CUSTOMER

POCKETBOOK
Find Your Driving Momentum – Find Your Freedom
NOTE FOR READERS

We l c o m e to M a r u t i S u z u k i
Driving School

This pocketbook has been curated to

accompany you wherever and
whenever you drive. It will stay like a
guiding friend and make your driving
experience more enabling and
enjoyable. Each time you feel
confused or stuck, refer to the
pocketbook for a ready reference.

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 1. Go o d D ri ve r 05

CONT ENTS 2.
3.
D i s tra c te d D ri vi ng
D r unk D r i vi ng
06
07
4. D e fe nsi ve D r i vi ng 08
5. Se at B e l t 09
6 C arr y Es s e nt i a l s 10
7. Pe nal ti e s und er C M V R 11
8. St ay C o mp l i a nt 12
9. Go o d Sa mari t a n L aw 13
10. B S6 Emi s s i o n No r ms 14
11. Ge t Li c e ns e d 15
12. I ns ura nc e C h ro ni c l e 16
13. Pe d es tr i a n F i rst 17
14. L o o k Ac c e ss and D r i ve 18
15. D o's a nd D o n’ ts o n th e R o ad 19
16. R o a d Si g ns - M and ato r y 20
17. R o a d Si g ns - C auti o na r y 22
18. R o a d Si g ns - I nf o rmato r y 24
19. R o a d M a rk i ng s 25
20. Tra f f i c Si g na l s 26
21. P re - D ri vi ng P re p a rati o ns 27
22. Sto p p i ng D i s t anc e 28
23. C i t y D ri vi ng 29
24. Hi g h w ay D ri vi ng 30

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 25. D r i v i ng i n Ex tre m e We a t h e r Con dition s 31

CONTENTS 26. D r i v i ng i n R a i ns
27. D r i v i ng i n F l o o d s
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33
28. D r i v i ng i n Sno w 34
29. D r i v i ng i n Fo g 35
30. D r i v i ng o n H i l l s a nd M o unta i n s 36
31. N i gh t D r i v i ng 37
32. D r i v i ng Fo r M i l e a ge 38
33. Ve h i c l e C a re 39
34. Kno w th e Tyre 40
35. Pe t ro l o r D i e se l ? 41
36. C a use s o f Ac c i d e nt s 42
37. Preve nti o n o f Ac c i d e nts 43
38. Ac t i ve a nd Pa ssi ve Sa fe ty Sys tem 44
39. Ste ps to be Ta ke n i n C a se o f Ac c i den t 45
40. Em e rgenc y N um be rs 46
41. F i r st Ai d 47
42. C PR ( C a rd i o pul m o na r y R e sus c ita ti on ) 48
43. Em e rgenc y H a nd l i ng - W i nd s hi el d C ra c k 49
44. Em e rgenc y H a nd l i ng - C a r F i re 50
45. Em e rgenc y H a nd l i ng - Tyre Bl ow- ou t 51
46. H o w to C h a nge a Tyre ? 52
47. Sm a r t C N G 53
48. R o a d Sa fe ty Pl e d ge 54

04 49. Anne x ure 1 - C o urse D e ta i l s 56

 1 As a GOOD DRIVER

T R A IN you r s el f i n
a n a ut ho r i zed
dr i vi ng sc ho o l a n d
u n d er a n a u t h or i zed
d r i v i n g t ra i n er

TA KE C OMP LE T E Keep t h e veh i c l e

RES P ON S IBILT Y CLEA N, HYG IENIC,
f o r yo u r acti o n s A ND WELL
S ERVICED

STAY PAT IENT i n PR ACT ICE to

all s i tu ati o n s o n p er fec t t h e d r i v i n g
th e ro ad skill

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05
 2 Avoid distractions while
driving

4
1 Rely on voice assistance
for navigation
10
Put the mobile on silent
mode or switch it off Avoid looking out

5
of the window

3 Keep the dashboard and

8
Plan the route on Never eat or groom
driving area clear while driving
GPS before moving

2
Pre-set the climate and
radio controls 6 7 9
Buckle everyone in Avoid conversations Never drive under the
the car, including the with passengers influence of medication
children or when you feel fatigued

Happy Driving TIP - Distracted driving makes a driver 50-60 times more vulnerable to accidents.
06 Stay aware, stay undistracted.
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 3 Drunk driving is a world
menace

Drinking impairs your driving
vision and reduces your ability
to anticipate the road environment.
A single standard drink can raise
the BAC (blood alcohol content)
level to 0.05%. The legal limit is
0.03% while driving, above which
the driver is penalized.
Imprisonment up to 6 months
and/or fine up to Rs.10,000 for first
offence and imprisonment up to 2
years and/or fine up to Rs.15,000 for
second offence.

