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3-1BEFORE DRIVING
FUEL RECOMMENDATIONYou must use unleaded petrol with an
octane number (RON) of 91 or higher.
Use of leaded fuel in vehicle equipped
with catalytic converter is prohibited,
because lead deactivates the pollutant
reducing components of catalytic
converter and may result in permanent
damage to catalytic converter.Be careful not to spill fuel containing
alcohol while refuelling. If fuel is
spilled on the vehicle body, wipe it up
immediately. Fuels containing alcohol
can cause paint damage, which is not
covered under New Vehicle Limited
Warranty.
The fuel tank has an air space to
allow for fuel expansion in hot
weather. If you continue to add fuel
after the filler nozzle has automatically
shut off or an initial blowback occurs,
the air chamber will become full.
Exposure to heat when fully fuelled in
this manner will result in leakage due
to fuel expansion. To prevent such
fuel leakage, stop filling after the filler
nozzle has automatically shut off, or
when using an alternative non
automatic system, initial vent
blowback occurs. Petrol/Ethanol Blends
Blends of unleaded petrol and ethanol (grain
alcohol), also known as gasohol, are
commercially available in some areas.
Blends of this type may be used in your
vehicle if they are no more than 5% ethanol.
Make sure this petrol-ethanol blend has
octane ratings no lower than those
recommended for petrol.
Petrol/Methanol Blends
Blends of unleaded petrol and methanol
(wood alcohol) are also commercially
available in some areas. DO NOT USE
fuels containing more than 5% methanol
under any circumstances. Fuel system
damage or vehicle performance problems
resulting from the use of such fuels are not
the responsibility of MARUTI SUZUKI and
may not be covered under Warranty.
Fuels containing 5% or less methanol may
be suitable for use in your vehicle if they
contain cosolvents and corrosion inhibitors.
NOTE:
If you are not satisfied with the driveability
or fuel economy of your vehicle when you
are using a petrol/alcohol blend, you should
switch back to unleaded petrol containing no
alcohol.
CAUTION
CAUTIONCAUTION
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine 1576G-74EYour vehicle comes with a pair of identical
keys. Keep the spare key in a safe place.
One key can open all of the locks on the
vehicle.
The key identification number is stamped on
a metal tag provided with the keys. Keep
the tag in a safe place. If you lose your
keys, you will need this number to have
new keys made. Write the number down
and keep it in a safe accessible place away
from the vehicle.
BEFORE DRIVING
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• Do not use locally made key.
Should you require a duplicate key,
place your order with a MARUTI
SUZUKI dealer only.Note:
Keep the spare key very carefully. When it
is lost, consult your dealer by quoting key
number.
Immobilizer System
This system is designed to help prevent
vehicle theft by electronically disabling the
engine starting system.
The engine can be started only with your
vehicle’s original immobilizer ignition key
which has an electronic identification code
programmed into it. The key communicates
the identification code to the vehicle when
the key is turned to the “ON” position. If
you need to make spare keys, contact your
MARUTI SUZUKI dealer. The vehicle must
be programmed with the correct identifica-
tion code for the spare keys. A key made
by an ordinary locksmith will not work. Key Number :
IMMOBILIZER KEYS
76G-03-002
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76G-74E
INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE9-23NOTE:
When measuring the distance between the
brake pedal and floor wall, be sure not to
include any floor covering other than
silencer mat in the measurement.If you experience any of the following
problems with your vehicle’s brake
system, have the vehicle inspected
immediately by your MARUTI SUZUKI
dealer.
Poor braking performance
Uneven braking (Brakes not working
uniformly on all wheels.)
Excessive pedal travel
Brake dragging
Excessive noise
Pedal pulsation (Pedal pulsates
when depressed.)
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Ratchet tooth specification "b"
4th- 9th
Lever pull force (1)
200 N (20kg. 44 lbs)
Check the parking brake for proper
adjustment by counting the number of clicks
made by the ratchet teeth as you slowly pull
up on the parking brake lever to the point
of full engagement. The parking brake lever
should stop between the specified ratchet
teeth and the rear wheels should be
securely locked. If the parking brake is not
properly adjusted or the brakes drag after
the lever has been fully released, have the
parking brake inspected and/or adjusted by
your MARUTI SUZUKI dealer.
76G-09-027
STEERINGCheck the play of the steering wheel by
gently turning it from left to right and
measuring the distance that it moves before
you feel slight resistance. The play should
be between 0 – 30 mm (0.0 – 1.2 in).
Check that the steering wheel turns easily
and smoothly without rattling by turning it
all the way to the right and to the left while
driving very slowly in an open area. If the
amount of free play is outside the
specification or you find anything else to be
wrong, an inspection must be performed by
your MARUTI SUZUKI dealer.
76G-09-028
EXAMPLE
PARKING BRAKE
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76G-74E
GENERAL INFORMATION12-1
76G-12-001 76G-12-002
Chassis Serial Number
The chassis and/or engine serial numbers
are used to register the vehicle. They are
also used to assist your dealer when
ordering or referring to special service
information. Whenever you have occasion to
consult your MARUTI SUZUKI dealer,
remember to identify your vehicle with this
number. Should you find the number difficult
to read, you will also find it on the
identification plate in the engine
compartment.VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION
Engine Serial Number
The engine serial number is stamped on the
cylinder block as shown in the illustration
and also on the identification plate.
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SPECIFICATIONS
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SPECIFICATIONSNOTE:
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
ITEM: DIMENSIONS UNIT:mm
ALTO (STD / Lx / Lxi) ALTO K10 (Lxi / Vxi)
Overall length 3495 3620
Overall width 1475 1495/1475 (without side moulding)
Overall height 1460 1460
Wheelbase 2360 2360
Tread front 1295 1295
rear 1290 1290
Ground clearance 160 160
ITEM: MASS (WEIGHT) UNIT:Kg
ALTO (STD / Lx / Lxi) ALTO K10 (Lxi / Vxi)
Kerb mass (weight) 690-705 750-765
Gross vehicle mass (weight) rating 1140 1185
Seating Capacity 5 persons 5 persons
ITEM: ENGINE
ALTO (STD / Lx / Lxi) ALTO K10 (Lxi / Vxi)
Type F8D K10B
Number of cylinders 3 3
Bore 68.5 73
Stroke 72.0 79.5
Piston displacement 796 cc 998 cc
Compression ratio 9.2 ± 0.2 : 1 10.0 ± 0.4 : 1
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