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7-6Engine BonnetTo open the engine bonnet:
1) Pull the bonnet release handle located
on the outboard side of the driver’s side
of the instrument panel. This will disen-
gage the engine bonnet lock halfway.
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EXAMPLE
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2) Push the under-bonnet release lever up
with your finger, as shown in the illustra-
tion. While pushing the lever, lift up the
engine bonnet.3) Continue to lift up the bonnet until it is
high enough to support with the prop
rod.
To close the engine bonnet:
1) Lift the bonnet up slightly and remove
the prop rod from the hole. Put the prop
rod back to the holding clip.
2) Lower the bonnet close to the bumper,
then let it drop down.
Make sure the bonnet is securely
latched after closing.
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.
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Sun VisorThe sun visors can be pulled down to block
glare coming through the windshield, or they
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7-8Assist Grips (if equipped)
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Assist grips are provided for passengers
convenience.
CAUTION
To avoid damaging the assist grip and
the molded headlining, do not hang
down the assist grip.
Assist grip is not provided above
driver’s seat.Glove Box
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Never drive with the glove box lid
open. It could cause injury if an acci-
dent occurs.To open the glove box, pull the latch lever.
To close it, push the lid until it latches
securely.Instrument Panel Upper Tray
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EXAMPLETo use the instrument panel upper tray, lift
the front edge (1) and open the lid. To close
the lid, push the front edge (1). Do not put
heavy or sharp items in the upper tray.
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Never drive with the instrument panel
upper tray lid open. It could cause
injury if an accident occurs.
CAUTION
If you park your vehicle outdoors in
direct sunlight or in hot weather, the
instrument panel upper tray can get
very hot. So, when parking in such
conditions:
Do not leave eyeglasses in the
upper tray. The heat may distort
plastic lenses or frames.
Do not leave CDs, CD cases, and
other plastic items in the upper tray.
The heat may distort them.
Do not place flammable items, such
as a lighter, in the upper tray. The
heat may cause a fire.

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7-11
(with spare tyre)
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1) Pick up the towing hook (1) and jack
handle (A). The towing hook and jack
handle in the storage bag are stowed
just under the spare tyre in the luggage
compartment.2) Remove the cover (B) by using a jack
handle (A) covered with a soft cloth as
shown in the illustration.
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3) Install the towing hook (1) by hand.
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To remove the towing hook (1), reverse the
procedure used to install the towing hook.
Rear
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The frame hook (2) is provided on the rear
of the vehicle for use in emergency situations.
To tow your vehicle on the road or highway,
follow the instruction of “Towing” in “EMER-
GENCY SERVICE” or “VEHICLE LOADING
AND TOWING” section.EXAMPLE4) To tighten the towing hook (1), turn it
clockwise by using a jack handle (A)
until the hook (1) is securely installed.

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VEHICLE LOADING AND TOWING
Vehicle LoadingYour vehicle was designed for specific weight
capacities. The weight capacities of your
vehicle are indicated by the Gross Vehicle
Weight Rating (GVWR) and the Gross Axle
Weight Rating (GAWR, front and rear). The
GVWR and GAWR (front and rear) are listed
in the “SPECIFICATIONS” section.
GVWR – Maximum permissible overall weight
of the fully loaded vehicle (including all the
occupants, accessories and cargo plus the
trailer nose weight if towing a trailer).
GAWR – (Front and Rear) Maximum per-
missible weight on an individual axle.
Actual weight of the loaded vehicle and actual
loads at the front and rear axles can only be
determined by weighing the vehicle. Compare
these weights to the GVWR and GAWR (front
and rear). If the gross vehicle weight or the
load on either axle exceeds these ratings, you
must remove enough weight to bring the load
down to the rated capacity.
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Always distribute cargo evenly. To
avoid personal injury or damage to your
vehicle, always secure cargo to prevent
it from shifting if the vehicle moves
suddenly. Place heavier objects on the
floor and as far forward in the cargo
area as possible. Never pile cargo
higher than the top of the seat backs.
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Never overload your vehicle. The gross
vehicle weight (sum of the weights of
the vehicle, all the occupants,
accessories, cargo plus trailer nose
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Vweight if towing a trailer) must never
exceed the Gross Vehicle Weight
Rating (GVWR). In addition, never
distribute a load so that the weight on
either the front or rear axle exceeds
the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR).Trailer TowingYour MARUTI SUZUKI was originally
designed to carry people and a normal
amount of cargo, not to tow a trailer. MARUTI
SUZUKI does not recommend you use your
vehicle to tow a trailer if there is not any local
regulation about towing capacity permitted (for
example, registered or statutory towing
capacity). Towing a trailer can adversely affect
handling, durability, and fuel economy.When you tow your vehicle, follow the
instructions below to avoid accidents
and damage to your vehicle. In addition,
be sure to observe government and
local requirements regarding vehicle
lighting and trailer hitches or tow bars.
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Towing Your VehicleYour vehicle may be towed behind another
Vehicle (such as a motorhome), provided
you use the proper towing method specified
for your vehicle. The towing method you
must use depends on the specifications of
your vehicle: whether it is a manual
transmission vehicle or an automatic
transmission vehicle.
Use the towing instruction table to select the
proper towing method for your vehicle, and
carefully follow the corresponding
instructions. Be sure to use proper towing
equipment designed for recreational towing
and make sure that towing speed does not
exceed 90 km/h.
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A safety chain should always be used
when you tow your vehicle.
