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Maruti Suzuki Wagon-R Stingray VXi Ownership Review
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No worries, and yes the PDI was done and delivery of the car was very smooth.
In last 5 days i have also crossed around 1000 KM's. Soon i will start my Buying / Ownership thread which will include all the pic's.
In meantime can anyone route me to the thread for AMT usage ? I am pretty new to AMT driving so bit worried on the usage.
Thanks,
Satyajeet
In last 5 days i have also crossed around 1000 KM's. Soon i will start my Buying / Ownership thread which will include all the pic's.
In meantime can anyone route me to the thread for AMT usage ? I am pretty new to AMT driving so bit worried on the usage.
Thanks,
Satyajeet
I had my friend's Wagon R AMT for a while when my car had some trouble
I learned a few tricks to upshift early, just let go of accelerator a little to upshift.
When you want fast overtakes, dont slam accelerator, itll just rev more and it has an annoying habit of shifting into 1st from even 3rd at certain speeds, so keep that in mind otherwise, while overtaking a BEST bus, the car will shift into 1st and rev alot but barely move and youll get alot of harsh stares from the bus passengers![[lol]](https://www.theautomotiveindia.com/forums/images/smilies/Laugh.gif "Laugh [lol]")
Beware of incline and declines,I suggest using manual mode and handbrake if you are ever stuck. AMT doesnt behave like regular automatics neither manuals.
Only trial and error will ensure you get the jist of it
Another annoyance is when reversing , itll move forward at times when you leave the accelerator, so learn the accelerator point to prevent this. Took me 2 weeks but by the end of it, it was fine as such but only for sedate driving though at city speeds, it is a real boon to cut lanes etc in traffic, the engine is fairly torquey if not powerful at low speeds, there is slight lag but youll catch on soon
Steering and dimensions are a bit confusing even though my old car was a Ritz (now sold), especially while parking in tight spaces but steering radius is much better than my Ritz and it can fit in nearly everywhere
Overall I liked the car for the time I had it and my friend uses it as his daily car now
He bought for his mom to learn driving but it never happened :D
They have other larger cars but they love the Wagon R for daily use now
I learned a few tricks to upshift early, just let go of accelerator a little to upshift.
When you want fast overtakes, dont slam accelerator, itll just rev more and it has an annoying habit of shifting into 1st from even 3rd at certain speeds, so keep that in mind otherwise, while overtaking a BEST bus, the car will shift into 1st and rev alot but barely move and youll get alot of harsh stares from the bus passengers
Beware of incline and declines,I suggest using manual mode and handbrake if you are ever stuck. AMT doesnt behave like regular automatics neither manuals.
Only trial and error will ensure you get the jist of it
Another annoyance is when reversing , itll move forward at times when you leave the accelerator, so learn the accelerator point to prevent this. Took me 2 weeks but by the end of it, it was fine as such but only for sedate driving though at city speeds, it is a real boon to cut lanes etc in traffic, the engine is fairly torquey if not powerful at low speeds, there is slight lag but youll catch on soon
Steering and dimensions are a bit confusing even though my old car was a Ritz (now sold), especially while parking in tight spaces but steering radius is much better than my Ritz and it can fit in nearly everywhere
Overall I liked the car for the time I had it and my friend uses it as his daily car now
He bought for his mom to learn driving but it never happened :D
They have other larger cars but they love the Wagon R for daily use now
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Yes sir she is due for her first service [Inspection, that's what MASS refers to]
Thanks KKN13 for the tips.
Yes the trick for letting the accelerator go off really works and that's what i have been doing from my manual experience.
Even i think eventually i will get hold of the AMT thing but i was bit worried that i wont spoil the AMT system entirely by not knowing the usage.
Thx,
Satyajeet
Thanks KKN13 for the tips.
Yes the trick for letting the accelerator go off really works and that's what i have been doing from my manual experience.
Even i think eventually i will get hold of the AMT thing but i was bit worried that i wont spoil the AMT system entirely by not knowing the usage.
