2007 SUZUKI XL7 check engine

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C. Pressure Cap
If the coolant inside the coolant recovery
tank is boiling, do not do anything else until
it cools down. The vehicle should be
parked on a level surface.
When the engine is cold, the coolant level
should be at or above the cold fill line on
the coolant recovery tank. If it is not, there
may be a leak at the pressure cap or in the
radiator hoses, heater hoses, radiator,
water pump, or somewhere else in the
cooling system.If there seems to be no leak, with the
engine on, check to see if the electric
engine cooling fans are running. If the
engine is overheating, the fans should be
running. If the fans are not running, the
vehicle needs service.How to Add Coolant to the Coolant
Recovery Tank
If you have not found a problem yet, but
the coolant level is not at the cold fill line,
add a 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable
water and DEX-COOL
® engine coolant at
the coolant recovery tank. Refer to “Engine
Coolant” in this section for more informa-
tion.
WARNING
An electric engine cooling fan under
the hood can start up even when the
engine is not running and can injure
you. Keep hands, clothing, and tools
away from any underhood electric
fan.
WARNING
Heater and radiator hoses, and other
engine parts, can be very hot. Do not
touch them. If you do, you can be
burned.
Do not run the engine if there is a
leak. If you run the engine, it could
lose all coolant. That could cause an
engine fire, and you could be burned.
Get any leak fixed before you drive
the vehicle.
CAUTION
Engine damage from running your
engine without coolant is not covered
by your warranty. Refer to “Over-
heated Engine Protection Operating
Mode” in this section for information
on driving to a safe place in an emer-
gency.
CAUTION
Using coolant other than DEX-COOL
®
may cause premature engine, heater
core, or radiator corrosion. In addi-
tion, the engine coolant could require
changing sooner, at 30000 miles
(50000 km) or 24 months, whichever
occurs first. Any repairs would not be
covered by your warranty. Always
use DEX-COOL
® (silicate-free) cool-
ant in your vehicle.
WARNING
Adding only plain water to your cool-
ing system can be dangerous. Plain
water, or some other liquid such as
alcohol, can boil before the proper
coolant mixture will. Your vehicle’s
coolant warning system is set for the
proper coolant mixture. With plain
water or the wrong mixture, your
engine could get too hot but you
would not get the overheat warning.
Your engine could catch fire and you
or others could be burned. Use a 50/
50 mixture of clean, drinkable water
and DEX-COOL
® coolant.
CAUTION
In cold weather, water can freeze and
crack the engine, radiator, heater
core and other parts. Use the recom-
mended coolant and the proper cool-
ant mixture.

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6) Reinstall the coolant recovery tank cap
and the pressure cap.
7) If the coolant in the recovery tank is
constantly low, you should have your
dealership service department inspect
the vehicle for leaks.Power Steering Fluid
812554
Refer to “Engine Compartment Overview”
in this section for reservoir location.
When to Check Power Steering Fluid
It is not necessary to regularly check
power steering fluid unless you suspect
there is a leak in the system or you hear an
unusual noise. A fluid loss in this system
could indicate a problem. Have the system
inspected and repaired.How to Check Power Steering Fluid
To check the power steering fluid, do the
following:
1) Turn the key off and let the engine com-
partment cool down.
2) Wipe the cap and the top of the reser-
voir clean.
3) Unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick
with a clean rag.
4) Replace the cap and completely tighten
it.
5) Remove the cap again and look at the
fluid level on the dipstick.
The fluid level should be between the Min
(Minimum) and Max (Maximum) marks
when the engine is cold, and at the Max
mark when the engine is hot. If the fluid is
at the Min mark when the engine is cold or
hot, power steering fluid should be added.
What to Use
To determine what kind of fluid to use,
refer to “Recommended Fluids and Lubri-
cants” in “Maintenance Schedule” in the
“Maintenance Schedule” section. Always
use the proper fluid. Failure to use the
proper fluid can cause leaks and damage
hoses and seals.
Windshield Washer FluidWhat to Use
When you need windshield washer fluid,
be sure to read the manufacturer’s instruc-
tions before use. If you will be operating
your vehicle in an area where the tempera-
ture may fall below freezing, use a fluid
that has sufficient protection against freez-
ing.
Adding Washer Fluid
809177
Open the cap with the washer symbol on it.
Add washer fluid until the tank is full. Refer
to “Engine Compartment Overview” in this
section for reservoir location.

