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10-9
• 4-Low (4L) is recommended for soft and boggy conditions, while 4-High (4H) may
be used in places where speed may be required. For example – Sand
• Always use 4L to descend steep slopes to take maximum advantage of engine
braking
• After shifting to 2-Wheel Drive, make it a practice to unlock the auto-hubs by
reversing a few metres to reduce wear and tear on the front axle
• While ascending or descending hills, always be parallel to the slope to ensure
maximum stability of the vehicle.
Don’ts:
• Avoid taking the engine to the redline (maximum rpm). It’s not only inefficient but it
also means you’re not getting the maximum power from the engine
• Never half-clutch in off-road. Make it a practice to use it only to change gears. This
will prolong clutch life and is also safer in off-road situations as you can utilise
maximum engine braking
• Do not drive with 4-Wheel Drive engaged (4H, 4L) on the road to avoid damage to
the gearbox. The Thar is a part-time 4WD and is not meant to be driven in 4WD
on the road
• Take care of your auto-lock hubs by avoiding landing after jumps with power
applied
• Do not press the clutch while descending steep hills as you may lose control of
the vehicle. Always descend in-gear
• Do not shift between 4H-4L-4H while vehicle is in motion. Always stop the vehicle
and then shift the transfer case lever.
10.8 Fuel
Use commercially available vehicular Ultra-low Sulfur Highway Diesel that meets the
BIS standard (IS 1460; 2010 BS IV / BS III specification or equivalent).
Do not fill the fuel tank or mix the fuel with gasoline, alcohol based fuels,
kerosene, etc. This will damage the engine, fuel and exhaust system
components.
If you have accidentally filled the fuel tank with incorrect or non-approved fuel,
do not start the vehicle. Contact an Authorized Mahindra Dealer to have the
fuel system drained completely.
It is recommended maintaining a minimum of 10 liters of fuel in the fuel tank. Driving
the vehicle till the fuel tank is empty is not recommended. Always have sufficient fuel
in the tank. Check the fuel level prior to starting your journey.
Never carry fuel in separate containers in the vehicle, it is dangerous and may
lead to inadvertent fuel leak or spillage.
Fuel is filled in the fuel tank through the filler neck provided on the right side of the
vehicle. Unlock the fuel lid using the key, turn the fuel cap counter-clockwise to open.
Refuel and put the cap back in its place and tighten in the clockwise direction till you
hear distinct clicks. Lock the fuel lid before driving away.
STARTING AND DRIVING THE VEHICLE
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