2008 SUZUKI GRAND VITARA engine overheat

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Drive Belt
A WARNING
When the engine is running, keep
hands, hair, clothing, tools, etc. away from the moving fan and drive belts.
(For Gasoline Engine Model) Make sure the drive belt tension is correct. If the belt is too loose, insufficient battery
charging, engine overheating, poor power
steering, poor air conditioning, or exces­
sive
belt wear can result. When you press the belt with your thumb midway between the pulleys, there should be a deflection
according to the following chart.
The belts should also be examined to
ensure that they are not damaged.
(For
2.0 L, 2.4 Lor 3.2 L gasoline engine) Check the accessory drive belt only for
damage. You do not need check it for ten­sion as it has an automatic tensioner.
If you need to replace or adjust the belt have it done by your SUZUKI dealer.
(For Diesel Engine Model) The drive belt tension is adjusted automat­ically.
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L4 1.6 L
L4 2.0 L
GE DEF:
7-9 mm (0.28 -
0.35 in.)
ADS
DEF: 9-10 mm (0.35 -0.39 in.)
->: 100 N (10 kg, 22 Ibs) press ADS: Accessory drive belt GE: Generator DEF: Deflection PS: Power steering pump AC: Air conditioner compressor AC
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SUZUKI LLC: Super (Blue) coolant;
SUZUKI LLC: Super (Blue) coolant is already diluted to the proper percent­
age. Do not dilute with distilled water additionally. Doing so may result in the possibility of freezing coolant and/or overheating.
To maintain optimum performance and durability of your engine, use SUZUKI Genuine Coolant or equivalent.
NOTE: If you replace the engine coolant other
than the SUZUKIl:.LC: Super (Blue), follow
.the schedule of SUZUKI LLC: Standard
(Green). To see the detail of the mainte­nance schedule, refer to "Periodic Mainte­nance Schedule" in this section.
This type of coolant is best for your cooling system as it: • Helps maintain proper engine tempera­ture. • Gives proper protection against freezing
and boiling.
• Gives proper protection against corro-
sion and rust. Failure to use the proper coolant can dam­age your cooling system. Your authorized SUZUKI dealer can help you select the
proper coolant.
CAUTION
To avoid damaging your cooling sys­tem: • Always use a high quality ethylene
glycol base non-silicate type cool­ant diluted with distilled water at the correct mixture concentration. • Make sure that the proper mix is 50/ 50 coolant to distilled water and in no case higher than 70/30. Concen­trations greater than 70/30 coolant to distilled water will cause over­heating conditions. • Do not use straight coolant nor plain water (except SUZUKI LLC: Super (Blue».
• Do not add extra inhibitors or addi­tives. 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
transmission damage.
INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
Coolant Level
Check Check the coolant level at the reservoir
tank, not at the radiator. With the engine cool, the coolant level should be between
the "FULL (MAXI)" and "LOW (MINI)" marks.
Adding Coolant
(For Gasoline Engine Model) If the coolant level is below the "LOW" mark, more coolant should be added. Remove the reservoir tank cap and add coolant until the reservoir tank level reaches the "FULt..:' mark. Never fill the res­ervoir tank above the "FULt..:' mark.
(For
Diesel Engine Model)
A. WARNING
It is hazardous to remove the degas­sing tank cap for Diesel engine when the water temperature is high,
because scalding fluid and steam may be blown out under pressure. Wait· until the coolant temperature has lowered before removing the cap.
If the coolant level is below the "MINI" mark, more coolant should be added. When the engine is cool, remove the degassing tank cap by turning it antic lock­wise slowly to release any pressure. And add coolant until the degassing tank level reaches the "MAXI" mark. Never fill the
degassing tank above the "MAXI" mark.
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Headlight Aiming
Since special procedures are required, we
recommend you take your vehicle to your SUZUKI dealer for headlight alignment.
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Head Light Washer Fluid
Check that there is washer fluid in the tank. Refill it if necessary.
CAUTION
• In winter season, be sure to remove snow or ice on the nozzle holder at
the front bumper before operating
head light washer. • To avoid the frozen damage to the nozzle of the head light washer, be sure to use the specific washer fluid.
Bulb Replacement
A WARNING
• Light bulbs can be hot enough to burn your finger right after being
turned off. This is true especially for halogen headlight bulbs.
Replace the bulbs after they
become cool enough. • The headlight bulbs are filled with pressurized halogen gas. They can
burst and injure you if they are hit or dropped. Handle them carefully.
CAUTION
The oils from your skin may cause a halogen bulb to overheat and burst when the lights are on. Grasp a new bulb with a clean cloth.
CAUTION
Frequent replacement of a bulb indi­cates the need for an inspection of the electrical system. This should be
carried out by your SUZUKI dealer.