2005 SUZUKI MARUTI power steering

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BEFORE DRIVING
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Continuing to drive the vehicle when
the malfunction indicator light is on
can cause permanent damage to the
vehicle’s emission control system, and
can affect fuel economy and
driveability.
CAUTION
Have the system inspected by an authorized
MARUTI SUZUKI dealer.
This light comes on when the ignition switch
is turned to the “ON” position, and goes off
when the engine is started.
If this light comes on while driving, the
power steering system may not work prop-
erly. Have the system inspected by your
MARUTI SUZUKI dealer.NOTE:
If the power steering system does not work
properly, you will feel heavier to steer but
you still will be able to steer.
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Electric Power Steering Light
This light comes on when the ignition switch
is turned to the “ON” position, and goes out
when the engine is started. The light will
come on and remain on if there is
insufficient oil pressure. If the light comes
on when driving, pull off the road as soon
as you can and stop the engine.
Check the oil level and add oil if necessary.
If there is enough oil, the lubrication sys-
tem should be inspected by your MARUTI
SUZUKI dealer before you drive the vehi-
cle again.Oil Pressure Light
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CAUTION
If you operate the engine with this
light on, severe engine damage can
result.
Do not rely on the Oil Pressure
Light to indicate the need to add oil.
Be sure to periodically check the
engine oil level.
Charging LightThis light comes on when the ignition switch
is turned to the “ON” position, and goes off
when the engine is started. The light will
come on and remain on if there is
something wrong with the battery charging
system. If the light comes on when the
engine is running, the charging system
should be inspected immediately by your
MARUTI SUZUKI dealer.High Engine Coolant Temperature
Warning Light (red color)
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When the ignition switch is turned to the
“ON” position, this light comes on briefly so
you can check that the light is working. If
this light blinks while driving, it means the
engine is running hot. Avoid driving condi-

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To avoid possible injury, do not oper-
ate controls by reaching through the
steering wheel.
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EXAMPLE OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE
5-3The ignition switch has the following four
positions:LOCKThis is the normal parking position. It is the
only position in which the key can be
removed.
You must push in the key to turn it to the
“LOCK” position. It locks the ignition, and
prevents normal use of the steering wheel
after the key is removed.
To release the steering lock, insert the key
and turn it clockwise to one of the other
positions. If you have trouble turning the keyto unlock the steering, try turning the
steering wheel slightly to the right or left
while turning the key.
ACCAccessories such as the radio can operate,
but the engine is off.ONThis is the normal operating position. All
electrical systems are on.STARTThis is the position for starting the engine
using the starter motor. The key should be
released from this position as soon as the
engine starts.
Ignition key reminder (if equipped)
A buzzer sounds intermittently to remind you
to remove the ignition key if it is in the ignition
switch when the driver’s door is opened.
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Never remove the ignition key while
the vehicle is moving. The steering
wheel will lock and you will not be
able to steer the vehicle.
Always remove the ignition key
when leaving the vehicle even if a
short time. Also do not leave chil-
dren alone in a parked vehicle.
Unattended children could cause
accidental movement of the vehicle
or could tamper with power win-
dows. They also could suffer from
heat stroke in warm or hot weather.
These could result in severe injury
or even death.
NOTICE
Do not use the starter motor for
more than 15 seconds at a time. If
the engine does not start, wait 15
seconds before trying again. If the
engine does not start after several
attempts, check the fuel and ignition
systems or consult your MARUTI
SUZUKI dealer.
Do not leave the ignition switch in
the “ON” position if the engine is
not running as the battery will dis-
charge.
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If water gets into the brake drums,
brake performance may become poor
and unpredictable.
After driving through water or wash-
ing the underside of the vehicle, test
the brakes while driving at a slow
speed to see if they have maintained
their normal effectiveness. If the
brakes are less effective than normal,
dry them by repeatedly applying the
brakes while driving slowly until the
brakes have regained their normal
effectiveness.
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Even without reserve power in the
brake system, you can still stop the
vehicle by pressing the brake pedal
harder than normally required. How-
ever, the stopping distance may be
longer.
OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE
5-9Braking
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EXAMPLE4) With pushing the release button (1), shift
the gearshift lever to the desired
position.
This procedure is for emergency use only.
If repeated use of this procedure is
necessary, or the procedure does not work
as described, take the vehicle to your dealer
for repair.
The distance needed to bring any vehicle
to a halt increases with the speed of the
vehicle. The braking distance needed, for
example, at 60 km/h (37 mph) will be
approximately 4 times greater than the
braking distance needed at 30 km/h (19
mph). Start to brake the vehicle when there
is plenty of distance between your vehicleand the stopping point, and slow down
gradually.
Power Assisted Brakes (if
equipped)Your vehicle has power assisted brakes. If
power assistance is lost due to a stalled
engine or other failures, the system is still
fully operational on reserve power and you
can bring the vehicle to a complete stop by
pressing the brake pedal once and holding
it down. The reserve power is partly used
up when you depress the brake pedal and
reduces each time the pedal is pressed.
Apply smooth and even pressure to the
pedal. Do not pump the pedal.
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
(if equipped)ABS will help you avoid skidding by elec-
tronically controlling braking pressure. It will
also help you maintain steering control when
braking on slippery surfaces or when
braking hard.
The ABS works automatically, so you do not
need any special braking technique. Just
push the brake pedal down without
pumping. The ABS will operate whenever it
senses that the wheels are locking up. You
may feel the brake pedal moves a little
while the ABS is operating.NOTE:
The ABS will not work if vehicle speed is
under about 10 km/h (6 mph).

