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60A187S
WARNING
You should take extreme care when
working on your vehicle to prevent
accidental injury. Here are a few pre-
cautions that you should be espe-
cially careful to observe:
To prevent damage or unintended
inflation of the air bag system, be
sure the battery is disconnected
and the ignition switch has been in
the “LOCK” position for at least 90
seconds before performing any
electrical service work on your
SUZUKI. Do not touch air bag sys-
tem components or wires. The
wires are wrapped with yellow tape
or yellow tubing, and the couplers
are yellow for easy identification.
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WARNING
(Continued)
Do not leave the engine running in
garages or other confined areas.
When the engine is running, keep
hands, clothing, tools and other
objects away from the moving fan
and drive belt.
When it is necessary to do service
work with the engine running, make
sure that the parking brake is set
fully and the transaxle is in Neutral
(for manual transaxle vehicles) or
Park (for automatic transaxle vehi-
cles).
Do not touch ignition wires or other
ignition system parts when starting
the engine or when the engine is
running, or you could receive an
electric shock.
Be careful not to touch a hot
engine, exhaust manifold and
pipes, muffler, radiator and water
hoses.
Do not allow smoking, sparks or
flames around gasoline or the bat-
tery. Flammable fumes are present.
Do not get under your vehicle if it is
supported only with the portable
jack provided in your vehicle.
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WARNING
(Continued)
Be careful not to cause accidental
short circuits between the positive
and negative battery terminals.
Keep used oil, engine coolant and
other fluids away from children and
pets. Dispose of used fluids prop-
erly; never pour them on the
ground, into sewers, etc.
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R: Replace or change
I : Inspect and correct, replace or lubricate if necessaryInterval: This interval should be judged by odometer
reading or months, whichever comes first.miles (x 1000) 7.5 15 22.5 30 37.5 45 52.5 60 67.5 75
km (x 1000) 12.52537.55062.57587.5100112.5125
months 7.5 1522.53037.54552.56067.575CHASSIS AND BODY
1. Clutch (for manual transaxle)
Pedal and fluid level
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I
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I
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I
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I
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I
*2. Brake discs and pads (front) I – I – I – I – I –
Brake drums and shoes
(rear)
I
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I
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I
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I
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I
–
*3. Brake hoses and pipes I – I – I – I – I –
4.Brake fluid level check, *replacement
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I
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I
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I
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R
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I
5. Brake pedal stroke check, *adjustment – I – I – I – I – I
6.Parking brake lever and *cableLever movement check, *adjustment I–I–I–I–I–7.Tires (including tire rotation)
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
8.Wheel discs IIIIIIIIII
*9.
Suspension system
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
*10. Propeller shafts (AWD)/Drive axle boots I I I I I I I I I I
*11.
Manual transaxle oilLevel check, *replacement I – –R– I –R– I
12.
Automatic transaxle (A/T)
Fluid level
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I
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I
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I
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I
–
I
*Fluid change Replace every 175000 km (105000 miles)-----4-speed A/T
*Fluid hose
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–
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I
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–
*13. Transfer oil (AWD) I – – I – I – R – I
*14.
Rear differential oil (AWD)
R
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I
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I
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I
–
I
15. Steering system
Steering wheel movement,
*linkage
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
16. Power steering (if equipped) I I I I I I I I I I
17.
All latches, hinges and locks
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
Maintenance Recommended under Severe Driving Condi-
tions: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 9, 10
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R: Replace or change
I : Inspect and correct, replace or lubricate if necessary
NOTE:
This table shows the service schedule up to 250000 km (150000 miles).
Beyond 250000 km (150000 miles), perform the same services at the same intervals shown in the chart.
Beyond 250000 km (150000 miles), the maintenance services enclosed with a rectangle are required.Interval: This interval should be judged by odometer
reading or months, whichever comes first.miles (x 1000) 82.5 90 97.5 105112.5 120 127.5 135 142.5 150
km (x 1000) 137.5 150 162.5 175 187.5 200 212.5 225 237.5 250
months 82.5 90 97.5 105 112.5 120 127.5 135 142.5 150CHASSIS AND BODY
1. Clutch (for manual transaxle)
Pedal and fluid level
–
I
–
I
–
I
–
I
–
I
*2. Brake discs and pads (front) I – I – I – I – I –
Brake drums and shoes
(rear)
I
–
I
–
I
–
I
–
I
–
*3. Brake hoses and pipes I – I – I – I – I –
4.Brake fluid level check, *replacement
–
I
–
I
–
R
–
I
–
I
5. Brake pedal stroke check, *adjustment – I – I – I – I – I
6.Parking brake lever and *cableLever movement check, *adjustment I–I–I–I–I–7.Tires (including tire rotation)
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
8.Wheel discs IIIIIIIIII
*9.
Suspension system
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
*10. Propeller shafts (AWD)/Drive axle boots I I I I I I I I I I
*11.
Manual transaxle oilLevel check, *replacement –R– I –R– I –R
12.
