60G-74E
OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE
Once a week, or each time you fill your fuel
tank, perform the following under-bonnet
checks:
1) Engine oil level.
2) Coolant level.
3) Brake fluid level.
4) Power steering (if equipped) fluid level.
5) Windscreen washer fluid level.
6) Battery solution level.
7) Bonnet latch operation.
Pull the bonnet release handle inside the
vehicle. Make sure that you can not open
the hood all the way without releasing the
secondary latch. Be sure to close the hood
securely after checking for proper
operation. See "All Latches, Hinges &
Locks" of "PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
SCHEDULE" in the "INSPECTION AND
MAINTENANCE" section for lubrication
schedule.
Make sure the bonnet is fully closed
and latched before driving. If it is not,
it can fly up unexpectedly during
driving, obstructing your view and
resulting in an accident.
STARTING THE ENGINE
Before starting the engine:
1) Make sure the parking brake is applied
fully.
2) Manual Transmission - Shift into "N"
(neutral) and depress the clutch pedal all
the way to the floor. Hold it while starting
the engine.
Make sure that the parking brake is
applied fully and the transmission is in
Neutral before attempting to start the
engine.
CAUTION
Stop turning the starter immediately
after the engine has started or the
starter system can be damaged.
Do not crank the engine for more
than 15 seconds at a time. If the
engine doesn't start on the first try,
wait about 15 seconds before trying
again.
Starting a Cold Engine
Engine which is started after 6 hours should
be treated as cold engine.
For Electronic fuel injection models
• With your foot off the accelerator pedal,
crank the engine by turning the ignition
key to "START1. Release the key when the
engine starts.
• If the engine does not start after 15
seconds of cranking, wait about 15
seconds, then press down the accelerator
pedal to 1/3 of its travel and try cranking
the engine again. Release the key and
accelerator pedal when the engine starts.
• If the engine still does not start, try holding
the accelerator pedal all the way to the
floor while cranking. This should clear the
engine if it is flooded.
Starting a Warm Engine
For Electronic fuel injection models:
Use the same procedure as for "Starting a cold
Engine".
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OPERATING YOUR VECHILE
60G-74E
USING THE TRANSMISSION
70F-04-005E
Starting off
To start off, depress and maintain pressure
upon the clutch pedal and change into 1st
gear. After releasing the parking brake,
gradually release the clutch. When you hear
a change in the engine's sound (speed), gently
apply pressure to the accelerator to keep the
engine sound (speed) constant whilst
continuing to gradually release the clutch.
Gear changing
All forward gears are synchronized, which
provides for quiet, easy changing. Always
depress the clutch pedal fully before changing
gears.The following table shows the maximum
allowable speed for each gear.
GEAR
First
Second
Third
Fourth
Fifth
MAXIMUM SPEED
50 km/h
95 km/h
140 km/h
Top Speed
Top Speed
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60G-74E
INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
BATTERY
60G-09-022E
When installing the cover, make sure that it is
positioned so that it does not cover or foul the
air valve.
60G-09-038
Batteries produce flammable hydrogen
gas. Keep flames and sparks away from
the battery or an explosion may occur.
Never smoke when working in the
vicinity of the battery .
When checking or servicing the battery,
disconnect the negative cable. Be
careful not to cause a short circuit by
allowing metal objects to contact the
battery posts and the vehicle at the
same time.
To avoid harm to yourself or damage
to your vehicle or battery, follow the
jump starting instructions in the
EMERGENCY SERVICE section of this
manual if it is necessary to jump start
your vehicle.
The level of the battery solution must be kept
between the "UPPER" and the "LOWER" level
lines at all times. If the level is found to be
below the "LOWER" level line, add distilled
water to the "UPPER" level line. You should
periodically check the battery, battery
terminals, and battery holddown bracket for
corrosion. Remove corrosion using a stiff
brush and ammonia mixed with water, or
baking soda mixed with water. After removing
corrosion, rinse with clean water.
If your vehicle is not going to be driven for a
month or longer, disconnect the cable from
the negative terminal of the battery to help
prevent discharge.
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INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
60G-74E
FUSES
60G-09-024E
©. Main fuse
®. Primary fuse (Lights)
®. Primary fuse (IG)
©. Radiator fan motor fuse
©. Primary fuse (A/C, HTR)
This vehicle has three types of fuses, as
described below:
Main Fuse - The main fuse takes current
directly from the battery.
Primary Fuses - These fuses are between the
main fuse and individual fuses, and are for
electrical load groups.
Individual Fuses - These fuses are in the fuse
box and for individual electrical circuits.
MAIN FUSE / PRIMARY FUSES
80A
60A
60A
30A
60A
All Electric Load
HEAD-R, HEAD-L, TAIL/DOME,
STOP/HORN, HAZARD
CIGAR/RADIO, I.G. COIL/
METER, WIPER/WASHER,
REAR DEF, TURN/BACK,
HEATER RELAY.
RADIATOR FAN MOTOR
A/C, HTR
Main Fuse and Primary Fuses
The main fuse and primary fuses are located
in the engine compartment. If the main fuse
blows, no electrical component will function.
If a primary fuse blows, no electrical
component in the corresponding load group
will function. When replacing the main fuse or
a primary fuse, use a genuine MARUTI
replacement.
If the main fuse or a primary fuse blows,
be sure to have your vehicle inspected
by an authorized MARUTI dealer.
Always use a genuine MARUTI
replacement. Never use a substitute
such as a wire even for a temporary
repair, or extensive electrical damage
and a fire can result.
60G-09-025E
Fuse Box
The fuse boxes are located in the engine
compartment and under the driver's side of
the dashboard.
To remove the fuse box cover under the
dashboard pull off the cover.
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