Happy Driving TIP - Never drink and drive.

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 4 Practice Defensive Driving

Hit the road with Anticipate your Keep a safe 2-second Control your emotions
preparation – Perform surroundings of the distance from the and avoid expressing
the pre-driving checks, potential hazards and vehicle in front anger while driving
prepare one-self, and drive accordingly
carry the essentials

1 2 3 4 5 6 7
Leave early to avoid Avoid Distractions Take a shoulder check
rush and anxiety while driving to
understand your blind
spots

Happy Driving TIP - Road Rage can be prevented if drivers stay calm, patient, & alert on road, and
08 practice DEFENSIVE DRIVING.
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 5 Your Seat Belt, Your
Saviour

Wearing a seat belt can reduce injuries

during an accident by 50% for the driver
and 75% for the passengers.
(Source - WHO)

Seat belts have pre-tensioners that

hold the occupants in the seat during
an impact and the force limiters protect
from seatbelt-inflicted injuries.

WEAR A SEATBELT and drive.

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 6 Carry the Essentials

Document kit and Emergency Always carry your Driver’s Licence, Keep your emergency kit replenished
kit are your carry essentials Registration Certificate, Insurance with spares, tool kit, and first aid
while driving. Certificate, and PUC Certificate in supplies.
your document kit.

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 175 Penalties under
Penalties underCMV
CMVR

call for
Indiscipline on the road or disobeying the rules of the road call, for aa penalty.
penalty. Some
Some of
of them
them are
are mentioned
mentioned here.
here.

Rash Driving-
Imprisonment of Using Mobile
6 months to phone while
Road Rule driving-
1 year and/or
Violation- No seat-belt- fine of upto
fine of Rs.1,000
Rs. 500- Rs. 1,000 Rs. 5,000 or upto
to Rs. 5,000 for
Rs. 1,000 Accident related one year
first offence and
offense- imprisonment or
imprisonment
Imprisonment of Right of Way both.
up to 2 years
Over-speeding up to 6 months violation-
and/or fine up
-Rs. 1,000 and/or fine up to Rs.10,000 and/or
to Rs.10,000 for
to Rs. 2,000 Rs. 5,000 for first Imprisonment
second offence.
offence and impri- upto 6 months
sonment up to 1
year and/or fine
upto Rs.10,000 for
second offence

*Penalties may differ from state to state

Happy Driving TIP: Traffic signals are there for a reason. Obey them.
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 185 Stay
Penalties
Compliant
under CMV
Intelligent
and

Indiscipline on the road or disobeying the rules of the road call for a penalty. Some of them are mentioned here.

Always maintain:
• Valid documents in your document kit

• The vehicle registration marks, like high

security number plates and fuel stickers
as mandated

• Vehicle specifications, like horn sound, tyre height,

and lamp illumination power

• Vehicle’s shape, size, and colour, without fiddling

with its originality

Happy Driving TIP

TIP:-Traffic
Avoid signals
adding unauthorized
are there for aaccessories
reason. Obeywhich
them.could make the vehicle unsafe for drivers
12 as well as the co-road users.
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 Protection of a
195 Penalties under CMV
GOOD SAMARITAN is
now guaranteed by law

Indiscipline on the road or disobeying the rules of the road call for a penalty. Some of them are mentioned here.

Protection from police

harassment. No detention
at a hospital

GOOD
SAMARITAN
No civil or No liability to
legal liability medical bills

No compulsion to
disclose the identity

Happy Driving TIP

TIP:-Traffic
STOP signals
to help the
are there
victim.
forWe’ve
a reason.
got the
Obey
law,
them.
let’s have an intent too.
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 5
10 Penalties
BS6 Emission
underNorms
CMV

Bharat Stage
Indiscipline onNorms (BSorNorms)
the road are the
disobeying the assigned emission
rules of the norms,
road call which set
for a penalty. the maximum
Some allowable
of them are levels
mentioned of
here.
pollutant releases from a motor vehicle engine exhaust.

