What steps should you take before approaching AutoRickshaws repair shop
Proper maintenance is very important for trouble-free performance from your AutoRickshaw. A routine upkeep can save you time and money in the long run. Here are some general tips you can use to make sure you have a great ride.
Despite following the above maintenance tips, if your vehicle continues to give your problems, then we suggest you take it a reputed repair shop. But you can follow these simple checks, before approaching the repair shop.
In case of starting trouble
¤ Check fuel in fuel tank / fuel cock position / fuel tank cap vent hole
¤ Check fuel pipe for pinched / twisted
¤ Check and clean air filter element
¤ Check and clean spark plug and adjust electrode gap
¤ Check ignition switch / engine kill switch position
¤ Check fuel in fuel tank / fuel cock position / fuel tank cap vent hole
¤ Check fuel pipe for pinched / twisted
¤ Check and clean air filter element
¤ Check and clean spark plug and adjust electrode gap
In case of high fuel consumption
¤ Check for fuel leakage from fuel pipe, petrol tank cap, and petrol cock
¤ Check tyre pressure
¤ Check and clean air filter element
¤ Check and clean spark plug and adjust electrode gap
¤ Check whether brakes are dragging
What are the different
parts of AutoRickshaws that have to be lubricated regularly
It is important to lubricate your AutoRickshaw from time to time for a smooth and easy ride.
What parts of the AutoRickshaws vehicle should you lubricate?
¤ Rider seat pivot
¤ Control cables
¤ Brake lever, pedal and clutch lever
¤ Front suspension
¤ Speedo gear / pinion / cable
¤ Steering races
¤ Stand pivot
¤ Front wheel bearing
¤ Gear shifter assembly
¤ Brake actuating shaft
¤ Dive chain
How to clean AutoRickshaws:
Keeping your vehicle clean is crucial for long-term fitness and value of the vehicle. A clean auto-rickshaw is easier to maintain and less expensive to operate.
Take these few simple cleaning tips that'll help you clean your vehicle correctly:
¤ The AutoRickshaw vehicle should be washed using low-pressure water.
¤ Before cleaning the AutoRickshaw, you must make sure that the ignition switch unit, H.T. Coil and silencer are covered using plastic sheets.
¤ All painted surfaces should be washed only with water.
¤ Do not use any kind of detergent soap, alcohol or fuel on the painted surfaces as it damages the paint.
¤ Take care not to apply water directly on the electrical parts.
¤To clean the engine externally, you can brush it with kerosene and wipe it dry with a clean rag.
¤After washing, dry the vehicle and lubricate it.
Occasionally water may enter on the brake liners during washing which could lead to brake slippage. Make it a point to dry the liners by braking frequently till the brake starts working effectively.
After cleaning the AutoRickshaw vehicle you should:
¤ Replace or Top up engine/ Gear box oil
¤ Clean the air filter
¤ Clean the Spark plug, and set the electrode gap
¤ Overhaul the carburetor
¤ Adjust the control cable
¤ Tighten nuts, bolts and fasteners
¤ Clean and adjust front and rear brakes
¤ Check and adjust steering column play
¤ Check for proper functioning of lights, switches and horn
¤ Check battery electrolyte level and top up with distilled water
¤ Check and adjust drive chain tension
¤ Check and adjust spoke tightness / rim runout
¤ Check and clean inline fuel filter
