
Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine 6-4 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE
54G27-03E
Using the Transaxle4-Speed Automatic Transaxle
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(1) Overdrive off switch
The transaxle is a 4-speed (3-speed plus
overdrive) automatic transaxle. By operat-
ing the overdrive off switch, the transaxle
can be converted to a 3-speed automatic
transaxle that will not shift to the overdrive
position. To convert the transaxle to the 3-
speed mode, push in the overdrive off
switch and release it with the ignition
switch in the “ON” position. The “O/D OFF”
indicator light in the instrument cluster
comes on.
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To return the transaxle to the 4-speed
mode, push in the overdrive off switch
again. The “O/D OFF” indicator light goes
off.
When the ignition switch is turned to the
“ACC” position, the transaxle in the 3-
speed mode is converted to the 4-speed
mode automatically.
The 3-speed mode is suitable for the fol-
lowing driving conditions:
Driving on hilly, winding roads
– You can drive more smoothly with less
frequent gearshifting
Going down a steep hill
– Some engine braking is provided
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The gearshift lever has a lock mechanism
to help prevent accidental shifting into or
out of “P” (Park), into “R” (Reverse), from
“D” (Drive) to “2” (Low 2), and from “2”
(Low 2) to “L” (Low 1). To release the lock,
push in the lock button on your side of the
gearshift lever before shifting.
The gearshift lever is designed so that it
can not be shifted out of the “P” position
unless the ignition switch is in the “ON”
position and the brake pedal is depressed
at the time that you push in the gearshift
lever lock button.
(1)
EXAMPLE
4-speed 3-speed
Using the Transaxle: 10

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine 10-6 EMERGENCY SERVICE
54G27-03E
If the Starter Does Not
Operate1) Try turning the ignition switch to the
“START” position with the headlights
turned on to determine the battery con-
dition. If the headlights go excessively
dim or go off, it usually means that
either the battery has run down or bat-
tery terminal contact is poor. Recharge
the battery or correct battery terminal
contact if necessary.
2) If the headlights remain bright, check
the fuses. If the reason for failure of the
starter is not obvious, there may be a
major electrical problem. Have the vehi-
cle inspected by your authorized
SUZUKI dealer.
If the Engine is FloodedIf the engine is flooded with gasoline, it
may be hard to start. If this happens, press
the accelerator pedal all the way to the
floor and hold it there while cranking the
engine. (Do not operate the starter motor
for more than 15 seconds).
If the Engine OverheatsThe engine could overheat temporarily
under severe driving conditions. If the High
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning
Light in the instrument cluster glows red
during driving:
1) Turn off the air conditioner, if equipped.
2) Take the vehicle to a safe place and
park.
3) Let the engine run at the normal idle
speed for a few minutes until the engine
is cooled down to the normal tempera-
ture.
You can determine the engine tempera-
ture is normal by either condition below:
– Both High Engine Coolant Tempera-
ture Warning Light and Low Engine
Coolant Temperature Light have gone
off.
– Low Engine Coolant Temperature
Light is lit in blue, and High Engine
Coolant Temperature Warning Light
has gone off.
See “High Engine Coolant Temperature
Warning Light” and “Low Engine Coolant
Temperature Light” in the INDEX for further
information.
If the Starter Does Not Operate: 2, 9
If the Engine is Flooded: 2, 9
If the Engine Overheats: 2, 9

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54G27-03E
Ignition Switch
.....................................................................3-1
Improving Fuel Economy
....................................................6-10
Information Display
.............................................................4-12
Inside Rearview Mirror ........................................................2-10
Installation with Lap-Shoulder Seat Belts
(child restraint with no top strap)
......................................2-24
Installation with the LATCH System ..................................2-26
Installation-Child Restraint with Top Strap
.......................2-29
Instrument Cluster
...............................................................4-2
Instrument Panel
.................................................................4-1
Interior Light Switch ............................................................5-6
Internal Trunk Release ........................................................2-7
JJacking Instructions
............................................................10-1
Jump Starting Instructions
.................................................10-4
KKeyless Entry System
.........................................................2-3
Keys
......................................................................................2-1
LLane change signal
.............................................................3-4
Lap-Shoulder Belt
................................................................2-15
Lighting Operation ..............................................................3-3
Lighting/Turn Signal Control Lever
...................................3-3
Lights “On” reminder
..........................................................3-3
Listening to a CD
.................................................................4-33
Listening to the Radio
.........................................................4-31
Low Fuel Warning Light ......................................................4-5
MMaintenance Recommended under Severe Driving
Conditions
............................................................................9-7
Maintenance Schedule
........................................................9-2Malfunction Indicator Light
................................................ 4-5
Manual Heating and Air Conditioning System
................. 4-19
Manual Transaxle
................................................................ 6-6
Mirrors
.................................................................................. 2-10
NNational Highway Traffic Safety Administration
(NHTSA)
............................................................................... 12-4
OOdometer
............................................................................. 4-7
Oil Level Check
................................................................... 9-11
Oil Pressure Light ............................................................... 4-4
On-Board Vehicle Computers and Event Data
Recorders
............................................................................ 12-3
Open Door Warning Light
.................................................. 4-6
Outside Rearview Mirrors .................................................. 2-10
Outside Rearview Mirrors Defroster Switch
..................... 4-11
PParking Brake Lever
....................................................5-1
, 9-24
Pedals
.................................................................................. 5-1
Periodic Maintenance Schedule
........................................ 9-3
Power Assisted Brakes
...................................................... 6-7
Power Door Locking System
............................................. 2-2
Power Mirror Control
.......................................................... 2-11
Power Steering
.................................................................... 9-24
Power Steering Fluid
.......................................................... 9-24
Power Window Controls ..................................................... 2-8
Programming/Removing the transmitter code
yourself
................................................................................ 2-5
RRadio Antenna
..................................................................... 4-33
Rear Center Seat Belt
......................................................... 2-17