2005 SUZUKI MARUTI towing

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VEHICLE DETAILS
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WARRANTY POLICY
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FUEL RECOMMENDATION
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BEFORE DRIVING
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OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE
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DRIVING TIPS
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OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT
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VEHICLE LOADING AND TOWING
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INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
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EMERGENCY SERVICE
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APPEARANCE CARE
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GENERAL INFORMATION
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SPECIFICATION

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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.
DRIVING TIPS
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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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OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT
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Luggage Area Cover
(if equipped)Luggage or other cargo placed in the lug-
gage compartment are hidden from view by
a luggage area cover.
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EXAMPLE
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Do not carry items on top of the lug-
gage area cover, even if they are
small and light. Objects on top of the
cover could be thrown about in an
accident, causing injury, or could
obstruct the driver’s rear view.
Shopping Hook (if equipped)
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EXAMPLE
The shopping hooks are located on the both
sides of the luggage compartment.
You can hang the shopping bag or other
suitable objects on the hook. This hook is
not designed for large or heavy items.
Frame HooksFront
The towing hook (1) is provided on the front
of the vehicle for use in emergency situations.
To install the hook (1), follow the procedure
below.
CAUTION
To avoid damaging the luggage area
cover:
Do not push down on it or lean on it.
Handle it carefully when installing or
removing.
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OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT
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(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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VEHICLE LOADING AND TOWING
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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Tire Changing Tool..........................................................................................................10-1
Jacking Instructions......................................................................................................... 10-1
Changing Wheels.............................................................................................................. 10-2
Jump Starting Instructions.............................................................................................10-3
Towing................................................................................................................................ 10-4
If the Starter does not Operate....................................................................................10-4
If the Engine is Flooded.................................................................................................10-5
If the Engine Overheats..................................................................................................10-5
EMERGENCY SERVICE

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Tyre Changing ToolSpare tyre and tyre changing tool
The jack, wheel brace, jack handle (and
towing hook) are stowed just under the
spare tyre in the luggage compartment.To remove the spare tyre, turn its nut (1)
counterclockwise and remove it.the storage bracket and turn the shaft
clockwise until the jack is securely held in
place.
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The jack should be used only to
change wheels. It is important to read
the jacking instructions in this section
before attempting to use the jack.
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After using the tyre changing tools, be
sure to stow them securely or they
can cause injury if an accident occurs.
EMERGENCY SERVICE
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To remove the jack, turn its shaft counter-
clockwise and pull the jack out of the stor-
age bracket. To stow the jack, place it in
Jacking Instructions1) Place the vehicle on level, hard ground.
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EXAMPLE