Team-BHP - The Tata Safari 2.2L Technical / Problems Thread

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Originally Posted by lodhra (Post 3171420)

I HAVE ANOTHER PHANTOM PROBLEM

t seems my luck after each service just runs out. First after the above problems were resolved some one hit my windshield with a playing marble and it got cracked :Frustrati

Now second problem which I would require urgent suggestion. During my last visit to TASS they had informed me of an loose connection in the ignition key system and informed me it is not a thing to worry only sometimes the headlights may not turn up or it may show service light . To fix it they may require to change the entire assemble which is not under warranty so do not do anything unless required

Now from yesterday I have a peculiar problem with central locking

1>When i turn the ignition the DOOR OPEN light does not turn off. This is a problem as when one parks the car and presses the LOCK button the car sets of the burglar alarm which is causing nuisance

2>The only way to stop this is to UNLOCK THE CAR, than MANUALLY PRESS THE door lock button on DRIVER SIDE and than close the door. This does not cause any problem

3>I may be going to TASS in few days to replace the windshield but i wanted some definitive inputs from you how to solve this problem

I have checked under the dashboard and there is no cut wiring to the doors. I have checked all other doors too.

Hello

I would like some suggestions on the central locking problem discussed above before I visit TASS , if something could be done on my own. I have learnt from these threads that the ECM for central locking is different and sometimes cleaning the connectors help. If it could be a DIY i would like to try. TASS will push for entire ignition assembly replacement which is not covered under warranty and I am not sure if they do very good job.
So please suggest as I anyways have to go for windshield replacement

Experts please help

Once the D04 version is flashed onto the ECU on BS4 models, you will very soon get an error P2018, which will not put the engine check light on at all, nor this error will show on the OBD scanners.

When you take your truck back to the TASS after a small run and again hook the ECU it will show you the error. Just clear that error off and you are good to go.

There is no description of the error, but i think its the swirl error.

Hello

In response to my door open light problem in the car

After much troubleshoot it seems water must have gone nto some door connector and the citcuit is not getting complete and showing door light open. My questions if anyone can help

1) is there a switch in each door which shows door open close command
2) i have tried spraying wd40 in each latch. Will do it again tomm and see if the door open light goes

Anyone having ideas how o fix this. I had called MINDA who are oem for central lock but they said that since car is locking unlocking well its not their problem. The TASS advisor on phone said if possible to spray wd40 in each latch and check else come over. Its raining very heavy here so i would like your opinions about how to fix this door open light .

Just wanted to add to the above

The interior light switch when set to door earlier was not functioning when this happened. I pulled out the diagnostic follow me home fuse and reinstated and the light came on, but it does not go off when the door is closed. I have read somewhere that this switch tells the instrument cluster of Door ajar sign. This is seen with all the three lights of front middle and rear

I have tried putting wd 40 in all door latch. One more thing is before this door ajar thing happened i tested my fog lamp buttons . Now with this error the rear fog lamp button is not working. I pulled out its fuse from under the hood but could not make out a thing. Since its 5A i would replace and see if it works again tomm.

I am just trying my best to figure out what the issue could be so I can be somewhat knowledgable when i go to TASS

so can anyone help me out with this. I have tried reading all threads here and also on the net, but none give any explanation of how to troubleshoot the DOOR AJAR light problem in safari.

Any help appreciated.

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Originally Posted by bj96 (Post 3169073)

Looks like turbo oil return line. Part costs about 450/- and labour about 300/- at TASS. New pipe they fit has a better design. Mine had that leak too. It was slow 1 or 2 drops overnight after driving.

-BJ

Below is the update on the issue I mentioned earlier. TASS diagnosed that the oil leak is exactly due to what you mentioned (turbo oil return line). However, instead of replacing the part they fixed it with some glue and the issue returned soon after the service. So, my friend returned the vehicle back to TASS; hopefully they replace the part this time.

For the issue of errant speedo meter/ service light TASS initially said they could not find anything. However, when insisted after returning the vehicle, now they found that the 'speedo meter gear' has cracks and needs replacement. The part costs 4k approx., so my friend wants to know from experts if this is a correct diagnosis. Also the part is not available with TASS right now, so we are talking about delays as well. Has anyone come across this part failure? If yes please share the cost of repair/ time taken for replacement as well. Any input will be useful in getting this ongoing issue fixed.

Thanks,
Sunil.

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Originally Posted by sunil_k_u (Post 3173474)

For the issue of errant speedo meter/ service light TASS initially said they could not find anything. However, when insisted after returning the vehicle, now they found that the 'speedo meter gear' has cracks and needs replacement.

Thanks,
Sunil.

That's probably the worm gear. It can lead to flickering speedo needle, but there can be other factors too. The price looks quite steep at 4k for just the gear! Is is the price for the speedo meter or complete speedo console?