Automatic transaxle (A/T)
Fluid level
–
I
–
I
–
I
–
I
–
I
*Fluid change Replace every 175000 km (105000 miles)-----4-speed A/T
*Fluid hose
–
I
–
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–
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I
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–
*13. Transfer oil (AWD) – I – I – R – I – I
*14.
Rear differential oil (AWD)
–
I
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I
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I
–
I
–
I
15. Steering system
Steering wheel movement,
*linkage
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
16. Power steering (if equipped) I I I I I I I I I I
17.
All latches, hinges and locks
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
Maintenance Recommended under Severe Driving Condi-
tions: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 9, 10
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R: Replace or change
I : Inspect and correct, replace or lubricate if necessaryInterval: This interval should be judged by odometer
reading or months, whichever comes first.miles (x 1000) 3 6 9 12 15 18 21 24 27 30 33 36 39
km (x 1000) 5 101520253035404550556065
months 3 6 9 12 15 18 21 24 27 30 33 36 39CHASSIS AND BODY
1. Clutch (for manual transaxle)
Fluid level check
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–
I
–
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–
–
I
–
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–
*2. Brake discs and pads (front) – I – I – – – I – – – I –
Brake drums and shoes
(rear)
–
I
–
I
–
–
–
I
–
–
–
I
–
*3. Brake hoses and pipes – I – I – – – I – – – I –
4.Brake fluid level check, *replacement
–
–
–
–
I
–
–
–
–
I
–
–
–
5. Brake pedal stroke check, *adjustment–––– I –––– I –––
6.Parking brake lever and *cableLever movement check, *adjustment – I –– I –––– I –––7.Tires (including tire rotation)
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I
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I
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I
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I
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I
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I
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8.Wheel discs –I–I–I–I–I–I–
*9.
Wheel bearings
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I
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I
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I
–
*10. Suspension system – I – I – I – I – I – I –
*11.
Propeller shafts (AWD)/Drive axle boots
–
I
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I
–
I
–
I
–
I
–
I
–
*12. Manual transaxle oil
Level check, *replacement
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–
–
R
–
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–
R
–
–
–
13.Automatic transaxle (A/T) Fluid level –––– I –––– I –––
*Fluid change
Replace every 80000 km (48000 miles)-----4-speed A/T
*Fluid hose –––––––––––––
*14.
Transfer oil (AWD)
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–
–
–
R
–
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–
–
R
–
–
–
*15.Rear differential oil (AWD) ––––R––––R–––
16.
Steering systemSteering wheel movement, *linkage – I – I – I – I – I – I –
17.
Power steering (if equipped)
–
I
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I
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I
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I
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I
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I
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18. All latches, hinges and locks – I – I – I – I – I – I –
Engine Oil and Filter: 1, 2
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R: Replace or change
I : Inspect and correct, replace or lubricate if necessary
NOTE:
This table shows the service schedule up to 125000 km (75000 miles).
Beyond 125000 km (75000 miles), perform the same services at the same intervals shown in the chart.Interval: This interval should be judged by odometer
reading or months, whichever comes first.miles (x 1000) 42 45 48 51 54 57 60 63 66 69 72 75
km (x 1000) 70 75 80 85 90 95 100 105 110 115 120 125
months 42 45 48 51 54 57 60 63 66 69 72 75CHASSIS AND BODY
1. Clutch (for manual transaxle)
Fluid level check
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I
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–
I
–
–
–
–
I
*2. Brake discs and pads (front) – – I – – – I – – – I –
Brake drums and shoes
(rear)
–
–
I
–
–
–
I
–
–
–
I
–
*3. Brake hoses and pipes – – I – – – I – – – I –
4.Brake fluid level check, *replacement
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I
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–
R
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–
–
I
5. Brake pedal stroke check, *adjustment – I–––– I –––– I
6.Parking brake lever and *cableLever movement check, *adjustment – I –––– I –––– I7.Tires (including tire rotation)
I
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I
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I
–
I
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I
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I
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8.Wheel discs I–I–I–I–I–I–
*9.
Wheel bearings
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I
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I
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I
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*10. Suspension system I – I – I – I – I – I –
*11.
Propeller shafts (AWD)/Drive axle boots
I
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I
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I
–
I
–
I
–
I
–
*12. Manual transaxle oil
Level check, *replacement
–
R
–
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–
–
R
–
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–
R
13.Automatic transaxle (A/T) Fluid level – I –––– I –––– I
*Fluid change
Replace every 80000 km (48000 miles)-----4-speed A/T
*Fluid hose – I ––––––––––
*14.
Transfer oil (AWD)
–
R
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–
–
R
–
–
–
–
R
*15.Rear differential oil (AWD) –R––––R––––R
16.
Steering systemSteering wheel movement, *linkage I – I – I – I – I – I –
17.
