2005 SUZUKI MARUTI catalytic converter

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DRIVING TIPS
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Catalytic Converter............................................................................................................. 6-1
Improving Fuel Economy.................................................................................................. 6-2
Highway Driving.................................................................................................................. 6-3
Driving on Hills................................................................................................................... 6-3
Driving on Slippery Roads............................................................................................... 6-3
Do's and Don'ts for Safe Driving................................................................................... 6-5
DRIVING TIPS

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine 6783K Wear Your Seat Belts at All Times,
even if air bags are equipped at the
front seating positions. The driver
and all passengers should be prop-
erly restrained at all times, using
the seat belts provided. Refer to the
“Seat Belts and Child Restraint
Systems” section for instructions on
proper use of the seat belts.
Never drive while under the influ-
ence of alcohol or other drugs.
Alcohol and drugs can seriously
impair your ability to drive safely,
greatly increasing the risk of injury
to yourself and others. You should
also avoid driving when you are
tired, sick, irritated, or under stress.The future performance and reliability
of the engine depends on the care
and restraint exercised during its early
life. It is especially important to
observe the following precautions
during the initial 960 km (600 miles)
of vehicle operation.
After starting, do not race the
engine. Warm it up gradually.
Avoid prolonged vehicle operation at
a constant speed. Moving parts will
break in better if you vary your
speed.
Start off from a stop slowly. Avoid
full throttle starts.
Avoid hard braking, especially dur-
ing the first 320 km (200 miles) of
driving.
Do not drive slowly with the trans-
mission in a high gear.
Drive the vehicle at moderate engine
speeds.
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CAUTION
Catalytic ConverterThe purpose of the catalytic converter is to
minimize the amount of harmful pollutants
in your vehicle’s exhaust. Use of leaded fuel
in vehicles equipped with catalytic
converters is prohibited, because lead
deactivates the pollutant-reducing compo-
nents of the catalyst system.
The converter is designed to last the life of
the vehicle under normal usage and when
unleaded fuel is used. No special mainte-
nance is required on the converter. How-
ever, it is very important to keep the engine
properly tuned. Engine misfiring, which can
result from an improperly tuned engine
loose writing etc., may cause overheating
of the catalyst. This may result in perma-
nent heat damage to the catalyst and other
vehicle components.
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DRIVING TIPS
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To minimize the possibility of catalyst
or other vehicle damage:
Maintain the engine in the proper
operating condition.
In the event of an engine malfunc-
tion, particularly one involving
engine misfire or other apparent
loss of performance, have the vehi-
cle serviced promptly.
Do not turn off the engine or inter-
rupt the ignition when the transmis-
sion is in gear and the vehicle is in
motion.
Do not try to start the engine by
pushing or towing the vehicle, or
coasting down a hill.
Do not idle the engine with any
spark plug wires disconnected or
removed, such as during diagnostic
testing.
Do not idle the vehicle for pro-
longed periods if idling seems rough
or there are other malfunctions.
Do not allow the fuel tank to get
near the empty level.Be careful where you park and drive;
the catalytic converter and other
exhaust components can get very hot.
As with any vehicle, do not park or
operate this vehicle in areas where
combustible materials such as dry
grass or leaves can come in contact
with a hot exhaust system.
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engine, do not allow the engine to idle or
apply full throttle until the engine has
reached operating temperature. Allow the
engine to warm up by driving.
Avoid “fast” starts
Fast starts away from lights or stop signs
will consume fuel unnecessarily and shorten
engine life. Start off slowly.
Avoid unnecessary stops
Avoid unnecessary deceleration and stop-
ping. Try to maintain a slow, steady speed
whenever possible. Slowing down and then
accelerating again uses more fuel.
Keep a steady cruising speed
Keep as constant a speed as road and traf-
fic conditions will permit.
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CAUTION
Improving Fuel EconomyThe following instructions will help you
improve fuel economy.
Avoid excessive idling
If you are to wait for more than a minute
while you are parked, stop the engine and
start it again later. When warming up a coldKeep the air cleaner clean
(Petrol engine)
EXAMPLE
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A dirty air cleaner will cause the fuel sys-
tem to supply too much fuel to the engine
for the amount of air being supplied. The
result is waste of fuel due to incomplete
combustion.