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Originally Posted by lodhra (Post 3173109)

It seems like an electrical problem to me, but you can also check if all the latches are closing properly after you press the lock button on the remote, just take a peek inside from the opoosite window to check if they are closed properly, if they are half closed or pop out, it could be a problem, also check for rear door.

Hello dadu

Thank you so much. I have checked everything, sprayed wd40. The door light does not go off when doors are closed. Also the 10 sec auto lock function after one starts teh car sets in but the door lock just flicker they do not close.

What i have understood is there is some loose connection in the ignition key. Sometimes when i press the key inside hard the door ajar light flickers and goes away. I will show this to tass. They had last time during my service told me there is loose contact in the ignition assembly and it cannot be repaired. One needs to replace the entire assembly which is not under warranty. This defect was from when i bought the car but it came to notice after warranty period.
They told me that occasionally the headlight may not turn up or i may get MIL light but it will go no need to worry

Its just so frustrating o know this small niggles. I will go to TASS as i have to replace my windshield.

Is there something more i should look into

One more thing, since this has happened, the diesel flap button and rear fog lamp does not operate.

So any suggestions from your side and i will tell tass people to double check on those lines.

I go to forest and many times keep my car unattended hence i do not want to go without an immobilizer .

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Originally Posted by lodhra (Post 3174107)

... ignition assembly and it cannot be repaired. One needs to replace the entire assembly which is not under warranty. This defect was from when i bought the car but it came to notice after warranty period.
They told me that occasionally the headlight may not turn up or i may get MIL light but it will go no need to worry
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I think it is dangerous to drive in this condition (what if headlight goes off suddenly and you are driving in rain/dark?), it may also cause spark/fire etc. Better to get it attended. Don't ignore. If your car is out of warranty, go to outside auto electrician and get it checked in front of you. If the assembly really needs to be changed, get it changed at TASS (again in front of you).

If this is just an issue with door switch/latch (which I doubt, the way you are describing) it can be cleaned/fixed. I had posted a link somewhere in this thread, on how to do it. It is DIY- if you know how to take out door panels.

-BJ

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Originally Posted by saket77 (Post 3173833)

Thanks Saket for the pointer. My friend got his vehicle back with replaced speedo meter gear, speedo meter sensor and one more part which I could not quite catch over the phone when he told me. Anyways, I have asked him to send me a scanned copy of the service bill. I shall upload it here for the benefit of others who get in to similar issues (I sincerely hope no one gets, actuallylol:)

The issue looks to be fixed as of now. Though we had to do follow-ups, use the 'complaint button' on Tata Motors website etc for the delay in getting the parts, the car is finally back. My friend agreed to keep me posted on the issue as well.

Suddenly, the instrument cluster went dead today, there are no lights (brake, check engine, etc..) neither on switching ON ignition nor on switching ON tha car. I mean no lights, no Kms reading, The ODOmeter is blank, the RPM meter is not working, the speedometer is not running. Although the car starts fine. It happened an hour back, now I am back at home. What might be the problem?

PS: I checked all the fuses inside fuse box near steering, all of them are fine. The only light that works is the High beam light.

Meanwhile, yesterday the silencer pipe got broken from the engine end, and the truck is making meaty TRUCK noise now!:D I love it, the groan!

Folks where can I find the cotton tape sort used to secure/ insulate wires in engine bay and what is the correct name for this ?

I opened engine bay after service and saw an exposed wire coming out of rubber casing. The cotton tape is unwound and the casing is also brittle but I tucked the wire in it for protection. Is it OK to use PVC electrical insulation tape in engine bay ( Steelgrip ) ?

One more question what is the Diesel filter change interval , In my booklet it is given 30K but remember reading somewhere that it was changed to 15K.

Diesel filter is changed by A.S.S but I am thinking of keeping the interval to 30K from now on.

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Originally Posted by amitk26 (Post 3185520)

One more question what is the Diesel filter change interval , In my booklet it is given 30K but remember reading somewhere that it was changed to 15K.

Diesel filter is changed by A.S.S but I am thinking of keeping the interval to 30K from now on.

You can use the Steelgrip tape safely. (Make sure you don't get the duplicate one, or Get an Anchor ELECTRICAL Tape).

I change the diesel filter only at 30K kms and the car has run 1.3L kms, I am more worried about the sedimentor it has tobe changed at 1L kms which I have not! This heck thing costs 4.5K at TASC.:Frustrati

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Originally Posted by mercedised (Post 3185080)

Use a test bulb or a VOM to see if the fuse cluster near the steering has 12 V coming in. Check the fuses in the Engine compartment as well. It may feed the instrument clusters as well the lights inside.

Attend to the silencer pipe ASAP or you will be breathing the exhaust fumes. My earlier TCIC developed a crack in the exhaust pipe in the engine bay and I could sense the fumes. In DICOR, you may not even sense the fumes. Drive with the windows lowered until you attend to this issue.