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5) If the air pressure is too low, fill the tire
with air at a service station until it
reaches the recommended pressure.
6) Make sure all tires have the same air
pressure (unless the owner’s manual
indicates otherwise).
Tire InspectionInspect your vehicle’s tires at least once a
month by performing the following checks:
1) Measure the air pressure with a tire
gauge. Adjust the pressure if neces-
sary. Remember to check the spare
tire, too. Refer to the “Measuring Air
Pressure” section.
54G136
(1) Tread wear indicator
(2) Indicator location mark
2) Check that the depth of the tread
groove is more than 1.6 mm (0.06 in.).
To help you check this, the tires have
molded-in tread wear indicators in the
grooves. When the indicators appear
on the tread surface, the remaining
depth of the tread is 1.6 mm (0.06 in.)
or less and the tire should be replaced.
3) Check for abnormal wear, cracks and
damage. Any tires with cracks or otherdamage should be replaced. If any tires
show abnormal wear, have them
inspected by your SUZUKI dealer.
4) Check for loose wheel nuts.
5) Check that there are no nails, stones or
other objects sticking into the tires.
WARNING
Air pressures should be checked
when the tires are cold or you may
get inaccurate readings.
Check the inflation pressure from
time to time while inflating the tire
gradually, until the specified pres-
sure is obtained.
Never underinflate or overinflate
the tires.
Underinflation can cause unusual
handling characteristics or can
cause the rim to slip on the tire
bead, resulting in an accident or
damage to the tire or rim.
Underinflation can also cause tires
to overheat, leading to tire failure.
Overinflation can cause the tire to
burst, resulting in personal injury.
Overinflation can also cause
unusual handling characteristics
which may result in an accident.
WARNING
Hitting curbs and running over rocks
can damage tires and affect wheel
alignment. Be sure to have tires and
wheel alignment checked periodically
by your SUZUKI dealer.
WARNING
Your SUZUKI is equipped with tires
which are all the same type and size.
This is important to ensure proper
steering and handling of the vehicle.
Never mix tires of different size or
type on the four wheels of your vehi-
cle. The size and type of tires used
should be only those approved by
SUZUKI Motor Corporation as stan-
dard or optional equipment for your
vehicle.
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Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109.
Grades B and A represent higher levels of
performance on the laboratory test wheel
than the minimum required by law.Tire Rotation4-tire rotation
65D459
To avoid uneven wear of your tires and to
prolong their life, rotate the tires as illus-
trated. Tires should be rotated as recom-
mended in the periodic maintenanceschedule. After rotation, adjust front and
rear tire pressures to the specification
listed on your vehicle’s Tire and Loading
Information Label.
Changing WheelsTo change a wheel, use the following pro-
cedure:
1) Remove the jack, tools and spare wheel
from the vehicle.
NOTE:
How to remove the spare wheel:
64J178
1. (Full cover type)
Release the lock at the underneath
of the spare wheel full cover (A) as
shown in the illustration, then
remove the outer cover of the spare
wheel full cover.
WARNING
The temperature grade for this tire is
established for a tire that is properly
inflated and not overloaded. Exces-
sive speed, underinflation or exces-
sive loading, either separately or in
combination, can cause heat buildup
and possible tire failure.
WARNING
Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the
parts to which it is fastened, can
make wheel nuts become loose after
a time. The wheel could come off and
cause an accident. When you change
a wheel, remove any rust or dirt from
places where the wheel attaches to
the vehicle. In an emergency, you can
use a cloth or a paper towel to do
this; but be sure to use a scraper or
wire brush later, if you need to, to get
all the rust or dirt off.
(A)
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64J179
(Half cover type)
Remove the center bolt (1), then
remove the outer cover (2) of the
spare wheel half cover.
64J180
2. Pull out the lock cover (B) fitted on
the lock nut of the spare wheel while
inserting the key full into the key hole
of the lock cover (B).
3. Remove the lock nut and wheel nuts
of the spare wheel, then remove the
spare wheel with both hands.
2) Loosen, but do not remove the wheel
nuts.
3) Jack up the vehicle (follow the jacking
instructions in the “EMERGENCY SER-
VICE” section in this manual).
4) Remove the wheel nuts and wheel.
5) Install the new wheel and replace the
wheel nuts with their cone shaped end
facing the wheel. Tighten each nut
snugly by hand until the wheel is
securely seated on the hub.
81A057
Tightening torque for wheel nut
100 Nm (72.3 lb-ft, 10.0 kg-m)
6) Lower the jack and fully tighten the nuts
to the specified torque in a crisscross
fashion with a wrench as shown in the
illustration.
NOTE:
How to install the spare wheel:
When you install the spare wheel to the
vehicle again, handle it in the reverse order
of removal.
(2) (1)
(B)
EXAMPLE
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64J196
Snow TiresYour vehicle is equipped with all-season
tires which are designed for use in summer
and most winter conditions. For improved
traction in severe winter conditions,
SUZUKI recommends mounting radial
snow tires on all four wheels. Snow tires
must be the same size as the standard
tires. Also be sure to use the tires of the
same type and brand on all four wheels of
your vehicle.