BS6
1 2
Made on-board
Reduced Sulphur diagnostics
emission by 5 % mandatory for
vehicles

2
NO2 Brought down
Nitrogen Oxide
by 25%

Happy Driving TIP

TIP:-Traffic
With the
signals
implementation
are there forofa BS6,
reason.
India’s
Obeyemission
them. norms has become equivalent to those of
14 developed countries.
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5 Penalties
Get under CMV
Licensed

Indiscipline on the road or disobeying the rules of the road call for a penalty. Some of them are mentioned here.
Obtain a learner's license before
L learning to drive

Individuals with a learner license

can drive only under the supervision
of a certified instructor or a permanent
license holder

For all kinds of license services, The permanent license can be

visit parivahan.gov.in Or Connect applied after 30 days and within 6
with Maruti Suzuki License months of obtaining a learner’s
license
Assistance Service at
Maruti Suzuki Driving School
Keep the age limit and class
of vehicle into consideration
while applying for a license

Get the license renewed

before expiry
Happy Driving TIP: Traffic signals are there for a reason. Obey them.
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12 Insurance
Penalties under
Chronicle
CMV

Indiscipline on the road or disobeying the rules of the road call for a penalty. Some of them are mentioned here.

Maintaining a Liability Only policy Comprehensive Sum Insured is IDV is fixed on Renew
valid insurance covers bodily injury policy covers loss fixed at the the basis of the policy
policy is mandatory and/or death, property or damage to commencement manufacturer's before expiry.
for all vehicles damage to the third the vehicle insured of each policy listed selling
plying on Indian party, and also in addition to period and known price, adjusted
roads. provides personal the Liability as Insured for depreciation,
accident cover to Only policy. Declared Value defined under
the occupants. (IDV). the Indian
Motor Tariff.

Happy Driving TIP

TIP:-Traffic
You cansignals
visit the
are marutiinsurance.com
there for a reason. Obey
forthem.
more information and great savings on motor
16 insurance policies.
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 13 Watch for Pedestrians

• Keep a respectful attitude for pedestrian safety.

• Follow the Pedestrian First approach, for they have a right of way on the road.
• Stay extra watchful in crowded streets or residential areas.
• Be aware of the children on or near the road.

• Make an eye-contact with the pedestrian and pass.

• Check the ORVM before opening your door.
• Be aware of pedestrians at night, for you may miss to notice them in the dark.
• Stay within speed limits.
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 14 LOOK, ACCESS and DRIVE

LOOK comprehensively,
to get an idea of other
motorists, pedestrians,
cyclists, road infrastructure,
and the general outside
environment.

ASSESS the risk and

hazards of what you see.

DRIVE carefully to
minimize the
risk anticipated and
ensure safety.

About 90% of the information we use while driving,

like the position of the vehicle, speed, manoeuvring,
or anticipating hazards, is gathered by our vision.

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 15 Do’s and Don’ts on
the ROAD

Do’s
• Keep to the left of the road.
• When intended to turn, move to the lane nearest
to the entering lane.
• Overtake from the right.
• Drive at a safe speed, well within the speed limits
• Allow the right of way to the emergency vehicles,
Dont’s
pedestrians & cyclists.
• Don’t park on bridges, expressways,
• Use the indicators before making a new move
no-parking zones, near the entrances
on the road, like changing lanes or making a turn.
or exits, footpaths, or at the empty
• Follow the Mirror-Signal- Manoeuvre (MSM)
spaces on the road.
while changing lanes and
• Never honk, especially near the silent
Position- Speed- Look (PSL) strategy
zones like schools, hospitals, and
for safe overtakes.
residential areas.
• Park at permitted places only.
• Never Tailgate. It wouldn’t help
• Follow the lane discipline.
you move faster.
• Obey the traffic rules and regulations.