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3) Turn off the ignition on both vehicles.
Unplug unnecessary accessories
plugged into the cigarette lighter or the
accessory power outlets. Turn off the
radio and all lamps that are not needed.
This will avoid sparks and help save
both batteries. And it could save the
radio!
4) Open the hood on the other vehicle and
locate the positive (+) and negative (–)
terminal locations on that vehicle.
You will not use your vehicle’s battery
for jump starting. It has a remote posi-
tive (+) jump starting terminal, located
on the underhood fuse block, for that
purpose. Refer to “Engine Compart-
ment Overview” in this section for more
information on location.
871917
To uncover the remote positive (+) ter-
minal, press the tab at the bottom of thefuse block and lift the cover up.
Always use the remote positive (+) ter-
minal instead of the positive (+) termi-
nal on the battery.
5) Check that the jumper cables do not
have loose or missing insulation. If they
do, you could get a shock. The vehicles
could be damaged too.
Before you connect the cables, here
are some basic things you should
know. Positive (+) will go to positive (+)
or to a remote positive (+) terminal if the
vehicle has one. Negative will go to a
heavy, unpainted metal engine part or
to a remote negative (–) terminal if the
vehicle has one.
WARNING
An electric fan can start up even
when the engine is not running and
can injure you. Keep hands, clothing
and tools away from any underhood
electric fan.
WARNING
Fans or other moving engine parts
can injure you badly. Keep your
hands away from moving parts once
the engine is running.
WARNING
Using a match near a battery can
cause battery gas to explode. People
have been hurt doing this, and some
have been blinded. Use a flashlight if
you need more light.
Be sure the battery has enough
water. You do not need to add water
to the battery installed in your new
vehicle. But if a battery has filler
caps, be sure the right amount of
fluid is there. If it is low, add water to
take care of that first. If you do not,
explosive gas could be present.
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WARNING
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Battery fluid contains acid that can
burn you. Do not get it on you. If you
accidentally get it in your eyes or on
your skin, flush the place with water
and get medical help immediately.
CAUTION
If you connect a negative cable to the
Engine Control Module (ECM), ECM
mounting bracket or any cables that
attach to the ECM bracket, you may
damage the ECM. Attach the negative
cable to a heavy, unpainted metal
engine part, other than the ECM, ECM
bracket or cables attached to the
ECM bracket.

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allow the TPMS to continue to function
properly.
When a low tire pressure condition is
detected, the TPMS will illuminate the low
tire pressure warning symbol on the instru-
ment panel cluster, and at the same time a
message to check the pressure in a spe-
cific tire will appear on the Driver Informa-
tion Center (DIC) display. The low tire
pressure warning symbol on the instru-
ment panel cluster and the check tire pres-
sure message will appear at each ignition
cycle until the tires are inflated to the cor-
rect inflation pressure. Using the DIC, tire
pressure levels can be viewed by the
driver. For additional information and
details about the DIC operation and dis-
plays refer to “DIC Operation and Dis-
plays” and “DIC Warnings and Messages”
in “Driver Information Center (DIC)” in the
“Instrument Panel” section.
The low tire pressure warning light may
come on in cool weather when the vehicle
is first started, and then turn off as you
start to drive. This may be an early indica-
tor that the air pressure in the tire(s) are
getting low and need to be inflated to the
proper pressure.
A Tire and Loading Information Label,
attached to your vehicle, shows the size of
your vehicle’s original equipment tires and
the correct inflation pressure for your vehi-
cle's tires when they are cold. Refer to
“Loading Your Vehicle” in “Your Driving,the Road, and Your Vehicle” in the “Driving
Your Vehicle” section, for an example of
the Tire and Loading Information Label
and its location on your vehicle. Also refer
to “Inflation - Tire Pressure” in this section.
Your vehicle’s TPMS system can warn you
about a low tire pressure condition but it
does not replace normal tire maintenance.
Refer to “Tire Inspection and Rotation” and
“Tires” in this section.
The TPMS will not function properly if one
or more of the TPMS sensors are missing
or inoperable. If the system detects a miss-
ing or inoperable sensor, an error mes-
sage SERVICE TIRE MONITOR SYSTEM
will be shown on the DIC display. If you
have replaced a tire/wheel assembly with-
out transferring the TPMS sensors, the
error message will be displayed. Once you
re-install the TPMS sensors, the error
message should go off. See your SUZUKI
dealer for service if all TPMS sensors are
installed and the error message comes on
and stays on.
TPMS Sensor Matching Process
Each TPMS sensor has a unique identifi-
cation code. Any time you replace one ormore of the TPMS sensors or rotate the
vehicle’s tires, the identification codes will
need to be matched to the new tire/wheel
position. The sensors are matched, to the
tire/wheel positions, in the following order:
driver side front tire, passenger side front
tire, passenger side rear tire, and driver
side rear tire using a TPMS diagnostic tool.
See your SUZUKI dealer for service.
The TPMS sensors may also be matched
to each tire/wheel position by increasing or
decreasing the tire’s air pressure. When
increasing the tire’s pressure, do not
exceed the maximum inflation pressure
indicated on the tire’s sidewall.
You will have two minutes to match each
tire and wheel position. If it takes longer
than two minutes to match any tire and
wheel position, the matching process
stops and you will need to start over.
The TPMS matching process is outlined
below:
1) Set the parking brake.
2) Turn the ignition switch to RUN with the
engine off.
3) Using the DIC, press the vehicle infor-
mation button until the TIRE LOCA-
TIONS PRESS TO LEARN message
displays.
4) Press the set/reset button to allow the
system to learn the tire positions. The
horn will sound twice to indicate the
receiver is ready, and the TIRE
LEARNING ACTIVE message displays.
CAUTION
Do not use a tire sealant if your vehi-
cle has Tire Pressure Monitors. The
liquid sealant can damage the tire
pressure monitor sensors.