CAUTION
To avoid the removal of the spare
wheel full cover while driving, be
sure to fit the claws (3) of the outer
cover of the spare wheel full cover to
each hole (4) of the inner cover of the
spare wheel full cover.
(3)
(4)
WARNING
Vehicle equipped with P225/65R17
tires have a spare wheel and tire that
are a different size than the wheels
and tires on the vehicle. The spare
wheel and tire on these vehicles are
intended for temporary emergency
use only. The wheel is painted yellow
to remind you that the wheel and tire
are for temporary use only. Continu-
ous use of this spare can result in tire
failure and loss of control. Always
observe these precautions when
using this spare:
Be aware that your vehicle will han-
dle differently with this temporary
spare.
Do not exceed 80 km/h (50 mph)
speed.
Replace the temporary spare with a
standard tire and wheel as soon as
possible.
Do not operate your vehicle in “4H
LOCK” or “4L LOCK” with this tem-
porary spare.
Do not use tire chains on the spare
tire. If you must use tire chains,
rearrange the wheels so standard
tires and wheels are fitted to the
rear axle.
(Continued)
WARNING
(Continued)
Replace the spare tire with a new
one as soon as the tread wear indi-
cator appears.
When replacing the spare tire, use
a replacement tire with the exact
same size and construction.
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SPECIFICATIONSNOTE:
Specifications are subject to change with-
out notice.4WD: 4-wheel drive
2WD: 2-wheel driveM/T: Manual transmission
A/T: Automatic transmission
ITEM: Dimensions UNIT: mm (in.)
Overall length 4470 (176.0)
Overall width 1810 (71.3)
Overall height 4WD 1695 (66.7)
2WD 1683 (66.3)
Wheelbase 2640 (103.9)
Tread front 1540 (60.6)
rear 1560 (61.4)
Minimum running ground clearance 4WD 200 (7.9)
2WD 188 (7.4)
ITEM: Weight
Gross axle weight rating
See the safety certification label and the tire information label which
are located on the driver’s door lock pillar. Gross vehicle weight rating
Vehicle capacity weight
ITEM: Engine
Type H27A (24V DOHC)
Number of cylinders 6
Bore 88.0 mm (3.46 in.)
Stroke 75.0 mm (2.95 in.)
Piston displacement 2736 cm
3 (167.1 cu.in, 2736 cc)
Compression ratio 9.5 : 1
Specifications: 1, 2, 5, 6, 7, 10, 11

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If You Can Not Shift Automatic Transmission Gearshift
Lever Out of “P” (PARK)
.....................................................10-6
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck ..................................................7-4
Ignition Key Reminder
........................................................2-1
Ignition Switch
.....................................................................3-1
Illumination Indicator Light
................................................4-10
Important Vehicle Design Features To Know
...................7-1
Improving Fuel Economy
....................................................6-26
Information Display
.............................................................4-17
Inside Rearview Mirror ........................................................2-16
Installation with Lap-Shoulder Seat Belts
(Child Restraint with No Top Strap)
...................................2-29
Installation with the LATCH System ..................................2-31
Installation-Child Restraint with Top Strap
.......................2-34
Instrument Cluster
...............................................................4-2
Instrument Panel
.................................................................4-1
Interior Light Switch ............................................................5-7
JJacking Instructions
............................................................10-1
Jump Starting Instructions
.................................................10-3
KKeyless Entry System Transmitter (Type B)
.....................2-10
Keyless Start System Indicator Light
................................4-9
Keyless Start System Remote Controller (Type A)
..........2-3
Keyless Start System Remote Controller/
Keyless Entry System Transmitter
....................................2-3
Keys
......................................................................................2-1
LLap-Shoulder Belt
................................................................2-22
Lighting Operation ..............................................................3-6
Lighting/Turn Signal Control Lever
...................................3-5Lights “On” reminder
......................................................... 3-7
Listening to a CD
................................................................ 4-36
Listening to a CD from an External CD Changer
(Option)
................................................................................ 4-47
Listening to a XM Satellite Radio (Option)
....................... 4-44
Listening to Audio for AUX (Option)
................................. 4-46
Listening to the Radio
........................................................ 4-34
Low Fuel Warning Light ..................................................... 4-9
Low Tire Pressure Warning Light
...............................4-3
, 6-21
Luggage Compartment Cover
........................................... 5-20
Luggage Compartment Light ............................................. 5-9
Luggage Restraint Loops
................................................... 5-19
MMaintenance Recommended under Severe Driving
Conditions
........................................................................... 9-7
Maintenance Schedule
....................................................... 9-2
Malfunction Indicator Light
................................................ 4-8
Manual Transmission
......................................................... 6-7
Mirrors
.................................................................................. 2-16
NNational Highway Traffic Safety Administration
(NHTSA)
............................................................................... 12-4
OOdometer
............................................................................. 4-11
Off-Road Driving
................................................................. 7-4
Oil Level Check ................................................................... 9-10
Oil Pressure Light ............................................................... 4-7
On-Board Vehicle Computers and Event Data
Recorders
............................................................................ 12-3
On-Pavement Driving
......................................................... 7-2
Open Door Warning Light
.................................................. 4-9