Thx,
Satyajeet
No worries, I think AMT is fairly a "made for India" transmission , I dont think damaging the system will be that easy
Usage is fairly foolproof for beginners , only expert drivers who have owned manuals earlier will face slight discomfort and annoyances initially till they learn![[:)]](https://www.theautomotiveindia.com/forums/images/smilies/Smile.gif "Smile [:)]")
Usage is fairly foolproof for beginners , only expert drivers who have owned manuals earlier will face slight discomfort and annoyances initially till they learn
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Nothing much...They will check the fluid levels, do the usual washing and thats all.
But I have an opinion. Don't know how much it matters to new engines of cars a they run at relatively low speeds(2-3k rpms during regular average running) compared to that of motorcycle engines(5-6k rpms). Operating parts of Engines(piston, cylinder, gears,etc.) after running few thousand kms will "set" down, also known as "run in or break-in of an engine".
It maybe mentioned in the user manual recommending gentle use for the first few thousand kms wherein #quote "Break-in or breaking in, also known as run-in or running in, is the procedure of conditioning a new piece of equipment by giving it an initial period of running, usually under light load, but sometimes under heavy load or normal load. It is generally a process of moving parts wearing against each other to produce the last small bit of size and shape adjustment that will settle them into a stable relationship for the rest of their working life." end quote#, source wikipedia.
What I meant to say is that the metallic/non-metallic residue resulting from the friction between moving parts gets carried with the lube oil/engine oil thus reducing the efficiency of the same.
Maruti recommends lube oil change at 10k kms which I think is a bit exaggerated. I changed mine at 5k kms just to keep myself satisfied. The manual recommends G/B oil(transmission oil) change at 1,40k odd kms which again, I personally feel is too long a period for the constantly grinding gears.
I do not wish to confuse you will my ranting but as mentioned before, it is solely my opinion to change the lube oils prior to the recommended kms.
But I have an opinion. Don't know how much it matters to new engines of cars a they run at relatively low speeds(2-3k rpms during regular average running) compared to that of motorcycle engines(5-6k rpms). Operating parts of Engines(piston, cylinder, gears,etc.) after running few thousand kms will "set" down, also known as "run in or break-in of an engine".
It maybe mentioned in the user manual recommending gentle use for the first few thousand kms wherein #quote "Break-in or breaking in, also known as run-in or running in, is the procedure of conditioning a new piece of equipment by giving it an initial period of running, usually under light load, but sometimes under heavy load or normal load. It is generally a process of moving parts wearing against each other to produce the last small bit of size and shape adjustment that will settle them into a stable relationship for the rest of their working life." end quote#, source wikipedia.
What I meant to say is that the metallic/non-metallic residue resulting from the friction between moving parts gets carried with the lube oil/engine oil thus reducing the efficiency of the same.
Maruti recommends lube oil change at 10k kms which I think is a bit exaggerated. I changed mine at 5k kms just to keep myself satisfied. The manual recommends G/B oil(transmission oil) change at 1,40k odd kms which again, I personally feel is too long a period for the constantly grinding gears.
I do not wish to confuse you will my ranting but as mentioned before, it is solely my opinion to change the lube oils prior to the recommended kms.
Guys -- I am planning to install the BT hands free receiver which will solve the purpose of music and calls can anyone suggest any specific model and its reviews ? This is just to get rid of all wiring of aux and save some battery life of my phone.
Also somewhere in this forum i read about car inverter which is used to charge laptops and other E devices can someone comment on this ?Is this good to buy also how much space it will required and is it really helpful ?
Thanks,
Satyajeet
Also somewhere in this forum i read about car inverter which is used to charge laptops and other E devices can someone comment on this ?Is this good to buy also how much space it will required and is it really helpful ?
Thanks,
Satyajeet
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I dont have idea regarding BT hands free receiver. You can check Aliexpress and go through the user reviews in the most ordered items. That may help.