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Capacities and SpecificationsThe following approximate capacities are given in English and metric conversions. Refer to “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in
“Maintenance Schedule” in the “Maintenance Schedule” section for more information.
Engine SpecificationsApplicationCapacities
English Metric
Air Conditioning Refrigerant R134aFor the air conditioning system refrigerant charge
amount, see the refrigerant caution label located under
the hood. See your dealer for more information.
Cooling System
Front Only Climate Control System 12.7 qt 12.0 L
Front and Rear Climate Control System 13.1 qt 12.4 L
Fuel Tank18.5 gal 70.0 L
Transaxle Fluid4.1 qt 3.9 L
Wheel Nut Torque 100 lb ft 140 N·m
All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the approximate level, as recommended in this manual.
Recheck fluid level after filling.
Engine VIN Code Transaxle Spark Plug Gap
3.6 L V6 7 Automatic 0.043 inches (1.10 mm)

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Maintenance ScheduleIntroductionImportant: Keep engine oil at the proper
level and change as recommended.Maintenance RequirementsYour Vehicle and the Environment
Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps
to keep your vehicle in good working condi-
tion, but also helps the environment. All
recommended maintenance is important.
Improper vehicle maintenance can even
affect the quality of the air we breathe.
Improper fluid levels or the wrong tire infla-
tion can increase the level of emissions
from your vehicle. To help protect our envi-
ronment, and to keep your vehicle in good
condition, be sure to maintain your vehicle
properly.Using the Maintenance ScheduleWe want to help you keep your vehicle in
good working condition. But we do not
know exactly how you will drive it. You may
drive very short distances only a few times
a week. Or you may drive long distances
all the time in very hot, dusty weather. You
may use your vehicle in making deliveries.
Or you may drive it to work, to do errands,
or in many other ways.
Because of all the different ways people
use their vehicles, maintenance needs
vary. You may need more frequent checks
and replacements. So please read the fol-
lowing and note how you drive. If you have
any questions on how to keep your vehicle
in good condition, see your dealer.This schedule is for vehicles that:
 carry passengers and cargo within rec-
ommended limits. You will find these lim-
its on the Tire and Loading Information
label. Refer to “Loading Your Vehicle” in
“Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehi-
cle” in the “Driving Your Vehicle” section.
 are driven on reasonable road surfaces
within legal driving limits.
 use the recommended fuel. Refer to
“Gasoline Octane” in “Fuel” in the “Ser-
vice and Appearance Care” section.
The services in “Scheduled Maintenance”
in this section should be performed when
indicated. Refer to “Additional Required
Services” in this section for further informa-
tion.
CAUTION
Maintenance intervals, checks,
inspections, replacement parts, and
recommended fluids and lubricants
as prescribed in this manual are nec-
essary to keep your vehicle in good
working condition. Any damage
caused by failure to follow scheduled
maintenance might not be covered by
warranty.
WARNING
Performing maintenance work on a
vehicle can be dangerous. In trying to
do some jobs, you can be seriously
injured. Do your own maintenance
work only if you have the required
know-how and the proper tools and
equipment for the job. If you have any
doubt, see your dealer to have a qual-
ified technician do the work. Refer to
“Doing Your Own Service Work” in
the “SERVICE AND APPEARANCE
CARE” section.