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TOWING INSTRUCTION TABLE
DRIVE TRANSAXLE TOWING
TRAIN METHOD2WDA/T
(AUTO)
M/T
(MANUAL)A
A B
Towing an automatic transaxle vehicle
with four wheels on the ground can
result in damage to the automatic
transaxle.
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NOTICE
A: 2WD VEHICLES WITH MANUAL
TRANSAXLE OR AUTOMATIC
TRANSAXLE1) Secure the front wheels on a towing
dolly according to the instructions
provided by the dolly manufacturer.
2) Release the parking brake.
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TOWING METHOD AFROM THE FRONT:
FRONT WHEELS ON A DOLLY
AND REAR WHEELS ON THE GROUND
B: 2WD VEHICLES WITH MANUAL
TRANSAXLE1) Shift the manual transaxle lever into
neutral.
2) Turn the ignition key to the “ACC”
position to unlock the steering wheel.
3) Release the parking brake.
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TOWING METHOD BFROM THE FRONT:
FOUR WHEELS ON THE GROUND
NOTICE
The steering column is not strong
enough to withstand shocks
transmitted from the front wheels
during towing. Always unlock the
steering wheel before towing.
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hot weather, or if the vehicle has been
pulling a trailer. Wait until the fluid cools
down (about 30 minutes), or the fluid level
indication will not be correct.
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INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
9-152) Park your vehicle on level ground.
3) Apply the parking brake and then start
the engine in “P” (Park). Let it idle for
two minutes and keep it running during
the fluid level check.
4) With your foot on the brake pedal, move
the gearshift lever through each range,
pausing for about three seconds in each
range. Then move it back to the “P”
(Park) position.Be sure to depress the brake pedal
when moving the gearshift lever, or
the vehicle can move suddenly.
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5) The handle of the A/T fluid dipstick is
colored red or orange for easy identi-
fication.
Remove the dipstick, clean it and push
it back in until the cap seats. Then pull
out the dipstick.
6) Check both sides of the dipstick, and
read the lowest level. The fluid level
should be between the two marks in the
“HOT” range on the dipstick.(1) FULL HOT
(2) LOW HOT
(3) The lowest point = Fluid level
7) Add just enough specified fluid through
the dipstick hole to fill the transaxle to
the proper level.
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EXAMPLE
NOTICE
After checking or adding oil, be sure
to insert the dipstick securely.Changing OilSince special procedures, materials, and
tools are required to change the automatic
transaxle oil, it is recommended that you
trust this job to your authorized d MARUTI
SUZUKI dealer.
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9-18
With the engine running, measure the dis-
tance between the brake pedal and floor
carpet when the pedal is depressed with
approximately 30 kg (66 lbs) of force. The
minimum distance required is as specified.
Since your vehicle’s brake system is self-
adjusting, there is no need for pedal
adjustment.
If the pedal to floor wall distance as mea-
sured above is less than the minimum dis-
tance required, have your vehicle inspec-ted
by your MARUTI SUZUKI dealer.NOTE:
When measuring the distance between the
brake pedal and floor wall, be sure not to
include the floor mat or rubber on the floor
wall in your measurement.
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Parking Brake
Ratchet tooth specification “b”:
4th – 9th
Lever pull force (1):
200 N (20 kg, 44 lbs)
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If you experience any of the following
problems with your vehicle’s brake
system, have the vehicle inspected
immediately by your MARUTI SUZUKI
dealer.
Poor braking performance
Uneven braking (Brakes not working
uniformly on all wheels.)
Excessive pedal travel
Brake dragging
Excessive noise
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EXAMPLE
Check the parking brake for proper adjust-
ment by counting the number of clicks made
by the ratchet teeth as you slowly pull up
on the parking brake lever to the point of
full engagement. The parking brake lever
should stop between the specified ratchet
teeth and the rear wheels should be
securely locked. If the parking brake is not
properly adjusted or the brakes drag after
the lever has been fully released, have the
parking brake inspected and/or adjusted by
your MARUTI SUZUKI dealer.Steering
EXAMPLE
Steering wheel play “c”:
0 – 30 mm (0.0 – 1.2 in.)
Check the play of the steering wheel by
gently turning it from left to right and mea-
suring the distance that it moves before you
feel slight resistance. The play should be
between the specified values.
Check that the steering wheel turns easily
and smoothly without rattling by turning it
all the way to the right and to the left while
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9-22
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Fuses in the Engine Compartment(For Petrol Engine Model)
Replacement of the battery
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EXAMPLETo remove the battery:
1) Disconnect the negative cable (1).
2) Disconnect the positive cable (2).
3) Remove the retainer bolts (3) and
remove the retainer (4).
4) Remove the battery along with cover
assembly (5) (if equipped).
To install the battery:
1) Install the battery in the reverse order
of removal.
2) Tighten the retainer bolt and battery
cables securely.NOTE:
When the battery is disconnected, some of
the vehicle’s function will be initialized and/
or deactivated.
These function are required to reset after
the battery is reconnected.
FusesYour 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 for individual electrical cir-
cuits.
(1) 80A All electric load
(2) 50A Power window, Ignition,
Wiper, Starter
(3) 50A Tail light, Rear defogger,
Door lock, Hazard/Horn,
Dome
(4) – Radiator fan relay #1
(5) – Radiator fan relay #2
(6) – Radiator fan relay #3
(7) – Starting motor relay
(8) – Main relay
(9) – Blank
(10) – Front fog light relay
(11) – Fuel pump relayMAIN FUSE/PRIMARY FUSE(For Petrol Engine Model)