1999 SUZUKI BALENO gas type

60G-74E
BEFORE DRIVING

BEFORE DRIVING

Fuel Recommendation 3-1

Remote Keyless Entry System (if equipped) 3-2

Keys 3-2

Door Locks 3-3

Windows 3-5

Mirrors 3-8

Front Seat Adjustment 3-9

Driver Seat Height Adjuster 3-10

Adjustable Head Restraints (if equipped) 3-10

Seat Belts 3-11

BEFORE DRIVING

60G-74E

FUEL RECOMMENDATION

UNLEADED

FUEL ONLY

You must use unleaded petrol with an

octane number (RON) of 87 or higher. Your

vehicle is fitted with a restrictor in the fuel

filler pipe which will not allow the use of

large nozzle used for dispensing leaded fuel

at filling station. A label is also attached

near the fuel filler pipe of your vehicle that

states: "UNLEADED FUEL ONLY".

CAUTION

Use of leaded fuel in vehicle equipped

with catalytic converter is prohibited,

because leads deactivates the pollutant

reducing components of catalytic

converter and may result in permanent

damage to catalytic converter.
Petrol/Ethanol Blends

Blends of unleaded petrol and ethanol (grain

alcohol), also known as gasohol, are

commercially available in some areas.

Blends of this type may be used in your

vehicle if they are no more than 10%

ethanol. Make sure this petrol-ethanol blend

has octane ratings no lower than those

recommended for petrol.

Petrol/Methanol Blends

Blends of unleaded petrol and methanol (wood

alcohol) are also commercially

available in some areas. DO NOT USE

fuels containing more than 5% methanol

under any circumstances. Fuel system

damage or vehicle performance problems

resulting from the use of such fuels are not

the responsibility of MARUTI and may not

be covered under Warranty.

Fuels containing 5% or less methanol may

be suitable for use in your vehicle if they

contain cosolvents and corrosion inhibitors.

NOTE:

If you are not satisfied with the driveability

or fuel economy of your vehicle when you

are using a petmrol/alcohol blend, you should

switch back to unleaded petrol containing no

alcohol.
CAUTION

Be careful not to spill fuel containing

alcohol while refuelling. Fuels

containing alcohol can cause paint

damage, which is not covered under

Warranty.

CAUTION

The fuel tank has an air space to allow

for fuel expansion in hot weather. If you

continue to add fuel after the filler

nozzle has automatically shut off or an

initial blowback occurs, the air chamber

will become full. Exposure to heat when

fully fuelled in this manner will result

in leakage due to fuel expansion. To

prevent such fuel leakage, stop filling

after the filler nozzle has automatically

shut off, or when using an alternative

non automatic system, initial vent

blowback occurs.

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60G-74E
INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE

GEAR OIL

CAUTION

To prevent oil leakage, make sure that

the oil filter is tight, but do not

overtighten it.

Refill with oil and check for leaks.

1) Pour 3.1 litres of oil through the filler hole

and install the filler cap.

2) Start the engine and look carefully for

leaks at the oil filter and drain plug. Run

the engine at various speeds for at least 5

minutes.

3) Stop the engine and wait for 5 minutes.

Check the oil level again and add oil if

necessary. Check for leaks again.

CAUTION

When replacing the oil filter, it is

recommended that you use a genuine

MARUTI replacement filter.
60G-09-006

CAUTION

Oil leaks from around the oil filter or

drain plug indicate incorrect

installation or gasket damage. If you

find any leaks or are not sure that the

fitter has been properly tightened, have

the vehicle inspected by your MARUTI

dealer.
70F-07-012E

Oil filler and level plug ©

Tightening torque: 2.1 kg-m (15.5 Ib-ft)

Specified Manual Transmission oil

When adding gear oil, use the appropriate

viscosity and grade as shown in the chart

below. We highly recommend you use API

GL-4 SAE 75W-90 gear oil.

Type of oil
Gear oil, API GL-4

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INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE

60G-74E

ENGINE COOLANT

70F-07-013E

Gear oil level check

To check the gear oil level, use the following

procedure:

1) Park the vehicle on a level surface with

the parking brake applied.

2) Clean casing around oil filler plug to

remove risk of any loose dirt or debris

entering oil filler plug hole. Remove the oil

filler plug ©.

3) Feel the inside of the hole with your finger.

If the oil level comes up to the bottom of

the plug hole, the oil level is correct. If so,

reinstall the plug.

4) If the oil level is low, add gear oil through

the filler plug hole © until the oil level

reaches the bottom of the filler hole, then

reinstall the plug.
After driving the vehicle, the

transmission oil temperature may be

high enough to burn you. Wait until the

oil filler plug is cool enough to touch

with your bare hands before inspecting

transmission oil.

CAUTION

When tightening the plug, apply sealing

compound to the plug threads to

prevent oil leakage.

Gear oil change

Since special procedures, materials and tools

are required, it is recommended that you trust

this job to your authorized MARUTI dealer.
60G-09-007

Coolant Level Check

Check the coolant level at the reservoir tank,

not at the radiator. With the engine cool, the

coolant level should be between the "FULL"

and "LOW" marks.

Adding Coolant

If the Coolant level is below the "LOW" mark,

more coolant should be added. Remove the

reservoir tank cap and add coolant until the

reservoir tank level reaches the "FULL" mark.

Never fill the reservoir tank above the "FULL"

mark.

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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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