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Some maintenance services can be com-
plex. So, unless you are technically quali-
fied and have the necessary equipment,
you should have your dealer do these jobs.
When you go to your dealer for your ser-
vice needs, you will know that trained and
supported service technicians will perform
the work using genuine parts.
“Owner Checks and Services” in this sec-
tion tells you what should be checked,
when to check it, and what you can easily
do to help keep your vehicle in good condi-
tion.
The proper replacement parts, fluids, and
lubricants to use are listed in “Recom-
mended Fluids and Lubricants” and “Nor-
mal Maintenance Replacement Parts” in
this section. When your vehicle is serviced,
make sure these are used. All parts should
be replaced and all necessary repairs
done before you or anyone else drives the
vehicle.
Scheduled MaintenanceWhen the change engine oil light and/or
CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message
comes on, it means that service is required
for your vehicle. Have your vehicle ser-
viced as soon as possible within the next
600 miles (1000 km). It is possible that, if
you are driving under the best conditions,
the engine oil life system may not indicate
that vehicle service is necessary for over a
year. However, the engine oil and filter
must be changed at least once a year (or
10 months if operated in Canada) and at
this time the system must be reset. Your
dealer has trained service technicians who
will perform this work using genuine parts
and reset the system.
If the engine oil life system is ever reset
accidentally, you must service your vehicle
within 3000 miles (5000 km) since your last
service. Remember to reset the oil life sys-
tem whenever the oil is changed. Refer to
“Engine Oil Life System” in “Checking
Things Under the Hood” in the “Service
and Appearance Care” section for informa-
tion on the Engine Oil Life System and
resetting the system.
For ALL except CANADA
When the change engine oil light and/or
CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message
appears, certain services, checks, and
inspections are required. Required ser-
vices are described in the following for
“Maintenance I” and “Maintenance II”.Generally, it is recommended that your first
service be Maintenance I, your second
service be Maintenance II, and that you
alternate Maintenance I and Maintenance
II thereafter. However, in some cases,
Maintenance II may be required more
often.
Maintenance I
Use Maintenance I if the light/message
comes on within 10 months since the vehi-
cle was purchased or Maintenance II was
performed.
Maintenance II
Use Maintenance II if the previous service
performed was Maintenance I. Always use
Maintenance II whenever the light/mes-
sage comes on 10 months or more since
the last service or if the light/message has
not come on at all for one year.
For CANADA
Use For CANADA Scheduled Maintenance
if the light/message comes on or if more
than 10 months have elapsed since the
most recent maintenance service was per-
formed.

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Scheduled Maintenance except CANADA
Service Instruction Maintenance I Maintenance II
Change engine oil and filter. Change engine oil and filter if the light/message has not come on
at all for one year.
 Refer to “Engine Oil” in “Checking Things Under the Hood” in the
“Service and Appearance Care” section.
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Reset oil life system.
An Emission Control Service. If the system is ever reset accidentally, perform the maintenance
service within 3000 miles (5000 km) since your last service.
 Refer to “Engine Oil Life System” in “Checking Things Under the
Hood” in the “Service and Appearance Care” section.
Visually check for any leaks or
damage. A fluid loss in any vehicle system could indicate a problem.
 Have the system inspected and repaired and the fluid level
checked.
 Add fluid if needed.••
Rotate tires and check infla-
tion pressures and wear. Rotate tires every 5000 to 8000 miles (8000 to 13000 km).
 Refer to “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in “Tires” in the “Service
and Appearance Care” section and “At Least Once a Month” in
this section.••
Inspect brake system. Visually inspect brake lines and hoses for proper hook-up, bind-
ing, leaks, cracks, chafing, etc.
 Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors for surface condition.
 Inspect drum brake linings/shoes for wear or cracks (if equipped).
 Inspect other brake parts, including drums, wheel cylinders, cali-
pers, parking brake, etc.
 Check parking brake adjustment.••
Check engine coolant and
windshield washer fluid levels
and add fluid as needed.••
Perform any needed addi-
tional services. Refer to “Additional Required Services except CANADA” in this
section.••