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How would I
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There is a different
rusting pattern for a battery electrolyte spill and a different
rusting pattern for a water spill. It will take an expert to gauge
the kind of leak and spot the reasons for it. Hence we advise you
to kindly contact the nearest Maruti Authorized Dealer or Service
Station and follow their advice. |
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Drops of water come out of the
exhaust pipe. Is it OK or abnormal? |
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It is normal, depending on humidity
in the atmosphere. However, we suggest you get CO-HC checked as
part of routine check up. |
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When should I get the engine
overhaul done? |
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The engine overhauling depends on
the health of the engine. |
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You may need an engine overhaul
when you see one or more of the following indications- |
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Excessive engine oil consumption |
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Engine bearing noise |
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Piston slap noise |
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Excessive fuel consumption |
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Except engine oil consumption other
parameters given above are difficult to monitor by the customers
and it is best you consult the service manager at the Maruti Authorised
workshop. There are other parameters to be checked too, such as
engine compression pressure, engine vacuum etc. |
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But most of the time, engine oil
consumption provides a very good reference to the health of the
engine and once you have problem with that, do not delay sending
your car for assessment and appropriate service. It is best to contact
one of our dealers to get the vehicle checked for engine health.
You have to mention the amount of topping up required over a distance
of 5000 kms or 10,000 kms for them to judge the extent of tests
they should carry out. |
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What should I do when the car
overheats? |
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If the High Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light (if
equipped) on instrument panel comes ON or the Temperature Gauge
needle (if equipped) on instrument panel reaches near "H" mark
then: |
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When you car overheats, do the
following : |
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Turn off the
air conditioner, if equipped. |
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Take the
vehicle to a safe place and park. |
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Let the
engine run at normal idle speed for a few minutes until |
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the high engine coolant
temperature light goes OFF. (OR) |
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the indicator returns to
the normal range, between the H and the C mark. |
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If you see or hear steam
escaping from under the bonnet, immediately park the vehicle
in a safe place |
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and switch off the engine
immediately. Do not open the bonnet till hissing sound or
steam emission has stopped. |
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Once the steam is no longer
heard or visible, open the bonnet and check the water pump
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slippage or damage |
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Check the coolant level
in the reservoir. If it is below the low mark, check for
leakage from the hose, |
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water pump or radiator.
If any leaks are located, do not start the engine till the
time the leakage has been rectified |
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If you do not find any leakage
then slowly add coolant to the reservoir. Never add coolant
to the radiator. |
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It is dangerous to remove
the radiator cap when the temperature is high. It may cause
serious burn injuries. |
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Consult your authorised
service workshop for further advice. |
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When do I need to get wheel
balancing done? |
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For Indian road conditions, wheel
balancing becomes necessary whenever the wheel suffers a puncture
and also as per the mileage recommended in the periodic maintenance
schedule in the Owners' Manual. |
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