As for car inverters, they are available in Aliexpress too. These things are quite useful if you are carrying laptops.
https://www.aliexpress.com/w/wholesale-car-inverter.html?spm=2114.01010208.0.0.Tb5Ymi&initiative_id=AS_20170417210328&site=glo&SortType=total_tranpro_desc&SearchText=car+inverter&CatId=200214476
As for car inverters, they are available in Aliexpress too. These things are quite useful if you are carrying laptops.
https://www.aliexpress.com/w/wholesale-car-inverter.html?spm=2114.01010208.0.0.Tb5Ymi&initiative_id=AS_20170417210328&site=glo&SortType=total_tranpro_desc&SearchText=car+inverter&CatId=200214476
I'll give you firsthand knowledge and tip to use AMT, details of which you could read on my Nano XTA nimble mountain goat review.
I do have a Wagon R MT, so the characteristics differ.
Always remember AMT will behave as you programed your driving style/habit for it, never stamp on the accelerator to take off, for doing that put it in 'M' mode. Otherwise in 'A' mode it will hop and jump like a mad bull.
The rubber band effect is pronounced, as WR is a heavier car and more cc so don't panic, enjoy it. To Upshift eeze the accelerator and press again.
You will have to learn the trick how to exit mall inclines, use the M mode here, I have mastered it in A mode.
Do put up your review, for us to get more information/knowledge.
Regards
Vinod
Edit: make it a habit to always put on N mode at signals, long stops, and use handbrake.
I do have a Wagon R MT, so the characteristics differ.
Always remember AMT will behave as you programed your driving style/habit for it, never stamp on the accelerator to take off, for doing that put it in 'M' mode. Otherwise in 'A' mode it will hop and jump like a mad bull.
The rubber band effect is pronounced, as WR is a heavier car and more cc so don't panic, enjoy it. To Upshift eeze the accelerator and press again.
You will have to learn the trick how to exit mall inclines, use the M mode here, I have mastered it in A mode.
Do put up your review, for us to get more information/knowledge.
Regards
Vinod
Edit: make it a habit to always put on N mode at signals, long stops, and use handbrake.
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No worries, I think AMT is fairly a "made for India" transmission , I dont think damaging the system will be that easy
Usage is fairly foolproof for beginners , only expert drivers who have owned manuals earlier will face slight discomfort and annoyances initially till they learn
Usage is fairly foolproof for beginners , only expert drivers who have owned manuals earlier will face slight discomfort and annoyances initially till they learn
Admins / Mod's
please suggest if we start a new thread for the maruti's AMT issues so that people will discuss their issues and be on the same page on how to handle the situation in better way.
Thx,
Satyajeet
Re: Some DIYs - Maruti Suzuki Wagon-R Stingray VXi
Hii new to this thread. Being an owner of Maruti Suzuki Stingray VXI 2015 I am very much enthusiastic regarding threads or reviews regarding stingray. Although it is a car which has very less selling as compare to other Maruti cars. But I have not faced any trouble in these 2 years till now.
Everything is ok in stingray except the fog lamp unit. I have a plan to change these oem units completely or else changing the bulbs. But when I showed it to local parts store he removed the oem fog lamp bulb and checked it with his super power eyes and told me that this bulb has no specification and it is a 28 watt bulb. He told me that this type of bulbs are not available in the market. So I dropped my plan.
After reading your thread regarding led fitments I am again thinking to do it again.
So can you please give me any suggestion regarding changing of bulbs with led unit. It will be a great help from you if you can upload the image of your stock fog lamp bulb.
Thank you and have a great day..
Hii new to this thread. Being an owner of Maruti Suzuki Stingray VXI 2015 I am very much enthusiastic regarding threads or reviews regarding stingray. Although it is a car which has very less selling as compare to other Maruti cars. But I have not faced any trouble in these 2 years till now.
Everything is ok in stingray except the fog lamp unit. I have a plan to change these oem units completely or else changing the bulbs. But when I showed it to local parts store he removed the oem fog lamp bulb and checked it with his super power eyes and told me that this bulb has no specification and it is a 28 watt bulb. He told me that this type of bulbs are not available in the market. So I dropped my plan.
After reading your thread regarding led fitments I am again thinking to do it again.
So can you please give me any suggestion regarding changing of bulbs with led unit. It will be a great help from you if you can upload the image of your stock fog lamp bulb.
Thank you and have a great day..