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 16 Road Signs - Mandatory

Violation of a mandatory sign can call for a penalty

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 16 Road Signs - Mandatory

Violation of a mandatory sign can call for a penalty

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 17 Road Signs - Cautionary

Pay heed to the cautionary signs to stay aware of the road environment

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 17 Road Signs - Cautionary

Pay heed to the cautionary signs to stay aware of the road environment

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05
 18 Road Signs - Informatory

Pay heed to the informatory signs

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 19 Road Markings

Broken White/ Yellow

Solid line on the edges
–Overtake with caution
–Boundary of the road
permitted

Solid and broken

(Yellow/White) line
No parking lines
– Cautious overtake
–Do not Park at the location
or pass permitted only if
you are towards the
broken line

Pedestrian Crossing
Continuous White/Yellow
– Road crossing point
– No overtake or lane
for pedestrians
shifting permitted

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 20 Traffic Signals

Red says STOP

Yellow says PROCEED WITH CAUTION

Green says GO

Happy Driving TIP - Traffic signals are there for a reason. Obey them.
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05
 21 Pre-Driving Preparations
and Checks

Pre-driving Preparations:

1. Use fitted and flat shoes.

2. Wear comfortable clothes without loose ends
which do not obstruct hand and foot movements
3. Maintain a rational state of mind fit for driving
4. Adjust the seat, steering and the headrest for
a driving position
5. Fasten the seat belt
6. Adjust the mirrors to reduce blind spots

Pre-driving checks:

1. A visual check around the car

2. Check the tyre pressure
3. Fluid checks: Level of engine oil, coolant,
brake fluid, and windscreen washer liquid
4. Check for leakage
5. Examine the drive belt
6. Check the working of vehicle lamps

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05
 22 Higher the speed, longer
the stopping distance

Driver sees danger Brake applied Car stopped

Reaction distance Braking distance

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 23 DDTC of City Driving
(Do's, Don'ts, Tips and Cautions)

Do’s Don’ts
• Follow the traffic rules and stay disciplined. • Don’t park at empty spaces or at places
• Adhere to the road markings which could obstruct traffic
• Drive on a low beam • Don't honk

Tips Cautions
• Take the known routes • Stay aware of the pedestrians, cyclists,
• Slow down at the blind turns and animals around the road
• Avoid driving through residential areas • Stay observant of the road rage
• Pass a speed breaker at slow speed
• Drive diagonally to pass a deep ditch
on the road

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 2 4 zDDTC
z z of Highway Driving
(Do's, Don'ts, Tips and Cautions)

Do’s
• Adhere to the middle lane for a safer drive
• Follow the road markings and lane discipline
• Pre-plan the route on GPS
Tips
• Use the cruise control for better mileage
• Observe the speed limit
• Give way to the speeding vehicles
• Switch to low beam while passing another
• Take breaks to avoid fatigue
vehicle
• Hit the highway/expressway with
preparation

Don’ts
• Don’t stop or park on the road Cautions
• Don’t adjust the infotainment controls • Stay cautious of heavy vehicles
while driving • Avoid jumping lanes
• Do not use lamps to communicate with • In case of a breakdown, steer to the
the drivers left lane
• Keep more than 2-second distance
from the vehicle ahead
• Stay cautious of driving vision

Happy Driving TIP - Given the high speed on these roads, highway and expressway driving needs alert and
30 faster reactions. Stay Alert, Stay Alive.
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 25 Driving in Extreme
Weather Conditions

Avoid driving in the extreme weather conditions

Improve the visibility with clean lamps and windshield,

Lorem
using low beamipsum
headlights, fog lamps, defogger and wipers

Follow Safe Speed Safe Distance principle

Begin with proper preparations – check fuel & tyre pressure, carry
emergency kit and first aid supply

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 26 Tips for Driving in Rains

1 Always drive on a alert

state of mind
2 Keep a safe distance of 6-7
seconds from driver in front
3 Follow the vehicles ahead
4 8
Use low beam headlights
Use AC ventilation to reduce
inside fog 5
Use the windshield wipers
6
Maintain the tyre tread to
avoid hydroplaning 7
Never speed in the rains or
on the wet roads

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 27 Tips for Driving in Floods

1 2 3 4
Avoid flooded roads Stay cautious of the Assess the water level Avoid cranking the engine
which are unknown electric wires hanging and ground clearance from a stall, if combustion
to you in the water of the car before entering pipe is submerged in the
a flooded area water