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DRIVING TIPS
6-3
(Diesel engine)
No cleaning is required. Replace as per
periodic maintenance schedule.
Keep weight to a minimum
The heavier the load, the more fuel the
vehicle consumes. Take out any luggage or
cargo when it is not necessary.
Keep tyre pressures correct
Underinflation of the tyres can waste fuel
due to increased running resistance of the
tyres. Keep your tyres inflated to the cor-
rect pressure shown on the label on the
driver’s side door pillar.Highway DrivingWhen driving at high speeds, pay attention
to the following:
Stopping distance progressively increa-
ses with vehicle speed. Apply the brakes
far enough ahead of the stopping point
to allow for the extra stopping distance.
On rainy days, “Aquaplaning” can occur.
“Aquaplaning” is the loss of direct con-
tact between the road surface and the
vehicle’s tyres due to a water film form-
ing between them. Steering or braking
the vehicle while “Aquaplaning” can be
very difficult, and loss of control can
occur. Keep speed down when the road
surface is wet.
At high speeds, the vehicle may be
affected by side winds. Therefore, reducespeed and be prepared for unexpected
buffeting, which can occur at the exits
of tunnels, when passing by a cut of a
hill, or when being overtaken by large
vehicles, etc.
Driving on Hills
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Try not to hold the brake pedal down
too long or too often while going
down a steep or long hill. This could
cause the brakes to overheat, result-
ing in reduced braking efficiency.
Failure to take this precaution could
result in loss of vehicle control.
CAUTION
When descending a down hill, NEVER
turn the ignition key to the “OFF”
position. Emission control system
damage may result.Driving on Slippery Roads
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When climbing steep hills, the car may
begin to slow down and show a lack of
power. If this happens, you should shift
to a lower gear so that the engine will
again be operating in its normal power
range. Change rapidly to prevent the car
from losing momentum.
When driving down a hill, the engine
should be used for braking by moving
to next lower gear.

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When the engine is running, keep
hands, hair, clothing, tools, etc. away
from the moving fan and drive belts.
(For Petrol Engine Model)
Make sure the drive belt tension is correct.
If the belt is too loose, insufficient battery
charging, engine overheating, poor power
steering, poor air conditioning, or excessive
belt wear can result. When you press the
belt with your thumb midway between the
pulleys, there should be a deflection
according to the following chart.
The belts should also be examined to
ensure that they are not damaged.
If you need to replace or adjust the belt
have it done by your MARUTI SUZUKI
dealer.
(For Diesel Engine Model)
The drive belts tension is adjusted auto-
matically.
Engine Oil and FilterSpecified Oil(For Petrol Engine Model)
(1) Preferred→: 100 N (10 kg, 22 lbs) press GE: Generator
DEF: Deflection AC: Air conditioner compressor
INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
9-6
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(For Diesel Engine Model)
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Be sure that the engine oil you use comes
under the quality classification of ACEA B3.
Select the appropriate oil viscosity according
to the above chart.
The recommended Engine Oil is CG
5W-40, API -CG4 or above.Oil Level Check(For Petrol Engine Model)
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(1) Preferred
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Be sure that the engine oil you use comes
under the quality classification of SG+.
The recommended Engine Oil is SG+
5W-30.

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INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
9-23(12) – Air compressor relay
(13) – A/T Relay
(14) 30A Heater fuse
(15) 15A Fuel injection fuse
(16) 10A Air compressor fuse
(17) 15A A/T controller supply
(18) 15A Brake light switch fuse
(19) 30A ABS control module fuse
(20) 30A Starting motor fuse
(21) – Blank
(22) 50A P o w e r steering control
module fuse
(23) 30A Ignition switch fuse
(24) 30A Radiator fan fuse
(25) – Blank
(26) 30AABS control module (fuse)
(27) – Blank
(28) – Blank
(29) 15A Front fog light fuse
(30) 15A Headlight (Left) fuse
(31) 15A Headlight (Right) fuse
(32) 80AHeater, Air compressor,
Power steering
(33) 80ARadiator fan, Front fog
light, Head light
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Fuse in the Engine Compartment(For Diesel Engine Model)
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(For Diesel Engine Model)(1) 30A Starting motor fuse
(2) 10A Air compressor fuse
(3) 15A Fuel pump fuse
(4) 30A FI fuse
(5) 30A Heater fuse
(6) 30A Radiator fan fuse
(7) 50A Power steering control
module fuse
(8) – Radiator fan relay #1
(9) – Radiator fan relay #2
(10) – Radiator fan relay #3
(11) – Air compressor relay
(12) – Starting motor relay
(13) 30A ABS control module fuse
(14) 30A ABS control module fuse
(15) 15A Brake light switch fuse
(16) 15A Headlight (Right) fuse
(17) 15A Headlight (Left) fuseMAIN FUSE/PRIMARY FUSE
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