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EMERGENCY SERVICE
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the wheel and hub with a clean cloth.
Clean the hub carefully; it may be hot
from driving.
7) Install the new wheel and replace the
wheel nuts with their cone shaped end
facing the wheel. Tighten each nut
snugly by hand until the wheel is
securely seated on the hub.
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Tightening torque for wheel nut
85 Nm (8.5 kg-m, 61.5 lb-ft)
8) Lower the jack and fully tighten the nuts
in a crisscross fashion with a wrench as
shown in the illustration.
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Use Maruti genuine wheel nuts and
tighten them to the specified torque
as soon as possible after changing
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wheels. Incorrect wheel nuts or
improperly tightened wheel nuts may
come loose or fall off, which can
result in an accident. If you do not
have a torque wrench, have the wheel
nut torque checked by a MARUTI
SUZUKI authorized dealer.
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Jump Starting Instructions
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Never attempt to jump start your
vehicle if the battery appears to be
frozen. Batteries in this condition
may explode or rupture if jump
starting is attempted.
When making jump lead connec-
tions, be certain that your hands
and the jump leads remain clear
from pulleys, belts, or fans.
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.
If the booster battery you use for
jump starting is installed in another
vehicle, make sure the two vehicles
are not touching each other.
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CAUTION
Your vehicle should not be started by
pushing or towing. This starting
method could result in permanent
damage to the catalytic converter and
high pressure fuel pump (diesel). Use
jump leads to start a vehicle with a
weak or flat battery. If your battery discharges repeat-
edly, for no apparent reason, have
your vehicle inspected by a MARUTI
SUZUKI authorized dealer.
To avoid harm to yourself or dam-
age to your vehicle or battery, fol-
low the jump starting instructions
below precisely and in order.
If you are in doubt, contact your
nearest MARUTI SUZUKI authorized
workshop.When Jump Starting Your Vehicle,
Use the Following Procedure:1) Use only a 12 volt battery to jump start
your vehicle. Position the good 12 V
battery close to your vehicle so that the
jump leads will reach both batteries.
When using a battery installed on
another vehicle, DO NOT LET THE

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Certain cargos such as chemicals, fertiliz-
ers, cleaners, salts, etc. are extremely cor-
rosive by nature. These products should be
transported in sealed containers. If a spill
or leak does occur, clean and dry the area
immediately.APPEARANCE CAREStore your vehicle in a dry, well-venti-
lated area
Do not park your vehicle in a damp, poorly
ventilated area. If you often wash your
vehicle in the garage or if you frequently
drive it in when wet, your garage may be
damp. The high humidity in the garage may
cause or accelerate corrosion. A wet vehicle
may corrode even in a heated garage if the
ventilation is poor.
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Do not apply additional undercoating
or rust preventive coating on or
around exhaust system components
such as the catalytic converter,
exhaust pipes, etc. A fire could be
started if the undercoating substance
becomes overheated.
Vehicle Cleaning
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When cleaning the interior or exterior
of the vehicle, NEVER USE flammable
solvents such as lacquer thinners,
petrol, benzene or cleaning materials
such as bleaches or strong household
detergents. The materials could cause
personal injury or damage to the
vehicle.
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Cleaning the InteriorVinyl upholstery
Prepare a solution of soap or mild deter-
gent mixed with warm water. Apply the
solution to the vinyl with a sponge or soft
cloth and let it soak for a few minutes to
loosen dirt.Rub the surface with a clean, damp cloth
to remove dirt and the soap solution. If
some dirt still remains on the surface,
repeat this procedure.
Fabric upholstery
Remove loose dirt with a vacuum cleaner.
Using a mild soap solution, rub stained
areas with a clean damp cloth. To remove
soap, rub the areas again with a cloth
dampened with water. Repeat this until the
stain is removed, or use a commercial fab-
ric cleaner for tougher stains. If you use a
fabric cleaner, carefully follow the manu-
facturer’s instructions and precautions.
Seat belts
Clean seat belts with a mild soap and water.
Do not use bleach or dye on the belts. They
may weaken the fabric in the belts.
Vinyl floor mats
Ordinary dirt can be removed from vinyl with
water or mild soap. Use a brush to help
loosen dirt. After the dirt is loosened, rinse
the mat thoroughly with water and dry it in
the shade.
Carpets
Remove dirt and soil as much as possible
with a vacuum cleaner. Using a mild soap
solution, rub stained areas with a clean
damp cloth. To remove soap, rub the areas
again with a cloth dampened with water.
Repeat this until the stain is removed, or
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