5 6 7 8
Keep a steady speed Vacate the car if If the door jams, break Never stand on the roof of
with high rev through the water level the window with the car to protect yourself from
the water is too high headrest rising water level

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 28 Tips for Driving in snow

Heed to Electronic Stability

Use tyre chains Indicator and Anti-Lock
Braking system (ABS) Maintain a safe distance
warning light to understand from other vehicles
the slick on the road
Stay gradual on
the pedals
If the vehicle skids,
steer in the direction
Drive on a low beam of the skid and
to avoid glare gradually brake

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 29 Tips for Driving in Fog

2 4 6
Follow the vehicles Follow the road
Use the wipers to
in front and maintain markings
improve visibility
a good distance

1 3 5
Use AC ventilation to
Drive slowly
Use the fog lamps reduce inside humidity
or a low beam

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 30 Tips for Driving on Hills
and Mountains

While driving through

07 a curve, first horn and
then carefully turn

06 Avoid coasting and

driving downhill on
Overtake only when you 05
04 neutral
have good visibility of
the road ahead
Switch off the AC to
enhance the power to
climb

Drive at a safe distance 03

from the vehicles Use the gear in line
with the kind of slope
02

01
Drive slowly

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31 Tips for Night Driving

Improve visibility with clear headlights,

windshield, and mirrors

Ensure all lamps are operating at their

best capacity

Avoid high beam, unless there are no

streetlights or you’re driving on a highway

Switch to low beam while passing another vehicle

Maintain lane discipline

Avoid unnecessary overtakes

Never overspeed

Never drive when you feel drowsy

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 32 Driving for Mileage

1. Driving in between 45-55 km/h is optimum for

the maximum mileage in the city.
2. Use cruise control on high speed roads.
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3. Switch off the engine on a long red signal.
4. Use the correct gear and speed combination. ₹
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5. Use the gear prompts for assistance.
6. Take 5 seconds of gradual acceleration
when moving from a halt.
7. Go easy on AC.
8. Avoid sudden stop and moves while driving.

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 33 Vehicle Care

Keep the vehicle Keep a check on

clean and tidy the fluid levels

Exteriors should be Get the filters cleaned

waxed and polished at regular intervals
at intervals, and interiors
should be vacuumed
Maintain the tyre
inflation and free rotation
Take the vehicle for
periodic service to
authorized service centres Keep a check on the mileage
to see if the vehicle is
performing as desired
Know the sounds of your
car and respond immediately
if there is a change Avoid overloading in the
vehicle

Get the vehicle tuned up at Avoid using unauthorized

regular intervals for the best accessories on the vehicle,
performance. for it reduces its performance
as well as makes it unsafe.

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 34 Know the TYRE

Aspect 255 - width

[%] = (H/W)x100 60 - Aspect Ratio
Ratio
Radial Construction - R
Rim Diameter - 18
Speed rating index Speed rating Index - V
Loading Index - 95
255/ 60R18 95V
Loading index

Tyre
Radial Construction Width (W [mm])

Tyre Height (H [mm] )

Rim Diameter (D [mm] )

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 35 Petrol or Diesel?

With BS6 emission norms in INDIA, buying a petrol car would make much sense,
and there are many reasons for it.

Petrol cars are cleaner

and greener options
with lesser emissions

Petrol cars are cheaper

than diesel cars

The price gap between

petrol and diesel has
reduced over time

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 36 Causes of Accidents
in India

India has one of the highest number of accident cases in the world.

Human Errors: Non-Human Errors:

• Over-speeding • Road infrastructure

• Casual attitude towards • Weather
road rules and regulations • Vehicular conditions
• Drunk driving
• Usage of mobile while
driving and distracted driving

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 37 Prevention of Accidents

Drive within Prevention Do not drink

safe speed of Accidents and drive
limits

Stay aware Imbibe the

and alert qualities of a
while driving GOOD DRIVER

Keep the active safety

Follow the traffic
systems available
rules diligently
in your car

Happy Driving TIP - Stay Aware, Stay Alive.

