at local mechanic garages.
In case of main / wiring fuse blowing of problem, bring vehicle to authorized Bajaj dealer by starting engine with the
help of kick.
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Customer Education Points