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Keep the engine running at idle
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Engage the parking brake
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Switch off the air conditioner
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Wait till the engine coolant temperature drops sufficiently such that the needle in the temperature gauge is around
halfway between C and H
Now switch the engine OFF and carefully open the bonnet/hood to visibly inspect the engine cooling system parts.
Be cautious while doing an inspection as vehicle parts will still be too hot. Verify that the engine coolant level in the
coolant recovery tank is maintained between the 'Min' and 'Max' mark. Check for possible fluid leakages. Check for
damages to heat exchangers and connecting hoses. Also verify that the radiator shrouds, engine fan blades and the
engine belt all are in good condition.
If any evidence of failure is observed, contact the nearest Authorized Mahindra Dealer for help. In case, no system
leakage/ failure is suspected, driving can be continued.
Either due to severe operating conditions or due to any system leakages or failures, the engine can get overheated.
However if the engine is getting overheated repeatedly, even in normal operating conditions, get the vehicle checked
by an Authorized Mahindra Dealer as soon as possible.
Refer to the 'High Engine Coolant Temperature' section under the 'Features and Control' chapter for details.
If the high engine coolant temperature warning is ignored, the engine shuts OFF abruptly to safeguard engine
components from overheating and consequent failure. Abrupt engine shut-off can lead to uncontrollable driving
condition and accidents.
Stay clear of hot and rotating vehicle parts while visually inspecting the vehicle. The coolant inside the cooling
system is under high pressure and temperature. Never open the pressure cap of the degassing tank when the
engine is hot. Not taking precautions may lead to serious injury to your skin/eyes.
For optimum performance of the cooling system you must maintain the required coolant level and use only
recommended engine coolant.
12.4 Jump Starting
If your vehicle's battery has run down, you may be able to start the engine by using a standalone booster battery or a
vehicle with a good condition battery.
But before going ahead with this procedure ensure that the battery is the cause of vehicle not starting. To confirm
this, few simple tests can be conducted as follows;;
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Check the headlights - Are they dim or bright? If they are dim, it's likely your battery is dead. If your headlights are
bright, you do not have a dead battery and a jump start may not help
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Try to start your vehicle -Does it turn over very slowly, or does it crank quickly? If it cranks quickly, you do not have
a dead battery and a jump start may not help. If it cranks slowly, or not at all, you probably have a dead battery
Open the bonnet and locate the battery (near the left side fender). Identify the positive and negative terminals.
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The positive terminal will be marked with a plus sign (+) and will usually have a RED cable attached on it.
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The negative terminal will be marked with a minus sign (-) and will usually have a BLACK cable attached to it
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