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 38 Active and Passive
Safety System

Active and
Passive
Safety
Active Safety System System Passive Safety System
prevents accidents. reduces the level of injuries
It includes: during an accident and
includes:
• Anti-lock Braking System • Airbags
• Electronic Brakeforce Distribution • Seat Belt Pretensioner
• Brake Assist • Seat Belt Force Limiter
• Electronic Stability Program • Head Restraints
• Hill Hold Assist • Crumple Zone
• Seat Belt Reminder
• Rear Child Lock

Happy Driving TIP - You can visit Maruti Suzuki website for more information on active and passive
44 systems in the vehicle.
 39 Steps to be taken in
case of an accident

Don’t panic and check

the passengers 1
2 Steer the car to the left to stop
obstruction of traffic

Vacate the car

3
4 Walk-in a straight line to understand
if there is an internal injury

Check on the other driver

5
6 If needed, call 102 for medical help

If required, call “Anytime

Maruti” at: 1800 102 1800 7
8 Take the pictures of the accident
scene and the damages incurred.

9
File an FIR if there is a major accident
with a loss of life or damage to property

10 Stay calm and don’t get enraged

due to chaos at accident scene.
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 40 Emergency Numbers
during an accident

Emergency Contact Numbers

National Emergency Number 112

Police 100
Ambulance 102
Fire 101
National Highway Road
Emergency Number 1033
Anytime Maruti –
Road Side Assistance 1800 102 1800

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 41 First-Aid

Check if the NO Lift the victim out

victim is of the vehicle
breathing

YES
Check Lay on flat surface
Flatten YES
for neck
the seat
injuries Admin CPR
NO
Support neck with
Lift the victim
hard object
out of the vehicle

Lay on flat surface

NO Check for NO Give water and

Check for bleeding wounds
fracture comfort the victim
YES
Uncover the wounds
Support with hard
YES object and tape it
Press with cloth to stop bleeding

Apply Bandage
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 42 CPR
(Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation)

FIRST-AID CPR

CALL EMERGENCY CHECK VITAL SIGNS LIFT CHIN GIVE RESCUE PERFORM CPR REPEAT STEP 4 TO 5
NUMBER CHECK BREATHING BREATHS UNTIL HELP ARRIVES

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 43 What to do if
Windshield Cracks?

• Check if it obstructs the line of sight

• Push and see if the glass comes out

• Cover the bonnet and break the remaining glass

• Wrap and dispose off the glass

• Call Anytime Maruti or Roadside Assistance for help

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 44 What to do in case
of Car-Fire?

• Stop and turn off the car

• Vacate it

• Move far away from the car

• Call the fire brigade at 101 and report

to local police at 100

• Alert the traffic

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45 Safe 6 mechanism for
Tyre blow-out

• Maintain a strong grip on the steering

• Ease off the accelerator

• Identify a vacant spot to stop

• Steer off the road

• Park the car

• Call the Maruti Road Side Assistance

@ 1800 102 1800

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 46 How to change a tyre?

Find a safe location & place a Turn on your hazard lights Apply the parking brake Apply any heavy object in
warning triangle front of wheel

5 6 7 8

Loosen the lug nuts Place the jack under the vehicle & Unscrew the lug nuts Remove the flat tyre &
raise the vehicle with the jack take out the Spare tyre

9 10 11

Mount the spare tyre Tighten the lug nuts, lower the car, Stow all equipment, check the
on the lug bolts tighten the lug nuts again & finally pressure in the spare tyre
lower the car to the surface. and take it to a technician/mechanic.
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 47 Smart CNG

Maruti Suzuki Smart CNG, with a benefit of a factory - fitted CNG kit, offers

1. More performance, through an intelligent fuel injection system

2. More mileage, with a fuel change over options
3. More durability, with high-quality manufacturing standards at Maruti Suzuki
4. More convenience, with hassle-free registration and service options
5. More safety, with safety compliant and high-quality fittings

Happy Driving TIP - Make an informed choice with a Smart CNG vehicle, which can warrant safety,
performance, and reliability. For more information on Maruti Suzuki Smart CNG
options, you can visit marutisuzuki.com or the nearest Maruti Suzuki dealership. 53
 48 Road Safety Pledge

It’s time for the Road Safety Pledge to adhere to all the rules
and regulations.

By pledging, you will be one of the

“Maruti Suzuki Road Safety Ambassadors”.

I will always follow the road rules and regulations.

As a pedestrian, I will cross the road safely by

designated crossings and avoid using the phone.

