Tata Indica - List Of Problems - Page 3 - Team-BHP

panky12345 · 26th November 2007, 14:19

Thanks everyone for the replies!

Tanveer: The Belt screaming is normally in the mornings or after long "rest" times only. However, I get a feeling that a tic-tic sound from the belt is persistent. I went to a local guy who greased the belt. It stays Ok for couple of hours and then the same problem.

Also, there is a LOT of smoke in the morning when I start.

kkr2k2 · 26th November 2007, 14:26

hmmm. . .
prior to change the heater plugs, to go to the mechanic i started the car by pushing. i did not face any problem that way.

tsk1979 · 26th November 2007, 14:31

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Originally Posted by panky12345

Thanks everyone for the replies!

Tanveer: The Belt screaming is normally in the mornings or after long "rest" times only. However, I get a feeling that a tic-tic sound from the belt is persistent. I went to a local guy who greased the belt. It stays Ok for couple of hours and then the same problem.

Also, there is a LOT of smoke in the morning when I start.

The lot of smoke issue is because you get a delayed start and first you are spewing out partially burnt fuel.
As for greasing the belt, I suggest you stay away from the local guy. Greasing the belt will take care of screeching sound but will make your belt slip even more!
Belt slipping will not cause a tic tic sound, unless the belt is frayed.

panky12345 · 26th November 2007, 16:15

I think I'll go in for changing the belt and glow plugs. Any idea what the belt is called? Also, any good brands for belt and glow plugs?

tsk1979 · 26th November 2007, 16:19

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Originally Posted by panky12345

I think I'll go in for changing the belt and glow plugs. Any idea what the belt is called? Also, any good brands for belt and glow plugs?

Change belt only if its damaged.
Normally the belt lasts around 40K kms. When was the last time the belt was changed in your case?
For Glow plugs, try to source MICO-Bosch plugs. The Behru ones which TASC puts in have never lasted me beyond 25K kms.

panky12345 · 26th November 2007, 16:22

i dont think belt has been changed ever in 1 Lac kms, glow plug was once changed around 50K

adityamunshi · 26th November 2007, 16:31

I had the same problem with the belt screeching in the morning, got it changed and it hasnt improved by much.

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Originally Posted by panky12345

I think I'll go in for changing the belt and glow plugs. Any idea what the belt is called? Also, any good brands for belt and glow plugs?

adityamunshi · 26th November 2007, 16:37

I have a problem with the right rear window. It rattles everytime I hit a pothole. I've even had it fixed twice but the problem resurfaces after a few months and is really irritating.

What would be a good place to have this fixed ? Or is it possible to do it myself ?

panky12345 · 26th November 2007, 16:48

go to a denter in your area, he'll fix the machine. should charge you close to 80-100 rs.

Zappo · 26th November 2007, 17:05

Behru?!! Lol... I think you guys are referring to Behr India. I do not know the make of the glow plugs but otherwise Tata sources a lot many components from them.

Behr is a german multinational and is a OEM for world reknowned brands. Behr's India venture also exports to the Behr's international clientele. In India they also supply to Volvo, MAN and many other such reputed names.

So Behr is certainly no pushover... At least not enough to be called Behru

tsk1979 · 26th November 2007, 18:08

Its not Behr, some company with similar sounding name. Behr does not make Glow plugs I think

anupmathur · 26th November 2007, 19:07

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Originally Posted by adityamunshi

I had the same problem with the belt screeching in the morning, got it changed and it hasnt improved by much.

Maybe the sound is coming from a bearing that is running dry. Do have it investigated before it strands you somewhere.

tsk1979 · 26th November 2007, 21:01

Bearings make a humming noise.
Alternator bearing is lubricated by engine oil, so if it runs dry your engine will seize first.
As for other problematic bearings, apart from the wheel ones, its the Subros compressor bearing. When that goes overhaul costs 7500rs and it works for just 20-30K kms atmost.
Its better to get a new compressor which costs 9.5K in the open market
As for belt noise(AC, PS, Alternator have a common belt) do not get it fully tightened. It will take care of noise completely but kill the alternator bearing.

anupmathur · 27th November 2007, 07:34

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Originally Posted by tsk1979

Alternator bearing is lubricated by engine oil,

Is that how it is in the Indica?

tsk1979 · 27th November 2007, 08:19

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Originally Posted by anupmathur

Is that how it is in the Indica?

yes, thats how it is. Infact when alternator is opened, some engine oil falls to the ground

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panky12345 Senior - BHPian Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: New Delhi Posts: 1,534 Infractions: 0/1 (4)	Thanks everyone for the replies! Tanveer: The Belt screaming is normally in the mornings or after long "rest" times only. However, I get a feeling that a tic-tic sound from the belt is persistent. I went to a local guy who greased the belt. It stays Ok for couple of hours and then the same problem. Also, there is a LOT of smoke in the morning when I start. __________________ SINGH IS KINNNNNNNG..

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panky12345 Senior - BHPian Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: New Delhi Posts: 1,534 Infractions: 0/1 (4)	I think I'll go in for changing the belt and glow plugs. Any idea what the belt is called? Also, any good brands for belt and glow plugs? __________________ SINGH IS KINNNNNNNG..

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panky12345 Senior - BHPian Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: New Delhi Posts: 1,534 Infractions: 0/1 (4)	i dont think belt has been changed ever in 1 Lac kms, glow plug was once changed around 50K __________________ SINGH IS KINNNNNNNG..

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adityamunshi BHPian Join Date: May 2007 Location: Baroda Posts: 477	I have a problem with the right rear window. It rattles everytime I hit a pothole. I've even had it fixed twice but the problem resurfaces after a few months and is really irritating. What would be a good place to have this fixed ? Or is it possible to do it myself ? __________________ And Michael Schumacher is actually in a very good position to win the race. He is in last place. - Murray Walker

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panky12345 Senior - BHPian Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: New Delhi Posts: 1,534 Infractions: 0/1 (4)	go to a denter in your area, he'll fix the machine. should charge you close to 80-100 rs. __________________ SINGH IS KINNNNNNNG..

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Zappo Team-BHP Support Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Hyderabad Posts: 3,180	Behru?!! Lol... I think you guys are referring to Behr India. I do not know the make of the glow plugs but otherwise Tata sources a lot many components from them. Behr is a german multinational and is a OEM for world reknowned brands. Behr's India venture also exports to the Behr's international clientele. In India they also supply to Volvo, MAN and many other such reputed names. So Behr is certainly no pushover... At least not enough to be called Behru __________________ Announcements are important. Read the Advertising Announcement here. Classifieds section has its rules. Read here.

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tsk1979 Team-BHP Support Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Noida, New Delhi Posts: 8,793 View My Garage	Its not Behr, some company with similar sounding name. Behr does not make Glow plugs I think __________________ Reclaiming.....!

26th November 2007, 21:01	#43 (permalink)
tsk1979 Team-BHP Support Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Noida, New Delhi Posts: 8,793 View My Garage	Bearings make a humming noise. Alternator bearing is lubricated by engine oil, so if it runs dry your engine will seize first. As for other problematic bearings, apart from the wheel ones, its the Subros compressor bearing. When that goes overhaul costs 7500rs and it works for just 20-30K kms atmost. Its better to get a new compressor which costs 9.5K in the open market As for belt noise(AC, PS, Alternator have a common belt) do not get it fully tightened. It will take care of noise completely but kill the alternator bearing. __________________ Reclaiming.....!

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