Power steering (if equipped)
I
–
I
–
I
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I
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I
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I
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18. All latches, hinges and locks I – I – I – I – I – I –
Engine Oil and Filter: 1, 2
Gear Oil: 6, 10
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Manual transaxle
54G097
Transfer case (AWD)
54G223
(1) Oil filler and level plugRear differential (AWD)
54G224
(1) Oil filler and level plug
Tightening torque
Gear Oil Level CheckThe manual transaxle, transfer gears
(AWD A/T) and rear differential (AWD) are
lubricated with gear oil. To check the gear
oil level in any of the above locations, use
the following procedure:
1) Park the vehicle on a level surface. Set
parking brake and stop the engine.
2) Remove the oil filler plug (1).
3) Feel the inside of the hole with your fin-
ger. If the oil level comes up to the bot-
tom of the plug hole, the oil level is
correct. If so, reinstall the plug.
4) If the oil level is low, add gear oil
through the filler plug hole (1) until the
oil level reaches the bottom of the filler
hole.Gear Oil ReplacementSince special procedures, materials and
tools are required to change the automatic
transaxle oil, it is recommended that you
trust this job to your authorized SUZUKI
dealer.
(1)
Oil Filler Plug
Manual transaxle
21 Nm
(15.2 lb-ft)
(2.1 kg-m) Transfer
Rear differential
Engine Coolant: 1, 2
Windshield Washer Fluid: 3
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Automatic Transaxle FluidSpecified FluidUse an automatic transaxle fluid equiva-
lent to DEXRON
®-III.
Fluid Level CheckYou must check the fluid level with the
automatic transaxle fluid at normal operat-
ing temperature.
To check the fluid level:
1) To warm up the transaxle fluid, drive
the vehicle or idle the engine until the
temperature gauge indicates normal
operating temperature.
2) Then drive for ten more minutes.
NOTE:
Do not check the fluid level if you have just
driven the vehicle for a long time at high
speed, or if you have driven in city traffic in
hot weather. Wait until the fluid cools down
(about 30 minutes), or the fluid level indi-
cation will not be correct.
3) Park your vehicle on level ground.
4) 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.5) With your foot on the brake pedal,
move the gearshift lever through each
gear, pausing for about three seconds
in each range. Then move it back to the
“P” (Park) position.
75F08654G317
(1) FULL
(2) LOW
(3) The lowest point = Fluid level
6) The handle of the A/T fluid dipstick is
colored red for easy identification.
Remove the dipstick, clean it and push
it back in until the cap seats. Pull out
the dipstick and read the fluid level.
The fluid level should be between the
two marks in the “HOT” range on the
dipstick.
7) Add just enough specified fluid through
the dipstick hole to fill the transaxle to
the proper level. It takes only 0.4 liters
(0.85 US pt) for 4-speed automatic
transaxle to raise the level from “LOW”
to “FULL”.
CAUTION
Driving with too much or too little
fluid can damage the transaxle.
WARNING
Be sure to depress the brake pedal
when moving the gearshift lever, or
the vehicle can move suddenly.
(1)(2) (3)(1)
(2)(3)
Windshield Washer Fluid: 3
Air Cleaner: 1, 2
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Engine Coolant Level CheckCheck the engine coolant level at the
reserve tank, not at the radiator. With the
engine cool, the engine coolant level
should be between the “FULL” and “LOW”
marks.Adding Engine CoolantIf the engine coolant level is below the
“LOW” mark, more engine coolant should
be added. Remove the reserve tank cap
and add engine coolant until the reserve
tank level reaches the “FULL” mark. Never
fill the reserve tank above the “FULL”
mark.
Engine Coolant Replacement
60G099
1) When the engine is cool, remove the
radiator cap by turning it slowly to the
left until a “stop” is felt. Do not press
down while turning the cap. Wait until
any pressure is released, then press
down on the cap and continue turning it
to the left.
CAUTION
(Continued)
Do not add extra inhibitors or addi-
tives. They may not be compatible
with your cooling system.
Do not mix different types of base
coolants. Doing so may result in
accelerated seal wear and/or the
possibility of severe overheating
and extensive engine/automatic
transaxle damage.
CAUTION
The mixture you use should con-
tain 50% concentration of anti-
freeze.
If the lowest ambient temperature
in your area is expected to be –
35°C (–31°F) or below, use higher
concentrations up to 60% following
the instructions on the antifreeze
container.
When putting the cap on the reser-
voir tank, line up the arrow on the
cap and the arrow on the tank. Fail-
ure to follow this can result in cool-
ant leakage.
WARNING
Engine coolant is harmful or fatal if
swallowed or inhaled. Do not drink
antifreeze or coolant solution. If swal-
lowed, do not induce vomiting. Imme-
diately contact a poison control
center or a physician. Avoid inhaling
mist or hot vapors; if inhaled, remove
to fresh air. If coolant gets in eyes,
flush eyes with water and seek medi-
cal attention. Wash thoroughly after
handling. Solution can be poisonous
to animals. Keep out of the reach of
children and animals.
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Brakes: 6