I will drive only if I am in the correct

state of mind. If I’m a passenger, I’ll make sure
that the driver is fit and legally eligible to drive.

I will never drive after drinking. Besides this,

I will not involve in road rage or rash driving.

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 48 Road Safety Pledge

I will wear my seatbelt every time I drive a car

(and wear helmet while driving a two-wheeler)
and make sure about the safety of co-passengers.
I will avoid distractions such as texting
and talking on a mobile while driving.
I will always carry essential documents such as
the Registration Certificate (RC), Pollution Under Control (PUC) Certificate,
Driving License, and Insurance Document, tool kit and emergency materials such as
spare tyre, first-aid box etc. while driving.
I will always help the victims of road fatalities
and support the law.

I will maintain my vehicle in a good road

worthy condition.
I will always follow the pedestrian first approach
and allow emergency vehicles such as ambulance,
fire truck, recovery vehicles to pass.
I will follow the speed limits of our roads
and will always do lane driving

I will maintain a safe stopping distance while following other road users,
and always check rear view mirrors before making a manoeuvre. 55
 Annexure 1: Course Details
CONCEPT Classroom/E-learning Session Simulator Session Practical Session
T1- Driving Essentials
RESPONSIBLE ROAD USER
Qualities of a Good Driver
Road Rage
Distracted Driving
Importance of Seat Belt
GPS Map Reading
Drunk Driving
Driving Vision

CARRY ESSENTIALS
Document Kit
Tool Kit and Emergency Material

STATUTORY EYE
Salient Features of CMV Act
Penalties Under CMVR
Pedestrian Safety First
Procedure for License
PUC and RC Norms
Bharat Stage Norms
Being a Good Samaritan

SAFE DRIVING PRACTICES

Know and Follow Rules
Anticipating Situation
Monitoring External Environment
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ROAD RULES
Necessity of Road Signs
Types of Road Signs
Road Markings
Traffic Control Signal
Police Hand Signals
Channeliser
ROAD STUDIES
Road Geometry
Functional Classification of Roads
Road Junctions
Slopes and Elevations
ROAD MANEUVER
Driving on Different Types of Road
Lane Discipline at Roundabouts
Lane Discipline at Highways
Lane Discipline at Curves
T2- Driving Moves
CHECK AND MOVE
Blind Spots
Correct State of Mind
Pre-Driving Checks
Pre-Driving Preparation
Before Moving Off
All Fluid Check
Driver’s Attire
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RIDE SENSES
Foot Controls
Visual Controls
Electric Controls

DRIVING MANOEUVRE
Prepare to Move Off
Unlocking Locked Steering
Moving Off
Stopping the Vehicle
Automatic Transmission
Emergency Stop

PRO-DRIVING
Moving Off from Behind the Car
MSM (Mirror Signal Manoeuvre)
PSL (Position Speed Look)
Pull Push Strategy
Changing Gears
Overtaking
Merging in Major Road
All About Parking
Reversing
Sight Distance
Moving Uphill/Downhill
Taking U turn
All About Roundabouts
More About Driving
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Night Driving
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T3- While on Road
VEHICULAR ANATOMY
Components of a Vehicle
Engine Technologies
Petrol vs. Diesel Engine
Ignition Systems
Manual and Automatic Transmission Systems
Lubrication
Brakes and More
Power Steering
Tyre Aspects
Car Specifications

DEMANDED DRIVING
Driving in Rains
Driving in Floods
Driving in Snow and Ice
Driving in Fog
Driving on Hills and Mountains
Driving Over a Speed Breaker
T4- The Extra Mile
FATAL ROADS
Accident Statistics, Causes and Prevention
Active and Passive Safety System
Accident Cases Studies
RESPONSIBILITIES IN CASE OF ACCIDENT
Steps to be Followed in Case of Accident
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CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation)

EMERGENCY RESPONSE MANAGEMENT

Emergency Handling Technique: Windshield Crack
Emergency Handling Technique: Car Fire
Emergency Handling Technique: Tyre Blow-Out
Tyre Change

VEHICLE UP-KEEP
Tips for Fuel Efficiency: Before Starting
Tips for Fuel Efficiency: While Driving
Maintenance

ENGINE TECH
Smart CNG
Hybrid Car

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